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TCIA reports 92 fatal tree care incidents in ’16

The Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) recorded 153 tree care-related occupational incidents in calendar year 2016. Ninety-two of them were fatal, compared with 79 in 2013, 81 in 2014 and 87 in 2015. The association compiles this data from media accounts of accidents. Less “newsworthy” accidents are less likely to be recorded, TCIA says. TCIA […]

Howard Fertilizer releases Polyworx slow release line

Howard Fertilizer & Chemical Co. launched the Polyworx line of fertilizers, featuring the polymer coating technology GAL-XeOne. Available to golf courses and professional lawn care operators throughout the southeast U.S., Polyworx is formulated to emit a gradual and controlled release of nutrients into the soil. Polyworx performs effectively in a variety of weather conditions and […]

Aspire gets an update

The Aspire Software Co., a landscape business management software firm, released version 3.2. This release is the first of four updates planned for 2017. The new version is available to all users. It features: Outlook Exchange and Google Gmail recurring appointment synchronization; Enhancements for construction estimating, purchasing and inventory management; and Additional month-end financials reporting […]

Keysoft to host landscape design webinar series

Keysoft Landscape, part of Keysoft Solutions, which provides AutoCAD-based software KeyScape LandCadd, introduced a monthly webinar program designed to provide insights on technological issues facing landscape architects. In addition to, the program will discuss the ways to maximize productivity, improve accuracy and increase creativity while using AutoCAD, the company said. The series will be lead by Nate Qualls, […]

Kohler acquires English company Clarke Energy

Kohler Power Group, a manufacturer of engines and power generation systems, acquired Clarke Energy from Liverpool, England. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Clarke Energy’s end-to-end capabilities are very highly regarded around the world and the company’s products and services are an excellent fit within our existing power systems business,” said David Kohler, president […]

DeWalt expands FlexVolt System lineup

DeWalt expanded its FlexVolt System with an outdoor power equipment lineup that features a battery that automatically changes voltage when the user changes tools. The lineup will include a new chainsaw, handheld blower and string trimmer, which all feature the new FlexVolt 60-volt Max 3.0Ah battery—rather than the 9.0Ah used with the 20-volt Max tools. The […]

SiteOne acquires Atlanta-area distributor

The acquisitions continue for SiteOne Landscape Supply. The ever-expanding distributor acquired Stone Forest Materials in Kennesaw, Ga., which has one location and distributes hardscape products. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Stone Forest is a terrific fit with SiteOne as they are the clear market leader in the Atlanta, Ga., market for hardscape products,” said […]

SiteOne opens first distribution center, announces plans for two more

SiteOne Landscape Supply opened its first regional distribution center Feb. 2 in Fairburn, Ga. The 193,000-square-foot facility is the first of three planned distribution centers. “The addition of our first distribution center is a big step forward in delivering on our company vision,” said Doug Black, CEO of SiteOne. The centers will provide logistical support to the […]

NALP revamps safe company program

The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) revamped its national safety program for landscape and lawn care companies. The new program, called the Safe Company Program, is designed to help companies reduce injuries and acknowledge professionals who demonstrate a commitment to workplace safety. As the first step in the program, participants are asked to sign a […]

NHLA professional development program heads to Miami

The National Hispanic Landscape Alliance (NHLA), in partnership with Ellen Ely of Landscape Training Solutions, will host its Train the Trainer program March 26-29 in Miami. The educational program is designed to increase awareness and assessment skills, enhance the understanding of diverse learning styles and training techniques and elevate participant presentation skills. “Part of our […]

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Efficiency Tip: Separate for success

For more than a decade, Mazelis Landscape Contracting has operated with the mindset that it’s more efficient and profitable to leave landscape bed maintenance to a dedicated crew. “Mowing crews mow only; bed maintenance crews tend to beds either monthly or bimonthly,” says Stephen Mazelis, owner of the Nesconset, N.Y.-based company. “We’ve done it both […]

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Step by Step: How to turn landscape waste into compost

Many landscape jobs produce green waste contractors must dispose. Compost is one way to manage those grass clippings, tree trimmings, leaves and other debris. Compost needs a combination of “green” material—grass clippings, green leaves and vegetable scraps—to produce nitrogen and “brown” material—dead leaves, branches and wood chips—to produce carbon. Compost also needs water. Microorganisms, which […]

