Stihl rolls out new tools for landscape pros
Marv Mathwig, product manager for Stihl, stops by the Landscape Management booth to give a sneak peek at some of the newest products coming out this year, as well as what’s in store for 2017. read more
HNA names Hardscape Project Awardees
As part of 2016 Hardscape North America (HNA), 15 landscape contractors were recognized as this year’s HNA Hardscape Project Award winners. In addition to the 15 recipients, 15 honorable mentions also were awarded, honoring projects by contractors building residential walkways, patios, driveways, as well as commercial plazas, parking lots and streets. In its ninth year and sponsored by the Interlocking Concrete... read more
Hustler intros UTV, ramps up X-ONE
Moving into the UTV market, Hustler Turf debuted its Maximum Duty Vehicle (MDV) at 2016 GIE+EXPO. The MDV is available in a standard bed model or with LEVELIFT. The all-wheel drive MDV runs at a top speed of 37 mph and comes with a range of options and accessories available. “The MDV is truly in a class of its own,... read more
New Holland releases L234 skid-steer
New Holland Construction unveiled its most powerful skid-steer loader to date, the L234, as well as updates to its 200 series compact-track loaders. Replacing the L230 skid-steer, the L234 has a tipping load of 6,800 pounds, bucket breakout force of 9,323 pounds and lift arm breakout force of 6,918 pounds. Powered by a 90-hp FPT F5B engine with Selective Catalytic... read more
Yardmax wheels into landscape market
Taking its formal step into the green industry at 2016 GIE+EXPO, Libertyville-Ill.-based outdoor power equipment manufacturer Yardmax showcased a Power Wheelbarrow, log splitters and a plate compactor ideal for landscape contractors. Powered by a Briggs & Stratton engine, the 350-pound Power Wheelbarrow is designed for working in small spaces, with a 4.4 cubic foot hopper capacity. Equipped with all-wheel drive and... read more
Greenworks Commercial partners with SiteOne, lauds landscape pros
Greenworks Commercial entered into a distribution partnership with SiteOne Landscape Supply. The partnership includes nationwide distribution of Greenworks Commercial tools in SiteOne locations across the U.S. and online. “SiteOne is committed to delivering superior products, service and value to ensure our customers’ success. Adding Greenworks Commercial as our outdoor battery-powered equipment offering is a great way for us to bring market-leading technology... read more
