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Research: Grass type, how you mow affect soil’s carbon content
Purdue University researchers are noting both the type of grass and whether grass clippings are left on the lawn can have a significant impact on soil carbon.
February 17, 2017
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NALP launches program offering discounted workers’ comp’
NALP has partnered with Rancho Mesa Insurance Services and Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies to offer members a discounted workers' compensation option.
February 17, 2017
Arians says the new ‘concept store’ is not a factory outlet. Photo: Ariens Co.
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Landscape workers must take threat of lightning seriously
Employers and supervisors should know and tell workers which buildings to go to after hearing thunder or seeing lightning. Read more here!
February 16, 2017
Lightning is extremely hot. A strike can heat the air around it to temperatures five times hotter than the sun’s surface.
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CASE-sponsored Team Rubicon helps tornado victims
Disaster relief organization Team Rubicon deployed heavy equipment operators to Mississippi to assist in clearing debris caused by an tornado. Read more on TLC.
February 16, 2017
Pictured from left are Team Rubicon heavy equipment operators Patrick Smith, Brian Foy, Emiliano Sanchez and Victor Civitillo. Photo: CASE Construction Equipment
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Product roundup: Screeners, adapters, worklights and tires
If you’ve been searching for more light on the jobsite Bosch says it has the answer with the introduction of GLI18V-1900 and GLI18V-1900 C Floodlights.
February 16, 2017
The new Pitbull 2300B portable box screener is easily maneuverable, according to the manufacturer, and the best choice for companies screening topsoil, mulch, gravel, stone and asphalt. Photo: Lake Erie Portable Screeners
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Major renovation project includes extensive landscaping work
Hidden Valley Landscape Architecture & Construction, a division of Hidden Valley Nursery, helped the 1970s-era senior community into the 21st century.
February 15, 2017
Landscape redesign, construction and installation comprised a substantial share of the comprehensive restoration of a 1970s-era senior housing development. These before-and-after shots provide a feel for the scope of the project, which was overseen by Pike Development Co. of Paterson, New Jersey. Photo: PRNewswire/Pike Development Co.
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Vacuworx CM 3 boasts of job type, jobsite versatility
For landscape design-build companies, Vacuworx equipment is most likely to be used in projects involving pavers, retaining walls and the like. Read more on TLC!
February 15, 2017
The CM 3 modular vacuum lifting system can be adapted for a wide range of applications, Vacuworx says. Photo: Vacuworx
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Landscapers alone must exit island in case Trump visits
To help with traffic jams, Palm Beach has ordered for landscapers to leave the island in case of a visit from President Donald Trump. Read more on TLC!
February 15, 2017
Mar-a-Lago has been named the “Winter White House” by President Donald Trump. Photo: Robert Stevens
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Ox Bodies boosts payload capacity with lighter steel dump body
Ox Bodies, Inc., has introduced a lightweight dump body the company says is up to 35 percent lighter than its standard dump bodies. Read more on TLC!
February 15, 2017
The TrailMaker is available in 14- to 20-foot body lengths and offers capacities ranging from 7.3 to 33 cubic yards. Photo: Ox Bodies Inc.
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Roses, like all plants, benefit from a little bit of maintenance
A rose by any other name would smell just as sweet, but the different rose categories have different needs when it comes to pruning. Read more on TLC!
February 14, 2017
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Colorado contractor puts IrriGreen sprinklers to the test
Westside Sprinkler and Property Performance shares how IrriGreen has helped its customers and its benefits to traditional irrigation systems. Read more on TLC!
February 14, 2017
IrriGreen’s technology is said to “print” water in controlled patterns to match the shape of the lawn. Photo: IrriGreen
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Atlas Copco upgrades walk-behind concrete power trowels
Atlas Copco’s three new walk-behind power trowels include upgraded features that the manufacturer says enhance the machines’ versatility and safety.
February 14, 2017
Atlas Copco’s three new walk-behind power trowels can be equipped with a twist pitch or cog pitch. Photo: Atlas Copco
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Dealer roundup: JCB announces addition of 2 new dealers
JCB's new Las Vegas location is an expansion of the operations of Southwest Material Handling Inc. of Mira Loma, California. Read more on Total Landscape Care!
February 14, 2017
Subsite Electronics makes a variety of products used in locating underground utilities. Photo: Subsite Electronics
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LawnStarter: High vendor standards differentiate service
LawnStarter pairs customers looking for lawn maintenance with professional lawn care providers. The company has hired a VP of growth to help with its expansion.
February 13, 2017
LawnStarter is committed to hiring reputable lawn care companies and its providers have an average of 12 years in business. Photo: LawnStarter
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News roundup: Valley Industries buys A1 Mist Sprayers
Registration for the 25th Anniversary STIHL Tour des Trees, the nation’s leading fundraiser for tree research and education, is now open. Read more on TLC!
February 13, 2017
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Transitioning from the sales cold call to warmer options
Why keep cold-calling when there are other ways to find warmer opportunities. Check out how to find clients who are already interested in your services on TLC!
February 13, 2017
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Green people: Morbark taps VP of operations, supply chain
Walt Niziolek has been appointed Morbark's new vice president of operations and supply chain, while Ruppert Landscape hires more employees at its Georgia branch
February 13, 2017
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Smart marketing: Lawn care company wraps photo contest
Green Giant Lawn & Tree Care in Fleetwood, Pennsylvania, announced the grand prize winner of its photo contest. Read more on Total Landscape Care!
February 10, 2017
From left, Trent Grus, a sales representative for Green Giant Lawn & Tree Care; Green Giant owner Dan Rothermel Jr.; Heather Gift, administrative and marketing assistant with Green Giant; the company’s co-owner, Beth Rothermel; the landscape company owners’ son, Parker; and contest winners Mallory and Glenn Kercher and their two children. Photo: Green Giant Lawn & Tree Care
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