Author: LM Staff

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

WAC Landscape Lighting introduced the new LED Underwater Spot. Designed for illuminating ponds, fountains and other wet environments with an underwater depth of up to 3 feet, the Underwater Spot is the latest addition to the WAC family of landscape accent luminaires. It features cast brass construction with a machined brass thumb screw. IP68-rated for […]

LM StaffDec 4, 2018

Case Construction Equipment introduced C Series motor graders including the 836C and 856C. The two models are available in standard and all wheel drive (AWD) configurations. The series is ideal for grading solutions for municipalities, small- to midsize site prep, road maintenance and general construction, Case said. The standard models include an Ergopower transmission and […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

EGO unveiled a new line of commercial battery-powered equipment. The line includes a 15-inch string trimmer, 600 CFM blower and 25.5-inch hedge trimmer, all powered by a 56-volt backpack battery. “Landscapers work in tough conditions. Their tools are exposed to the elements daily, especially rain, dirt and dust,” said Sarah Hohman, brand manager for EGO. “Research […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

Wright Manufacturing introduced a series of basic stand-on mowers. With prices starting at $5,500, the Stander B is designed for entry level or part-time landscapers. Available with a floating 48-inch or 52-inch deck, the new model also includes a step-off stopping feature. Additional features include Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 transmissions and a Kawasaki FS651 engine.

LM StaffOct 18, 2018

Michelin North America is adding to its Tweel airless radial portfolio on its Turf and UTV lines. New Turf products include: 24-inch Turf size for zero-turn radius (ZTR) mowers with 5-4.5-inch bolt-pattern hubs; 26-inch Turf size for ZTR mowers with 5-4.5-inch bolt-pattern hubs; and 13-inch ZTR caster design with improved performance and stability. “Michelin is […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

Kubota Tractor Corp. entered the stand-on mower segment and introduced three new models with electronic fuel injection (EFI) to the Z700 family of gasoline zero-turn mowers at this year’s GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky. The SZ Series stand-ons will be available at Kubota dealerships in January, and the new EFI models will be shipping to dealers […]

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

Are you heading off to GIE+EXPO? After talking with GIE+EXPO seasoned veterans Naylor Taliaferro and Phil Harwood, we came up with a list of tips to help you get the most from your time in Louisville, Ky. To learn more, check out our September 2018 cover story. For more tips, check out this Phil Harwood […]

LM StaffOct 3, 2018

John Deere added an on-board grade indication option to its large-frame G-Series skid-steers (330G and 332G) and the large-frame G-Series compact track loaders (331G and 333G) Available as a factory or field kit option, this new feature is ideal for job sites that involve leveling and slope work, according to John Deere. “Our industry-exclusive on-board grade […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

Kubota Tractor Corp. gave the media a chance to demo its “fastest utility vehicle yet” Aug. 22-24 in Buford, Ga. The Sidekick X-perience event coincided with Kubota’s new RTV-XG850 Sidekick utility vehicles making their way to dealerships nationwide. Media also toured Kubota’s manufacturing operations in Gainesville, Ga., where zero-turn mowers, sub-compact tractors and utility vehicles […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

Johnson Creek, Wis.-based Bob-Cat unveiled a new line of commercial mowers for the 2019 season to dealers, distributors and the media at a launch event in Milwaukee on Aug. 21. Dubbed the “Next Generation Series,” it includes five new models: the Predator-Pro 7000, ProCat 6000MX, ProCat 6000, ProCat 5000 and QuickCat 4000. “Beyond the new […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2018

BrightView reported results for its third fiscal quarter, which ended June 30. The company had a net loss of $1.4 million for the quarter on a record revenue of $630.3 million, which is up about a half percent from the same period last year. In addition, BrightView completed two acquisitions during its third quarter with […]

