Landscape Management articles from October 2004

Landscape Management archives from October 2004

More thoughts on density.(Best practices: service delivery)(Column)
October 1, 2004... Last month, I wrote about how important it is for a landscape or lawn service company to build route density. When we look at landscape maintenance and turf application companies, the issue of density is really what it's all about. Three...

Business advice on steroids.(On the record: from the boss)
October 1, 2004... The game of business is played with teams. In a team, the strengths of some players make up for shortcomings in others. That's as true in publishing as it is in landscaping or grounds management. It takes dedicated, hard-working team players...

Landscape pros get face-to-face in Toronto.(In the know: news you can use)(Turf Holdings, Inc.)
October 1, 2004... TORONTO -- Roger Mongeon admits he had more than a few sleepless nights when his company, Turf Holdings, Inc., master franchiser of Weed Man, moved into a new facility in Mississauga, Ontario nearly three years ago. His rent increased by...

Symbiot confident, still growing.(In the know: news you can use)(Symbiot Landscape Network)(Company Profile)
October 1, 2004... SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH -- As it approaches its third anniversary, the Symbiot Landscape Network (SLN) has enlisted 385 landscape company partners with about 20,000 employees. Its combined sales total approximately $1.2 billion. SLN claims to be...

Dr. Couch dies at 80.(In the know: news you can use)(Houston B. Couch)(Brief Article)(Obituary)
October 1, 2004... BLACKSBURG, VA -- Dr. Houston B. Couch, 80, one of the first full-time, academically appointed turfgrass pathologists, died Sept. 12 at Montgomery Regional Hospital here. Couch was recognized worldwide for his contributions to turfgrass...

ALCA/PLCAA merger gets OK.(In the know: news you can use)(American Landscape Contractors Association)(Professional Lawn Care Association of America)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... HERNDON, VA -- The Professional Lawn Care Association of America (PLCAA) and the Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA) will merge to form a new association, effective January 1, 2005. This announcement comes after the completion of...

Fund set for accident victims.(In the know: news you can use)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... CALABASAS, CA -- The ValleyCrest Companies has established a fund on behalf of its four employees, members of a single crew, killed in a traffic accident on Sept. 10. The men, all employed by ValleyCrest Landscape Development in Northern...

Ruppert moves into Frederick, MD.(Clippings)(Ruppert Nurseries acquired A Neater Nature Inc.)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... LAYTONSVILLE, MD -- Ruppert Nurseries acquired the commercial landscape management contracts, trucks and other equipment of A Neater Nature, Inc., based in the Frederick, MD, area. It also retained all of A Neater Nature's commercial landscape...

Tensar nabs North American Green.(Clippings)(mergers)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... ATLANTA, GA -- The Tensar Corp., which makes polymeric grid and mesh products, bought North American Green, a provider of rolled erosion control products. North American Green will operate as a subsidiary of Tensar.

Davis Equipment acquires Sun Turf.(Clippings)(Davis Equipment Corp.)(Sun Turf, Inc.)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... ST. PAUL, MN -- The assets of Sun Turf, Inc., a regional supplier of professional grounds care equipment, were acquired by Davis Equipment Corp. of Johnston, IA. The new company will be called Davis Sun Turf.

Emerald Ash Borer moving into Ohio.(Clippings)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... REYNOLDSBURG, OH -- The Emerald Ash Borer (Agrilus planipennis), a destructive exotic pest from Asia, is slowly spreading into northwestern Ohio. Recently it was identified in ash trees in Maumee State Forest in Henry County, OH. It's also been...

ANLA tees up 3 top speakers.(In the know: news you can use)(American Nursery & Landscape Association, Dr. Tom McDonald, Joel Zeff, Tim Sanders )(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... LOUISVILLE, KY -- The American Nursery & Landscape Association (ANLA) is featuring three innovative speakers to headline the 2005 Management Clinic to be held February 2-5 here. Dr. Tom McDonald, who is the first keynoter and has a Ph.D. in...

