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Bobcat releases Depth Check system for compact excavators
Bobcat compact excavator owners can now monitor operations better with the introduction of the Bobcat Depth Check system option, a grade control system. The system is available for E32, E32i, E35, E35i, E42, E45, E50 and E55 models, with either standard or long-arm iterations. The system is a kit that uses three sensors – one […]
February 3, 2015
Safety
Por quĂ© los trabajadores deberĂan tomar en serio las trituradoras de madera
Las trituradoras son máquinas peligrosas y quedar atrapado en ellas casi nunca tiene escapatoria El accidente: Un cuadrillero de 33 años está trabajando en un área de dos acres al comenzar la tarde. El trabajador está ingresando ramas de árbol en una trituradora mientras sus colegas traen ramas de toda el área de trabajo. Mientras […]
February 3, 2015
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Wiley X creates line of OSHA-grade John Deere Safety Eyewear
Wiley X has created a line of John Deere Safety Eyewear for crewmembers to use on jobsites. The line features shatterproof lenses and meets the latest ANSI Z87.1 High Velocity and High Mass Impact standards, as well as OSHA-grade protection. The John Deere Safety Eyewear includes seven models in two families – the John Deere […]
February 2, 2015
Business
Highway Products unveils pickup bed organizing system
High Products introduced a pickup pack, a custom-built work truck bed organizing system for pickup trucks. The bed provides access, lockup security and storage space for tools and cargo. The pickup pack includes two full-length lockable low-side boxes, a flat or dome center hatch, a headache rack and a removable ladder rack. When closed, the […]
February 2, 2015
Business
ICP files antitrust lawsuit against Caterpillar, Komatsu and Volvo
International Construction Products has filed an antitrust lawsuit against the three biggest names in construction equipment, accusing them of colluding to limit competition in the U.S. The suit was filed this morning in a U.S. District Court in Wilmington, Delaware, and names Caterpillar, Komatsu America and Volvo Construction Equipment North America as defendants. The suit alleges […]
January 30, 2015
Business
Gas buyers beware: Select North Carolina Sheetz stations to offer E15 in 2015
According to BoatUS, the Altoona, Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain Sheetz announced on Jan. 21 that it would offer E15 fuel – gas containing up to 15 percent ethanol – at 60 of their North Carolina locations beginning in early 2015. Boat Owners Association of The United States believes that could be a problem for recreational […]
January 30, 2015
Business
Aluminum-bodied 2015 Ford F-150 put to test with sledgehammer
From the outset, quite a few folks have questioned the durability of the 2015 Ford F-150’s aluminum body. That was obviously something we wanted to ask folks in our industry about to which they replied with the exact opposite response. The construction professionals we talked to said years of experience with aluminum dump truck bodies had […]
January 28, 2015
Business
Toro unveils 500, 700 EFI gas-powered utility vehicles
The Toro Company has launched two gas-powered electronic fuel injection utility vehicles. The 500 EFI and 700 EFI will be available this spring and support more than 40 different accessories. The models feature four-wheel-drive and can hold up to three people for transportation. Additionally, the models can be customized with accessories including windshields, cabs, plow […]
January 28, 2015
Business
How to shovel snow, ice safely this season
When snow blowers can’t be used and snowplows are just too big, it’s time for landscapers to pull out the snow shovel. However, it’s important to remember the proper safety procedures crewmembers need to follow to make sure they’re not seriously injured on the job. The Grounds Guys have put together a few tips on […]
January 28, 2015
Business
GM releases 2015 Chevy Silverado Midnight, GMC Sierra Elevation
If you thought General Motors was done introducing new, all-black special edition pickups for 2015, you were wrong. Joining the GMC Canyon Nightfall are the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado Midnight and the new GMC Sierra Elevation edition. First up is the Sierra Elevation, which actually comes in three colors other than black, none of which, however, […]
January 27, 2015
Business
Study shows pickup owners want better fuel economy, MPG ratings
Pickup buyers’ desire for better fuel economy significantly increased over the past five years. Even though the price of gas and diesel has dropped considerably over the past year, buyers looking at new pickups still use MPG as a major selling point. A study by TrueCar found that today’s full-sized pickup truck buyer has grown […]
January 27, 2015
Business
How to stay balanced while towing heavy equipment
Placing equipment in the right location on the trailer is critical to keeping within factory towing guidelines for tongue-weight. One of the biggest mistakes pickup owners make in towing is exceeding the truck’s hitch tongue weight. This leads to overloading the truck’s rear suspension, creating significant handling, braking and potentially serious business liability issues. Moving […]
January 26, 2015
Business
Hunter releases updated STK-6V for synthetic turf irrigation
To help turf irrigation, Hunter Industries introduced the STK-6V, a redesigned version of its existing synthetic turf irrigation system to help clean and cool synthetic sports turf. In the updated model, the rotor hangs from an adjustable bracket within the vault for adjustment to meet grade, and adjustable stands support the manifold, eliminating the need […]
January 26, 2015
Business
Maintenance 101: How to maintain UTVs through winter weather
UTV uptime all about reading owner’s manual and having a plan. Winter wreaks havoc on the rolling stock you use for work, whether it’s the truck that tows the trailer, the trailer that hauls the equipment or the equipment itself. Landscapers typically take time to care for their trucks and equipment when it comes to regular […]
January 23, 2015
Business
5 technologies to help improve customer service
As a landscaping business, keeping your customers happy needs to be one of your primary goals. Your business will spread as quickly as possible when you have happy customers telling people about you. As a landscaper in this day and age, there are numerous pieces of technology that can help you improve customer service, run […]
January 22, 2015
Business
Laguna redesigns series of Pressure Flo Filters for ponds
To help keep ponds looking pristine, Laguna has redesigned its series of Pressure Flo Filters. The high-pressure, 1,000-4,000-gallon UV filters are designed to clean ponds. The redesigned filters include improved UV bulbs (13 to 36 watts) to help kill algae and eliminate green water. An LED indicator shows when the lamp is running. The Pressure […]
January 22, 2015
Business
Midi-Postmaster designed for mini-excavators, can drive posts up to 8-inches in diameter
Designed for small excavators, the Autoguide Midi-Postmaster Post Driver from Seago International is designed to install driving posts accurately. The Midi-Post Master works best with 2.5- to 5-ton mini-excavators (flow rate of 9-12 GPM) and will drive posts up to 8-inches in diameter. Weighing in at 430 pounds, the model delivers 13,500 foot-pounds of downforce […]
January 21, 2015
Business
4 common mistakes landscapers make when adding vinyl wraps to pickups
Landscaping companies are always trying to figure out the best way to gain more business in the competitive industry. One advertising avenue is using the company’s own vehicles as rolling billboards. Using vinyl vehicle wraps is one solution, but doing so effectively takes care and creativity to get the most out of the investment. JMR Graphics says owners thinking […]
January 20, 2015
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