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Companies in the News: Updates from Fisher, SnowEx, Belgard, Case and more
For the seventh year in a row, Douglas Dynamics’ brands Fisher and SnowEx sold raffle tickets at GIE+EXPO, Oct. 21-23 in Louisville, Ky., for a chance to win a limited-edition pink Fisher XV2 V-plow and SnowEx HELIXX polyhopper spreader. Douglas Dynamics raised a total of $11,173, with all proceeds going to Susan G. Komen Kentucky.... read more
Harrell’s acquires Polyon from Koch Agronomic Services
Harrell’s acquired one of the green industry’s signature brands – Polyon – from Koch Agronomic Services. The sale, effective at the close of business Nov. 15, includes the Polyon controlled-release fertilizer brand and related technology, patents and manufacturing capability. More than 70 veteran team members from the landmark Sylacauga, Ala., Polyon production facility officially become... read more
Husqvarna Autonomous Operation brings self-operated mowing to large areas
Husqvarna is taking another step forward in the world of autonomy and connectivity with Husqvarna Autonomous Operation for professionals. The Husqvarna Autonomous Operation, which increases productivity and safety while maintaining large green spaces, consists of multiple self-operated Husqvarna robotic mowers powered by Husqvarna EPOS (Exact Positioning Operating System) technology. Three pilots are being set up... read more
GIE+EXPO 2019 roundup
Buzzing equipment, handshakes, exclamations of “Hey, how are ya doing?” and notepads with pens at the ready are just a few of the scenes the LM team encountered Oct. 16-18 at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, Ky., for GIE+EXPO. With more than 500,000 square feet of exhibit space, in addition to the demo area... read more
What’s in the Bag?
Understanding which fertilizers will give you the best results and return on investment Fertilizer. Everyone knows what it is, but not everyone realizes how much of an impact it can have on a lawn care business’s bottom line. Some business owners are tempted to stick with the same fertilizer they’ve always used simply out of... read more
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Steel Green Manufacturing: SG46 Zero-Turn Sprayer/Spreader
Offering versatility without compromising capacity, the SG46 has all the power and spreading capacity of larger sprayer/spreaders in a more compact size. Spray capacity: 30 gal. Hopper capacity: 225 lbs. and an additional 100-lb. fertilizer tray capacity Transport speed: up to 10 mph Rate production: 120,000 sq. ft. per fill based on ¼-gal. spray nozzles All stainless steel chassis Zero-turn... read more
How to prep for tax season
Filing taxes. No one really likes it, but, year after year, it’s an unavoidable task. For landscape business owners, being prepared with the right information and a savvy adviser can lessen the stress of tax season. Dan Gordon, CPA and owner of Turf Books, a green industry accounting and bookkeeping firm based in Newton, N.J., says it’s a good idea... read more
Protecting DEF from extreme cold and other conditions
According to the Farmer’s Almanac, the winter of 2019-20 will be filled with bitterly cold weather in the eastern parts of the Rockies and east to the Appalachians. The Northeast should also experience very cold temperatures as well. For municipalities, public utilities, landscapers and others that are involved in outdoor work and snow removal, there is always plenty of annual... read more
