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How to tow trailers, equipment properly to avoid costly lawsuits

Chances are you’ve seen a trailer flipped, and the pickup towing it off the road or wrecked close by. If the driver’s lucky, it was only the trailer and pickup that got damaged. Worse case scenario: someone was killed in the trailer-towing accident. The large majority of pickup-towing-trailer accidents, whether minor or major, are directly […]

February 16, 2015

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Tips on how to purchase a backhoe loader for your business

Buying any kind of construction equipment is a large investment for all landscapers. To help with the buying process, Case Construction Equipment offered these tips on how to buy a backhoe loader. Tip 1: Ask the right questions A few of the very first questions you need to ask yourself when specing out a backhoe […]

February 13, 2015

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Ram intros chromed out 2015 1500 Laramie Limited (Photos/Video)

Love them or hate them for it, it turns out Ram was not satisfied in ceasing its exploration of new front end designs with the 2015 Rebel. After raising a few eyebrows with the reveal of the 4×4 Rebel at the Detroit Auto Show last month, Ram has stoked a full-on blaze of debate with the […]

February 13, 2015

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(Photos) Chevy unveils 2015 Colorado GearOn Special Edition at Chicago Auto Show

For landscapers needing a truck that can tackle everything from the jobsite to the weekend trips, Chevrolet introduced the 2015 Colorado GearOn Special Edition at the Chicago Auto Show this week. Set to go on sale this spring with a starting price of $31,250, the pickup is offered on LT models in extended or crew […]

February 12, 2015

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Why CTL sales are up and how to get the most out of yours

According to Equipment Data Associates numbers, compact track loaders accounted for roughly 20 percent of all financed equipment in 2014 by number of units. That’s a huge share. We asked our sources what they thought was driving these numbers. Did customers have a newfound appreciation for the inherent advantages – greater stability, lower ground pressure, […]

February 11, 2015

How to replace electric trailer brakes

Equipment trailers are a vital tool for landscapers, so having them working properly and being well-maintained is a critical part of business success. One area of trailers that dictates their usefulness and efficiency is brakes: Brakes are the biggest wear item by far, and if they aren’t maintained, some serious safety issues arise. Electric brakes […]

February 10, 2015

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Underhill adds M-180S sprinkler to Mirage long-throw line

Designed for natural and synthetic turf fields, the M-180S sports field sprinkler from Underhill includes a 177-foot-wide radius and an electric valve-in-head. The sprinkler expands the company’s Mirage long-throw line, which also includes the M-115, M-125 and the M-160. Constructed from plastic with stainless steel and brass components, the M-180S can be adjusted from 30 […]

February 10, 2015

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New bill could eliminate blended gasoline higher than 10 percent

Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act to fight EPA mandate on blended gasoline The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is working to enact legislation that would cap the amount of ethanol blended into gasoline at 10 percent and eliminate the Renewable Fuel Standard’s corn-based ethanol requirement. The “Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act” would protect consumers by repealing […]

February 9, 2015

Stihl intros battery-powered TSA 230 Cutquick cut-off machine

Stihl’s TSA 230 Cutquick introduces battery-powered cut-off machines for pros at the World of Concrete in Las Vegas. With a 36-volt lithium-ion battery, the TSA 230 provides zero-exhaust emissions, an asset for indoor jobsites and areas where gas-powered cut-off machines aren’t allowed. The saw can operate for up to 15 minutes without a depreciable loss in performance. The saw […]

February 6, 2015

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QinetiQ reveals robotic system for select construction equipment at World of Concrete

QinetiQ North America launched a commercial robotic system for select equipment. Making its World of Concrete debut on a Bobcat E35 in Las Vegas this week, the DriveRobotics system is an add-on applique kit that enables operators to convert to unmanned operations when workers may face hazardous situations. The system can be installed on both […]

February 6, 2015

Drafix releases PRO Landscape Version 21 with larger image library, detailed plant info

Adding to its landscape design software lineup, Drafix Software released PRO Landscape Version 21. With the release of Version 21, PRO Landscape is entering its third decade of providing design software for professionals. Some of the Version 21 updates include: Expanded image library Version 21 of PRO Landscape now contains more than 13,000 quality images. The updated […]

February 6, 2015

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Eyetrax Ranger Series security camera uses cellular data, real-time tracking to keep jobsites safe

Security cameras are cheap and easy to find, but most have shortcomings. The Ranger Series construction camera from Eyetrax solves these problems with three high tech improvements over standard cameras. First, the Ranger Series, shown at the World of Concrete this week, is solar powered. No external power source is needed. A 14- x 14-inch […]

February 5, 2015

Ditch Witch’s SK850 designed to dig larger trenches on compact jobsites

To help dig bigger trenches, Ditch Witch introduced the SK850 footings machine, which is designed to dig trenches up to 16 inches wide and up to 36 inches deep. The SK850 features a specialized chain and a Tier 4, 37-horsepower diesel engine. The machine is designed for tight spaces and can trench from either a […]

February 4, 2015

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Kubota releases details on SSV65, SSV75 skid steers at World of Concrete (Photos)

Some of the coolest cars in the world have gullwing doors. Kubota’s new entries into the skid steer market have something similar, a front entry door that doesn’t hinge on the side, but rather slides up and stores overhead, making ingress and egress much easier and safer. The new skid steers were Kubota’s big reveal […]

February 4, 2015

(Photos) Exmark adds two side-by-side UTVs to 2015 lineup

Adding to its product line, Exmark unveiled two side-by-side UTV models. The Exmark 500S and 700S UTVs feature dual-range automatic transmission, two- and four-wheel drive, and a tilting cargo box that can transform into a flatbed. The Continuously Variable Transmission design responds to inputs including vehicle speed, load and engine RPM in real time. The […]

February 4, 2015

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How to pick the right axle ratio for your pickup

Axle ratio. It’s one of those techy optional items buyers of new pickups ask questions about a lot. Probably more so than tow ratings and engine options. That’s because manufacturers don’t think informing buyers about axle ratio options helps sell their trucks or plays into a buyer’s ultimate decision-making process. So there’s very little, if […]

February 4, 2015

Why workers should take wood chippers seriously

Chippers are dangerous machines and getting caught usually means no escape The accident: A 33-year-old crew member is working on a two-acre jobsite early in the afternoon. The crew member is loading tree limbs into a chipper while his co-workers bring branches from around the jobsite. While the other workers are around the perimeter of […]

February 3, 2015

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Case intros skid steers, CTLs with SCR technology at World of Concrete (Photos)

As World of Concrete kicks off in Las Vegas, Nevada today, manufacturers are unveiling a variety of machines on the floor, including Case Construction Equipment. In addition to the introduction of two skid steers, the company also released Tier 4 Final skid steers and CTLs with SCL technology. SR240 and SV280 These two Tier 4 […]

February 3, 2015

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Case CE offers limited-run Metallica-inspired TV450B compact track loader

Only 25 of the TV450Bs featuring a wrap, decals and badging inspired by Metallica frontman James Hetfield's guitars and tattoos will be available.

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Weather it better: Prepare ahead for summer storms

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Cushman Hauler XL UTV gets a long bed for more hauling capacity

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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