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Mowing & Maintenance

Why Won't My Trimmer Stop Stopping?!

Troubleshooting a poorly running string trimmer might come down to the spark arrestor screen.

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Safety Tip: Your ROPS Is There for a Reason

ROPS when used correctly protects ride-on mower operators from injury and death in the event of a rollover.

ROPS in the proper 'up' position

HTA 65 Fixed-Length Pole Pruner

The Stihl HTA 65 fixed-length pole pruner is the newest addition to the family of Stihl lithium-ion battery KombiSystem products.

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Design & Installation

Model 1330 and Model 930 Mini-Loaders

RAMROD Equipment

The Ramrod Model 1330 and Model 930 Mini-Loaders are well-suited to a variety of landscaping projects.

Ramrod Pro Series Model 1330 Mini-Loader

Irrigation & Water Management

5 Key Trends in the Irrigation Industry

Smart irrigation control; more efficient emission devices; more use of drip irrigation; considering alternate water supplies; better customer education

Rotors and heads now have individual adjustments for pressure regulation, spray direction and volume for more efficient use of water. (Photo courtesy of Rain Bird.)

Design & Installation

2015 Skid Steer Preview

Manufacturers focus on giving landscapers the power, speed, comfort, size and agility they need.

Kubota has introduced its first-ever skid-steer loaders this year.

Mowing & Maintenance

Big Goals, Bigger Sacrifice

What Florida Ground Pros must do to keep growing past the half-million mark.

Justin Foley, owner of Florida Ground Pros in Lakeland, FL

Industry Updates

Mike Ariens Dies at 83

Grandson of Ariens Company founder passed away on February 28, 2015.

Mike Ariens

Compact Equipment

2015 Compact Excavator Preview

A look at what's new from leading makers of compact excavators

Mowing & Maintenance

How To Start Making More Money

7 approaches you can take in your landscaping or lawn care business right now.

The profit picture for landscape contractors and their equipment dealers looked pretty similar in 2014. Landscape contractors, however, are more likely to be generating net profits in excess of 10%.

Mowing & Maintenance

The Technician Mission

Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC)

Dealers are looking for new ways to connect with technicians through the EETC, and also train remotely with the help of technology.

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Spreader-Sprayers & Equipment

Proper Cleaning Reduces Corrosion on Spreaders

Maintenance tips for keeping your motorized lawn care spreader in good working condition.

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