Melanie Krawczyk (TLC)BusinessKomatsu’s new log loader features robust engine, wireless technologyKomatsu America says its Forest Machine Business Division’s new PC210LL-10 log loader boasts of a more environmentally friendly engine that also increases horsepower by 7 percent, lowers fuel consumption by 10 percent and is EPA Tier 4 Interim certified. The newest addition to Komatsu’s Dash-10 series of log loaders has a flywheel horsepower of 158 […]June 8, 2015BusinessStihl boasts landscapers will be more efficient using multitasking toolStihl is targeting landscapers with its new KM 94 R KombiMotor, which weighs in at only 8.8 pounds but, according to the company, delivers plenty of power through its 24-cc, two-stroke engine. The multitasking tool works with all 14 attachments in the Stihl KombiSystem line, which includes implements designed for cutting, trimming, clearing and more. […]June 5, 2015BusinessFive tips for booking a truck to haul plants to your siteAnyone who has hauled trees and other plants knows it’s a challenging job, so special care is needed if you’re hiring someone to handle the task for you. Cameron Cantrelle, co-founder and CEO of Plantbid, offers the following tips on working with an independent hauler to meet your deadlines while preserving the quality and health of […]May 30, 2015BusinessLawn-care seminars aim to create fierce competitorsFor landscapers interested in continuing education, Bayer CropScience and The Harvest Group are bringing their “Thrive” lawn-care seminar to cities in Texas and Florida in the coming weeks. At the center of the one-day seminar is the Harvest Group’s “Are you a fierce competitor?” program. The registration fee is $85. Sponsors say participants will learn […]May 29, 2015BusinessAce Pump honored for success in targeting, selling into export marketsAce Pump is one of 26 American companies to win the prestigious President’s “E” Award for excellence in exporting. The award is presented annually to organizations that have made significant contributions to increasing American exports. “The ‘E’ Awards Committee was impressed with Ace Pump’s modification of products for export markets,” U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker […]May 29, 2015BusinessExmark adds 52-inch EFI propane model to its Vantage S-SeriesExmark’s Vantage S-Series Propane stand-on rider with electronic fuel injection (EFI) is the latest addition to the company’s line of propane commercial mowers. The new model uses a Kohler EFI propane engine. Exmark says the mower delivers increased fuel economy, performance and reliability while remaining environmentally friendly. A company spokesman says Exmark has seen an […]May 28, 2015BusinessWeed-control expert shares advice on fighting all varietiesWeeds may not grow bigger in Texas, but the state certainly has its share of the darn things. Fortunately for landscape professionals there and elsewhere, the state is also home to Paul Baumann, former Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service state weed specialist. Baumann is an internationally known expert on herbicide symptomology, integrated weed management in […]May 28, 2015BusinessKubota to build new manufacturing plant 3 miles from existing plant, run bothKubota Tractor Corp. (KTC) and Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp. (KMA) will build a new manufacturing plant and expand operations in Gainesville, Georgia. News of the expansion follows closely KTC’s announcement that it will relocate its U.S. headquarters to Grapevine, Texas. The company explained the Texas move as an effort to get closer to its major […]May 27, 2015BusinessRobots to drive Polaris Ranger at DARPA robotics challengePolaris Industries’ Limited Edition DARPA Polaris Ranger XP 900 EPS and GEM electric vehicles will be used as part of the DARPA Robotics Challenge (DRC) finals. The competition is scheduled for June 5-6, in Pomona, California. DRC spurs developments of robotic technology that its sponsors hope will enable society to respond more effectively to future […]May 27, 2015BusinessGreen industry pioneer Matt Shooner dies; his business continuesGreen industry pioneer Matt Shooner died May 21 in Cincinnati after a lengthy illness. With his wife, Irene, Shooner founded Focal Point Communications in 1986. Focal Point was among the first companies to offer marketing and advertising services specifically for lawn and landscape contractors. “My father spent 15 years operating a successful lawn care and […]May 26, 2015Previous PagePage 3 of 4Next PageTop StoriesEquipmentCASE upsizes equipment for landscaping teams geared toward growthAn all-new mini excavator, a full-sized wheel loader, upgraded compact wheel loaders, and new options for rough-terrain forklifts give landscapers more ways to grow their business.EquipmentGMC’s 2024 electric Sierra Denali set to hit dealerships in summerEquipmentExmark introduces Quest V-Series electric zero-turn mowerBusinessBartlett Tree Experts announces new arboretum, research labEquipmentFirstgreen launches new Rockeat line of remote-control electric skid steers