Lauren Heartsill Dowdle (TLC)BusinessBriggs & Stratton Intros EFI Engine SeriesBriggs & Stratton Commercial Power introduces its Vanguard 810cc EFI (electronic fuel injection) engine series. Available in 24, 26 or 28 gross horsepower1, the Vanguard EFI engines have an automotive-based closed-loop EFI system for up to 25 percent better fuel economy compared to the 810cc Vanguard carbureted engine. The engines also have 810cc of displacement […]October 13, 2014Design-BuildGardens at the Wynn Las Vegas HotelThe Las Vegas Strip is known for its flashy, over-the-top buildings and attractions. Not only are the exteriors of the elaborate hotels and casinos impressive, but the interior spaces don’t disappoint either. One especially eye-catching space is in the Wynn’s gardens. And by “gardens,” I don’t mean anything you’ve ever seen before. There’s a carousel […]October 13, 2014Design-BuildDoes Artificial Turf Cause Cancer?I guess I never really put much thought into the little black beads used in artificial turf. My only real trouble with them was how they would get in your shoes when you’re walking a sports field. But after watching NBC Nightly News this week, I found out there might be more to these black […]October 10, 2014SafetyHow to mow safely near trafficThe Accident: A Florida landscaper is mowing the grass in a road median about 8:15 a.m. While he is mowing, a mid-size pickup truck approaches the work area. The driver’s vision is impaired from the sun glare, and he misses a curve in the road.October 9, 2014Design-BuildTwo Burglars Pretend to be LandscapersA woman and man in Portland are accused of offering residential landscaping services to case homes to break into, reports The Oregonian. Cops were called to a reported home burglary in progress. A neighbor said a suspicious woman knocked on his door asking if he wanted landscape work. He said, “No,” and noticed the woman […]October 9, 2014BusinessWhat New Equipment to Look for at GIE+EXPOHeading to the GIE+EXPO show in Louisville, Kentucky in a few weeks? Here are a few pieces of equipment to look out for:October 8, 2014Design-BuildCommunity Supports Landscaper After Equipment’s StolenWe’ve all, unfortunately, read about landscapers having their equipment stolen. But here’s one thief story with a good twist. Detroit landscaper John Idziak had his $3,000 Toro mower stolen, along with his trailer, reports Channel 7 in Detroit. While that has become so common it rarely makes the news, what happened after the station shared […]October 8, 2014Design-BuildExcavation Accident Kills Two LandscapersFour landscape workers were excavating a 10-foot ditch for a drainage pipe outside of a home in Boonton Township, New Jersey. As they were working, the trench started to give way. One of the workers became trapped, and when another worker jumped in to save him, he also became trapped — under 10 feet of […]October 7, 2014Design-Build5 Things We Can Learn from DogsThese furry pets are our best friends, so it only makes sense that we would learn from them. Here are 5 ways we should be more like dogs. 1. Be trusting.Dogs are one of the most trusting animals out there. They don’t question their owners or doubt their intentions. Likewise, you should also trust your […]October 2, 2014Design-BuildHow to promote safety with employeesKeeping safety in the forefront of your employees’ minds is key to preventing accidents and injuries. But how do you keep this topic as a top concern? Here are 4 ideas for making safety a priority for your crews. 1. Visual elements During one of my Landscaper of the Year visits, I met with a […]October 1, 2014Previous PagePage 6 of 88Next PageTop StoriesBusinessOPPAA Scholarship Fund: Class of 2025 announcedFor over 25 years, the Outdoor Power Parts and Accessories Association (OPPAA) has been awarding scholarships to its members and their families. BusinessBobcat social media campaign benefits local parks and recreation spacesEquipmentAgri-Fab launches new swivel cartEquipmentCase IH brings enhanced performance and comfort to new Farmall Utility TractorsEquipmentQuick data: Top-selling compact track loaders and sales trends for 2024 - 2025
