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Ventrac Introduces 4500Y Tractor
Ventrac recently released the newest addition to its tractor fleet. The 4500Y features a 25hp Kubota liquid cooled three-cylinder diesel engine, and like other Ventrac tractors, the newest addition includes the hydrostatic all-wheel drive, a center-pivoting-articulating frame, integrated weight transfer traction control, 30+ available commercial grade front-mounted attachments and patented hand controls.
April 17, 2013
Business
Planting for the Future
Your company survives because of the people in your community, so take next month to give back to them. With Arbor Day and Earth Day falling at the end of April, it’s the perfect time to plant trees in the local park, mow the lawn for an elementary school or add a lush garden for an elderly couple.
April 17, 2013
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CIU Grounds Superintendent Awarded Elite Status
Columbia International University Grounds Superintendent Norm Stewart has been named a Certified Grounds Manager. Stewart is one of 143 people to achieve the status from the Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS) headquartered in Baltimore. PMGS unites professional grounds managers, promotes educational information regarding grounds management, and assists grounds managers in maintaining a high standard of business ethics.
April 16, 2013
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Branch out with trees for an edible landscape
When planting a new tree this spring, think beyond shade, privacy and ornamental value. Nut and fruit trees can provide all of those as well as great-tasting food. You may not think of Utah as a nut-growing state, but several species of hazelnuts and almonds grow well in our high-dessert climate and are suited to the home garden in terms of their size and productivity.
April 16, 2013
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Springtime sprinkler tune-up tips
Springtime is just around the corner and landscape companies are quickly heading to the field to start the busy season. However, gardens, lawns and flower beds are not the only aspects of the lawn that need to be treated. Sprinkler systems are a crucial part of any yard and keeping them maintained and prepped for spring is a necessity. Here are five tips from Rain Bird on not only how to have a green and luscious yard through the summer, but how to save money and water.
April 16, 2013
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Dream Big
While still attending college in 1998, Jason Cromley and Matt Seiler started up Hidden Creek Landscaping in Columbus, Ohio, equipped with little more than a pickup truck, some shovels and a simple business plan: dream big, work hard.
April 16, 2013
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Fastway Product Fixes Dragging Safety Chains
Fastway Trailer Products introduces a new solution to dragging safety chains. Unlike the do-it-yourself methods of looping or twisting chains to increase lift, the new Fastway Chain-Up is a durable rubber sling designed to lift chains off the ground without compromising safety.
April 15, 2013
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Terex Backhoe Features More Power, Options & Tier 4 Interim Engine
Terex has released the TLB840 backhoe, which features boosts in torque, climbing and diggings, according to our sister publication, Equipment World magazine. The new backhoe also features a Tier 4 interim compliant Perkins engine and can be purchased in North America.
April 15, 2013
Business
Monitor, Measure Driving Actions
NexTraq had added the lastest report to the Driver Safety Scorecard, ultimately enabling users to monitor and measure driving actions. Users will have the ability to monitor actions like hard braking, quick acceleration, sharp cornering and excessive speeding by all drivers in the fleet.
April 15, 2013
Business
Finn Unveils Online Dealer Training Program
FINN Corporation has initiated a sales training program unique to manufacturers of its size. The web-based program consists of twenty training modules or courses, specifically designed to educate the FINN distribution networks’ equipment and materials sales personnel.
April 12, 2013
Business
Roslen Launches netAQUA Web-enabled Irrigation Controller
Roslen Eco-Networking Products has released the netAQUA Web-enabled Irrigation Controller on the crowd-funding website Kickstarter.com. The netAQUA can be controlled from anywhere in the Internet world from any computer, tablet or smartphone and adjusts automatically to changing weather.
April 12, 2013
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Save Water, Win Prizes
Rain Bird will be supporting the National Mayor’s Challenge For Water Conservation, a non-profit competition to see which city leaders can best inspire their residents to make online pledges aimed at drastically slashing water and energy use across the nation throughout the month of April, which is also Earth Month.
April 12, 2013
Business
Kubota Kommander Enters Residential Market
Kubota Tractor Corporation has designed a zero-turn mower specifically designed for the residential market. The “Kubota Kommander” series, which was first introduced last October at GIE+EXPO, has started the production and selling process of the ZG00 series adding to the Z200- and Z300-series.
April 11, 2013
Business
Win a Fishing Trip with Hank Parker
There is less than one month left to enter the 2013 Exmark Mow & Go with Hank Parker sweepstakes. The grand prize is a fishing trip with Hank Parker, and the first prize is an Exmark Pioneer S-Series zero-turn mower and more.The grand prize winner will have the opportunity to fish with two-time Bassmaster Classic champion Hank Parker in the summer of 2013, at a location to-be determined. All travel and meals are included.
April 11, 2013
Business
Hardscaping Creates More Usable Space
Building experts say homeowners are turning the old design mantra of bringing the outside in on its head. Instead, they’re keeping the outside where it is but making more use of it. The good news about this trend is that nearly everyone can participate,as savvy builders design phased approaches to fit most any budget. Tim Niemiec of American Paving Design in Bluffton, South Carolina is excited to see the interest as well as the range of possibilities.
April 11, 2013
Business
Six steps for a perfect lawn
Grass Seed USA, a coalition of American grass seed farmers and turf specialists, offers six steps to get your lawn on track for summer during April’s National Lawn Care Month. Step One: Rake – Raking your lawn removes dead grass, leftover winter leaves and other debris, allowing you to control thatch and see bare or worn areas that need attention. It also permits new, young grass to grow more easily and increases soil contact when seeding.
April 11, 2013
Business
Let’s Talk Service
With Earth Day and Arbor Day just two weeks away, there are a variety of ways landscapers can volunteer and give back to their community. I chatted with Lisa Schaumann, PLANET, about how pros can get involved and be recognized for their work. Check out our first Google+ Hangout, and let us know what you […]
April 10, 2013
Business
A Garden of Delights Mapped Out in Your Hand
The sun and the earth have revolved to the relevant positions in space and spring, ladies and gentlemen, has definitely sprung. While I have the opposite of green thumbs, I now have a handy arsenal of gardening apps to help me in my springtime garden.
April 10, 2013
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