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Snowblower safety tips
Snow season is here, and it’s time to dust off the snow blowers once again. However, have you updated your crews on the latest safety instructions when it comes to winter equipment?
December 6, 2013
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Dos & Don’ts for Better Fuel Economy
Getting the biggest bang for your buck seems to be a determining factor when it comes to purchasing a pickup truck for landscapers. However, there are a lot of things landscapers can do to help fuel economy other than just buying the best out there.
December 4, 2013
Landscaping equipment
Tips 9 & 10: Dos & Don’ts for Better Fuel Economy
Don’t drive over 65mph. MPG falls exponentially as vehicle speed increases above 65mph. Changing your driving habits is one. Drive slower and drive smoother; a lighter right foot is a sure way to help minimize those annual fuel bills. Do run synthetic lubricants in engine and differentials. Synthetics reduce drag of moving parts.
December 4, 2013
Landscaping equipment
Tips 7 & 8: Dos & Don’ts for Better Fuel Economy
Don’t add a winch or heavy duty bumper. Both add more weight and increase aero drag. Do add a cold-air intake and cat- or turbo-back exhaust. A better breathing engine is more efficient.
December 4, 2013
Landscaping equipment
Tips 5 & 6: Dos & Don’ts for Better Fuel Economy
Don’t add taller/wider tires. Bigger tires add weight and increase aero drag. Do drive with a light right foot. Hard acceleration kills fuel economy.
December 4, 2013
Landscaping equipment
Tips 3 & 4: Dos & Don’ts for Better Fuel Economy
Don’t add a lift kit. Lifting the truck increases the aerodynamic profile, creating more drag. Do add a tonneau cover. Covering the bed improves the aerodynamics.
December 4, 2013
Landscaping equipment
Tips 1 & 2: Dos & Don’ts for Better Fuel Economy
Don’t add weight. Increased vehicle weight decreases MPG. The harsh truth is simply this: Most of the upgrades we make to our pickups to improve their efficiency and performance in the work place hurt fuel economy. Do keep tire pressures at vehicle recommended psi. Under-inflated tires hurt MPG. Under-inflated tires give fuel economy a hit; for every 1psi all four […]
December 4, 2013
Business
Echo Unveils Chainsaws with Tool-Less Chain Tensioning
Echo’s latest CS-370F and CS-400F feature the FasTension Tool-less Chain Tensioning System.
December 3, 2013
Business
Vermeer Intros Dual-Fuel Brush Chipper
Vermeer has introduced a brush chipper with a unique element – a dual-fuel option.
December 3, 2013
Business
Central Turf & Irrigation Supply to Partner with PermaGreen
Central Turf & Irrigation Supply has plans to expand. The company’s equipment division has recently established a distribution partnership with PermaGreen.
December 3, 2013
Business
How To Store Mowers Through Cold Season
Many landscapers are beginning to put away mowers for the season, but forgetting a few key steps could be detrimental in a few months.
December 3, 2013
Business
Kawasaki to Begin Production on Short Block Engine Assemblies
Starting this month, the Engines and Power Products Division of Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. will be making short block engine assemblies for its FS and FX engine series units.
December 2, 2013
Business
How to run a successful snow-removal business
A successful snow removal business can help a landscaper’s year-round cash flow, but there’s more to it than just pushing the white stuff out of the way.
December 2, 2013
Business
SHD-60 Air Compressor Sees Upgrade
American Eagle Accessories Group has updated the SHD-60 hydraulic drive truck-mounted air compressor for improved installation, maintenance and serviceability.
November 29, 2013
Business
How To Calculate Compact Excavator Owning & Operating Costs
People who work with big equipment have a saying: “You can be going broke in this business and not know it for six months.”
November 29, 2013
Business
B3C Announces Fuel Life Technology, Company Expansion
B3C Fuel Solutions has introduced Fuel Life Technolog, as well as announced the expansion of its Conway, South Carolina-based busines.
November 27, 2013
Business
i-Guard to Help Protect Against Equipment Theft
Strattec Security Corporation has released i-Guard. i-Guard is an anti-theft product that has been designed for the construction, fleet and rental equipment industries.
November 27, 2013
Business
Ford 2014 F-150 to Offer Ability to Run on Compressed Natural Gas
Ford has officially started production on the 2014 F-150 with the ability to run on compressed natural gas.
November 27, 2013
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