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News roundup: Western Products, Pro-Tech back veterans group
Gas prices continue to fall and Bayer Environmental Science has launched a new Twitter handle to reach the ornamentals market. Click to read these stories and more.
June 21, 2016
The custom-designed snowplows from Western Products and Pro-Tech will be raffled off at the Snow and Ice Symposium June 22-24 in Providence, Rhode Island. Photo: Western Products
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Product roundup: Geo-Boy tractor moves beyond right-of-way jobs
The Geo-Boy Brush Cutter Tractor is being used by other industries and Stihl invests research and development in advancing battery technology. Click to see more.
June 20, 2016
The Geo-Boy tractor has caught the eye of companies that clear land and handle site preparation. Photo: Jarraff Industries
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2017 Honda Ridgeline leaps into truck bed challenge
Another automaker steps up to the truck bed challenge, as 800 pounds of concrete blocks are dumped into the bed of the 2017 Honda Ridgeline. Click to read more.
June 20, 2016
Not to be forgotten as Chevrolet and Ford fight it out on social media, Honda rented a skid steer to dump 800 pounds of rough-cut concrete blocks onto the bed of a Ridgeline pickup. Photo: Honda
Business
Husqvarna courts tree-care professionals with new discount program
Husqvarna is offering a discount program for commercial tree-care companies, the Arborist Fleet program. Click to read more details on qualifying equipment.
June 17, 2016
This 550XP chainsaw is among those included in Husqvarna’s discount program for arborists.
Business
Armed felon steals landscaper’s trailer in broad daylight
A pair of thieves in Georgia made off with a Chevrolet Silverado belonging to a landscape worker who was in the backyard. Click to read how the two were caught.
June 17, 2016
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Chevrolet responds to criticism of its F-150 puncture test
It's a battle for the ages, as the Chevrolet Silverado and Ford F-150 go head to head with puncture tests comparing the two. Click to read more on the challenge.
June 17, 2016
The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado has its share of aluminum, a GM spokesman says, including the hood, engine block and heads, but not the bed. Photo: Chevrolet
Business
John Deere intros 324E skid steer with improved controls, cab
The John Deere 324E skid steer is powered by a 74-horsepower engine and packs the performance of larger models. Click to read all of the specs on the E-Series.
June 17, 2016
The 324E is the latest addition to John Deere’s compact track loader lineup. Photo: John Deere
Business
News roundup: TurfMutt renewed and he’s headed back to CBS
TurfMutt, a series for kids, has been renewed by CBS and Toro debuts a newsletter geared toward turf maintenance. Click to read more in landscaping news.
June 16, 2016
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Business
Here’s a handy schedule for maintaining commercial mowers
The key to keeping your landscaping company busy is preventative maintenance. Click for tips from John Deere to keep your mowing equipment in shape year round.
June 16, 2016
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Business
True commitment to safety means taking sunburn seriously
Sun exposure comes with the territory in landscaping. Click to read tips on preventing sun burn and skin cancer, along with advice from OSHA on keeping workers safe.
June 16, 2016
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Extra caution needed to avoid swarming bee season
Swarming is a natural part of reproduction in honey bee colonies. Click to read why they do, what to do if you see a swarm, and how to avoid and treat a bee sting.
June 16, 2016
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Loftness introduces new mulching head attachment for skid steers
Loftness Specialized Equipment has introduced the Carbide Cutter G4, the latest mulching head attachment for skid steers. Click to read more on just what it can do.
June 15, 2016
The Carbide Cutter G4 features a two-stage cutting chamber with two shear bars. Photo: Loftness Specialized Equipment
Business
City mulls restricting hours landscape workers can operate
An Illinois community is considering limiting hours for landscape workers due to noise complaints from residents. Click to read more on the proposed ordinance.
June 14, 2016
Council members have received a number of complaints from residents about the noise caused by landscaping equipment. Photo: GreenPal
Business
News roundup: House panel delays DHS budget markup to June 22
Grasshopper Co., manufacturer of zero turn mowers, has won the Dealer’s Choice Award. Click to read this story, H-2B news and more in landscaping.
June 14, 2016
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UTV: The workhorse landscape contractors sometimes overlook
UTVs offer a lot of truck-like value in a compact unit, and landscape contractors should consider the purchase. Click for tips make the buying process easy.
June 14, 2016
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Case, CNH help Victory Garden Blitz volunteers break record
Case Construction Equipment and parent company CNH Industrial, donated a skid steer to the annual Victory Garden Blitz helping the installation of 555 gardens.
June 13, 2016
Victory Garden Blitz volunteers celebrate a record effort in 2016, bringing the total number of gardens installed to more than 3,000 since the program began. Photo: Case Construction Equipment
Business
Landscape people: Ruppert Landscape names chief financial officer
Click here to read the latest landscaping industry news. In this edition of the People Roundup, we cover Ruppert Landscape, Heads Up Landscaping and more!
June 13, 2016
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GM reveals front-end design for 2017 Silverado HD, Sierra HD
GM is drumming up excited for the 2017 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Denali HD models by showing off an enticing front-end design refresh. Click to read more.
June 10, 2016
The 2017 Chevrolet Silverado HD features an all-new, patented air intake system. Marked by a dramatic hood scoop, the system drives cool, dry air into the engine for sustained performance and cooler air temperatures during difficult driving conditions. Photo: Chevrolet
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