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Landscape Management's staff brings together collective experience in journalism, research, writing, and editing. Our team stays tapped into the pulse of the industry, covering a wide range topics with a commitment to delivering compelling stories and high-quality content.

Underhill adds sprinkler removal tool

Underhill International unveiled Easy Out, the first sprinkler removal tool that doesn’t require digging, the company said. Easy Out fits all major brands and can be used to replace a broken sprinkler, add a fitting to increase height, cap off unwanted heads or convert heads to drip line. The Easy Out kit includes an alignment […]

IA releases drought report

The Irrigation Association (IA) released the Drought Summit Discussion Report and Recommendations. The document provides a summary of a summit discussion on droughts and policy and program recommendations. In November, IA hosted a Drought Summit in conjunction with the 2015 Irrigation Show & Education Conference in Long Beach, Calif. Industry experts discussed the irrigation industry’s […]

MSU landscape architecture students win national design challenge

Undergraduate and graduate landscape architecture students from Mississippi State University (MSU) won the 2015-16 Come Alive Outside Design Challenge. Now in its third year, the competition challenged students from MSU, Auburn University, Hinds Community College and Louisiana State University to design an outdoor spot that would help the Memphis Catholic Middle School and High School […]

Project EverGreen selects officers, board members

Project EverGreen selected its 2016 officers and board of directors. “Project EverGreen is fortunate to have such a talented and dedicated group of professionals serve on our board,” says Cindy Code, executive director of Project EverGreen. “Their depth of experience and passion for managed green spaces are a great benefit not only to our foundation, […]

Efco adds two new distributors

Comet USA added Power Equipment Co. & WCS Distributing as distributors for its outdoor power equipment brand, Efco. Power Equipment Co. is located in Cortland, Ill., and will represent Efco in Illinois and Indiana. WCS Distributing is located in San Bernardino, Calif., and will be responsible for Efco in California, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Utah, New […]

Pro Landscape releases 1st landscape design CAD for iPad

Drafix Software’s landscape design CAD for iPad is now available in its Pro Landscape Companion app. The new CAD component allows users to measure and design the site in a scaled drawing on the tablet. Users can then transfer the design to the computer for additional work. “One of the frustrating parts for landscape designers […]

Central Turf & Irrigation opens store on Long Island

Central Turf & Irrigation Supply opened a new store in Copiague, N.Y. The store, located at 20 Marconi Blvd., offers delivery service throughout the area for professional landscape, lawn care and irrigation contractors. The store will be open during the landscaping season Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. […]

Weed Man USA expands, celebrates profitable 2015

In 2015, Weed Man USA saw a 13 percent increase in revenue from 2014, totaling more than $83 million, and expanded into 40-plus territories. Now in more than 455 territories throughout the U.S., Weed Man USA says it expects expand into more than 45 new territories in 2016 and increase system-wide sales by 14 percent. […]

Vanguard adds Big Block engine with EFI technology

Briggs & Stratton Commercial Power released its Vanguard air-cooled V-Twin Big Block EFI engine. The new EFI technology is available in its 33, 35 and 37 gross hp Big Block horizontal shaft engines. It features an automotive-based, closed-loop EFI system for up to 25 percent better fuel economy compared to the carbureted Big Block engines, […]

John Deere unveils new crossover utility vehicles

John Deere added the Gator XUV590i and XUV590i S4 crossover utility vehicles to its utility vehicle lineup. The XUV590i is equipped with a twin-cylinder engine, independent four-wheel suspension and the capability to add more than 75 attachments. “The XUV590i and XUV590i S4 four-passenger models were designed to get more chores checked off your to-do list, […]

SIMA, LMN partner for educational initiatives

The Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) and Landscape Management Network (LMN) are joining forces to offer more, regional hands-on workshops, deliver relevant snow-specific content at the SIMA Library and more. Last year, the two entities collaborated on six training events across the U.S. and Canada, training more than 150 people. “SIMA and LMN have […]

Volunteers needed for SnowCare and GreenCare for Troops programs

The SnowCare and GreenCare for Troops programs are in need of volunteer contractors to meet the increased demand for snow and ice removal and basic lawn care and landscape services from families of deployed military personnel, and veterans with a service-related disability. There is a critical need for snow removal services in the Groton, Conn. […]

