More Launches From Equip Expo 2026

In case you missed them, here are a few more launches and news from Equip Exposition 2026. 

Co-located with Hardscape North America, Equip Exposition 2027 is scheduled for October 19-22 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. It will remain in Louisville in 2028, moving to the Orlando County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida., Oct. 10-12, 2029, with shows in 2031 and 2033. The trade show returns to Louisville in 2030, and 2032.

Upgrades to Upgrade Productivity

From Ariens & Gravely

Gravely strengthened its commercial mower portfolio with enhancements to its flagship Pro-Turn lineup and the introduction of an all-new Pro-Turn series. Together, the updates provide landscaping professionals with expanded options across the commercial segment while delivering greater comfort, performance, and long-term value.

The company also announced:

• New ZT HD Stealth Limited Edition
• Redesigned single-stage snow blowers
• Upgrades to the MAMMOTH
• New APEX ELITE Zero-turn, and
• New tire structure fleet program

Sharpen Mower Blades

From Hercobot

Hercobot's Hercobot Sharp autonomous mower blade sharpening robot was engineered to sharpen mower blades directly beneath the mower deck. The Hercobot Sharp eliminates the need to remove blades or lift the mower for routine sharpening. Simply place the robot beneath the mower, press start and let it go to work.

10+ New Commercial Equipment & Tools

From Makita

MakitaAttendees at Equip Expo saw new and existing commercial equipment and tools across Makita’s three battery-powered systems, the XGT® 40V max | 80V max, ConnectX™ 36V | 40V max, and LXT® 18V | 36V. The company continues to expand its system of professional outdoor power equipment with 10+ new products:

• 40V max XGT® Backpack Blower (GBU04)
• 40V max XGT® 14” Top Handle Chain Saw (GCU10)
• 40V max XGT® 18” Rear Handle Chain Saw (GCU11)
• 40V max XGT® Single Stage Snow Blower (SN001GL101)
• Six new knit gloves with abrasion, cut and puncture protection
• MakitaAdvanced FitKnit™ Cut Level 3 Protective Arm Sleeves​
• MAKTRAK Expansion: Rolling Tool Box (T-90227)
• MAKTRAK Expansion: Rolling Single Drawer Tool Box (T-90233)
• MAKTRAK Expansion: Compact Tool Box (T-90227)
• MAKTRAK Compatible Low-Profile Sub-Compact Box (T-90283)
• MAKTRAK Compatible Low-Profile Sub-Compact Organizer (T-90299)

Never Underestimating Simple

From Outdoor Impressions Inc.

Outdoor Impressions Inc.STEELWING is a connect-and-release hitch system designed to help contractors get more from equipment they already own. STEELWING lets a tow-capable machine handle the distance, then releases the same loaded wheelbarrow so the crew can continue beyond the machine's footprint for final placement.

With multiple wheelbarrows, one can be loaded while another is being transported and another emptied or spread. STEELWING was designed to work alongside loaders, mounted carts, and other material-moving equipment.

Masport Comes to America

From Masport

Masport is officially launching in North America–and EquipExposition attendees are getting the first look. The outdoor power equipment brand is introducing its first U.S. lineup of lawn tractors, zero-turn mowers and walk-behind mowers while building a network of independent American dealers.

Masport may be new to American yards, but the brand has been making outdoor power equipment since 1910. Founded in Auckland, New Zealand, Masport has more than 115 years of engineering experience and a presence in more than 45 countries. It built New Zealand's first petrol-powered lawn mower in 1938 and has been named New Zealand's Most Trusted Brand for lawn mowers by Reader's Digest for nine consecutive years.

Transforming Track Development

From OTR Engineered Solutions

OTR Engineered SolutionsA track concept design process that once took months can now be accelerated into as little as one day with TrackIQ, OTR Engineered Solutions’ (OTR) innovative AI-accelerated platform. TrackIQ further accelerates the design process by providing detailed trade-off analyses that enable OTR engineers and customers to compare tread patterns across key performance criteria, including traction, ride quality, handling, and durability. This collaborative approach helps customers confidently select a design that balances visual appeal with the performance characteristics required for their application. As soon as the concept is selected, OTR engineers will build a physical 3D representation of the track and provide it to our customers to support final sign-off before committing to prototype tooling.

OTR also expanded its WorkBoss CT and Grass Master XT lines. WorkBoss CT has grown to include 14 sizes, rim diameters from 8 to 24 inches and load capacities from 785 to 8,250 lbs. The Grass Master XT turf tire lineup grew from 8 sizes to 19, as a response to high customer and OEM demand. With options to fit rims from 8 to 16 inches, the Grass Master XT brings its aggressive traction, turf-friendly performance and distinctive styling to a wider range of mowers.