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Cub Cadet mowers now feature Briggs & Stratton’s electric starter engines
Cub Cadet mowers now include Briggs & Stratton’s InStart electric starter engines. The lithium-ion technology, combined with a proprietary starting system, is designed to fully charge in one hour, up to 75 starts, with a longer lasting battery. With the 10 minute rapid restart option, the charge should hold for 20 starts. The engine requires no […]
March 2, 2015
Business
Hitachi releases new compact excavators ZX17U-5 and ZX26U-5
Hitachi has released the ZX17U-5 and the ZX26U-5 compact excavators. They are the smallest in the Hitachi line, but both excavators have a range of features to boost efficiency and productivity, including a variable width undercarriage and foldable blade on the ZX17U-5, and a swing boom and foldable travel pedals on the ZX26U-5. Both Dash-5 machines […]
March 2, 2015
Business
Pasadena, California unveils first “green-zone” park in the U.S.
South Pasadena, California has the first “green zone” city park in the United States. All of the landscaping equipment is battery-electric, so they’re 100 percent gas and emissions free. American Green Zone Alliance founder Dan Mabe spent two years working with the city and manufacturers such as Stihl and Mean Green Mowers. Stihl […]
March 2, 2015
Business
Vermeer’s new SC40TX stump cutter includes stand-on platform (Photos)
The new SC40TX stump cutter from Vermeer features a stand-on platform instead of the traditional self-propelled design. Landscapers can select one of two dedicated positions when operating the machine. Vermeer says the platform will not only improve operator comfort, but also allow them to maneuver the cutter faster and tackle more difficult terrain. With a hydraulic ground drive and […]
March 2, 2015
Business
Global Sales Group releases EZ oil drain valve
Global Sales Group has made the EZ oil drain valve available in stainless steel. The valve is used in Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tanks. The EZ valve is available in many thread sizes and uses a ball valve design. A new feature is the lock nut, which allows more precise positioning when installing. The stainless steel version of the […]
February 27, 2015
Business
Turfco’s T3100 spreader and sprayer provides 33-gallon capacity, increased spray area
The T3100 spreader and sprayer from Turfco is the latest addition to the company’s lineup and includes an optional 3-in-1 tank, bringing the spray capacity up to 33 gallons. The 3-in-1 acts as an auxiliary tank, so two separate liquids can be sprayed without changing equipment. The spray area is increased from 72,000 square feet […]
February 26, 2015
Business
Vermeer unveils CTX50 mini skid steer designed for renters
Vermeer has designed a mini skid steer, the CTX50, particularly for landscaping renters. The vertical lift arms allow for a lift height of 72 inches. The CTX50 has a 600-pound ISO-rated operating capacity and a 1,715-pound tipping capacity. The Kohler Command Pro electronic fuel-injected gasoline engine generates 25 horsepower and has a four-pump hydraulic system. Two […]
February 26, 2015
Business
Toro, Topcon plan GPS-guided sprayer for summer 2015
Toro and Topcon Positioning Group are partnering up to develop a GPS-guided sprayer, scheduled for release this summer. The project will start with the Toro Multi Pro 5800 and move to other sprayers in the future. This partnership will expand Toro’s TopNetlive network, a subscription-based service offering real-time GIS mapping and other correction data using the […]
February 26, 2015
Business
(Photos) Deere releases 17G, 26G compact excavators
In a continuation of the G-Series upgrades that started in 2013, John Deere has released the 26G and 17G compact excavators, showing off the 26G at The Rental Show this week. Deere will start production of new units in March. While directed toward the rental market, the straightforward machine, which is the second smallest compact […]
February 26, 2015
Business
7 tips on how to finance equipment this spring
Spring is right around the corner, and landscapers are taking a second look at their fleets to make sure they’re ready for the busy season. One thing to consider is financing or leasing equipment to help manage a fleet and cash flow. Here are seven tips for financing equipment from John Deere: Identify your equipment […]
February 26, 2015
Business
DitchWitch releases MV800 vacuum excavator to help on jobsites
The MV800 is the latest piece of equipment from Ditch Witch. The vacuum excavator is designed for horizontal directional drilling cleanup. It features a 31-horsepower Briggs & Stratton Vanguard gas engine, with an electric start and remote air-intake filter. The filtration system includes an integrated carryover chamber for preventing contaminants from reaching the blower. There’s an […]
February 25, 2015
Business
Case unveils 580N EP, part of new Tier-4 Final backhoe line
Case Construction Equipment has added Tier-4 Final backhoes to their line, including the lower-horsepower version of the 580N backhoe – the 580N EP. The 580N EP uses Case’s particulate matter catalyst – a combination of a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) and a high-efficiency flow-through filter. Introduced at the Rental Show in New Orleans, the 74-horsepower […]
February 25, 2015
Business
Toro adds several mowers to equipment rental lineup
Adding to its aerators, seeders and power rake dethatcher, Toro is now including a variety of mowers to its rental lineup. Below are the included mowers: 22-inch walk-behind mowers – Personal Pace, and Personal Pace with the integrated Blade Stop System 21-inch commercial walk-behind mowers 30-inch TurfMaster 36-inch T-Bar floating deck gear drive mid-size walk-behind […]
February 25, 2015
Business
(Video) Toro adds Dingo TX 1000 compact utility loader to lineup
Say hello to Toro’s new compact utility loader, the Dingo TX 1000. It features a rated operating capacity of more than 1,000 pounds. The narrow-track model weight-to-power ratio is 2,610 pounds, and the wide track is 2,790 pounds. The loader’s engine puts out 24 gross horsepower at 2,600 rpm with its Kubota 1305 liquid-cooled diesel […]
February 24, 2015
Landscaping equipment
Classen intros HSC18 Pro Sod Cutter at New Orleans’ Rental Show
Classen introduced a simpler sod cutter system at Monday’s Rental Show in New Orleans. The HSC18 Pro Sod Cutter is designed to be a simpler experience for transporting and cutting sod. There are two size options for the HSC18 – 52 inch and 55 inch. The cutting blade, located in the bottom center, clocks in at […]
February 24, 2015
Landscaping equipment
Morbark to begin production on Boxer 900HD mini skid steer in April
First introduced at the TCI Expo in Connecticut, Morbark’s Boxer 900HD will be showcased at the ARA Rental Show this week in New Orleans. Set to start rolling off the production line in April, the Boxer 900HD has been in development for two years. Here are some key features of the 900HD: 35 percent SAE […]
February 23, 2015
Business
(Video) 2015 Ford F-150 now includes a snow-plow prep kit
The 2015 Ford F-150 now has an optional snow-plow prep kit, the first among light-duty trucks, according to the manufacturer. The option is $50 (plow not included) with the 5.0-liter, V-8 model. Regular, SuperCab and SuperCrew have this available addition. Watch it in action in the video below:
February 23, 2015
Business
Should you use alternative fuels for your fleet?
Alternative fuels. How do you figure out if making the change from gas or diesel pickups is the right move for your business? Todd Mouw, the vice president of sales and marketing at Roush Clean Tech, which focuses on propane “autogas” vehicles, tells potential customers to focus on these five factors: 1. Total cost of ownership. […]
February 23, 2015
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