Carson Industries LLC.(People & companies)(J. Leo Lovato appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... Carson Industries LLC hired J. Leo Lovato as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Carson is a leading manufacturer of drainage products and enclosure boxes for landscaping and irrigation applications.

Weed Man Minneapolis.(Appointment of Gary Becker )(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... Weed Man Minneapolis appointed Gary Becker partner and general manager, and Wayne Golz was appointed general manager of the Madison, WI Weed Man franchise.

Rain Master Irrigation Systems.(People & companies)(manufacturers' representatives appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... Rain Master Irrigation Systems has hired Warren Thoma & Associates (WTA) as manufacturers' representatives in the Midwestern United States and Bartlett Resources as manufacturers' reps in the Northeastern part of the country.

Rain Bird was recently recognized for its engineering excellence with a prestigious AE50 Award.(People & companies)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... Rain Bird was recently recognized for its engineering excellence with a prestigious AE50 Award from the American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE).

Komatsu Zenoah America Inc.(People & companies)
October 1, 2004... Komatsu Zenoah America Inc. named Kunio (Kevin) Watanabe president.

Hunter Industries.(People & companies)(Sarah Poret appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... Hunter Industries appointed Sarah Poret Sales Manager I for both specification sales and contractor sales through Hunter's exclusive distribution network.

The Associated Landscape Contractors of America.(People & companies)(Mark Lay passes the Certified Landscape Professional exam)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... The Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA) announced that Mark Lay, co-owner of AA Tex Lawn Co., Indian Trail, NC, passed the Certified Landscape Professional exam.

U.S. Lawns now in 130 offices, 27 states.(In the know: news you can use)(U.S. Lawns wholly owned subsidiary Valleycrest Cos. expands its business)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... ORLANDO -- U.S. Lawns continues to grow, and now numbers more than 130 franchised offices operating in 27 states across the United States. Recently opened offices include: Asheville, NC, Robin & Donna Smith; Dothan, AL, Peter & Sheryl Toro;...

Sales Symposium targets 'rainmakers'.(ALCA meeting brief: news from the sales symposium)(American Landscape Contractors Association)
October 1, 2004... JERSEY CITY, NJ -- They came here the weekend of July 30-August 1 for a reason, and each person had a different one. For some, the trip to the ALCA Sales & Marketing Symposium was to see what ALCA was about. For others, it was part of their new...

Big city fun.(ALCA meeting brief: news from the sales symposium)
October 1, 2004... The Symposium wasn't all business. After all, participants were in one of the greatest cities in the world and were eager to take advantage of all it had to offer. To start things off, some took a walking tour of Battery City Park at the...

Merger update.(ALCA meeting brief: news from the sales symposium)(American Landscape Contractors Association)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... Kurt Kluznik, president of ALCA, gave an update on the merger of ALCA and the Professional Lawn Care Association of America. The merger was recently passed by a vote. The plan for realignment is: * 7 PLCAA board members will be added to the...

Design/build it and they will come.(ALCA meeting brief: news from the sales symposium)
October 1, 2004... For the design/build specialty group, the program focused on developing a niche in the market, building a compensation structure to motivate sales, nurturing strong relationships with customers, and using design centers and dedicated...

Plan now and prosper in '05: here's how to get the most out of this special "Business Planner" issue.(Business Planner 2005)
October 1, 2004... Now's the time to tee up next season, and you've come to the right place to do it. You'll find much of what you'll need within the pages of this special issue of Landscape Management magazine. For starters, we're offering a complete section...

Resource guide.(Business Planner 2005)
October 1, 2004... Let these companies send you great information about their products. Circle the company's number on the Reader Response cards near pages 196 and 201 and mail or fax it to us today. ENGINES Briggs & Stratton Commercial Power's Vanguard...

Web-based training arrives: a new Web hub features the "Green Industry University," an online learning center with courses to train owners, managers and crew members.(E-Learning)
October 1, 2004... Look for the debut of the Green Industry Hub next month. The GIH is an industry-focused Web site for industry professionals and employees, and is brought to you by the Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA) and Landscape Management....