NCNLA recognizes companies, elects new board members

The North Carolina Nursery & Landscape Association (NCNLA) presented several awards during Green & Growin’ 16. First, the NCNLA named two green industry businesses winners of the 2015 Excellence in the Landscape Awards. These awards are designed to recognize landscape professionals who execute quality and sustainable landscape projects. The winners of the 2015 NCNLA Excellence […]

Unique Lighting Systems adds 150W transformer

Unique Lighting Systems expanded its line of outdoor transformers with the introduction of its new 150W LED transformer. Featuring a 15 amp resettable circuit breaker for fuse protection, the 150SSSL-LED comes with multi-tap 12 v, 13 v, 14 v and 15 v outlets for multiple voltage range options and a 10-year warranty. In addition to […]

Takeuchi integrates vertical lift design into compact track loader lineup

Takeuchi-US introduced the TL12V2 track loader. The company said it’s the first vertical lift model in its lineup and the largest vertical lift track loader in the industry. Built with increased performance features, the TL12V2 vertical lift loader arrangement delivers 45 percent greater operating capacity over the current TL12 radial. Additionally, the vertical lift arm […]

Ryan launches stand-on aerator

Ryan, a manufacturer of turf renovation equipment, added the new Lawnaire ZTS, the first ever stand-on aerator from Ryan. The Lawnaire ZTS includes an automatic chain-tensioning system, a shock-absorbing operator platform, intuitive drive controls, a fast hydraulic tine lift and an aeration depth stop. Additionally, multiple easy-access panels keeps out debris, the company said. “The […]

HydroPoint releases new water management app

HydroPoint Data Systems, maker of the WeatherTRAK smart irrigation technology, released the WeatherTRAK Mobile App 2. This free app provides additional features for remote control and central management for Apple iOS or Android devices. Available in Spanish, the WeatherTRAK Mobile 2 app features Google map integration, an active station run status with watering countdown timer […]

UPDATE: Senate fails to override Obama veto

UPDATE: A Senate vote to override a veto from President Obama fell short Jan. 21. Obama previously vetoed a resolution that would have overturned the Clean Water Rule, the Hill reports. The 52-40 vote was short of the 60 votes needed for the cloture to move on to the House and ends a GOP push to stop the Environmental […]

Preservation Tree Services acquires Fort Worth company

Preservation Tree Services, a tree care company in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, acquired Greenleaf Professional Tree Services (GPTS), a Fort Worth-based tree care company. Certified arborists Billy Cook, a GPTS founder, and Bob Shea will make the transition from GPTS to Preservation’s Fort Worth office. Getth Nelson, certified arborist from Preservation, will also join the Fort […]

Profile Products launches Profile Lawn & Landscape

Profile Products launched Profile Lawn & Landscape, an all-purpose porous ceramic soil conditioner that modifies soil structure for improved growing conditions in flower beds, lawns and containers. One application lasts years and has been proven in a variety of university studies across the country to improve the root zone by adding air- and water-holding capacity […]

Rain Bird wins 2016 Readers’ Choice Award

Subscribers to Facility Executive magazine awarded Rain Bird a 2016 Readers’ Choice Award in the water management category. To determine this year’s winners, the publication’s editors sent out a survey asking readers to identify which companies they prefer when it comes to product aesthetics, reliability, value and customer service. “Rain Bird has been behind the […]

John Deere expands 2016 commercial mowing line

John Deere added the new Z960M zero-turn mower and the modified Z970R ZTrak mower to its 2016 commercial mowing lineup. The Z960M is available in three deck offerings: 60 in., 60 in. Mulch On Demand (MOD) or 72 in., and features a 31-hp engine. Additionally, the Z970R now offers two more deck options: 60-in. side […]

Hunter Industries unveils new rotors

Hunter Industries added the PGP-04 and I-20 pressure regulated bodies (PRB) to its pressure regulation product line. These PRB rotors will take incoming pressures of 50-100 psi and reduce them to 45 psi. By improving the efficiency of the nozzles, the Hunter PRB rotors save up to 25 percent more water, the company said. Additionally, having […]

Web Extra: Client’s Budget document

In our January 2016 edition, Kevin Kehoe took a closer look at what it takes to become the best in the eyes of your clients. According to him, you need a Client’s Budget document. The Client’s Budget is a place (and a process) where you manage the asset. It integrates site walks, upsells, renewals and improvements in one […]

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