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Reddick Equipment

Since 1965, Reddick Equipment has been manufacturing sprayers for the lawn care, turf, deicing and agricultural industries, and provides parts for all major brands of spray equipment. Its lawn care skids are available as aluminum skid frames with poly tanks or as seamless fiberglass tanks with safety cross baffles, with capacity from 30 to 500 […]

Buffalo Turbine

For more than 65 years, Buffalo Turbine has continued to be the leading manufacturer of American-made, turbine-style blowers/duster/sprayers. The Cyclone 8000’s 360° nozzle control allows it to complete large-scale jobs in a fraction of the time.  According to the company, hurricane force winds help the Cyclone 8000 outperform the work of several traditional blowers, allowing employees […]

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ClearSpan Fabric Structures

ClearSpan Fabric Structures are a fast, economical solution for landscaping equipment, mulch and woodchip storage. ClearSpan buildings feature high clearances and spacious interiors without support posts—ideal for maneuvering trucks and equipment inside the structure. Constructed in the USA from the highest quality steel and fabric, these buildings can be built to any length and up […]

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TurfEx

The new RS7200 Spread-N-Spray is powered by a 200cc Honda GX200 engine with a 2:1 ratio gear reducer. Its heavy-duty transmission includes two forward gears, plus neutral and reverse. The unit comes with a hand-operated transmission disc brake, as well as a foot-controlled sulky band brake. The large-capacity hopper accommodates 150 lbs. of material that […]

Grasshopper

Clear snow efficiently from driveways, sidewalks and congested areas with a maneuverable Grasshopper DriftBuster snowthrower. Even in deep, heavy, wet snows, the DriftBuster delivers no-clog performance, with a 180° rotating discharge spout capable of throwing snow up to 30 ft. away, easily replacing conventional walk-behind snow blowers. With the exclusive QuikConverter implement system, any Grasshopper […]

Mark Wildman

Wildman, Soufi join CSI

PASADENA, TEXAS—Control Solutions Inc. (CSI) has hired Mark Wildman as Mid-South area sales manager of its turf group, and Dr. Rami Soufi in the newly developed role of vice president of business development. Based in Huffman, Texas, Wildman has been highly recommended by several key distributors in the Mid-South area. He will be working with […]

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FMC Corp. donates $75,000 to Red Cross’ Hurricane Sandy Relief efforts

PHILADELPHIA—On Nov. 2, FMC Corp. announced a disaster relief donation of $75,000 to the American Red Cross to support ongoing efforts in the wake of Hurricane Sandy.  FMC has operations in the heavily impacted Mid-Atlantic region, including the company’s corporate headquarters in Philadelphia, global research center in Ewing, N.J., an FMC BioPolymer plant in Newark, […]

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Dow AgroSciences’ Power of MORE rebate program under way

INDIANAPOLIS—The 2012-13 Power of MORE rebate program kicked off Sept. 1 with several bonus offerings. Customers who purchase qualifying products in September, October, November and December will receive an additional incentive. In addition, checks will be mailed twice during the program year for more frequent payouts. Customers earn cash back when they purchase Dow AgroSciences […]

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Wright Commercial Products

The  ZTO (Zero Technology Optimized) is a new mid-mount, zero-turning-radius mower, with deck widths of 48, 52 and 61 in. and a 15-gal. fuel tank. The rear tires are low-profile 23×10.5 in., and the front tires are 13×5-in. run flats. The transmissions are Z3400 series Hydro-Gear. An undercarriage cage protects the transmissions and their filters, […]

IA honors Ray and Sue York

PHOENIX—As Ewing celebrates its 90th anniversary, Ray and Sue York, pioneers of Ewing Irrigation’s growth and development, received one of the Irrigation Association’s (IA’s)  highest honors during the Irrigation Show in Orlando, Fla. Presented by IA President Philip A. Burkart, the Industry Achievement Award recognizes individuals whose careers demonstrate outstanding contributions to the advancement of the irrigation industry, products, […]

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Gallivan purchases Northern Landscape Services

ALBANY, N.Y.—According to a recent article in Albany’s The Business Review, Troy, N.Y.-based Gallivan Corp. has purchased Northern Landscape Services, Pownal, Vt.  Terms were not disclosed. According to the article, all 15 employees will stay with the firm. Read the full article here.

