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Covercraft’s UVS100 custom sunscreens protect work trucks from UV rays

Covercraft’s UVS100 Custom Sunscreens protect work trucks from the heat and UV rays that destroy interiors over time Nothing does more damage to the dash, door panels and seat coverings of work trucks than the sun’s UV light and the heat that builds up in the interior while the truck is sitting outside. The majority […]

May 4, 2015

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With Tread, Leatherman fits 29 tools on your wrist in a stylish watch or bracelet

Leatherman has been making phenomenal multi-tools and knives for quite some time. And while the quality of tools like the Charge ALX multi-tool is unsurpassed, there’s only one real problem: even though it packs 18 tools, you’ve still got to put it somewhere. It has to spend most of its time in a pocket or […]

May 4, 2015

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Scott Lindley joins NALP as VP of sales and marketing

The National Association of Landscape Professionals has named Scott Lindley vice president of sales and marketing. He was previously VP of marketing for IMN Solutions.

May 4, 2015

Florida homeowners association sues over couple’s choice of environmentally friendly landscaping

After nearly three years of litigation, a July trial date has been set in a lawsuit over a Florida neighborhood association’s complaint that a homeowner’s environmentally friendly choice in landscaping did not meet the association’s aesthetics rules. The case is being closely followed because it is seen as a test of the 2009 “Florida friendly” […]

May 4, 2015

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Volunteers help with landscaping at local non-profits

On May 2, more than 6,500 volunteers will set out to complete nearly 200 community service projects for non-profit organizations in Greenville, South Carolina, and many of those efforts will be landscaping related. The event marks the 21st United Way Hands On Greenville (HOG) Day. As the volunteers spread out across Greenville County, several hundred […]

May 1, 2015

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Ergodyne overhauls ProFlex support lineup

Ergodyne’s ProFlex line of wrist supports, wraps and sleeves are undergoing a refresh the company says will improve performance, comfort and breathability. Designed to aid workers with minor sprains, strains or exposure to repetitive motion, the ProFlex line will provide relief from discomfort and provide supplemental support to allow continued work, says Ergodyne’s Andy Olson. […]

May 1, 2015

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Scott Jamieson named new NALP board president; new officers, directors take seats on board

The National Association of Landscape Professionals announced this week that Scott Jamieson became president of the board of directors on May 1, 2015.

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Roadside plantings in Florida community have residents divided

City leaders in Bonita Springs, Florida, are moving ahead with a $1.8 million project to replace 15 miles of plants along U.S. Highway 41, the city’s main thoroughfare. They say the 7-year-old plants are in need of an upgrade, especially because that portion of the highway is the gateway to the city. “We feel it’s […]

May 1, 2015

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How-to: Upfitting an equipment trailer with back-up lights (PHOTOS)

If your mowing and maintenance crews are pulling into the yard each day after dark, you may be looking for an upgrade with respect to your equipment trailer’s backup lights. We decided to install back-up lights on a Landoll LT1020 trailer, using a lighting kit from Rigid Industries. Although the kit, the SR-M LED Backup […]

May 1, 2015

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JCB donates backhoes, generators to Nepal earthquake relief efforts

JCB has donated approximately $1 million in equipment to aid relief efforts in Nepal. Through Nepal-based dealer MAW Enterprises Pvt Ltd, JCB has supplied the Nepalese Army 10 backhoe loaders for work in the areas hit hardest by the earthquake, which has left more than 5,000 people dead and 10,000 injured. The company is also […]

April 30, 2015

A JCB backhoe at work on April 28 in the earthquake disaster area in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Red-Dot Deck Grommet PRO recessed power outlet increases safety

Powering small items on raised decks can now be done safely and conveniently with the new Red-Dot Deck Grommet PRO from Thomas and Betts, which features a receptacle that remains concealed beneath the deck board, eliminating the draping of power cords along the deck surface. The Deck Grommet PRO also eliminates the safety hazard of […]

April 30, 2015

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How to: Get out in front of insects with an IPM

When protecting a landscape from the devastating effects of insects, it’s not enough to simply treat plants and turf with chemicals after pests invade. Professional landscapers have to employ a combination of solutions aimed at preventing pest problems. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) uses economically and environmentally sustainable practices to strengthen and stabilize the landscape, creating […]

April 30, 2015

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New book links the survival skills of seeds to human evolution

In his new book, The Triumph of Seeds: How grains, nuts, kernels, pulses, and pip conquered the plant kingdom and shaped human history, Thor Hansen delves into the extraordinary survival characteristics of seeds and their role in the rise of human civilizations. “Without the act and anticipation of planting seeds and harvesting them, Hansen insists […]

April 29, 2015

SeaScape Lawn Care becomes Rhode Island’s first Green Certified Landscaping Company

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has recognized SeaScape Lawn Care as the state’s first Green Certified Landscaping Company, citing the firm’s commitment to environmentally safe turf management. Based in Coventry, Rhode Island, SeaScape began offering lawn-care services in 1989 and has expanded to include plant health care, full-service tree work, pest control, […]

April 29, 2015

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Labor, Homeland Security to publish rule April 29 on temporary employment of H-2B aliens

Keeping their promise to act by the end of April, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Labor (DoL) will publish their interim final rule to establish the process employers – including numerous landscaping companies across the country – must follow to obtain temporary labor certification from DoL. That certification is […]

April 29, 2015

New Shrub Gun designed for efficient, up-close work

AirSpade’s new soil excavation tool, the HT144 Shrub Gun, uses compressed air to quickly and efficiently remove soil covering roots and other underground objects without damage. Featuring a new, short-barrel design and “supersonic” nozzle that generates airflow at Mach 2, the HT144 is designed for close-up work with shrubs, bushes and flower beds. Weighing less than 5 […]

April 28, 2015

Caltrans wastes millions of gallons of reclaimed water for San Diego landscaping

As Californians grapple with ways to reduce water usage in the face of an epic drought, from painting brown lawns green to removing yards altogether, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) continues to use drinking water to protect miles of landscaping along medians and embankments in San Diego County. Each year, the department uses about […]

April 28, 2015

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How to: Grow your own food

Incorporating edibles is a trend worth digging into Call it gardening, edible landscaping or urban agriculture, but the motive is the same: More people want to grow their own food. According to the most recent American Society of Landscape Architects survey, a vegetable garden is one of the top ten design elements with expected highest […]

April 28, 2015

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Echo demonstrates new battery-powered landscaping equipment at 2026 Power-On-Athon outdoor event

Total Landscape Care's coverage moving to EquipmentWorld.com

On Oct. 1, Fusable will cease production of Total Landscape Care as a stand-alone website and newsletter and will migrate the brand’s existing coverage of the landscaping industry to sister brand Equipment World.

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John Deere refines Z700 ZTrak Mower lineup

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Kress expands autonomous mowing lineup with new 60-inch Voyager

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The TurfMutt Foundation’s signature events set for Equip Expo 2026

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Vanquish vegetation: Brush cutters for skid steers and compact track loaders

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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