Author: LM Staff

LM StaffNov 3, 2023

Fisher Engineering released the next generation of its Fisher HD Series snow plow, the Fisher HD2 straight-blade snow plow. The HD2 snow plow is built of steel and protected against rust and wear by the Fisher STORM GUARD baked-on powder coat finish in trademark Fisher yellow. The plow is 29 inches tall and available in […]

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

Dow AgroSciences appointed several new members to its turf and ornamental (T&O) business. Among the new hires is Mark Neterer, who Dow appointed to the newly created role of urban pest management sales leader. In this position, Neterer will lead sales activities for the T&O and pest management businesses. He brings more than 30 years […]

LM StaffAug 3, 2018

John Deere added another layer to its GreenFleet Loyalty Rewards program, with the creation of a military discount program that provides current and former service members a free, two-year Platinum membership. Along with equipment discounts, Platinum members receive special financing options, workshop products discounts and other exclusive members-only benefits. Typically, a customer must purchase two […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

As part of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute’s (OPEI’s) Research & Education Foundation’s TurfMutt environmental stewardship and education program, Scholastic is accepting entries for its “Be a Backyard Superhero” essay contest from children in grades K-5 through April 13. Teachers and parents may submit their students’ or children’s essays and illustrations online. In 150–200 words, students […]

LM StaffMar 19, 2021

HydroPoint Data Systems entered into a distribution partnership with FIS Outdoor in Florida, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi. With 35 branch locations and more than 200 employees, FIS Outdoor is a landscape and irrigation distributor in five of the southeastern United States. “We have been watching the progress of this technology, and were waiting for the perfect […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

Fisher Engineering added three models to its tailgate spreader line—the SPEED-CASTER 900, SPEED-CASTER 525 and QUICK-CASTER 300W wireless electric tailgate spreader. The SPEED-CASTER 900, at 9 cubic feet, and the SPEED-CASTER 525, at 5.25 cubic feet, are powered by two instant-start, 12-volt electric motors. The SPEED-CASTER 900 model holds up to 720 pounds of bagged […]

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

Last week the federal government temporarily halted the H-2B guest worker visa program due to a Florida federal court decision. As of March 5 the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services temporarily stopped processing H-2B petitions and on March 4 the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) stopped accepting or processing applications for H-2B prevailing wages and […]

LM StaffFeb 3, 2024

Schiller Grounds Care welcomed Steve Relaz as the new product manager for its Ryan and Steiner brands of commercial and residential turf and grounds care equipment. Relaz will oversee new and existing product development for each brand at the Johnson Creek, Wis., production facility. Previously at Sears Holdings as a product and channel manager, Relaz brings […]

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) held its annual leadership awards program at the Breakfast for Business Success during Great Escape at Atlantis Resort, Bahamas. Receiving this year’s Lifetime Leadership Award was Dan Foley, LIC, past-president of PLANET. This award is presented annually to a member of the association who has demonstrated leadership, service and commitment to […]

LM StaffMar 9, 2015

Frankly, GPS tracking is not a new trend or technology. But over the years it has become a mainstay for many service companies, including landscaping firms. To that end, Robert Hall, president of Track Your Truck, narrowed down the top three benefits for landscaping companies to track their vehicles via a fleet management system. They […]

LM StaffMar 9, 2015

Ruppert Landscape expanded its Georgia operations to include a new branch in Mableton, Ga., led by Branch Manager Thor Grenier. “The Georgia market is a vibrant area with a lot of great customers,” President Phil Key said. “We are fortunate to be in a position to expand with a new branch and provide growth opportunity […]

LM StaffMar 9, 2015

A proposed pesticide ban in Montgomery County (Md.) continues to make headlines as proponents and oppositionists of the bill speak out, the Washington Post reports. The proposed ban, spearheaded by Council President George Leventhal, prohibits the use of “nonessential” pesticides on turf, with the exceptions of use on agriculture land, gardens and golf courses. Among […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

