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Walker Manufacturing to Acquire Model 7 and 11 Hydrostatic Transmission Product Lines
Walker Manufacturing plans to acquire the Model 7 and Model 11 hydrostatic transmission product lines from Danfoss Power Solutions II, located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This acquisition includes the ongoing design, production and supply of the Model 7 and Model 11 transmissions. “This acquisition underscores our passion and intrigue with...
Western Products Rolls Out Pile Drive XL Pusher Plow
Western Products released the Pile Drive XL Pusher Plow with TRACE Edge Technology. Available in 8-foot to 16-foot widths, it features hydraulic, independent 3-foot wings that provide 180-degree infinitely variable wing placement. Including scooping and stacking to plowing along curbs and wide open spaces, the Pile Driver XL pusher plow clears big lots efficiently.
Husqvarna Reveals Battery-Powered Chainsaws with a Clutch
Husqvarna introduced battery-powered chainsaws with a clutch: the T542i XP and 542i XP, providing power equivalent to a 40-cc gas engine. "These chainsaws are in direct response to the needs of professionals who demand innovations that enhance their workdays," said Alvaro Trinidad, VP/GM of Husqvarna Group North America. "The clutch enables users to experience a more aggressive response and enhanced capability while cutting."
Fertilizer Facts
Cordie Morgan, category director at SiteOne Landscape Supply, and John Perry, president of Greene County Fertilizer Co., weigh in on what lawn care operators (LCOs) should know about fertilizer applications this season. Green Industry Pros: What are the benefits of putting down fertilizer?. Morgan: Fertilizers stimulate the population growth of...
Hilltip Adds StrikeSmart Plus Controller to HTrack System
Hilltip revamped its HTrack System with the StrikeSmart Plus Controller, available for the company’s line of winter maintenance spreaders and sprayers. Featuring an 8.7-inch touchscreen, the new control system monitors real-time weather forecasts and surface conditions and then recommends the ideal materials and spread rates for effective ice management. It also automates equipment settings to ensure the proper material rates are applied.
Equipment Maintenance To-Do's
Picture this: Crews have just arrived to tackle their next job and they’re unloading equipment from the trailer when they discover that the blower is no longer functioning and the string trimmer appears to be faltering as well. To top it off, it’s the middle of the busiest spring cleanup season, and there seems to be no break in sight.
Stihl Releases New Battery-Powered Trimmers
Stihl added new battery-powered trimmer options for landscape pros: the FSA 200 and FSA 200 R. Available with either a loop handle (FSA 200 R) or bike handle (FSA 200), the trimmers offer 60 percent more power than the FSA 135 and FSA 135 R and are built for trimming, cutting and weed clearing, according to the company. The FSA 200 R loop handle features a toolless adjustment customizable to the user’s height.
Monthly Musings: What's Your Take on Battery Power?
For its next Monthly Musings, Green Industry Pros wants to know your take on battery-powered equipment. The technology has become more and more prevalent, as seen at industry trade shows and manufacturers' latest product releases. Whether you're already using it, are considering it or aren't there just yet, we want...
Green Industry Roll Call: Updates from SRS Distribution, Yanmar CE and More
The Home Depot acquired SRS Distribution for $18.250 billion. “We are proud to be combining with The Home Depot to continue our growth journey with the additional resources and capabilities they will put behind us,” said Dan Tinker, president and CEO of SRS. “We set out to find the optimal strategic outcome for the business, and we strongly believe we have achieved just that. With this combination, the future has never been brighter for our supplier partners, our Pro customers, and our team.”
LHD7000 Offers Mega Buggy
The LHD7000 Mega Buggy features a 36-inch width. Made in the U.S., this Mega Buggy is equipped with a bucket capacity of 27 cubic feet / 1 yard, 4,000 pounds. The 37-hp Vanguard engine and 9-gallon fuel tank allow for an uninterrupted work day. Easy to use joystick controls help reduce customer training times and operational call backs, while the padded standing platform enclosure provides for comfortable and safe operation. Other features include a 90-degree side dump angle, auxiliary hydraulic tool circuit and optional generator. All of these features, along with its high strength steel construction and 9.8-inch grease tensioned tracks, help the user get more done in more places.
