Manufacturers are continually developing new products and further enhancing their offerings to provide landscapers with solutions that will best fit their equipment designs and customer needs.
Every two weeks we’ll provide an overview of the some of the latest products which have entered the landscaping equipment market to help you find what you need for your next project.
Bayer Celsius XTRA Broadleaf Weed and Sedge Control
Bayer has introduced the Celsius XTRA broadleaf weed and sedge control designed to eliminate financial concerns for landscapers as it’s a broad-spectrum solution.
“At Bayer, we are focused on making it as easy as possible for lawn care operators to succeed, so we are thrilled to introduce them to Celsius XTRA. This innovative solution fulfills an unmet and important need for our customers by controlling both broadleaf weeds and sedges, thereby eliminating the risks and hassles of tank-mixing,” said Alison McFee, head of marketing for the U.S. Turf & Ornamentals business.
Features of the Celsius XTRA include:
- Effective on all major warm season turf types, even on St. Augustine grass and centipede grass
- Provides season-long control of broadleaf weeds, sedges and kyllinga species
- Gives lawn care operators greater control
- Reduced risk to turf
Learn more about the Bayer Celsius XTRA Broadleaf Weed and Sedge Control
Kujo Yardwear X1 Landscape Boot
Kujo Yardwear has released a boot specifically designed for landscapers. Per the company’s press release, Kujo’s X1 Landscape Boot offers landscapers lightweight and breathable boots for all day movement while still maintaining important functionality, safety, and water-resistance.
“We have compared the weight of our boots against dozens of the most popular boots being worn on the job. When it comes to safety-toe boots, you’re going to have a hard time finding one lighter than ours,” said Kelsey Martin Kujo’s chief marketing officer.
Features of the X1 Landscape Boot include:
- Asymmetric safety composite toe provides durable protection
- True Form compressed EVA midsole with molded cushioning
- Waterproof segmented polyurethane protects the toecap and lower from water
Learn more about the Kujo Yardwear X1 Landscape Boot
Kohler PRO 300 Hour Oil Change Kits
Kohler is offering three KOHLER PRO 300 Hour Oil Change Kits, consisting of Kohler PRO 10W-50 full synthetic oil and Kohler PRO Extended Life oil filter, to service most Kohler gas engines. Per the company’s press release, when the products are paired together, triple the oil change interval from 100 to 300 hours in Kohler gas engines.
“By eliminating two of every three oil changes, equipment operators can reduce the total cost of annual oil changes by up to 50% while increasing equipment uptime and productivity” according to Tom Vallo, Channel Manager-Service Parts.
Features of the KOHLER PRO 300 Hour Oil Change Kits include:
- Oil filters with 10-micron fiberglass media supported by wire backing to provide extra capacity
- Anti-drain back valve to ensure oil flow in all conditions
- Available in two sizes, depending on the Kohler engine model
Learn more about the KOHLER PRO 300 Hour Oil Change Kits
Ford Telematics Platform and Mobile App
Ford Commercial Solutions has officially launched Ford Telematics, a web-based software platform and subscription service designed to grant fleet managers easy access to important connected vehicle data. Commercial vehicle customers can monitor their fleets with GPS tracking and geofencing, get live vehicle health alerts to plan and limit downtime, set reminders for vehicle service, analyze driver behavior, and help manage fuel usage to potentially reduce costs.
“Fleet operators and managers are always looking for better ways to improve their business, but they can only do that if they have the right data at hand,” says Michelle Moody, Director, Ford Commercial Solutions. “Ford Telematics not only puts that essential information right at their fingertips, its intuitive interface and mobile companion app for drivers make it even easier to process all that data – meaning businesses can focus on what they do best: serving their customers.”
Features of the telematics platform and mobile app include:
- Obtain live vehicle health alerts and set reminders for vehicle service
- Analyze driver behavior and help manage fuel usage
- Mobile companion app for drivers helps associate drivers with vehicles and enables drivers to report vehicle condition
Learn more about the Ford telematics platform and mobile app
Buyers Products Landscape Trailer Accessories
Buyers Products has expanded a line of racks and accessories for landscape trailers with racks for tools such as trimmers, hedgers, blowers, and more. Per the companies press release, highlights include an “all-in-one” storage solution that leaves the floor below it opens for riding mowers. It includes a basket with space for gas cans and loose items, a rack for blowers, a trimmer line holder, and an optional rack for hand tools.
“We built these for the professional landscaper. Landscapers invest a lot of money in their equipment. High-quality, made-in-the-USA storage solutions help ensure that equipment stays in optimal working condition and remains secure. Really, it’s all about maximizing time spent on the job,” said Cynthia Eubank, landscape accessory product manager at Buyers Products.
Features of the Buyers Products Landscape Trailer Accessories include:
- “All-in-one” storage solution that leaves the floor below it opens for riding mowers.
- Basket with space for gas cans and loose items, a rack for blowers, a trimmer line holder, and an optional rack for hand tools.
- Other features include a lockable blower rack, a lockable “multi-rack” for chainsaws or hedge trimmers and multiple sizes of trimmer racks
Learn more about the Landscape Trailer Accessories
