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USPS honors iconic pickups with Forever Stamps

This year the USPS will honor the 1938 International Harvester D-2, the 1948 Ford F-1, the 1953 Chevrolet and the 1965 Ford F-100 in a book of Forever Stamps.

January 8, 2016

Don’t let crews laugh off the necessity of protective gear

For landscapers, though, using the right personal protective equipment (PPE) can go a long way toward mitigating the danger -- and OSHA requires it of employers.

January 7, 2016

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Bob-Cat CRZ mowers updated; 48-inch deck available

Bob-Cat mowers announced several updates of its CRZ 52-inch zero-turn mower and said the company will now offer the CRZ with a 48-inch deck for $3,999.

January 7, 2016

The updated Bob-Cat CRZ mower has a new seat and rear bumper, among other tweaks.

Ford F-150: 30 years of evolution boost product, price

A lot can change in 30 years, even for the best selling pickup. The 2016 F-150 has nearly double the horsepower and 50 percent more torque than the 1986 model.

January 7, 2016

The Ford F-150 has been the nation’s top-selling pickup for more than three decades.

Landscaper’s building destroyed when grinder sparks blaze

An accidental fire started at Lake State Lawn, Landscaping & Snow Removal in Eaton Rapids Township, Michigan burned the business -- and equipment -- to the ground.

January 6, 2016

After a fire extinguisher failed to put out the blaze, firefighters came to the rescue and put it out after 90 minutes.

Corona touts shovel’s place in landscaper’s toolbox

Corona Clipper, acquired 15 years ago by Spanish hand-tool manufacturer Corporación Patricio Echeverría, is still making tools, and breaks through the hardest of soils.

January 6, 2016

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Caterpillar found guilty of stealing quick-coupler trade secrets

Caterpillar has been ordered to pay Miller UK Ltd. nearly $74 million after being found guilty by a federal court in Chicago of stealing trade secrets.

January 5, 2016

Caterpillar makes 20 models of couplers for excavators and mini excavators, including this Mechanical Dual Lock Coupler-5 ton.

Stihl’s Whyte named sole director, chairman of U.S. subsidiary

Retired president of Stihl, Inc., Fred J. Whyte, will stay on as chairman and sole director of the Virginia Beach, Virginia-based company.

January 5, 2016

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FasTrac attachment turns skid steer into concrete mixer

Western Material & Design has introduced a concrete mixer attachment for skid steers in two models, both powered by hydraulic motors.

January 4, 2016

Because the attachment weighs less than 750 pounds, it won’t surpass a skid steer’s lifting capacity even when the mixer is full, the manufacturer says.

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Company touts hover mower as unique but practical tool

California Trimmer, which has been around since the mid-1930s and is now based in Auburn, Washington, doesn’t just make reel mowers – machines one doesn’t see very often these days – but also specializes in mowers that hover. As the name implies, California Trimmer’s RC190 Hover Mower floats on a cushion of air and glides […]

January 2, 2016

A landscaping company might choose to have only one hover mower on hand, but the product does seem to be a good fit for some applications. (Click to enlarge.) Photo: California Trimmer

Keeping ourselves mobile in winter: Bad news for plants

Plants near roadways get easily damaged during the winter due to the ways we de-ice our roadways. Here are some tips to prevent damage. Click here to read.

January 1, 2016

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GM recalls certain 2016 Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon pickups

GM has recalled some of their 2016 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon pickup trucks. Click to read more on the story.

January 1, 2016

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Ford uses wide range of equipment to test 2017 Super Duty trucks

Ford's engineers have come up with multiple test for their trucks. The 2017 Ford Super Duty trucks will go through these rigorous tests. Click to read more.

January 1, 2016

Landscape contractors will be glad to know a spreader was among several pieces of equipment used to test the pickup’s toughness. Photo: Ford

EPA reports record mpg for pickups, better GHG performance

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported this month that 2014 model year light trucks reached a record average for fuel efficiency.

December 31, 2015

EPA says U.S. standards have spurred technology improvements that ultimately will save American families who purchase a new model year 2025 vehicle more than $8,000 in lifetime fuel costs. Graphic: AAA

Second-hand truck leads to first class business

A used oil tanker truck marked the humble beginnings of Hess Corporation in 1933, and a toy truck -- given as a token of loyalty -- has become its calling card.

December 30, 2015

A used oil tanker truck marked the humble beginnings of Hess Corporation in 1933.

10 tips to ensure winter driving safety this season

The keys to being a good winter driver include adjusting vehicle speed for the conditions, running the proper tires and pressure, and balancing the trailered load.

December 30, 2015

Slick roads can make driving tricky for even experienced drivers so it is important to keep tires in good shape.

Ariens names Ginger King president of specialty brands unit

Ariens Co. has named Ginger King president of its Ariens Specialty Brands (ASB) business unit. ASB is a distributor of specialty equipment, supplies and gear, serving niche outdoor segments through direct marketing.

December 30, 2015

Snow removal and de-icing: Tips for crews, clients

If snow removal is one of the services you offer, now is the time to remind your employees of how to safely clear walkways and often-used paths for customers.

December 30, 2015

Snow should be removed as soon as possible, lest it become compacted by pedestrians.

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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.

Man operating green and yellow John Deere lawn mower on residential property with brick house and trees

John Deere refines Z700 ZTrak Mower lineup

Red and white zero-turn radius lawn mower displayed on green grass field with trees in background

Kress expands autonomous mowing lineup with new 60-inch Voyager

Two people in purple shirts holding a black and white dog at an equip 2025 event

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

Blue tracked skid steer loader clearing brush in autumn forest

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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