LM StaffAug 8, 2018

With 25 years of tradition behind them, 75 cyclists geared up July 29 through Aug. 4 for North America’s largest fundraiser for tree research. The weeklong Tour des Trees covered more than 500 miles, kicking off in Columbus, Ohio, and looping through Akron, Cleveland and back. The 26th annual bike ride is an important vehicle […]

LM StaffJun 27, 2018

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) reached a settlement agreement with Triple H Services, a landscaping company based in Newland, N.C., that conducts business in Virginia and four other states. The DOJ said Triple H discriminated against qualified and available U.S. workers based on their citizenship status by preferring to hire temporary workers with H-2B […]

LM StaffNov 10, 2023

The Toro Co., along with its longtime distributor partner, Turf Equipment and Supply Company, based in Jessup, Md., will provide a fleet of Toro stand-on aerators and volunteers to help beautify the cemetery grounds during the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) event, Renewal and Remembrance. The annual event—which will celebrate its 22nd year on […]

LM StaffNov 3, 2023

Sixty-four firms on the LM150 list grew by 10 percent or more in 2017. Here’s a look at what boosted some of their efforts. To learn more about the companies in bold, scroll to the bottom of this page. Growth Rank Overall Rank Company % Change Over 2015 1 75 The Loving Cos. 119% 2 […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

SavATree acquired 404-CUT-TREE in Norcross, Ga. This is SavATree’s first branch in Georgia, opening up a whole new region for the Bedford Hills, N.Y.-based company. Terms were not disclosed. SavATree ranks No. 16 on the forthcoming 2018 LM150 list of largest landscape companies with $109 million in 2017 revenue. The company made several acquisitions last […]

LM StaffJun 6, 2018

More than 100 workers were arrested June 5 when about 200 federal officers raided two Corso’s Flower & Garden Center locations in Sandusky and Castalia, Ohio, The Associated Press reports. It was one of the largest workplace immigration raids in recent years. Corso’s is a family-owned company founded in 1941 with a greenhouse, flower shop, […]

LM StaffJul 9, 2018

Traditional 401(k)s may not be effective because the IRS’s “top heavy testing” rules may disqualify contributions from management and ownership. There are alternatives to traditional 401(k)s that will allow all employees and owners to contribute, giving the participants tax-deferred compensation, as well as allowing the company a tax deduction without the burdensome income testing that […]

LM StaffMay 16, 2018

Bartlett Tree Experts expanded its presence in the Pacific Northwest with the acquisition of Seattle Tree Preservation. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The company already has a well-established operation serving the Seattle area from nearby Kenmore, Wash., which is expanding to include the new staff and clients gained in the acquisition. In all, […]

LM StaffMay 16, 2018

Arborjet is seeking applicants for its 2018 “Taking Root” college scholarship program. For the fifth consecutive year, the scholarship program will award 10 U.S. graduating high school seniors each with a $1,000 scholarship. Applicants must be planning to pursue full-time studies in forestry, plant sciences, horticulture, entomology, environmental science or a related major at an […]

LM StaffMay 21, 2018

Are you stuck in an “I need to do everything myself or my company will fail” mindset? Is it time for you to delegate some of your responsibilities? We talked with Jonathan Orcutt, founder/president of Driven Landscapes and Driven Landscapes Franchising in Norfolk, Mass., to get his thoughts on when owners are spending too much […]

LM StaffNov 10, 2023

The National Association of Landscape Professionals’ (NALP) new board of directors took office on May 1 with terms running through April 30, 2019. Jeff Buhler, senior vice president of customer service at Massey Services, will serve as the president of the association. “We have assembled a very talented and committed group of industry professionals to […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

SiteOne Landscape Supply acquired the Village Nurseries Landscape Centers distribution locations in Orange, Huntington Beach and Sacramento, Calif., from TreeTown USA. This acquisition expands SiteOne’s footprint and nursery offering in California. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. “Village Nurseries is a natural fit with SiteOne as they add nursery products to our existing irrigation, […]