Turfco Adds T3200 Spreader-Sprayer
“We talked to turf professionals and asked them what they need in a riding applicator to grow their business. They said they need a spreader-sprayer that is versatile, easy to operate, simple to train, confidently handles uneven terrain, without tearing turf and is simple to maintain. The new T3200 spreader-sprayer delivers in every aspect.” said George Kinkead, president. “We have simply made it easier for them to save time and to get more done.”
12 Ways to Ready Lawn & Landscaping Equipment for Spring
Spring is in the air, so it's time to gear up for a busy land clearing season. As you shift from snow clearing to mowing and mulching tasks, ensuring your equipment is in top shape is essential. Following are tips to make sure your attachments and carrier are ready for peak performance.
Project EverGreen Leads Service Project, Provides Updates on Clean Air Calculator
Project EverGreen spearheaded a service project in Raleigh, N.C.'s Sanderford Road Park on March 18 and conducted a board meeting on March 19. The renovation took place March 18-20, 2024, with more than 40 volunteers lending their time and talent to update and improve the park’s green spaces and to make it an area destination. Other participating entities included City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department, Ruppert Landscape, Professional Grounds Management Society, students from North Carolina State and local corporate and community volunteers.
Yakta Unveils YXR Lineup of Zero-Turns
Yakta, sister company of Arrowquip, has released a full range of its range of zero-turn mowers, including the YXR 710, YXR 610 and YXR 410, with the YXR 910 soon to follow. "True to our roots, we listen, we act, and we deliver," says Andrew Firth, CEO of Yakta. "Our extensive warranty doesn't just promise reliability; it ensures we stay accountable to our most important partner—the customer. The best mower hasn't been invented yet, but at Yakta, we'll never stop trying to build it."
Equip Expo to Add Items to West Wing for 2024 Show
With the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC) gearing up for a major renovation and construction project designed to further modernize its facilities, expand its footprint and reorient the building, Equip Exposition organizers are taking steps to make the West Wing more comfortable and offer new experiences for attendees in 2024. “Now...
Vectorworks Releases Fourth Update to 2024 Product Line
Vectorworks unveiled the fourth update to the Vectorworks 2024 product line, granting customers access to AI and virtual reality (VR) technologies through two brand new tools. Additionally, the latest version update features an integration with L-Acoustics, which specializes in sound-reinforcement technology. “This latest software update showcases our unwavering dedication to...
XL Specialized Trailers Rolls Out XL Knight 80 MFG Trailer
XL Specialized Trailers, a manufacturer of heavy haul and specialized trailers, released the XL Knight 80 MFG Trailer, with an updated and improved mechanical, full-width gooseneck trailer design. The Knight is XL’s next product in a series of stock-style trailers, allowing XL to ramp up their production of popular models...
Jobber Expands Marketing Features
Jobber added two new marketing tools— called Reviews and Campaigns—designed to help home service businesses leverage their current clients bases to run key elements of their marketing like automating online review requests and running targeted email campaigns—all within Jobber. "The online shopping experience has come to home...
Denios Showcases Ion-Charge 90 Storage Containers
Denios introduced the Ion-Charge 90 storage containers designed specifically for lithium-ion battery charging and storage. With 90 minutes of fire resistance from outside to inside (type 90 / type tested in accordance with EN 14470-1) and for more than 90 minutes fire resistance for fires from inside to outside, these purpose-built containers protect against fire hazards due to thermal runaway, deep discharge, mechanical deformation or chemical reaction.
Rotary Offers Full Line of Copperhead Chainsaw Bars and Chain
Rotary Corp. is offering a complete line of professional-grade Copperhead chainsaw bars and chain, plus a variety of repair parts and accessories. The Copperhead brand features pro sprocket chainsaw bars and a low-profile, semichisel and skip tooth chain in cut loops or 25-foot and 100-foot reels. Thousands of other Copperhead...
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