A masticator is similar to a wood chipper, it is mounted on an excavator type tractor, which moves through the forest to grind or chip trees and brush, leaving the chips behind. ... The small chunks of woody debris left on the forest floor can be relatively light or dense depending on the specifications for treatment.

What is a Masticator in fire fighting?

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Wildfire suppression equipment and personnel is part of the science of fire fighting focusing on the use of specialized equipment, training and tactics to effectively control, surround and eventually extinguish a natural cover fire.

What does it cost to masticate?

Costs average $530 per acre (range $335-$1395 per acre). Additionally, eleven fireline segments totaling 2326 feet were constructed through activity fuels using the same mastication machine.