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Industry roundup: Tobroco introduces Giant D337T X-TRA
Photo: Tobroco Machines Along with the standard Giant D337T, Tobroco Machines says this model will now be available in the X-TRA version as well. The company says that the D337T X-TRA will have a lower...
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Product roundup: Eterra introduces 74-inch Typhoon Brush Cutter
Photo: Eterra Last year Eterra Attachments debuted its 60-inch Typhoon Brush Cutter and this year it adds the 74-inch model. The new attachment has been designed with heavy-duty machines in mind and...
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Preventing fall turf diseases is mainly a balancing act for landscapers
While your customers may think fall is the time things start winding down and they no longer need your lawn care expertise, their yards are still susceptible to a number of turf diseases. Adam Armit, a...
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Enhancing urban sustainability with green roofs and walls
Green roofs and walls are changing the face of modern urban landscapes. They are popping up across the globe like mushrooms after a heavy rain in the fall. But, not everyone is quick to embrace this...
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Conserva Irrigation looks to be national brand via franchises
Photo: Thangaraj Kumaravel/Flickr Russ Jundt had a background in finance, but that didn’t stop him from wanting to make a difference in the green industry. In 2010, Jundt and fellow founder Tom Olson,...
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Industry roundup: Orbit Irrigation Products names new president
Stuart Eyring The board of directors has chosen Stuart Eyring to be the president of Orbit Irrigation Products as KC Ericksen retired from the role yesterday. Ericksen will continue to serve on...
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News roundup: Husqvarna acquires Atlas Copco’s Light Compaction and Concrete...
The Atlas Copco LT6005 and LT5005 rammers feature a slimmer design than previous models, allowing contractors to easily work in tight areas, such as trenches. The Construction Division of the Husqvarna...
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Remind clients that plants still need water even in the winter
Photo: Pexels During the winter, it can be tempting to want to stay indoors until springtime returns. However, customers should be reminded of the importance of winter watering during this chilly...
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Planting between the lines: Utilizing space between pavers
When you take a look at pavers in a landscape, sometimes you may see there are plants present in the gaps between them. This is done for a number of reasons, whether that be to improve drainage or just...
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CTA Architects, The LiRo Group repair Irish Hunger Memorial in Manhattan
One of the solutions employed to waterproof the monument was encapsulating its entire cantilevered concrete slab in the Kemper waterproofing membrane.Photo: Edward Menashy The Irish Hunger Memorial in...
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Turfgrass tips to prep customers’ lawns for the summer
Photo: Grass Seed USA While the approaching summer time will coax more homeowners outdoors with warmer temperatures and longer days, it is important to take advantage of the remaining springtime to...
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Landscapers give their time and talent at Renewal & Remembrance
Crews aerated various lots in need at Arlington National Cemetery.Photo: Jill Odom Landscapers gathered in Washington D.C. once more on July 15-17 for the National Association of Landscape...
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Happily ever after: What you need to know about outdoor wedding preparation
Photo: Pixabay Summer is one of the most popular seasons for nuptials, and customers might already have or will soon begin to ask you whether or not your landscaping company offers outdoor wedding...
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Product roundup: Knikmops offers compact loaders as an alternative to skid...
Low cost of ownership makes the Knikmops Elite KM100 series a good fit for landscaping companies.Photo: Knikmops The Texas-based importer and distributor Miniloaders.com (formerly Compactgiant) has...
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Lawn care: Fall turfgrass diseases to watch for
Rust is a fall disease of Kentucky bluegrass or perennial ryegrass, infecting turf that is slow-growing from limited irrigation and/or nitrogen.Photo: Bayer It is officially the fall season and with it...
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Foliage: What to be aware of when planting trees in the winter
Photo: SiteOne Winter can be a slow time for business, especially if you don’t offer snow removal or Christmas lighting services, but there are still ways to keep your employees busy. While your sales...
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Industry roundup: Carhartt launches Carhartt Company Gear program
Photo: Carhartt Carhartt recently announced it will launch its Carhartt Company Gear program on Jan. 16. With the new Carhartt Company Gear service model, the company says its 130-year-old brand will...
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How to make the most out of the webinars you attend
Photo: Pexels When time is money, webinars might seem like the last thing you think you need to be spending your time on. Yet they can provide valuable information for crews, owners and business...
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BrightView helps revitalize Independence National Historical Park
Photo: BrightView Independence National Historic Park (INHP) is getting some much-deserved TLC courtesy of BrightView Landscapes this spring. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the park is one of...
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Tiny gardens: Making the most of your customer’s space
In the past, it was a common occurrence to have customers who wanted the biggest and most impressive lawns around. While it’s still true that they want their spaces to stop traffic, having a larger...
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