Business: Page 178

Landscaping clients search Internet; make sure they find you

The eBook Local SEO for Green Industry Businesses, from HindSite Software, addresses the issue of how to drive traffic to landscaping companies’ websites.

February 1, 2016

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Landscaper to plead guilty to cheating workers, their union

Steven F. Pagliarini has been accused of scheming to avoid paying contractually obligated benefits to employees working on the federally funded Hartford Park Project in R.I.

January 29, 2016

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AEM produces new safety manual for brush chippers

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has produced a new brush chipper safety manual that outlines safe equipment operation, start-up & shutdown guidelines & more.

January 29, 2016

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Stihl promotes executive to VP of finance, information services

Stihl Inc. has promoted Mark Scavillo to VP of finance & information service. He previously served as director of strategic planning & control for the equipment maker.

January 29, 2016

NALP to recognize nation’s safest landscape contractors

Landscapers interested in entering in the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Safety Recognition Awards Program have until May 2, 2016.

January 28, 2016

Offering new services: Why not consider a cutting garden?

As edible gardening becomes more mainstream, its benefits point to another niche market landscapers can capitalize on: Designing and installing cutting gardens.

January 28, 2016

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New mobile application released for HydroPoint’s WeatherTrak

HydroPoint Data Systems, maker of WeatherTrak irrigation technology, released a new mobile application for Apple iOS and Android devices, WeatherTrak Mobile App 2.

January 28, 2016

This screen shot shows the new mobile app in map view. Photo: HydroPoint Data Systems

John Deere expands UTV options for landscape contractors

John Deere’s “Gator” utility vehicle family is growing, as the company introduces the XUV590i and XUV590i S4 Crossover, designed for landscape contractors.

January 28, 2016

Both the XUV590i and the XUV590i S4 (seen here) feature class-leading ergonomics and legroom for the operator and passengers, Deere says. Photo: John Deere

Landscape architects’ WWI memorial awaits federal approval

The World War I Centennial Commission announced that The Weight of Sacrifice by Joe Weishaar and Sabin Howard had been selected as the new proposed war memorial.

January 27, 2016

Pershing Park was dedicated in 1981 and features a statue of U.S. Army Gen. John J. Pershing, commander of the American Expeditionary Force in Europe in World War I. After the war, Pershing served as Army Chief of Staff from 1921-24. Photo: Matthew Bisanz

Much-needed Maine landscapers head to Delaware in Jonas’ wake

As Maine was spared the worst part of winter storm Jonas’ wrath, a crew of six landscapers from Goodall Landscaping was able to lend a hand in Delaware.

January 27, 2016

Goodall Landscaping was able to send 3 trucks and 6 employees to help out in Delaware. Photo: Goodall Landscaping

Kentucky DOT worker killed plowing snow as Jonas continued

According to Clarksville Now, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet worker Christopher Adams was plowing snow early Saturday when his vehicle had slid off the road.

January 27, 2016

The longtime highway department worker, who died sometime after 6 a.m. Saturday, had been plowing since midnight, with Jonas under way. He was 44.

Lessons for landscapers in wake of winter storm ‘Jonas’

Delaware-based landscaping design company Borsello Landscaping has some simple tips to pass on to clients to help protect their gardens and backyards this winter.

January 26, 2016

Winter storm Jonas set all-time snowfall records in Baltimore; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; and JFK Airport in New York City. Photo: The Weather Channel

Ryan introduces Lawnaire ZTS, its first stand-on aerator

Ryan, a Schiller Grounds Care company that manufactures turf-renovation equipment, has introduced its first stand-on aerator, the Lawnaire ZTS, loaded with plenty of features.

January 26, 2016

Features of the Lawnaire ZTS include a shock-absorbing operator platform, an aeration depth stop, and a rapid hydraulic tine lift. Photo: Ryan

Landscaping business consultant: Start the year strong

Landscaping industry expert Jeffrey Scott shares 8 steps to ensure a successful new year – & an invitation to his webinar to explore these strategies in depth.

January 26, 2016

Group honors inventor of stand-on mower, Bill Wright

Bill Wright, inventor of the stand-on lawn mower, will receive a 2016 Maryland International Business Leadership Award, sponsored by the World Trade Center Institute.

January 25, 2016

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Project EverGreen announces 2016 officers, board members

Project EverGreen, a national non-profit that promotes the value of preserving, enhancing & using green spaces, has announced its 2016 officers and board of directors.

January 25, 2016

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Wood-splitting attachment catching on in U.S., distributor says

The German-made Black Splitter S2X 800, a wood-splitting hydraulic attachment, is catching on with landscapers that sell firewood as an off-season revenue source.

January 25, 2016

Maryland Landscape Supply owner Ethan Langrill uses the Black Splitter S2X 800 to split a log at the firm’s Ellicott City location.

Buffalo area landscaper credits employees for company’s success

Tim O'Donnell, owner of T. O’Donnell Landscaping in New York, has grown to $1.6 million in annual revenue -- and says he owes it all to his employees.

January 22, 2016

Both the design and its execution appear flawless in this project, displaying T. O’Donnell Landscaping’s ability to back up its commitment to customers with first-rate work.

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Mulligan Inside Looking At Winter Backyard

TurfMutt Foundation encourages homeowners to use winter days wisely

The TurfMutt Foundation encourages homeowners to use winter days to plan for a beautiful, purposeful spring yard. Here's how you can advise your clients to prepare now so they can hit the ground running when weather breaks.

The SharpGrade GF110 grader blade attachment.

SharpGrade debuts 3 new grader blade attachments at World of Concrete 2026

Toro

Toro introduces the all-new Workman LTX utility vehicle

Snow Care For Troops Infographic

Project EverGreen celebrates SnowCare for Troops Awareness Month

Li Dax Ultra Awd

MOVA Tech unveils automated yard tools

The Attachments Idea Book

Landscapers use a variety of attachments for doing everything from snow removal to jobsite cleanup, and regardless of how often they are used, every landscaper has a favorite attachment.

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