New podcast series aims to provide expert analysis on water issues

The Irrigation Association (IA) launched a new podcast series, titled “Bringing Water to Life” (BWTL). The BWTL podcast series works to address questions that many have about water, including information about state and federal programs focusing on water. The inaugural episode features a conversation on the water cycle and water use in America. The weekly […]

PBI-Gordon, Kumiai and Ihara partner on new active ingredient

PBI-Gordon Corp. has entered into an exclusive partnership with Kumiai Chemical Industry Co. and Ihara Chemical Industry Co. of Tokyo, Japan, to develop herbicides containing the new, proprietary active ingredient pyrimisulfan. To be marketed under the Vexis brand name, the herbicide active ingredient will be formulated for use in established cool- and warm-season turfgrass species […]

Companies in the News: Toro mower giveaway winner receives zero-turn mower, Greenworks opens North American headquarters and more from Wright, Ariens, Pinnacle V, Spring-Green

Edward Smith of Smith Lawn Service in Booneville, Miss., winner of Toro’s 2016 GIE+EXPO mower giveaway, received his new Z Master zero-turn mower. The Z Master Professional 6000 Series model features a 34-hp Kohler Command Pro EFI 999cc engine with Horizon Technology, and a 72-inch Turbo Force cutting deck. “I was pretty shocked when I […]

Camso launches two skid-steer tires

Camso, formerly Camoplast Solideal, launched two new skid-steer tires. The Camso SKS 753 provides versatility and optimal durability on mixed and hard surfaces, while the Camso SKS 532 delivers superior traction on soft soil surfaces, the company said. “We believe productivity and profitability can be maximized when you choose the right tire for your application,” […]

Yardmax launches power wheelbarrow, track barrow line

Yardmax introduced a new line of all-terrain power dumpers. Products in the new line include a power track barrow with hydraulic assist, power track barrow with gas shock assist in hopper or flatbed styles, and a power wheelbarrow. Yardmax standard features include solid-steel parts; all-terrain, heavy-duty wheels and tracks; and Briggs & Stratton engines. Yardmax […]

Jeffrey Scott to host free webinar on strategic planning

Landscape industry consultant Jeffrey Scott and AmericanHort are partnering to put on a free webinar Feb. 7 at 1 p.m. Eastern to help green industry companies learn how to develop a strategic plan that will lead to success. The webinar, titled “Strategic Planning for Transformational Success,” will show attendees how to gain their team’s buy-in, […]

Study: 34% of landscapers will consider propane mowers

More than a third of commercial landscapers are considering propane to power their equipment fleets, according to a recent survey commissioned by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC). Specifically, the survey found that 34 percent of landscape contractors answered they were somewhat or very likely to purchase a propane mower within the next three […]

AmericanHort unveils Cultivate keynote speaker, education topics

AmericanHort’s Cultivate’17 event will be headlined by keynote speaker Jon Gordon. Gordon is a business management expert and author. The Sunday morning keynote will focus on lessons from Gordon’s bestseller “The Energy Bus.” Businesses are looking for new ways to overcome challenges and adversity that are present in every workplace. “The Energy Bus” outlines Gordon’s […]

Super Bright LEDs releases flexible LED filament bulbs

Super Bright LEDs, an online retailer for LED lights, now offers flexible filament LED bulbs. The LED bulbs have quad-loop, spiral, and heart-shaped COB LEDs that mimic the look of carbon filament bulbs. They’re available in G25 and T14 shapes with standard E26/E27 medium screw bases. The decorative light bulbs can be used for antique […]

Efficiency Tip: Paperless productivity

The reason Clean Scapes in Austin, Texas, wanted to move away from paper-based purchase order processing was twofold. “For one, we knew paper printing was very costly,” says Travis Dyer, director of technology. “But also, if our managers are back in the office for the sole reason of doing paperwork, they aren’t doing real work. […]

SiteOne acquires Chicago-area distributor

SiteOne Landscape Supply acquired Aspen Valley Landscape Supply. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “We are very excited to welcome Aspen Valley Landscape Supply to the SiteOne team,” said Doug Black, CEO of SiteOne Landscape Supply. “Aspen Valley is a leader in hardscapes and landscape supplies in the Chicago market. Their talented and tenured […]

Bobcat unveils forestry cutter attachment

Bobcat released its 70-inch forestry cutter attachment, which it said features up to 17 percent more mulching production. The attachment is approved for use with M2-Series compact track loaders—T750, T770 and T870—and the S850 skid-steer loader. An additional 400-pound counterweight is required when using the 70-inch model with T750 and T770 compact track loaders. Approved skid-steer and compact […]

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