Landscape Management articles from December 2004

Landscape Management archives from December 2004

Why we'll get our workers.(On the record: from the boss)(foreign labor necessities in the landscaping industry)
December 1, 2004... Immigrant workers fuel the Green Industry's expansion that should run at least another 10 years barring some unforeseen economic jolt. We can be confident of this growth because of the more than 80-plus million baby boomers. They possess the...

ALCA/PLCAA merger hot topic at GIE.(News From The Floor)(Associated Landscape Contractors of America, Professional Lawn Care Association of America)(Green Industry Expo)
December 1, 2004... CHARLOTTE, NC -- What's in a name? Apparently a lot, judging from the seemingly endless number of individuals at the recent Green Industry Expo who badgered insiders about what the name for the new association formed by the merger of the...

A signature finish.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... 1 A signature finish Exmark's new Navigator out-front riding mower, designed for use on high-end residential accounts, comes available in 42- or 48-in. cutting widths and features a large-diameter blower fan that works with a unique baffle...

Tough trimmers.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... 2 Tough trimmers Shindaiwa introduces two new hedge trimmers, the HT2510 and DH2510. Powered by a high-torque 1.1-hp 24.5cc displacement engine, they're especially designed for the commercial market. Both the HT2510 and DH2510 models...

Roll out the green.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... 3 Roll out the green BlueYellow's innovative turf establishment system features premium seed and fertilizer in a biodegradable roll. The installer simply rolls out the BlueYellow over the prepared soil--it's seed, fertilizer and mulch all...

Intruder alert.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... 4 Intruder alert The Tattletale Portable Alarm System protects businesses and equipment from theft, vandalism or fire. The wireless system works regardless of whether a phone line or power has been cut. Just plug it in, and, since it's...

Rrrrrr. Meet the Pedator.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... 5 Rrrrrr. Meet the Predator Bob-Cat's new Predator-Pro series of zero-turn riding mowers brings more power and speed to commercial cutting. The Generac overhead valve gas engines generate the highest hp available in a vertical shaft...

Squeeze it through.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... 6 Squeeze it through Cub Cadet Commercial's new Z-Wing 48 zero-turn riding mower can get to places other riding mowers can't. With the flick of a switch, the operator can trigger an electrical mechanical-lift that folds up the sides of the...

The pressure's off.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... 7 The pressure's off Bobcat Company's new MT55 mini track loader features more horsepower and a wider track for lower ground pressure, enabling landscapers to get their jobs done faster with less turf disturbance. The MT55 is just 41.5 in....

Ridin' smooth.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... 8 Ridin' smooth Husqvarna's new 4x4 utility vehicle series makes working off-road to transport materials and tools easy. The SureFoot 4x4 system automatically sends power to the tires with the most traction as the driving conditions...

Chemical beat: the old is new again: unique formulations for proven a.i.'s revealed a bigger crop of new T&0 products than those of us at the '04 GIE expected.(Focus On Pest Controls)(Green Industry Expo)
December 1, 2004... While the flow of new chemistry to the turf & ornamental market has slowed due to costs and more stringent regulatory pressure, it hasn't stopped, as evidenced by activity at the recent Green Industry Expo. Product partnerships dominated...

9 steps to effective training: you don't need to have a Ph.D. to design a successful training program, but you do need to have a point person to make it happen. These 9 steps will get you there.(Training For The Future)
December 1, 2004... Six years ago, I was miserable," recalls Jim McCutcheon, president of Highgrove Partners Inc., Atlanta. "I thought our quality was down, morale was low, and we weren't as profitable as we should be. I spent all my time putting out fires." Once...

Events/GreenBook 2005.
December 1, 2004... Foreign meetings and those outside the continental United States are highlighted for a faster find January 2005 3-Feb 18 Winter School for Turf Managers / Amherst, MA, University of Massachusetts Extension; 413/545-0895;...

Key associations/GreenBook 2005.(Lawn and garden service)(Brief Article)(Calendar)
December 1, 2004... Associated Landscape Contractors of America/Professional Lawn Care Association of America (Editor's note: PLCAA & ALCA merging 1/1/2005) 800/395-ALCA Fax: 703/736-9668 www.alca.org www.plcaa.org Key Events: ...

University contacts/GreenBook 2005.(Directory)
December 1, 2004... Alabama * Auburn University Web site: www.auburn.edu Dr. Joseph T. Hood; Ph: 334/844-3999; Fax: 334/844-3945 email: jhood@acesag.auburn.edu * Alabama Agricultural & Mechanical U. Web site: www.aamu.edu Dr....