Make your price fit: here's the answer to that age-old question: how do I price to get the job--and still make an acceptable profit?(Pricing)(landscaping industry)
October 1, 2004... You set your prices strategically by answering the question, "How much can I charge and still get business?" You set them tactically by answering the question, "How much must I charge to make money?" The strategic price is a marketing and...

One thing that always works: ride this 5-step goal-setting approach to new heights of sales success.(Sales)(Column)
October 1, 2004... The concept has been proven, documented, patterned and repeated. Successful people rely on it to ignite the spark of a great idea and turn it into something tangible and profitable. I've talked about this core concept of success for years at...

Build your network: here's how to build valuable relationships with local colleagues and suppliers--and have fun doing it.(Networking)(Column)
October 1, 2004... Networking generates positive, almost magical results. The friendly connections you make with colleagues (sometimes even with respected competitors) can re-ignite your enthusiasm for your chosen profession as it puts your business on a faster...

Your must-have success tool kit: don't leave your office without these critical business 'implements' that will help you build profits.(Building Profits)(Column)
October 1, 2004... People in all walks of life have their tools of survival. A doctor has her black bag complete with a stethoscope, thermometer and medications. A bookie has his book of names, numbers and addresses. And Green Industry company owners need their...

Cash smart strategies: a plan to get your financing where it needs to be to meet your capital expenses and keep growing.(Financing)(Column)
October 1, 2004... Where do you turn when it's time to purchase more equipment or borrow money for growth? The financing options in today's business climate seem endless, yet too often we make strategic financial decisions under duress. The cause? Poor planning,...

Make every client contact count: Create a perception of quality among your clients and watch your sales improve.(Client Contact)
October 1, 2004... Many landscape firms fully realize and embrace the importance of quality service, but they don't yet fully understand how to communicate the perception of that quality. Why is this so important? In a ranking of 16 small cars, the top...

Rules for selling your business: things you need to know before you make a decision to put your company on the market.(Selling Out)(Column)
October 1, 2004... Timing is an important factor in selling a business and, while this may or may not be the best time to put your business on the block, any time is a good time to prepare it for sale. If you have any notion of selling your business in the near...

Why you must have a safety program: get '05 off the right way by putting together a comprehensive safety program ... and then living it.(Safety)(occupational safety and health)(Column)
October 1, 2004... You're a landscape contractor working hard at running your business to make sure it shows a healthy profit at year end. One day, an OSHA investigator unexpectedly shows up at your door. He got a complaint from an unidentified worker alleging...

Tips from 10 top managers: experienced grounds managers clue you in on successful crew management.(Crew Management)
October 1, 2004... Whether your organization is driven by work orders or work schedules, customer service requests or requests from your president, one thing that all grounds managers have in common is that we must manage our crews so that we produce the desired...

Numbers you should track: keeping an eye on daily sales and labor hours will allow you to make in-season adjustments to meet your company's goals.(Numbers To Know)
October 1, 2004... Business owners tend to view their company operating results as something to be completed at year's end. They review their financial statements, tax returns and other key business documents annually to analyze how they did from a historical...

Communication is the key: keeping in touch with your field crews can lead to extra sales, extra savings and better customer service.(Customer Care)(landscaping industry)
October 1, 2004... What are your company's cell phones for? We talked with some of your colleagues who answered, "The success of our business." The technology is everywhere today, and we take it for granted: cell phones, Nextel two-ways, walkie talkies. But...

Focus on financials: figuring out the numbers in your business might be the turning point in your success.
October 1, 2004... Editor's note: This is the last in a series of three articles on your key business drivers. This month we discuss financials. Over the last couple of months, I have provided you with the analogy of looking at our businesses as a...

Growing ... but quietly: while the consolidation frenzy has come and gone, Davey Tree has stepped up its acquisition activities Ken Celmer explains the process.(Acquisition Strategies)(Interview)
October 1, 2004... Recently, the Landscape Management staff visited the headquarters of the The Davey Tree Expert Company. The company is located on a quiet, beautifully landscaped campus just outside the small college community of Kent, in northeast Ohio. The...