AZEK VAST

VAST Composite Pavers use a patented grid system that dramatically reduces installation time and takes the frustration and difficulty out of manually setting and aligning heavy concrete pavers. First, grids are placed on the same even, compacted sand base used with conventional concrete pavers. Next, VAST pavers are inserted into the grid in any desired […]

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Acuity Brands

New Tersen Ratio 1.5 is a contemporary styled luminaire supporting 48 LED diodes that produce illumination equivalent to a traditional 175-watt metal halide (MH) lamp. Its stylistic, “finned” shape serves as a heat sink as well as an architectural statement, making it ideal for outdoor parking lots, walkways and mixed-use applications. The luminaire achieves a […]

Green Lawn Fertilizing does pest cross-training

WEST CHESTER, PA—In an effort to provide the best possible service for their customers and encourage career growth and development for their employees, Green Lawn Fertilizing and its pest division, Green Pest Solutions, have initiated a quarterly cross-training program for all of their employees. They continue their training events throughout the season on many different […]

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MoJack

The LoadSmart design positions the load over the axel for better maneuverability. Extendable features make handling large, awkward loads easier. The appliance hand truck features telescoping handles that make merchandising, storing and using easier. Two convertible, extendable models provide an extra 12 in. of space to handle difficult loads. Accessories include moving blankets, four-wheel dollies […]

ONLA donates $225,000 to PLANET AEF scholarship fund

HERNDON, VA.—The Professional Landcare Network Academic Excellence Foundation (PLANET AEF) received a gift of $225,000 in scholarship funds made by the Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association (ONLA) during the Green Industry Conference awards ceremony on Oct. 26, 2012. PLANET AEF is a nonprofit organization that provides academic scholarships to students aspiring to be horticulture professionals. Since […]

U.S. Lawns

U.S. Lawns is now offering equipment dealers/suppliers $2,000 credit toward a vacation of their choice if a referred candidate purchases a franchise. In addition, $150 is being offered for each referred candidate who fills out a financial application. The company says its franchise growth has continued to trend upward in recent years, despite the economy, […]

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Mid Am 2013 expands into outdoor living market

CHICAGO—The Mid America Horticultural Trade Show (Mid Am) Board of Directors has unveiled a complete redesign of the show’s floor plan for Mid Am 2013, and plans are under way to include the underserved outdoor living market segment. These changes were prompted by direct feedback from past exhibitors and attendees. “Reports from members in the […]

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Boulder Designs

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Keep your crews busy regardless of the weather selling boulders you build. Boulder Designs boulders are natural-looking, cost-effective site markers and signage for addresses, businesses, parks, schools, recreation facilities and memorials — and are often allowed by zoning regulations where other signage is not. Add to your product line and your bottom line with Boulder Designs. As pictured, our […]

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Defining a framework for winning

By Bob Coulter As 2012 comes to an end, it’s exciting to see many organizations that have made significant improvements and had solid goal achievement. At the same time you hear people say, “Our quality is not where it needs to be, we are not able to get to our customers on a timely basis, […]

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U.S. Lawns introduces dealer referral program

ORLANDO, FLA.—To support its franchise recruitment efforts, U.S. Lawns has introduced a dealer referral program: U.S. Lawns is now offering equipment dealers/suppliers $2,000 credit toward a vacation of their choice if a referred candidate purchases a franchise. In addition, $150 is being offered for each referred candidate who fills out a financial application. “Our franchise […]

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Rain Bird Services Corp. introduces Factory Trained Program

TUCSON—Rain Bird Services Corp.’s new training program focuses specifically on Rain Bird commercial and golf course central control system installation, operation and maintenance. The Rain Bird Factory Trained Program is designed to help contractors build their skills and open up new opportunities. “Contractors who participate in our Factory Trained Program receive high-level and in-depth training […]

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Agromin, Stay Green ‘close recycling loop’

VENTURA COUNTY, CALIF.–Stay Green, a full-service landscaping company, and Agromin  the organics recycler for more than 50 California cities, have formed a partnership that will recycle and reuse the organic materials produced by Stay Green clients. Agromin will turn the material into compost, mulch and soil enhancements for use in Stay Green landscaping projects. Stay Green’s Sustainable […]

BASF Professional Turf & Ornamentals Pillar G Intrinsic

New Pillar G Intrinsic brand fungicide is the third fungicide brought to the professional turfgrass market since 2010 that is labeled for disease control and plant health. Pillar G Intrinsic brand fungicide is a granular product that combines triticonazole, the same active ingredient in Trinity fungicide, and pyraclostrobin, a key active ingredient in Honor Intrinsic […]

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