LM StaffAug 3, 2018
Vermeer introduced its SC40TX stump cutter, which is the first of its kind to include a ride-on platform and provides operators with improved speed, maneuverability and efficiency, says the company. The stump cutter includes a counter-rotating track undercarriage for enhanced…
Sarah PfleddererNov 3, 2023
A comprehensive look at the Tier 4 standards and how they affect landscape equipment owners and operators. You purchase a piece of compact construction equipment, one manufactured after 2008. Seated in the cab for the first time, you can have…
LM SponsorFeb 27, 2023
Power or fuel savings — that was your choice. Until now. Say hello to the all-new KOHLER® Command PRO® EFI 824cc engine. With best-in-class torque and horsepower, it’s ready to take on any terrain. And with the $600/year you save…
LM StaffFeb 27, 2023
Following Tom Cromwell’s promotion to group president of Kohler Power, the company promoted Brian Melka to president of Kohler Engines. Melka is responsible for the engines business in the Americas region, establishing strategic direction, managing operational demands, driving growth and…
Sarah PfleddererNov 9, 2023
Kohler Engines added a new commercial engine to its existing Command PRO EFI lineup. The Command PRO EFI 824cc will be available on commercial mowers with 2015 model years, debuting on some mowers at GIE+EXPO, held Oct. 22-24 in Louisville, Ky.…
Tom Cromwell, president of Kohler Engines since 2009, assumed responsibility for Kohler Co.’s worldwide power operations, reporting directly to David Kohler, president and COO. As the new group president of Kohler Power, Cromwell will provide strategic and operational leadership for…
LM StaffAug 15, 2023
The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) unveiled a new logo and brand identity for propane: PROPANE Clean American Energy. The notion with the logo, anchored by the image of an American bald eagle, is to highlight propane as an…
LM StaffFeb 3, 2024
The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) named its 2014-2015 officers and board of directors during the OPEI annual meeting, held in Palm Beach, Fla., June 17-19. Officers for the 2014-2015 year include: Chairman Paul Mullet, president, Excel Industries; Vice Chair…
The National Hispanic Landscape Alliance (NHLA), is celebrating its third anniversary by offering 20 percent discounts on select memberships through July and August. Memberships eligible for the 20 percent anniversary discount include individual and small business memberships. Additionally, memberships will…
The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) and Stoltzfus Farm Service hosted a propane mower demo day at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pa., March 19. The demonstration was PERC’s award to Cochranville, Pa.-based Stoltzfus, which won it via a…
With National Park Week being celebrated April 19-27, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) highlighted some of its efforts to help the National Park Service (NPS) reduce its carbon footprint. In 2013-2014 alone, PERC donated more than $250,000 worth of…
LM StaffAug 16, 2023
The all-new 2014 Turf Tracker Stealth’s one-piece 304 stainless steel chassis provides maximum durability, the company says. The spreader motor has been relocated above the spreader and underneath the spreader cover for better protection from obstacles and the elements. A…
Rotary Corp. joined the National Hispanic Landscape Alliance (NHLA) as a supporting member. “Rotary recognizes the growing impact of Hispanic Americans in the landscape industry and supports the efforts of NHLA to encourage high standards of professionalism and leadership within…
LM StaffAug 2, 2018
The new Predator 360SW features a turntable mechanism for frame swivel of up to 60° for easy stump cutting and handling. Powered by a 14-hp Kohler CH440 engine, the 300-lb. unit has an above/underground cutting range of 8 in. and operating range…
LM StaffDec 13, 2013
Kohler Co. created a story-sharing platform to highlight the successes around sustainability achieved by its associates, channel partners and consumers via a new blog, Believing In Better. “Believing In Better is grounded in humility and authenticity that each of us…
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