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Grand Funk Railroad, Kellie Pickler headline 2015 GIE’s free concert series
The Green Industry and Equipment Expo (GIE) is still eight months away, but preparations for this year have begun, including the free concert schedule. Here’s the list of performances that will be held at the 4th Street Live venue in Louisville, Kentucky. Wednesday, Oct. 21 8 p.m.: From Paris – Perform different genres of music from Beyonce […]
March 13, 2015
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PLANET Student Career Days combine job hunting with competition, education
Instead of spending time relaxing with family and friends, Justin Morgan’s meeting companies, networking and competing with hundreds of students in landscaping events during his spring break. He’s one of 850 students from 65 different landscape and horticultural programs at this week’s Student Career Days, headed by the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) at North Carolina […]
March 13, 2015
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Michelin’s tire tubes built with a one-piece, seamless design
Michelin designed its new line of tire tubes to prevent splitting or puncture after installation. The tubes are 100-percent butyl rubber with an airtight seal to protect the tire from corrosive liquid ballast and serve as a replica of the inner lining of the tire to extend its life. The tubes are constructed with a single piece […]
March 13, 2015
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Yokohama’s all-season crossover tire’s engineereed for all terrains
Yokohama Tire Corporation’s Geolandar has added a new tire to its lineup: the G055 crossover all-season tire. The tire is initially available in 19 sizes, from 16 to 20 inches and in H- and V-speed ratings. The G055 can be used for wintry and wet conditions, because the transition grooves with notch sipes and create biting edges to maintain tread […]
March 13, 2015
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Five FAQs on Facebook business pages v. paid advertising
The reliability of the Facebook business page as a marketing tool has been questioned in the past several years. Advertising has become a key part of Facebook’s business model, and it seems they’re rewarding their advertisers more than those who have a free page. This week Facebook announced they’re removing deactivated accounts from the “like” counts […]
March 12, 2015
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VIA Motors’ electric Chevy Silverado 4 x 4 gets the fuel equivalent of 120 mpg (Photos)
Want to go green but can’t afford a Tesla? VIA Motors’ electrified Chevy Silverado 4×4 is here. It gets the fuel economy equivalent of 120 mpg on 60 miles driven daily. The truck has an all electric range of up to 40 miles with near zero emissions, but an onboard EcoTec3 4.6-liter V6 gasoline engine VTRUX […]
March 12, 2015
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Terex GEN2 skid steer loaders include new R260s and V350s
Terex Generation 2 (GEN 2) line has two more skid steer loaders – the R260S and the V350s. The 74-horsepower Tier 4 Final turbocharged diesel engine has variable flow hydraulics. They offer 10.5 inches of ground clearance and a 24-degree angle of departure for varying terrain. Mechanical-faced axle seals prevent debris from entering. The Loegering F- […]
March 12, 2015
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How to use references to gain new clients
Getting references is a tried-and-true job search tactic. Ask former co-workers and bosses for their contact info and attach it to a resume. When it comes to your landscaping business, obtaining references is similar to the ones you need for getting hired. There are a few more important elements to add for winning over potential […]
March 11, 2015
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Hustler Turf’s new FasTrak SDX mower features larger tires, upgraded seat
Hustler Turf Equipment has released the FasTrak SDX mower. It features a Kawasaki FX engine with a remote canister air cleaner. The SDX has a Hydro-Gear ZT 3400 transmission and an upgraded, custom operator seat for isolation to minimize jolts and vibration. Cutting widths are 48 inches, 54 inches and 60 inches. The heights are […]
March 11, 2015
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AeroFarms’ $30 million vertical garden set for construction in New Jersey
The world’s largest indoor vertical farm will be created in Newark, New Jersey for $30 million. The former industrial site will also serve as the global headquarters for farming and tech company AeroFarms. The vertical farm will incorporate aeroponics, a soil-free method of planting with no pesticides. This new site will provide access to locally-grown produce […]
March 11, 2015
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Western’s Pro-Flo and Low-Pro tailgate spreaders feature 12-volt motors, range of accessories
Western Products unveiled three new tailgate spreaders to their line — the Pro-Flo 900, the Pro-Flo 525 and the Low-Pro 300W — at the NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, Indiana. The 900 and the 525 have a corrosion-free hopper for de-icing, two instant-start 12-volt electric motors and an upgraded dual variable-speed control for operations to change […]
March 11, 2015
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PLANET awarded recipients for excellence at the Great Escape Conference
Dan Foley, Janelle Bruland and the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC) were recognized at the Great Escape Professional Landscapers Network (PLANET) Conference in Nassau, Bahamas. Landscape industry certified recipient Foley, a PLANET past-president, received the Lifetime Leadership Award. The award recognizes leadership, service and commitment to PLANET and the landscaping industry. Bruland received the […]
March 10, 2015
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JCB’s 67C-1 showcases new compact excavator design (Photos)
JCB’s 67C-1 features several upgrades, including a revised H-design undercarriage and heating and ventilation system with optional air conditioning. The steel compact excavator was unveiled at last week’s JCB Field Days in Savannah, Georgia. The 6.7-ton conventional tail-swing excavator has a 55-horsepower Tier 4 Final Kohler diesel engine with no DPF. Maintenance needs have been addressed […]
March 10, 2015
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Fisher adds new tailgate spreaders to snow-removal line
Fisher Engineering showed off three new tailgate spreader models at the 2015 Work Truck Show — the Speed-Caster 900; Speed-Caster 525 and Quick-Caster 300W wireless electric tailgate spreader. The trio of new spreaders join the lineup for the 2015-16 snow removal season. The spreaders will be integrated into the product line alongside the brand’s existing Low Profile 2500, […]
March 10, 2015
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Business bests: Scheduling and rain delays
How to get your people where they need to be even when the weather is against you Scheduling crews may seem like a simple task, but it requires equal parts experience and number crunching. Good scheduling helps you bid accurately and complete jobs on budget and on time. Knowing how to make the most of […]
March 10, 2015
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Goodyear’s latest concept tires charge electric car batteries
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company unveiled two concept tires at this week’s 85th Geneva International Motor Show. Though the two tires are concept products, the futuristic technologies stretch the imagination and provide a glimpse of what practical innovations may be on the horizon, the company says. The first concept – named “BHO3” – offers […]
March 9, 2015
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Terex intros new site dumpers TA6 and TA6s
Terex’s new Tier 4 Final 6-ton site dumpers — the TA6 and the TA6s — have 295 pounds per foot of torque and have 74-horsepower JCB EcoMAX turbo charged diesel engines with hydrostatic transmission. Payload capacity is 13,229 pounds and they can travel up to 16.3 mph with four-wheel drive. There’s no gear stick or shift pedal for operators […]
March 9, 2015
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JCB reveals newest compact track loader Forestmaster 325T Eco
The biggest news for landscapers coming out of last week’s JCB’s Field Days event is the new Forestmaster 325T Eco. Their newest compact track loader was designed based on recommendations from a client. They implemented suggested changes into the new design. Features include a recovery winch, front work light protection and FOPS guard for A/C […]
March 9, 2015
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