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Compact Cleanup Solutions

In the wake of snowstorms and natural disasters, it's essential to be prepared with versatile equipment to support restoration efforts.

Compact Cleanup Solutions

In the wake of snowstorms and natural disasters, it's essential to be prepared with versatile equipment to support restoration efforts.

Makita Releases Two New 18V LXT® Couple Shaft Power Head Kits

Makita U.S.A., Inc. has released two kits for the 18V LXT® Couple Shaft Power Head system that include multiple attachments.

Makita Releases Two New 18V LXT® Couple Shaft Power Head Kits

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Makita U.S.A., Inc. has released two kits for the 18V LXT® Couple Shaft Power Head system that include multiple attachments.

Get Equipped: Mowers And Attachments

Take a look at this assortment of mowers and attachments that can add value to your professional lawn care and landscaping services. DEWALT® X554 Professional Stand-On Mower Stand-on functionality with a large platform on the new X554 enables quick on-and-off action to remove mowing obstructions without much job interruption. The heavy duty build and large rear and front wheels are industry leading. The frame is matched with a premium pump and wheel motor transmission for heavy duty use. The large, adjustable hip pad matches operator height for all-day comfort. (The mower is also available in a 48″ model, the X548.)   GPS Tech From Cub Cadet Cub Cadet introduces its first semi-autonomous commercial mowers. The PRO Series PRO ZTM 960 S and 972 S SurePath™ units are now outfitted with GPS technology and an exclusive four-wheel steering system. The operator sets the preliminary cut line, and the PRO Z SurePath units perform straight cutting paths with an auto- zero-turn at the end of each pass with the touch of a button. By utilizing GPS technology, SurePath Auto Steer reduces overlap and cuts perfect stripes for increased productivity. Due to the semi-autonomous nature of the Auto Steer technology, every operator—even new hires—can deliver consistent quality cuts and efficient operation. Plus, the simple and intuitive user experience helps lower the learning curve. Ferris 500S Zero-Turn Mower Ferris Mowers’ latest addition to its line of zero turns comes equipped with the exclusive pivoting front axle and coil-over shocks on each wheel so that ...

Get Equipped: Mowers And Attachments

Mowers And Attachments
Take a look at this assortment of mowers and attachments that can add value to your professional lawn care and landscaping services. DEWALT® X554 Professional Stand-On Mower Stand-on functionality with a large platform on the new X554 enables quick on-and-off action to remove mowing obstructions without much job interruption. The heavy duty build and large rear and front wheels are industry leading. The frame is matched with a premium pump and wheel motor transmission for heavy duty use. The large, adjustable hip pad matches operator height for all-day comfort. (The mower is also available in a 48″ model, the X548.)   GPS Tech From Cub Cadet Cub Cadet introduces its first semi-autonomous commercial mowers. The PRO Series PRO ZTM 960 S and 972 S SurePath™ units are now outfitted with GPS technology and an exclusive four-wheel steering system. The operator sets the preliminary cut line, and the PRO Z SurePath units perform straight cutting paths with an auto- zero-turn at the end of each pass with the touch of a button. By utilizing GPS technology, SurePath Auto Steer reduces overlap and cuts perfect stripes for increased productivity. Due to the semi-autonomous nature of the Auto Steer technology, every operator—even new hires—can deliver consistent quality cuts and efficient operation. Plus, the simple and intuitive user experience helps lower the learning curve. Ferris 500S Zero-Turn Mower Ferris Mowers’ latest addition to its line of zero turns comes equipped with the exclusive pivoting front axle and coil-over shocks on each wheel so that ...

Kubota L3560 Limited Edition Tractor

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Kubota Tractor Corporation has introduced its new L3560 Limited Edition tractor, offering the comfort features of a deluxe factory-installed cab on a compact tractor, at an affordable price point. The Kubota L3560LE features a 37-horsepower diesel engine and easy-to-use electronic HST Plus Transmission for power and productivity, plus a deluxe wide cab for comfort. The new tractor is available now at authorized Kubota dealers nationwide. “The introduction of the new Kubota L3560LE is completely market-driven,” said Kelcey Cockrell, Kubota assistant product manager. “We heard from rural residential and light commercial tractor owners that they need a cab to protect themselves from the elements, inclement weather, or for certain applications. Of course, adding a cab to a tractor tends to add to the price tag, but the L3560LE is engineered with a lot of deluxe cab comfort features at an entry-level price point.” The L3560LE meets the needs of rural residential and light commercial applications, and by adding optional turf tires, it is the ideal turf management, compact tractor for municipalities and landscapers. There is a wide and spacious cab and deluxe suspension seat, both of which come standard on the L3560LE. Other comfort features include tilt steering, swivel seat adjustments and an optional air ride seat, and completely built on a high-quality all-Kubota powertrain, with metal hood and fenders, and cast-iron axles. Kubota’s industry-leading electronic HST Plus Transmission provides easier control and increased productivity. Other performance features include a three-point hitch with a lift capacity of 3,748 pounds at the ...

