Recommender: What types of mowers and mower power/engines are you using?
Landscape Management asked landscape professionals about the types of mowers and mower power/engines they use on a regular basis. read more
Why some landscapers are choosing UTVs
Including landscape maintenance and snow removal jobs, utility vehicles are rolling out on more job sites because of their versatility and ability to handle rough terrain, says Joel Hicks, senior product support manager at Kioti. “The primary purpose is to get people and the tools they need to multiple locations that are not really accessible,” Hicks says. “The versatility (of... read more
People on the Move: Promotions and hirings from Davey, Greenworks and more
The Davey Tree Expert Co. promoted Scott Carlin to vice president and general manager, Davey Resource Group (DRG), asset management services. Carlin joined Davey in 2004 as project developer on the DRG geographic information systems team. In 2006, he transitioned to sales and marketing for DRG project development and in 2009, was named market manager for the division. In 2012,... read more
Experts’ Tips: Striping using a walk-behind
The Challenge: Striping using a walk-behind John Deere Carl Agee Product marketing manager DO ensure the mower is equipped with a striping kit and that it provides smooth steering, allowing the operator to maintain straight lines. DO keep cut widths consistent on each pass and keep in mind that varying the applied pressure will change the contrast of the stripe.... read more
Greenworks Pro 80-Volt Mower
When it comes to electric tools, more power than you need is just what you need. Greenworks introduces the Greenworks Pro 80-volt lawnmower. It’s part of a full line of 80-volt tools, all boasting an excessive amount of manly power. Finally, Greenworks has electric tools that won’t let you down. With Greenworks, you’ll need more work before you need more... read more
Companies in the News: Toro mower giveaway winner receives zero-turn mower, Greenworks opens North American headquarters and more from Wright, Ariens, Pinnacle V, Spring-Green
Edward Smith of Smith Lawn Service in Booneville, Miss., winner of Toro’s 2016 GIE+EXPO mower giveaway, received his new Z Master zero-turn mower. The Z Master Professional 6000 Series model features a 34-hp Kohler Command Pro EFI 999cc engine with Horizon Technology, and a 72-inch Turbo Force cutting deck. “I was pretty shocked when I first learned that I had... read more
