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Takeuchi redesigns compact track loader

Takeuchi-US launches the redesigned TL8R2. The all-new redesigned TL8R2 is engineered to provide superior power, strength and maneuverability. The radial-lift design offers a tipping load of 6,041 pounds with an operating weight of 9,182 pounds. The TL8R2 is equipped with a 74.3 horsepower turbocharged engine that is EPA Final Tier 4 emission compliant. The diesel […]

CitraBlue, a new St. Augustinegrass, released

The University of Florida’s (UF) first turfgrass release in over a decade, CitraBlue St. Augustinegrass, is now available for purchase throughout Florida. Currently, there are more than 350 acres across the Sunshine State for sale. CitraBlue, marketed by Sod Solutions, says it expects increased production of the turf in 2021. This grass is a product […]

New testing protocol released for landscape irrigation devices

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) has published a new standard for testing soil moisture sensors used in landscape irrigation.  It is published as ANSI/ASABE S633 Testing Protocol for Landscape Irrigation Soil Moisture-Based Control Technologies. This new standard provides a test method to validate the responsiveness to changing soil moisture conditions of […]

Ambius Hometown Heroes Program thanks front-line workers

Ambius employees in the U.S. and Canada created care packages for COVID-19 front-line workers as part of the company’s Hometown Heroes program. More than 108 teams and districts participated in the Hometown Heroes program, choosing organizations in their own communities to give back to. The teams filled care packages, some of which included lunch for […]

Hunter expands Pro-C controllers with new kits

Hunter Industries released two new kits designed to expand the capabilities of its Pro-C controller. The kits allow users to easily expand station counts and bring the power of two-wire technology to residential or small commercial projects. The PCM-1600-KIT enables control for up to 23 conventional stations. If contractors need to expand the system, they […]

Takeuchi adds compact excavator

Takeuchi-U.S. introduced the TB225 compact hydraulic excavator. The TB225 features all-steel construction and provides the operator with an engine output that provides more power to increase productivity. “Takeuchi is excited to add the TB225 to our lineup,” said Keith Kramlich, national product and training manager of Takeuchi-U.S. “Takeuchi is dedicated to innovation and advancing technology, […]

Oregon launches SpeedCut Nano cutting system

Oregon Products has released its SpeedCut Nano cutting system, a .325-inch, low-profile cutting system designed to increase cutting speed and extend run times on battery-powered and compact lightweight gas chainsaws (20-38 cc). The cutting system features a new saw chain, guide bar and sprocket to optimize the performance of chainsaws in the 1- to 3-hp […]

Monster Tree adds franchise in Nevada

Monster Tree Service is expanding in Nevada, as business entrepreneur John Talkington has purchased the rights to a Monster Tree Service Territory in Greater Reno, Nev., covering Gardnerville, Lake Tahoe, Reno, Carson City and surrounding areas. “When I decided to invest in my own business, I looked at other opportunities, but they didn’t have the training and business […]

Hunter releases online ordering tool

Hunter Industries recently released My List, an online tool that simplifies the product ordering process, streamlines communication, and helps irrigation service providers better organize product and system design information, according to the company. The interactive product builders will help designers specify products and accessories for each project, and add those products to running lists. Users […]

Amerlux launches new wall-mount luminaires

Amerlux has launched a series of wall-mount luminaires. The Rook 350 wall mount solutions, which come in cylinder and square shapes, allow the fixture to be mounted as a direct or indirect luminaire using a kit provided with the fixture. The direct/indirect fixtures can be ordered with different beam spreads — narrow on bottom, flood […]

2020 Irrigation Show canceled

The 2020 Irrigation Show and Education Week, scheduled for Nov. 30-Dec. 4 in San Antonio, Texas, has been canceled. Irrigation Association (IA) announced the cancellation in a statement from IA President Jon Topham. The in-person 2021 Irrigation Show and Education Week will be held in San Diego on Dec. 6-10, 2021. “After thoroughly examining our […]

Briggs & Stratton helps develop filtration for reusable face masks

Briggs & Stratton is a part of a MaskForce consortium that has designed, developed and produced a reusable face mask with disposable filters to protect individuals. The MaskForce face mask — which is temporarily authorized by the FDA under an emergency use authorization for use by healthcare professionals to help prevent the spread of infection or […]

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Toadi releases new lawn bot in US

Toadi launched its AI-powered yard robot, Toadi, in the U.S. with object recognition and security features. While Toadi is currently available throughout Europe, Americans will now gain full access to the autonomous landscaping robot for the first time. The Toadi self-driving lawn robot works by integrating a camera with artificial intelligence to recognize and avoid […]