Snow, Debris Cleanup Easy With New John Deere Angle, Pickup Brooms

John Deere is updating its line of Worksite Pro™ attachments with three new angle and five new pickup brooms. The BA72C, BA84C and BA96C angle brooms and the BP72C, BP84C, BR60C, BR72C and BR84C pickup brooms were designed for effortless cleanup in turf, snow and construction applications. Like all Worksite Pro attachments, these angle brooms are optimized to work with John Deere skid steers and compact track loaders. They’re also compatible with most competitive models. “With new OSHA silica dust exposure rules, contractors are in need of attachments with options that meet these requirements and make contractors more competitive bidders,” said Jessica Hill, program manager, global attachments, John Deere Construction & Forestry. “We designed a new class of brooms to deliver more durability and job site protection to help our customers get the most of out of their investments.” The new pickup brooms are superior solutions for dust mitigation challenges and restrictive barriers, like curbs and sidewalks. These pickup brooms feature a 660-mm (26-inch) diameter brush with standard 50/50 poly-wire segments and optional all-polypropylene brush segments, allowing operators to customize the attachment to their job site. The BR models use bolts for precise brush-contact adjustment, while the BP models incorporate a tool-free system for fast, easy adjustment. BP models feature a 12.7-mm (0.5-inch) single-bevel cutting edge; BR models have a 15.9-mm (0.625-inch) double-bevel cutting edge. Optional 95-liter (25-gallon) broom-mounted or 113.5-liter (30-gallon) roof-mounted water-tank kits are available for dust-suppression applications. An adjustable baffle on BP pickup broom models increases hopper ...

2017 Product Roundup: Construction Equipment and Attachments

ASV LLC The VT-70 compact track loader from ASV features a vertical lift loader linkage for extended reach and a level load. The unit’s operating weight is 8,060 pounds with a tipping load of 6,650 pounds. The rubber track is 15 inches wide. A hydraulic cooling system and diesel engine power the machine. Bobcat Company The first R-Series excavators to launch will include the Bobcat E32 and E35 in the popular 3- to 4-ton size class. There is 29 percent more floor space in R-Series compact excavators than previous models. The E32 compact excavator model has an operating weight of 7,340 pounds. The E35 compact excavator has an operating weight of 7,699 pounds or more, 7,909 pounds with an optional 33.5-hp engine. Boxer by Morbark The 700HDX from Boxer has a hydraulically expandable undercarriage, from 35 to 43.5 inches, allowing the operator to retract the undercarriage for passages 36 inches wide and expand for stability. The Kubota diesel engine has a liquid cooling system and 24.8 hp. The arm has a dump angle of 37 degrees and height of 60 inches. CASE CASE is introducing the DL450, a fully integrated compact dozer loader. The machine operates like a compact track loader with a crawler dozer. The DL450 has more than 30 new patents pending. The main feature of the DL450 is a C-Frame dozer interface that pins directly into the chassis of the machine. Check the CASE website for release date information. Caterpillar From the Cat F Series, the M317F ...

Ditch Witch Ride-On Trencher Delivers Power in Tight Spaces

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Ditch Witch, a Charles Machine Works Company, introduced the new and improved RT80 ride-on trencher at the 2015 GIE+EXPO. “The RT80 ride-on trencher is right-sized for tough utility tasks in tight conditions,” said Andrew Schuermann, product manager, trenchers, for the Ditch Witch organization. “Operators will appreciate the way it powers through heavy-duty trenching and plowing jobs, yet is compact enough to easily install conduit and cable in tight job sites.” It is powered by a 74.5-hp turbocharged Deutz Tier 4 diesel engine. Its compact design and extensive axle capacity give the machine a best-in-class static load rating of 39,000 lbs. For improved versatility, the RT80 has a tight turn radius and is equipped with a three-speed, shift-on-the-fly ground drive control, providing contractors more options as job site conditions and requirements change. Further advancing versatility and productivity, the machine features a standard cruise control system that senses changing load conditions and automatically adjusts for uninterrupted performance. Contractors looking for cost-efficient, multipurpose machines will benefit from the RT80’s versatile attachment selections, including a centerline trencher, sliding trencher, vibratory plow, earth saw, combination trencher/plow, micro-trencher, backhoe and reel carrier. In addition, removable side panels provide easy access to all engine compartments and maintenance points, advancing machine uptime and reducing maintenance costs.