Efficiency Goal 2026: The strategic guide to upgrading your professional equipment.
2026 has just begun. For many green professionals, foresters, and Ticino craftsmen, this is the time for good resolutions. But instead of just thinking about “working more,” this year we propose a different approach: working better.
In our store in Castione, we see every day the difference between those who “get by” with outdated equipment and those who strategically invest in their machinery fleet.
The difference is not just in the fatigue at the end of the day, but in the profit margin and safety.
If your goal for 2026 is to increase efficiency and professionalism, here is our guide in 3 key points to upgrade your work “arsenal.”
1. Will 2026 be the year of Professional “Cordless”? (Spoiler: Yes)
Until a few years ago, there was skepticism. “The battery doesn’t have the power of combustion”, “It doesn’t last long enough for a workday”.
In 2026, these objections are now outdated, especially thanks to professional systems (like the AP system from STIHL or the pro ranges from Husqvarna).
If you’re still only using mixed machines for work in residential areas, near schools, or for “light” maintenance, you’re losing money and health.
Why upgrade to battery this year?
- Less fatigue, more precision: The absence of vibrations and reduced weight allow you to work more hours with less physical stress.
- Access to new jobs: More and more clients (municipalities, demanding private clients) require “zero impact” sound and smell work.
- Operational savings: The cost of the mixture and maintenance of combustion engines in 2026 will increasingly impact. Electricity costs a fraction.
👉 Luca Castelli’s advice: You don’t have to change everything at once. Start by integrating a professional battery blower or brush cutter into your van. You’ll notice the difference right away.
2. Safety: It’s not a cost, it’s your most important investment
Be honest: how many years have you been using those same cut-resistant pants? Has that helmet ever taken a major hit?
Safety is not a tax to pay, it’s what allows you to come home at night and work again tomorrow. The materials of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) age, even if you don’t use them.
2026 is the right year to do an “audit” of your locker.
- Cut-Resistant Pants: The new fibers are incredibly lighter, more elastic, and breathable compared to those from 5 years ago. Brands like Pfanner have redefined comfort in the woods.
- Footwear: Stability on rough terrain is everything. If the sole is smooth or the upper is dry, it’s time to change.
- Visibility: Working on the road or in dense woods requires being seen. High visibility is never too much.
👉 Luca Castelli’s advice: Come to the store to try the new collections of safety clothing and footwear. You’ll feel the difference in weight and freedom of movement.
3. Preventive maintenance beats emergency repair
The most efficient equipment of 2026 is… the one that doesn’t break down in mid-March, during the peak of work.
Too often we see professionals waiting for a breakdown to bring the machine to our workshop. This means unplanned downtime and loss of revenue.
The true professional plans. January and February are the ideal months to bring your chainsaws, lawnmowers, and brush cutters to our specialized workshop in Castione for a full pre-season service.
Chain sharpening, carburetor checks, filter cleaning, software updates (for battery/robot machines): investing today means running smoothly tomorrow.
Conclusion: Plan your success
2026 will be a year full of opportunities for those who know how to seize them with the right tools. Don’t wait for work to overwhelm you: anticipate it.
The Luca Castelli SA team is here to advise you not on the most expensive tool, but the right one for your goals this year.
Stop by and visit us in Castione for a coffee and a strategic consultation on your equipment.