Virginia Green Lawn Care donates to COVID-19 relief fund

Virginia Green Lawn Care donated $25,000 to the COVID-19 relief funds of five regional community foundations in each of the markets the company serves: Richmond, Williamsburg, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg and northern Virginia. Each foundation receives $5,000, but Virginia Green is committed to donating up to another $5,000 through a social media campaign. “Virginia Green is very […]

NALP to host technology summit at GIE+EXPO

GIE+EXPO launched a new Technology Summit to provide insights on robotics, technology, software, AI tools and more. The summit, set for Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., will include three sessions. In addition to learning about the technologies, attendees will hear real-world case studies from industry professionals. The Technology Summit is hosted […]

Conserva Irrigation expands into Utah, adds more locations in Colorado and Texas

Conserva Irrigation added seven new territories. Despite economic uncertainty caused by COVID-19, the company said it has continued to grow and will now welcome four new franchisees to the system, expanding across Texas and Colorado, as well as debuting in Utah. Partnering with franchisees possessing corporate and maintenance experience, Conserva Irrigation is slated to expand […]

ASV Holdings Inc. partnered with Loftness Specialized Equipment to design a specialized Loftness S-Series Battle Ax mulching head for optimized performance with ASV machines. The skid steer and compact track loader attachment available through ASV’s dealer network is designed to produce a finer mulch with fewer passes. (Photo: ASV)

ASV partners with Loftness to design new mulching head

ASV Holdings has partnered with Loftness Specialized Equipment to design a specialized Loftness S-Series Battle Ax mulching head for optimized performance with ASV machines. The skid-steer and compact track loader attachment available through ASV’s dealer network is designed to produce a finer mulch with fewer passes. It pairs with ASV’s RT-75 Heavy-Duty and RT-120 Forestry […]

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Aquascape adds connected LED color-changing lights

Aquascape added to its selection of pond and landscape lighting products with the Aquascape LED color-changing lights, which are connected to the Smart Control app. Users can simply plug the lights into the smart control hub (sold separately) and pair with the Aquascape smart control app to control the lights at any time from anywhere […]

LMN unveils new estimating marketplace

LMN, a provider of B2B landscape business management software, has launched another tool to help bridge the gap between contractors and vendors. The LMN Estimating Marketplace helps landscaping contractors connect directly with a trusted network of wholesale suppliers within a single, user-friendly digital platform. Suppliers on the LMN Estimating Marketplace gain an audience of over 85,000 users […]

LebanonTurf VP Heegard dies at 69

David C. Heegard, vice president of sales and marketing for LebanonTurf, died on May 10 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. He was 69. Heegard was the oldest of seven children, born on June 28, 1950, in Austin, Minn. He graduated from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor’s degree in plant and soil science. […]

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John Deere debuts “Own It” equipment payment program

A new John Deere low monthly payment program is available for customers on five of the company’s compact excavator, skid-steer and compact track loader models. The 17G and 30G excavators, 312GR and 316GR skid-steers or 317G compact track loader are eligible to receive the special financing option. “We are eager to offer a program that […]

Putting snow plow assembly on hold, SnowPlow's warehouse aisles were converted to storage bays for the large quantity of hospital bed components. (Photo: SnowWolf)

SnowWolf reconfigures plant to assemble field hospital beds

SnowWolf recently converted one of its snowplow attachment assembly plants in Burnsville, Minn., to support the COVID-19 relief effort in less than a day. In partnership with Fastbeds, a manufacturer of Emergency Field Hospital Beds, SnowWolf began assembling, packaging and shipping beds to the frontlines of the fight against COVID-19. Fastbeds’ mission is to provide […]

Ditch Witch expands training modules

Ditch Witch introduced four new modules to its certified training program. The new modules include training for stand-on skid-steers, walk-behind trenchers, ride-on trenchers and the Roto Witch drilling attachment. “It’s important that everyone has the training for safe and proper equipment operation,” said Brian Grim, Ditch Witch product training and development manager. “No matter your […]

Cub Cadet and TaskEasy offer lawn care to first responders

Cub Cadet and TaskEasy, an on-demand lawn care service, will offer free lawn mowing to support first responders and emergency workers who risk their lives and well-being on the COVID-19 frontlines. The companies will offer a free month of lawn mowing service (up to two cuts, every other week) to doctors, nurses, paramedics, emergency medical […]

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