Equipment: Page 109

Class 3-6
Shelby’s 700-HP F-150: equal parts off-roader, race truck
If driving an F-150 Lariat, among the most luxurious trucks in the F-Series lineup, doesn’t do it for you, maybe driving one that’s insanely fast will. Introduced at this year’s SEMA show in Las Vegas, the 2016 Shelby F-150 squeezes 700 horsepower from the Super Crew’s 5-liter engine. The truck, already fully loaded, features plenty […]
November 13, 2015
High-performance elements abound on the inside, but plenty of attention also was paid to making this powerful Shelby look the part. Photo: Equipment World
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Gravely unveils redesigned Pro-Turn 200 and 400 ZTR mowers
Gravely says its Pro-Turn 200 and 400 series zero-turn-radius mowers have been redesigned from the inside out and now boast “smarter components,” a smoother ride and more intuitive controls. Gravely introduced a constant-belt tensioning system to the market with the launch of the new Pro-Turn 200 and 400 units. By maintaining constant belt tension, the […]
November 13, 2015
Like other machines that were part of the redesign, this Gravely Pro-Turn 460 now features custom-made seats to complement its mechanical improvements. Photo: Gravely
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Morbark reveals new stump grinder model MXG50
News from Morbark on its stump grinder lines. New models and new improvements they have made recently to their landscaping equipment.
November 12, 2015
The combination of power and compactness will make the MXG50 a significant source of new business for some landscapers, Morbark says. Photo: Morbark
Landscaping equipment
JCB sharpens electronic controls with debut of ‘myCHOICE’ software
JCB is now offering landscapers more versatility with their skid steers and compact track loaders by introducing “myCHOICE” software, which enables operators to adjust travel and loader controls for various applications. The new software allows the user to choose between six control modes, with three for the transmission and three for the loader functions. The […]
November 12, 2015
JCB’s myCHOICE allows users to choose between six different modes, compared with the previous three modes. Photo: JCB
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Case offers advice on snow-removal equipment, features
Properly outfitting construction equipment for work in winter’s harsh conditions can protect it, lower your total cost of ownership and ensure a safe environment for both employees and machines. Backhoe loaders Backhoe loaders provide great torque, which allows them to handle extreme conditions and heavy, wet snow with ease. They work with a variety of […]
November 12, 2015
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Takeuchi realigns service department, shifts managers
Compact construction equipment maker Takeuchi-US has realigned its service department, a move the company says is designed to ensure Takeuchi provides the best possible technical service and warranty support to customers. As part of the changes, Tom Reichling assumes the Northwest regional service manager position, Gary Bryan moves to service support manager, and Joe Topia […]
November 11, 2015
Tom Reichling
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Stihl dealers raise $67,000-plus for Resurrecting Lives Foundation
On behalf of the more than 8,500 Stihl dealers nationwide, the outdoor power equipment maker recently presented a check for $67,000 to the Resurrecting Lives Foundation, a nonprofit focused on raising money to assist veterans with traumatic brain injuries. “This donation is the single largest contribution our foundation has ever received and will make a […]
November 11, 2015
The donation from Stihl dealers was presented recently to several members of the Resurrecting Lives Foundation board of directors.
Class 3-6
SEMA photos: Vintage Jeep trucks show glorious pickup past
Rumors have heated up that Jeep is set to launch a pickup version of its Wrangler, but the folks at Omix-ADA brought to the 2015 SEMA Show this week a reminder that Jeep, years ago, was already a player in the pickup segment. The 1955 Willys 4×4 pickup truck above and its 226-cubic-inch Super Hurricane […]
November 10, 2015
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Ohio, North Carolina prepare for green industry tradeshows
The Ohio Nursery and Landscape Association (ONLA) says registration is open for its Cents 2016 Marketplace & University, which is set for Jan. 11-13 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. In North Carolina, meanwhile, organizers of the Green & Growin’ 16 annual education conference and marketplace are hard at work in Greensboro. Education events are […]
November 10, 2015
Visitors to Green and Growin’ look over distributors’ wares at a previous tradeshow in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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SolaRight Lighting eyes Northwest with Cascadia Sales Group deal
SolaRight Lighting, maker of the first patented, construction-grade LED solar paver tiles and street safety markers, announced this week it will now be represented by Cascadia Sales Group, a Portland, Oregon-based manufacturers representative. SolaRight says Cascadia will cover sales to the green industry and parks and recreation customers in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah and Northern […]
November 10, 2015
Although this particular job goes back a few years, it’s a good example of a residential landscape application using SolaRight Lighting’s products. Photo: SolaRight Lighting
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Porous Pave gains traction on big municipal job in Florida
Porous Pave points to its recently completed job at two city parks in Sunrise, Florida, to demonstrate its pour-in-place surfacing material is the right choice for government customers committed to environmentally friendly building materials. Visitors walk and bicycle through the new parks, Cypress Preserve and Oak Hammock, on 8-foot-wide permeable paths surfaced with Porous Pave […]
November 9, 2015
Bike and walking paths at the two parks in Sunrise, Florida, were surfaced with Porous Pave XL.