David Pitchford: Baton Rouge Lawn Pro/Weed Man/Landscape Resources, Inc.(Inside the owner's head: personality profile)(Interview)
October 1, 2004... David Pitchford owns Baton Rouge Lawn Pro, a $700,000 full-service landscape company located in Baton Rouge, LA. Projected sales in 2004 are $850,000. The company, which has 14 employees, primarily focuses on residential maintenance (70%), but...

A small matter of integrity.(Business ideas: advice you can use)(Editorial)
October 1, 2004... I recently had lunch with my longtime friend Pat, a contractor for more than 35 years. The subject of reliability came up and boy, did he get fired up. You see, Pat does what he promises and is a "stickler" for punctuality. He said, "If...

Certification for your edge: industry leaders and educators developed these programs to elevate the knowledge throughout our industry.(My way: taking the next step)
October 1, 2004... Having uniformed staffs. Branding with logos and printed materials. Displaying a professional image. Savvy landscape contractors draw upon as many positive factors as they can to separate and distinguish their companies in the marketplace....

Control the flow.(Innovations: hot new products)
October 1, 2004... 1 Hunter Industries' commercial valve line includes a new 3-in. ICV,supplied as a combination globe/angle model that permits easy installation in all configurations. The Hunter ICV series, with 1-, 1-1/2 and 2-in. globes in addition to the...

Keep on truckin'.(Innovations: hot new products)
October 1, 2004... 2 For greater payload capacity, a new W5500 HD model joins GM's W-Series lineup for 2005. With a GVW rating of 19,500 lbs., it has a body payload capacity range of 13,228-13,570 lbs. The W5500 HD is also powered by the 5.2L 4HK1-TC diesel...

New mid-size Z.(Innovations: hot new products)
October 1, 2004... 3 Ferris Industries' new line of mid-size zero-turn mowers, the IS 4500Z series, features front-wheel IS Independent Suspension with rear-wheel Active Performance Suspension (APS), providing comfort, speed, traction and a consistent cut. Model...

Blow-by-blow.(Innovations: hot new products)
October 1, 2004... 4 Shindaiwa's EB630RT backpack blower, at 3.9 hp, is considered one of the most powerful blowers in the industry. Now, with the addition of a rapid fire pistol grip handle, it's even better. The new pistol grip assembly provides operators...

'Predictive' maintenance?
October 1, 2004... So you have a solid preventive maintenance program. You're not just changing oil and filters because you know that doing only those minimal services isn't a true PM program. You've carefully dissected service manuals to find all the required...

Prepare the pipes for winter: winterizing your clients' irrigation systems can save you, and them, a ton of stress from damage.(irrigation winterization)
October 1, 2004... More likely than not, your phones are probably ringing in April and May with homeowners and businesses wanting you to start up their sprinkler systems. You schedule a service technician to go to the site and turn the water on, reset the...

Hydroseeders.(LM reports: your guide to product research)
October 1, 2004... Express Blower, Inc. The versatile EB-60 is built to service hard-to-reach home sites, while its capacity makes it right for large commercial jobs. Standard Class-8 four-axle truck has 20,000-lb. front axle, 40,000 rear. Available in...

Western Oregon University: 2003 PGMS Honor Award Winner for School or University Grounds.(PGMS: award-winning Landscape Management)(Professional Grounds Management Awards)(Western Oregon University)
October 1, 2004... A solid student crew is the anchor for the Western Oregon University grounds department, says Landscape Maintenance Supervisor Kevin Hughes. And fortunately, despite a budget crunch, that crew won't be affected. That's good news for Hughes, who...

He beat the 'new field' blues: here's how this top grounds manager overcame the quirks inherent in maintaining a new athletic field.(Athletic Field Management)(Bob Rousselle of Southern Nazarene University)
October 1, 2004... Southern Nazarene University, Bethany, OK, is a private, liberal arts school with a Christian emphasis. And an outstanding athletic program. Founded in 1899 when several smaller Christian colleges joined forces, SNU today serves more than 1,800...

