Contractor Success Guide - Volume 13

What the Pros Are Doing: A sampling of landscape company profiles highlights a variety of strategies and tactics you can likely put into practice yourself. Also in this issue: Secrets to building a more valuable company, marketing-based social media, secrets to raising prices without scaring customers away, and more!

February 7, 2013

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Performing maintenance ahead of time will ensure crews are ready to go by the time the season rolls around.

How to Maintain Equipment Ahead of Spring Cleanups

Equipment experts explain how to properly maintain equipment ahead of spring cleanups and offer up mulching tips.

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Concert Lineup Unveiled for 2023 Equip Exposition

There will be three nights of concerts at OPEI's 2023 Equip Expo, including Third Eye Blind.

More Vacuum, Better Airflow and a Cleaner Cut With Bobcat Zero-Turn Mowers

More Vacuum, Better Airflow and a Cleaner Cut With Bobcat Zero-Turn Mowers

Built for demanding commercial applications, AirFX decks, available on select Bobcat mowers, deliver an unparalleled quality of cut.

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OTR Engineered Solutions Adds Reaper Tire for Zero-Turns, Tractors

OTR Engineered Solutions has rolled out its Reaper tire for multiple brands of zero-turn mowers and tractors.

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Top 8 Mistakes When Using Outdoor Power Equipment

Here's a list of what landscape contractors should avoid doing when operating outdoor power equipment.

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Equip Expo 2024 Names Keynote Speaker

Kevin O'Connor, This Old House host and home improvement expert, is set to give the keynote address at Equip Exposition this fall, focusing on energizing the landscapers, contractors, dealers and manufacturers who attend the trade show.

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Makita Adds New 40V String Trimmer and Brush Cutter

Makita introduced the new 40V max XGT 18-Inch Dual Rotation, High Torque String Trimmer (GRU07) and 40V max XGT Brush Cutter (GRU06) to its lineup.

Walker Manufacturing to Acquire Model 7 and 11 Hydrostatic Transmission Product Lines

Walker Manufacturing plans to acquire the Model 7 and Model 11 hydrostatic transmission product lines from Danfoss Power Solutions II, located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

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Bobcat Co.'s ZT5000 Zero-Turn Wins 2024 Mower Madness Tournament

The ZT5000 Zero-Turn from Bobcat Co. took home the crown for this year's Mower Madness Championship. Check out more details about the mower and how this year's games panned out.

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Battle of the Mowers

Mower manufacturers provide the inside scoop on how to match the mower to the application and offer a look at the updates in each category.

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Ego Commercial Adds Walk-Behind Commercial Mower

Ego Commercial released its first walk-behind mower for landscaping pros: the LMX5300SP Commercial 22-Inch Aluminum Deck Lawn Mower.

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Stihl Showcases Mowers, Blowers and More at Ride & Drive Event

Stihl showed off brand-new gas- and battery-powered products and discussed programs available to contractors considering switching to battery/electric.

Taking the time to perform maintenance now can save on costly downtime later in the season.

Equipment Maintenance To-Do's

Landscape pros shed light on how preventive maintenance can prevent costly breakdowns and downtime down the road.

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Fleet Electrification Planning and Cost Analysis

How landscape companies can best analyze the cost of converting to electrified fleets.

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Stihl Releases New Battery-Powered Trimmers

Stihl added new battery-powered trimmer options for landscape pros: the FSA 200 and FSA 200 R.

More Vacuum, Better Airflow and a Cleaner Cut With Bobcat Zero-Turn Mowers

More Vacuum, Better Airflow and a Cleaner Cut With Bobcat Zero-Turn Mowers

Built for demanding commercial applications, AirFX decks, available on select Bobcat mowers, deliver an unparalleled quality of cut.

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Green Industry Roll Call: Updates from Bobcat Co., Jobber and More

Bobcat Co. and the National Recreation and Park Association completed several community park projects around the country. Jobber opened applications for its grant program. Takeuchi-U.S. named a new attachments expert.

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Green Industry Roll Call: Updates from SRS Distribution, Yanmar CE and More

The Home Depot acquired SRS Distribution. Yanmar CE named new global CEO. Ruppert Landscape added a new branch manager and expanded in Charlotte, N.C. Find out more about these updates.

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Monthly Musings: What Mowers Landscape Pros Prefer

In the spirit of the mowing season coming into full swing, Green Industry Pros asked readers what type of mower they prefer and why. Here's what they said.

As you shift from snow clearing to mowing and mulching tasks, ensuring your equipment is in top shape is essential.

12 Ways to Ready Lawn & Landscaping Equipment for Spring

To avoid disruptions and delays, it’s essential to maintain and stock up on those parts that take the greatest abuse to minimize downtime and avoid operational interruptions.

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Green Industry Pros Opens Nominations for 2024 Editor's Choice Award

Don't forget to nominate your product for Green Industry Pros' 2024 Editor's Choice Award.

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Project EverGreen Leads Service Project, Provides Updates on Clean Air Calculator

Project EverGreen spearheaded a service project in Raleigh, N.C.'s Sanderford Road Park on March 18 and conducted a board meeting on March 19.

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Yakta Unveils YXR Lineup of Zero-Turns

Yakta, sister company of Arrowquip, has released a full range of its range of zero-turn mowers, including the YXR 710, YXR 610 and YXR 410, with the YXR 910 soon to follow.

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Equip Expo to Add Items to West Wing for 2024 Show

Equip Exposition organizers are taking steps to make the West Wing more comfortable and offer new experiences for attendees in 2024.

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Echo Releases 3-Battery Port Backpack Blower

Echo has introduced its DPB-5800T, a three-battery port backpack blower.

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XL Specialized Trailers Rolls Out XL Knight 80 MFG Trailer

XL Specialized Trailers, a manufacturer of heavy haul and specialized trailers, released the XL Knight 80 MFG Trailer, with an updated and improved mechanical, full-width gooseneck trailer design.

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Denios Showcases Ion-Charge 90 Storage Containers

Denios introduced the Ion-Charge 90 storage containers designed specifically for lithium-ion battery charging and storage.