Melanie Krawczyk (TLC)BusinessOutdoor Power Equipment Institute chooses leadersThe Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) elected its 2015-16 officers and directors during the organization’s recent annual meeting in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Here’s a rundown of the new leadership: OPEI Chairman: Lee Sowell, president of outdoor products with Techtronic Industries Power Equipment. “I am proud to be part of the outdoor power equipment industry, […]July 10, 2015BusinessFederal agency wants plastic gas cans to have flame arrestorsThe Consumer Product Safety Commission wants to see flame-arrestor safety devices added to plastic gasoline cans. A statement from the agency says the CPSC “is calling on the industry to regain the momentum that was lost in years past by designing their products to include this safety technology.” According to KSTP-TV, the ABC affiliate serving Minneapolis-St. […]July 9, 2015BusinessSubsite Electronics introduces redesigned, mobile-friendly websiteSubsite Electronics is introducing its new mobile-friendly website, which the company says was redesigned based on customer input. The new site provides landscapers as well as utility, pipeline and other underground construction professionals easy access to information regarding Subsite Electronics’ selection of “Underground Awareness” products for enhanced jobsite safety and productivity. Among landscape contractors, the […]July 8, 2015BusinessEdible landscapes’ popularity argues for broadening skillsIt seems clear that edible landscaping is more than a passing trend, so landscape contractors may want to do a little homework on the practice. Why take a pass when a client asks about adding a vegetable garden next to the area where you’ve installed a flower garden? It’s certainly reasonable to expect the skills […]July 7, 2015Design-BuildAgriscaping Technologies feeds growth of edible landscapesA few summers ago, I was visiting a friend in Chicago when I noticed on our walk home from lunch a front flowerbed with lettuce in it. The beautiful yellow and purple leaves looked nice among some annuals, and I couldn’t help but wonder if there was function behind the lettuce leaves other than looking […]July 6, 2015BusinessRugby: New HD Rancher Body perfect for landscapersRugby Manufacturing says its new HD Rancher Body is ideal for professional landscapers, as well as heavy-duty construction and oil-field operations. A wholly owned subsidiary of Truck Bodies & Equipment, Rugby says the HD Rancher Body was designed for maximum durability and offers a number of enhancements from previous models, including an upgraded three-sixteenth inch […]July 3, 2015BusinessExmark says its suspended operator platform reduces bumpsWith the goal of maximizing productivity through increased operator comfort, Exmark’s Lazer Z mowers now come with a suspended operator platform. Suspended operator platforms reduce bumps and vibration while driving. A factory-installed upgrade available on 2015 Lazer Z E-Series and Lazer Z X-Series machines, the suspended operator platform utilizes coil-over hydraulic dampers to significantly reduce […]July 1, 2015BusinessHardscape North America outlines 2015 Dealer Education ProgramHardscape North America’s (HNA) Dealer Education Program will be held Oct. 21 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, just before the opening of the HNA 2015 and GIE+EXPO (Green Industry and Equipment Exposition) tradeshows. The HNA event is open to dealers on Oct. 21 and to all industry participants Oct. 22-23. The theme of […]June 30, 2015BusinessStihl President Fred Whyte to retire after 44 years with the companyStihl President Fred Whyte will retire at the end of this year after 44 years with the company, 23 as president. Under Whyte’s tenure, the company experienced record growth, becoming America’s No. 1-selling brand of gasoline-powered, handheld outdoor power equipment. Bjoern Fischer, currently Stihl vice president of finance, will assume the duties of president on Jan. […]June 30, 2015Design-BuildMagnum touts work boots’ looks, quality, readiness for the jobLandscaping work – like anything involving the occasional chainsaw – requires concentration. Concentration, in turn, is a lot easier if your feet don’t hurt. Just in time for the busiest landscaping season of the year, Magnum is parading out its diverse line of work boots. With low-cut options, composite safety toes and waterproofing, the Magnum […]June 25, 2015Page 1 of 4Next PageTop StoriesProductsTop clothing and gear for working in cold weatherBe prepared with these products designed to fend off the cold. OSHA also offers tips for staying safe in winter.Design-BuildWAC Colorscaping System launching at EquipEquipmentBuffalo Turbine adds new, updated debris blowers to its lineupEquipmentScag enters compact equipment market with Jackal Mini Track LoaderEquipmentKress adds Commercial Top-Handle Chainsaw