Tame the terrain.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... The Toro power box rake attachment, for use on Toro Dingo compact utility loaders, efficiently transforms rough terrain into a prepared seedbed. It features triple-sealed, shielded roller bearings that stand up to the harshest soil conditions....

Light up your life.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Shed light on your worksite with Genie's trailer-mounted light towers. Got a job that has extended into the evening hours? No problem. The TML-4000N features a narrow, 55-in. width and the TML-4000 is 70 in. wide. UHMW slide pads are used...

Be on your guard.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Shindaiwa's new commercial-grade chain saw, the 285s, is based on the 300s and features 28.5cc displacement and 1.7 hp. It's loaded with features such as an inertia chain brake system, dual bar studs, easy pull SureStart recoil starting system,...

Suck it up.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Schiller-Pfeiffer, Inc., manufacturer of Little Wonder and Mantis Landscaping & Gardening Power Equipment, introduces the Little Wonder 6-hp High-Performance Vac (HPV). It's more than a lawn vacuum--it's an "all-debris" collection system....

Fertigate great.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... The new and advanced EPIC technology from the Irrigation Injection Technologies division of Agri-Inject, Inc. offers hands-off, worry-free precision fertigation that any turf or ornamentals management professional can install, program and...

Root for your rotor.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Rain Bird Corp. introduces the new 5505 Series rotor, what it claims is the first true 3/4-in. commercial grade rotor of unmatched durability designed to provide optimal water distribution efficiency within the 33- to 55-ft. range. Rain Bird's...

To protect and serve.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Tree Pro introduces the 4-1/2 in. wide tree protector called SuperWide to protect your customers' newly planted young trees. The SuperWide protector incorporates all the advantages of smaller sizes, including Tree Pro's proprietary pigmentation...

Tip it up.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Crysteel's new Poly Tipper provides a great alternative for contractors who haul loads that stick to traditional steel dump bodies. Constructed of a durable crosslinked polyethy-lene plastic, the new Poly Tipper offers a non-sticking load...

Seeya, stumps.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Engineered for Bobcat owners looking for a professional-grade stump grinder, the all-new Shaver SC-25-HU StumpBuster features a standard universal bracket fully-compatible with popular Bobcat skid steer loader models. Featuring a powerful...

Grind away.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Bandit Industries' new stump grinders feature heavy duty frames that provide a stable grinding platform and all include a unique bearing pivot design that provides durability and dependability for the up and down and side to side pivot motion...

Fast fungicide.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Syngenta Professional Products has developed a new liquid formulation of its leading strobilurin fungicide--Heritage--for the turf market. Heritage TL (Turf Liquid) offers control of the same turf diseases as the original water dispersible...

Steer straight.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... With rated power ranging from 34 to 76 hp and the full line of Worksite Pro attachments to choose from, there's a model in the John Deere 300 Series skid steers suited for any application. Each comes with a John Deere 250 Series Power Tech...

Plant the seed.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Locke Turf introduces its large area flexible overseeder, using the proven TVM 3077 verticutter that covers a 77-in. swath with three independent verticut heads. Each of these heads is equipped with "banana" shaped blades that are spaced 1-1/2...

Pave the way.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Bon Tool Co.'s line of interlocking paver handling tools now includes a slab mover, sand and base rakes, curb tongs and a new splitter. These new products work in combination with the other tools in the line to provide contractors with all the...

Chip off the old block.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... NSW, LLC has introduced a new product for erosion control and storm run-off applications called Strata Cube Erosion Control Blocks. The blocks can be used as internal reinforcement in banks and retaining walls; a shoreline water diffuser for...

Douse the fire.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... DuPont Professional Products officially entered the pest management and green industries with DuPont Advion fire ant bait. Developed to combat the red imported fire ant, Advion provides control within 24 to 72 hours after application. The...

Nifty nozzles.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Irritrol Systems' new PRO-VAN variable arc nozzles feature an ergonomically advanced "Smart Grip" design that makes arc adjustment fast, simple and pain-free--even when wet. Adjustment ease is the result of a special ribbed edge on the nozzle...

