Lauren Heartsill Dowdle (TLC)BusinessRain Bird hosts smart irrigation sweepstakesDuring July, Rain Bird will be conducting a sweepstakes on its Facebook page, awarding a new Rain Bird ESP-SMT smart control system to a fan each week in honor of Smart Irrigation Month. Designed for residential and light commercial applications, the Rain Bird ESP-SMT uses accurate, weather-based control to save between 30-70 percent in water. […]July 8, 2011Compact equipmentEditor’s PicksFrom a mower lift with mojo to seed-safe herbicide, here are noteworthy new products for landscapers.July 8, 2011BusinessHardscape installation demos to be at GIE+EXPOLandscapers attending GIE+EXPO 2011 will have the opportunity to upgrade their registration to include eight live hardscape installation demonstrations, as well as a workshop on adding hardscape installation to their line of services. GIE+EXPO, which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) and Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS), will […]July 7, 2011BusinessToro offers free spray nozzles in JulyWith July being recognized as “Smart Irrigation Month” by the Irrigation Association, Toro Irrigation will offer a free zone of its Precision Series spray nozzles in July. These spray nozzles are available in a variety of spacings and distances, from 4 to 15 feet. They are designed to work with most manufacturers’ spray bodies. Customers […]July 6, 2011BusinessTerex Construction Launches New WebsiteTerex Construction launched a new website in response to customer feedback for improved navigation, more dynamic product information and direct access to Terex Construction-related information. The website, terexconstruction.com, allows visitors to find information such as specification sheets for new equipment, available used equipment, contact for support information for warranties, training offerings and equipment financing information. […]July 5, 2011BusinessAPLD to offer webinar series on design, businessThe Association of Professional Landscape Designers will offer a 2011 webinar series, which will give members and non-members access to a variety of topics This year, the four webinars being offered provide participants with both design and business skills. The one-hour webinars will be held on Thursday, July 14; Wednesday, August 17; Wednesday, Sept. 21; […]July 1, 2011BusinessToro acquires turf equipment manufacturerToro bought Lawn Solutions Commercial Products, a turf renovation equipment manufacturer in Louisville, Kentucky. The acquisition included a lineup of aerators, seeders, power rakes and brush cutters. David Cook, owner of Lawn Solutions, will continue to consult with Toro after the acquisition and provide important product development and category expertise. Toro is a provider of […]June 30, 2011BusinessBelgard’s outdoor kitchen to be showcased in NYBelgard Hardscapes was selected to build the first-ever outdoor kitchen component of the fourth annual House Beautiful “Kitchen of the Year,” which will be unveiled in Rockefeller Plaza in New York City on July 18. “The inclusion of an outdoor kitchen in this year’s showcase is a testament to the growing popularity of this segment […]June 24, 2011BusinessBid2Win Software releases field tracking softwareBid2Win Software released its field tracking and analysis solution, Build2Win Field version 2.3. Build2Win Field includes the following new features: Import Resources from Outside Sources – Build2Win imports resources from an external data source. Import New Resources from CSV – New resources — such as employees, equipment, materials, organizations and accounts — may be imported […]June 23, 2011BusinessPaladin names vice president of engineeringPaladin Construction Group appointed Paul Burton as vice president of engineering. In this position, Burton will focus on research and development, new products, configure-to-order/engineer-to-order support and improving project launch accuracy. He will be responsible for directing and managing engineering resources for Bradco, CP, FFC, Harley, JRB, McMillen and Sweepster brands. Burton began his career working […]June 22, 2011Previous PagePage 77 of 88Next PageTop StoriesHomeNext-gen Ford F-150 Lightning: 700+ mile range but no longer all-electricThe all-electric truck ends with the 2026 model year to make way for the F-150 Lightning EREV with range-extending gas generator.HomePebble Technology International introduces PebbleTec glass tileHomeBobcat unveils "RogueX3" autonomous, electric compact loaderHomeThe TurfMutt Foundation’s tips to keep pets safe this winterHomeConducting a great client property walkthrough