Stephen Hillenmeyer Landscape Services, a Weed Man franchise since 2003, expanded its territory into Lexington, Ky., and Nashville with the purchase of two new territories. “Weed Man’s superior sales, operational and marketing systems and processes, as well as its scalability and opportunity for employee growth make the expansion process easier,” said Chase Hillenmeyer, general manager. […]

LM StaffMar 6, 2015

Vermeer released a new, business-centric podcast for professionals in the green industry. Available at www.treeviews.com, the podcoast is hosted by Judith Guido, chairwoman and founder of Guido & Associates. Guido has worked in the green industry for more than 25 years, and her company specializes in strategy, branding, sales, marketing, research, product development and mergers […]

LM StaffMar 6, 2015

Cavagna Group—a manufacturer of equipment and fittings for compressed gases, gas storage and gas control—rolled out the SNAP-FILL, a quick-connect, propane-filling valve. Designed with safety in mind, SNAP-FILL allows equipment operators to secure a connection without cross-threading. Plus, it reduces emissions released into the atmosphere. Cavagna Group will officially launch SNAP-FILL at the 2015 National […]

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is accepting applications for the 2015 WaterSense Partner of the Year awards through April 3. All applicants must have partnered with WaterSense prior to Jan. 1. This year, the WaterSense program opened the awards up to utilities, government entities, manufacturers, retailers, builders, nonprofit organizations and professional partners. New this year, […]

LM StaffMar 6, 2015

Techo-Bloc purchased manufacturing facilities in Waterloo, Ind., and Rock Island, Ill., to meet its growing demand for landscape products in the Midwest and Southern U.S. As a part of the expansion, Techo-Bloc plans to make investments in technology at the Waterloo and Rock Island plants, plus add a new distribution center in Chicago. Additional job creation […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

The Brickman Group and ValleyCrest Landscape Cos.—to be branded as BrightView in mid-2015 as part of their recent merger—became the exclusive landscaping provider for Associa, “the world’s largest community association management firm,” with 4 million residents across the country. “Brickman/ValleyCrest is already at the top of its class as a landscaping provider and we are […]

LM StaffMar 5, 2015

Echo rolled out its first Arborist Fleet Discount Program to reward arborists and tree care companies who purchase Echo chain saws, power pruners and related accessories with product discounts starting at 16 percent off the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) and “no-hassle” financing. To qualify for the program a customer must purchase a minimum of […]

LM StaffNov 3, 2023

SnowEx Snow & Ice Control Equipment released a total of 20 new snow control products, including a new line of snow plows. The snow control line includes POWER PLOW, SPEEDWING, heavy-duty, regular-duty and light-duty models of hinged-blade and straight-blade snow plows, plus UTV plows and POWER PUSHER box plows. The plows include multiple new technologies, […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

The Toro Co. is offering a select line of mower models through its rental channel in 2015, complementing its current turf renovation equipment rental line comprising aerators, seeders and power rake dethatcher. The mower models now being offered include: 22” walk-behind mowers, offering variable speed, Personal Pace and Personal Pace with the integrated Blade Stop System […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

The Toro Co. added a new member to its Dingo family of compact utility loaders—the Toro Dingo TX 1000. The Dingo TX 1000 has a rated operating capacity exceeding 1,000-lb, and, when the loader arms are fully-extended, the hinge pin measures 81 inches from the ground. In addition, the vertical lift loader arm design keeps […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

Preservation Tree Services and Texas Land Care, both based in Dallas, are joining forces to help a local nonprofit turn a dilapidated building into its new church. The nonprofit, OurCalling, visits more than 1,200 locations throughout Dallas to find homeless individuals who don’t qualify or who are resistant to entering a local shelter. The goal of its […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

Lehr, a manufacturer of propane-powered products and tools, acquired EnviroGard, a division of Onyx Environmental Solutions focused on propane engines and conversion kits for gasoline engines. Though terms were not disclosed, EnviroGard now is acting as a new division of Lehr and will continue to offer it’s current products and conversion kits to both original […]