Author: LM Staff

LM StaffJul 31, 2018

FX Luminaire added five new midgrade brass fixtures to its product lineup. The new models—the constructed C-UL up light, compact C-PL-4 and larger C-PL-7 path lights, C-WW wall wash and C-DL down light—are contemporary, organic fixtures designed for coastal environments because brass resists corrosion caused by salty air and dissolved minerals. “These fixtures allow contractors […]

LM StaffJul 31, 2018

Aspire Software Co., a provider of landscape business management software, will unveil its latest version, Aspire V4.1, on March 1. According to Aspire, the new version provides improved user interface features and added functions, including: Equipment tracking, allowing crews and operations managers to track usage and manage shop service requests from their phones; Electronic client […]

LM StaffFeb 14, 2018

Boston-based regional trade show New England Grows is ceasing operations. The Grows board of directors, representing the four founding partner organizations, unanimously decided to dissolve and disband both the event and its nonprofit organization. “The decision to dissolve New England Grows was difficult, but we all believe it is the right decision at the right […]

LM StaffJul 31, 2018

Hunter Industries presented FloGuard, a feature for select Pro-Spray PRS models that reduces the flow of water as soon as a missing nozzle is detected. It’s designed to save water and prevent landscape erosion, according to Hunter. “FloGuard is a simple yet powerful tool that shields landscapes from the destructive consequences of missing nozzles,” said […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

The board of directors for the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) elected two new members at a meeting in Miami, Fla. The two newly elected members are Mark Wagner, president of Club Car and Joseph C. Wright, president and CEO of Excel Industries. Officers for 2017-2018 are: OPEI Chair—Daniel T. Ariens, chairman and CEO, Ariens […]

LM StaffMar 19, 2021

The Plant Concierge, a landscape company based in Texas, became the newest LandOpt contractor by acquiring exclusive license rights to the Dallas territory. The Plant Concierge started in 2007 as a residential interior plant service. In 2009 it transitioned to a full-service landscape company. Owner Thomas Fancher has more than 20 years of experience in […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

Target Specialty Products launched a complete line of professional turf fertilizers under the brand names Turf Fuel G and TS Pro. Both lines will leverage Scotts Pro technology and exclusive co-branding. “Our new Turf Fuel G and TS Pro product lines will offer customers the best solutions tailored for professional turf applications,” said Todd Ferguson, president […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

Bobcat Co. expanded its R-Series excavator lineup with the new E85, the largest machine in the company’s compact excavator family. The 8.5-ton E85 features the same design and other cab upgrades as the E32 and E35 R-Series compact excavators that were introduced in 2017. It shares the same Bobcat, turbo-charged diesel engine technology—that does not […]

LM StaffNov 10, 2023

The National Association of Landscape Professionals annual collegiate career event and competition, the National Collegiate Landscape Competition, will take place March 14-17, at Alamance Community College in North Carolina. The event was formerly known as Student Career Days. This year, more than 750 horticulture and landscape students from more than 60 schools will test their […]

LM StaffFeb 6, 2018

Exmark introduced the next generation of its patented RED Technology, which is available in both gasoline- and diesel-powered options for the first time. “RED Technology works with the electronic fuel injection and e-governor technologies to increase engine responsiveness and reduce governor droop, so it can more quickly adapt to changing mowing conditions,” said Jamie Briggs, […]

LM StaffAug 8, 2018

PBI-Gordon Corp. has developed a nonphenoxy, “three-way” herbicide, soon to be branded SwitchBlade. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s registration for the herbicide is pending. SwitchBlade will feature three active ingredients: halauxifen-methyl, fluroxypyr and dicamba. Testing has shown that, when combined, these active ingredients will provide extended postemergence control of 34 broadleaf weeds—including clover, dandelion and plantain, […]

LM StaffNov 10, 2023

The Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC) is the first state association to partner with the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) in support of the Industry Growth Initiative (IGI), NALP’s program responsible for growing the industry and its workforce. ALCC has committed $15,000 in seed money toward the initiative, with a goal of raising […]

LM StaffJul 30, 2018

Graham Spray Equipment expanded its offerings with a new, fully enclosed box truck. The 18-foot truck gives lawn care companies the ability to treat properties up to 10 weeks longer, according to Graham. “When temperatures dip, chemicals often don’t mix up or spray as well, and that determines when a company stops spraying for the […]

LM StaffJul 30, 2018

Blue Thumb, headquartered in Saginaw, Mich., added to its Artisan Triple Fountain Series with the release of the White Grey Fountain ABART1600. The fountain kit features three polished marble towers with heights of 18, 24 and 30 inches, respectively. The easy-to-install kit comes with an Achelous Basin Reservoir, a  mag-drive pump that features a flow […]

LM StaffNov 10, 2023

The National Association of Landscape Professionals is rolling out Landscape Career Day, a nationwide program to bring attention to the careers that exist within the lawn and landscape profession. As part of the initiative, NALP is encouraging industry companies to host events at their company and within their communities that showcase industry careers and highlight the many […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

The Irrigation Association (IA) opened registration for the 2018 Irrigation Association Washington, D.C., Fly-in on March 6-7. The event, beginning at 8:30 a.m. on March 6 and ending at 5:00 p.m. on March 7, will be held in conjunction with the National Ground Water Association and the Water Quality Association during the Water Resources Congressional […]

LM StaffJul 30, 2018

Briggs & Stratton Commercial Power unveiled the 6.5-gross hp Vanguard 200 engine, the first in a complete line of single-cylinder, horizontal-shaft commercial gasoline engines, spanning from 5 to 13 gross hp. The engines are capable of powering equipment such as aerators, sod cutters and small trenchers. “For decades, manufacturers have been modifying old designs,” said Jim Cross, marketing […]

LM StaffJan 9, 2023

Exmark unveiled its 2018 Lazer Z Diesel commercial zero-turn riding mower. “The Lazer Z Diesel is the right tool to make quick work of the largest, toughest jobs,” said Daryn Walters, director of marketing for Exmark. “Capable of mowing in excess of 10 acres per hour, the 96-inch model is the most productive diesel mower Exmark […]

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

Kubota Tractor Corp. introduced the new KX033-4 compact excavator with an extendable dipper arm and the U27-4 tight tail swing compact excavator. KX033-4 compact excavator with extendable dipper arm Kubota’s new KX033-4 compact excavator with an extendable dipper arm is a new configuration to the existing KX033-4 compact excavator within Kubota’s popular KX Series. “The extendable dipper […]