Environmental concerns, potential safety hazards and fuel costs — all have been cited as reasons landscape contractors make the switch over to battery-powered handheld equipment from gas-powered machines. “We are responsible for the upkeep and improvement of the cultivated landscape, and I think that is best completed with the very light touch (of battery-powered equipment),” says Matt Dingeldein, president of... read more
Dan Delventhal, founder of MowGreen in Fairfield, Conn., has been using battery-powered landscape equipment since 2006 in an effort to lighten his environmental impact. Dan Mabe, former owner of The Greenstation in Los Angeles, used electric equipment because he says it’s much quieter than gas versions. David Mitchell, owner of Mitchell Landscaping in Amarillo, Texas, began converting his gas-powered handheld... read more
Super Lawn Technologies is unveiling a solar-powered charging system for battery-powered lawn care tools at the GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 18-20. “We believe battery powered hand tools will become the No. 1 choice for contractors seeking ways to lower operating costs, reduce harmful emissions and position their company as a leader in their market area,” said Tony Bass, founder and... read more
