Dealer Manages $2.5M Parts Operation

In this installment of Yard & Garden magazine's 'Day in a Dealership,' a tour of Plano Power Equipment in Plano, TX, shows how this dealer manages a $2.5 million parts operation.

Jun 8, 2010
Latest in Engines, Parts & Shop Equipment
The productivity imperative: Why suspension matters
Sponsored Content
The productivity imperative: Why suspension matters
September 14, 2026
Three bottles of Lucas Oil Fuel Treatment displayed on a truck bed at a gas station with a canopy structure in the background
Lucas Oil Launches Enhanced Fuel Treatment Line
October 1, 2026
The productivity imperative: Why suspension matters
Sponsored Content
The productivity imperative: Why suspension matters
September 14, 2026
Construction worker operating yellow machinery near concrete wall in outdoor setting
Improving Fleet Efficiency With AI & Workflow Automation
September 30, 2026
Related Stories
Tim Peterson's service department in his San Luis Obispo, CA, dealership.
Engines, Parts & Shop Equipment
What's in Your Shop?
Ed Nelson, President and CEO for Rotary Corporation
Mowing & Maintenance
Dealer Demand Tests Aftermarket
Ron Zipp moved Southern Indiana Equipment from an urban setting to rural Lanesville in order to open up his equipment line options. He is still easily accessible, located right off the interstate.
Engines, Parts & Shop Equipment
Indiana Dealer Takes Calculated Risks and Wins Big
The productivity imperative: Why suspension matters
Sponsored Content
The productivity imperative: Why suspension matters
More in Engines, Parts & Shop Equipment
Engines, Parts & Shop Equipment
Pay Off Your Tire Investment in No Time Flat
OTR Engineered Solutions
A look at how lawn care professionals can achieve less downtime using flat-free tires.
Despite a hole drilled into the sidewall of this tire, it remains flat-free.
Sponsored Content
The productivity imperative: Why suspension matters
Ferris Mowers
In the landscaping business, productivity is revenue. Whether you're managing a solo operation or running multiple crews, the math is simple: comfort plus control plus speed equals more acres mowed per day.
The productivity imperative: Why suspension matters
Engines, Parts & Shop Equipment
Lucas Oil Launches Enhanced Fuel Treatment Line
Lucas Oil
Formerly known as The Original Upper Cylinder Lubricant.
Three bottles of Lucas Oil Fuel Treatment displayed on a truck bed at a gas station with a canopy structure in the background
Alternative Fuels
Vanguard & Propane Power Systems Launch Propane Conversion Kits
Briggs & Stratton
Propane conversion kits for Vanguard commercial engines.
Industrial engine and air compressor equipment displayed on metal platform with technical specifications and Vanguard branding
Fleet Management
Improving Fleet Efficiency With AI & Workflow Automation
Fleetio
Discover how automation and AI cut fleet costs, their differences, and how they both can help prevent costly downtime.
Construction worker operating yellow machinery near concrete wall in outdoor setting
Mowing & Maintenance
Why Time Is A Competitive Advantage
Bobcat Company
For landscape professionals, making the most of every hour requires more than speed alone. It takes a combination of performance, maneuverability, reliability and durability that helps crews maintain an efficient workflow from the first property of the day to the last.
Operator on zero-turn radius mower cutting grass in open field with trees and fencing
Fleet Management
Does Battery-Powered Equipment Pay Off?
The Toro Company
Understanding total cost of ownership before making the investment.
Bright green neon lightning bolt symbol glowing against a dark background
Mowing & Maintenance
The Productivity Imperative: Why Suspension Matters
Ferris
In the landscaping business, productivity is revenue. Whether you're managing a solo operation or running multiple crews, the math is simple: comfort plus control plus speed equals more acres mowed per day. Many factors influence productivity including machine longevity, mowing speed and operator endurance to name a few.  But one feature ties them all together: suspension.
Three red zero-turn radius mowers displayed in a green field under a blue sky with white clouds
Software & Technology
AlignOps Launches BusyBusy Equipment Inspections
AlignOps
Equipment inspection software interface showing inspection details, checklist items, and submission form with pass/fail status indicators.
Spreader-Sprayers & Equipment
Choosing The Right Reel For Pest Control
Hannay Reels
Field checks, maintenance tips, and how to choose the right reel for your work.
Landscaper spraying lawn with hose near white pickup truck and residential house
Handheld Equipment
Milwaukee Tool Launches M18 REDLITHIUM FORGE HD15 Battery
Milwaukee Tool
Supercharge to 80% in 25 minutes: The battery that keeps landscapers working in the field.
Construction worker in safety gear holding a red and black power drill on a rooftop work site
Engines, Parts & Shop Equipment
ECHO Launches X Series Tabless Batteries: 5.0 & 10.0 Ah
ECHO Inc.
Built for professionals, ECHO X Series Batteries deliver enhanced performance, longer runtime, and advanced intelligence to keep crews productive.
ECHO 56V 10.0Ah rechargeable battery pack with red and black design
Engines, Parts & Shop Equipment
ECHO Launches Power Manager & Daisy-Chain Charger
ECHO Inc.
Compatible with all 56V ECHO Battery System chargers and tools.
ECHO power distribution unit with digital load display and four outlet ports
Page 1 of 98
Next Page