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Cadman launches 1000 Series mini irrigation water reels
Cadman Power Equipment is introducing a line of mini irrigation travelers, or water reels. The company says its experience in designing and manufacturing large travelers for agricultural settings was put to good use in developing the new products, ensuring the smaller versions are engineered to be rugged as well as sleek. “From wastewater disposal to […]
November 9, 2015
The “iWater” Mini controller is visible on the side of the traveler.
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With EnviroGard kits, mower engines converted to use propane
EnviroGard has been working with John Deere dealers to train their technicians on the use of EnviroGard kits to convert mower engines to propane fuel. Available conversions now include 21 John Deere ZTrak zero-turn mowers, seven John Deere QuikTrak stand-on mowers and eight John Deere commercial walk-behind mowers. Conversions will be available through John Deere dealers […]
November 9, 2015
Several models of John Deere mowers can be converted. EnviroGard set up a training program for John Deere dealers’ service technicians.
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Fuel stabilizer wins dealer award as ethanol concerns persist
Gold Eagle, maker of Sta-Bil 360-Degrees fuel stabilizer, has received the Power Equipment Trade (PET) Dealers Choice Award in the accessory/attachment category for the fuel-treatment product. The Chicago-based manufacturer launched its Sta-Bil line earlier this year. “The Power Equipment Trade Dealer’s Choice Award is one of the most sought-after awards in the power equipment industry […]
November 9, 2015
Promising protection against ethanol damage, fuel stabilizers are growing more popular.
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Bobcat introduces 40-inch FMR flail mower attachment
Bobcat says tough land-clearing projects aren’t so tough with the company’s new 40-inch FMR flail mower attachment. It’s available for use with Bobcat E63, E80 and E85 excavators. The flail mower attachment is designed for mowing and land-clearing applications such as cleaning ditches, hillsides, utility rights-of-way and riverbanks, as well as maintenance for parks and […]
November 6, 2015
Safety features on the flail mower attachment help deflect and contain debris, according to the manufacturer. Photo: Bobcat
Class 3-6
Chevy shows off 2016 Silverado Special Ops concept
Chevrolet’s 2016 Silverado will get a refreshed front-end design, an eight-speed automatic transmission and a technology boost, but General Motor’s stylists and engineers took their Special Ops concept a few steps further. Unveiled at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas this week, GM’s latest concept is an imaginative take on a Silverado 1500 […]
November 6, 2015
Photo: GM
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Equipment maker says new maintenance kits simplify chore
Doing routine maintenance on a Boxer compact utility loader just got simpler. Morbark, maker of Boxer equipment, has introduced maintenance kits for current and legacy model Boxer mini-skid steers. “This gives our customers a convenient way to purchase maintenance items by taking the guesswork out of ordering individual maintenance items,” said Jason Showers, Boxer product […]
November 6, 2015
The company says buying the kits is about 10 percent cheaper than purchasing the items individually.
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Kawasaki’s new EFI system introduced on FX Series engine
Kawasaki says its new FX730V-EFI engine uses the most advanced electronic fuel-injection system the company has ever developed. The system incorporates a fully integrated electronic governor and an advanced engine control unit (ECU) that instantly matches power to cutting load and ground speed. The new EFI system will enable professional landscapers to mow lawns more […]
November 6, 2015
The company is incorporating the new EFI system into select models of FX Series and FS Series engines, with plans to use it in additional models. Photo: Kawasaki
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