Lop it off.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Corona Clipper is rolling out a new professional line of high-performance loppers that require significantly less force than the competition. Featuring a forged and heat-treated hook and blade, the rugged loppers' deep hook design traps...

Recycle right.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Peterson introduces two new versions of the popular model 4700 horizontal recycler. The new model 4710 is a track-mounted version of the 4700 trailer-mounted recycler. It's powered by a 630-hp Caterpillar C-16 diesel engine. The recycler has 18...

Fluff it up.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Grassroots Technology is proud to introduce the MulchPRO Power Rake attachment for commercial grade, straight shaft string trimmers. The MulchPRO fluffs up and rejuvenates faded and compressed mulch to bring back the original look. It tills a...

I'm walkin'.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Ferris Industries introduces its new HydroCut 36 walk-behind mower featuring Torque Tuned Blades and a 36-in. cutting width. The single hydrostatic transmission found on the HydroCut 36 makes this mower extremely easy to maneuver and operate....

Bad Boy on the block.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Bad Boy unveiled its new 26-hp Kawasaki Lightning Z at this year's Louisville Expo. This liquid-cooled, vertical-shaft model is the latest Bad Boy to come down the pike. It features 1/4-in.-thick solid steel construction, with 2x2 steel tubing...

Trimmer line improvements.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Shakespeare's new Rino-Tuff Gold Trimmer Line is square trimmer line featuring a soft inner core with an abrasive-resistant outer cover. The square design promotes quick impact recovery and a greater cutting mass. Use it in conjunction with...

Hi-tech hydraulics.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... The new Caterpillar 268B skid steer loader features the high flow XPS hydraulic system, a load sensing, pressure-compensating system that delivers maximum power regardless of work tool speed or load. The 268B also features vertical lift linkage...

Clean up time.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Snapper offers three new high-performance power washers ideal for cleaning projects like washing driveways, decks, patios/sidewalks, lawn equipment, etc. Snapper pressure washers cut through dirt, grease and grime to restore them to like-new...

This Gizmow cuts grass.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... What's a Gizmow? In this case it's a commercial mid-zero-turn mower with front-wheel steering. The folks from Gizmow Inc., New Albany, IN, were showing it at this year's Louisville Expo and it was attracting more than a few people who wanted to...

Walk in the park.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Gravely's new 1334 Pro G walk-behind mower features a 34-in. cutting width and an entry-level price. The mower is powered by a 13-hp Kawasaki twin engine, and features the exclusive Gravely Air-Flo Deck, zero-maintenance XL Spindle and hardened...

Built for tough work.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Talk about a brute of a utility vehicle--the AUSA M50 Task, manufactured in Spain, was the heavyweight utility vehicle at this year's Louisville Expo. This heavy-duty machine features a payload capacity of 1,500 lbs. (1,100 lbs. cargo bed), and...

Go and throw snow.(Products: tools of the trade)
October 1, 2004... Grasshopper's PTO-driven 48- and 60-in snowthrowers attach to any front-mount Grasshopper zero-turn units. The discharge spout rotates a full 180 degrees to throw snow up to 30 ft. Durable units feature heavy-gauge welded steel construction...

Events: what, when & where.(Landscaping industry)(Calendar)
October 1, 2004... October 13 Maintaining & Troubleshooting Palm Problems / Brea, CA; 949/454-2409 17-18 Xeriscape Conference 2004--Water: Our Future, Our Legacy / Albuquerque, NM; 505/341-5743; www.xeriscapenm.com 18-20 Int'l. Lawn, Garden & Power...

AlturnaMats.(Resource Profiles)(Floor covering industry)
October 1, 2004... Product focus: AlturnaMats is a leading producer of ground protection mats that are used around the world to protect turf from expensive repair due to damage from vehicles crossing lawns and soft terrain. These popular mats are also used...

Adkad Technologies, Inc.(Resource Profiles)
October 1, 2004... Product focus: GroundsKeeper Pro is business management software for people in the landscaping and lawn-care service industries. Features: * Enter up to 10,000 customers * Charge for regular services * Charge for special...