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Billy Goat Offers Equipment Deals For Goatoberfest
Billy Goat, manufacturer of property cleanup products, is celebrating its annual Goatoberfest* campaign, a Fall Clean-up Spectacular providing combo deals plus finance options that support contractors through the optimal leaf season. Through 12/31/20 at participating dealer stores, Goatoberfest specials are being offered on any combination of blowers (starting at 9 gross hp†) with any Billy Goat 13.0 – 37.0 gross HP† debris loader. When combined with the company’s “Recovery Financing**” Special of up to 120-day deferred and zero down or low interest options up to four years, landscape contractors can benefit from Goatoberfest savings with the lowest financing ever offered by Billy Goat. Billy Goat offers an extensive line-up of blowers from 6.0 to 35.0 gross HP†. Force wheeled blowers are up to 34% lighter and have up to 52% more debris blowing force and up to 55% more air velocity than others on the market. Aim n Shoot™ technology directs air flow where it’s needed, directly from the blower’s handle. The award-winning Hurricane X3000 and Z3000 zero turn stand-on blowers features optimum commercial leaf and debris clean up from seamless operating controls to directional blowing options including left, right, and center. The Patented Quad Control Handle System™ provides seamless forward/reverse direction, automatic return to neutral, integrated operator presence control and a self-activating parking brake. The Patented Dual Deflector Air Flow System™ allows the operator to change angle of air flow for deeper more efficient cleaning of leaves and debris. And, the award-winning Next Gen Debris Loader series (shown here) ...
Briggs & Stratton Files For Bankruptcy Protection
Citing challenges faced during COVID-19, Briggs & Stratton Corporation announced it has filed for bankruptcy protection under Chapter 11. The world’s largest producer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment, the company designs, manufacturers, and markets power generation, lawn and garden, and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Simplicity®, Snapper®, Ferris®, Vanguard®, Allmand®, Billy Goat®, Murray®, Branco®, and Victa® brands. The move allows for a court-supervised voluntary reorganization and helps the company address its debt obligations while continuing to operate. Todd Teske, Briggs & Stratton’s Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “Over the past several months, we have explored multiple options with our advisors to strengthen our financial position and flexibility. The challenges we have faced during the COVID-19 pandemic have made reorganization the difficult but necessary and appropriate path forward to secure our business. It also gives us support to execute on our strategic plans to bring greater value to our customers and channel partners. Throughout this process, Briggs & Stratton products will continue to be produced, distributed, sold and fully backed by our dedicated team.” As part of the filing, Briggs & Stratton entered into a definitive stock and asset purchase agreement with KPS Capital Partners, LP. Under the terms of the agreement, KPS will assume certain customer, employee and vendor liabilities, and will act as the stalking-horse bidder through a court-supervised sale process (known as a Section 363 process). Among other things, the sale agreement is subject to higher or better bids from other ...
Get Equipped: Small Engine & Handheld Equipment
Take a look at these four small engine & handheld equipment products that can improve your professional lawn care services. Commercial Cordless Series by EGO The EGO Commercial Cordless Series is a new line of battery powered outdoor power equipment that features an advanced backpack battery. It delivers the power of professional gas equipment, all day run time, and industry best recharging time; making this a groundbreaking innovation and a true gas alternative for landscaping professionals. The Series features a commercial grade 15″ String Trimmer; 600 CFM Blower; and a 25.5″ Hedge Trimmer. All tools are powered by the battery backpack and every EGO tool is backward compatible with the Power + line-up previously sold at Home Depot and Professional Outdoor Power Equipment Dealers around the country. 535LST Trimmer from Husqvarna The Husqvarna 535LST is a trimmer in the versatile 35cc class, built for tough commercial use. Top class performance is provided through its raw powered X-Torq® engine, unique ergonomics, and excellent durability. This powerful trimmer with bevel gear is designed to withstand high torques. The machine has a robust construction with durable components and is easy to maintain—delivering trouble-free usage. The patented X-Torq® engine delivers more power and less fuel consumption and exhaust emissions compared to a conventional engine. View the new Husqvarna Z400 Series of zero-turn mowers here. BGA 200 Blower from STIHL The BGA 200 is the most powerful, dedicated handheld blower in the STIHL range. Part of the STIHL AP Series of battery products, the BGA ...
Billy Goat Introduces Dedicated Self-Propelled Auger
Billy Goat has introduced the AGR1300H Auger, the only dedicated self-propelled auger on the market in its class. The unit produces up to 350 foot pounds of torque (the highest bit torque in its class); lift assist struts; and a patent-pending Z-Link™ for straight-line drilling with limited repositioning. The AGR1300H includes intuitive hydro-drive controls, also featured in Billy Goat sod cutters, aerators, overseeders, and brush cutters for ease of customer experience across multiple products, fatigue-free transport, and standardized fleet management. Variable speed forward and reverse is standard and the drive is separate from the drill, eliminating the need to switch to drive or drill mode. On uneven or hilly terrain, a foot-operated spring loaded parking brake on both rear wheels helps to stabilize the machine and a rotating, lockable head makes it easy for straight-line drilling. Pivoting front casters and high flotation rear turf tires provide smooth transport to the job site and from hole-to-hole. The rig also fits through a 36″ gate seamlessly. For simple transport, the unit fits in the back of a 6’ pickup truck with the bit on. Additionally, the Billy Goat Text to Video readily offers instruction for start-up and operation via video from a mobile device. The unit comes standard with a 13 HP, 390cc Honda GXV that powers a 10 GPM pump/motor package and easily handles 2″ to 18″ bits.
New Next Gen 25″ PLUGR® Aerator From Billy Goat
Ideal for commercial applications, the Next Gen PL2501 Ser. 25″ PLUGR® from Billy Goat Industries offers up to 42,550 square foot of aeration per hour in a single pass and an estimated +30% greater return on investment versus traditional drum units. With its exclusive Variable Aeration Density (VAD™), operators can vary hole spacing from 8 to 45 holes per square foot allowing for the versatility of pulling plugs at the density suited for turf conditions plus at .5 mph, it will produce 45 holes per square foot for patch repair and seed bed prep. The machine’s reciprocating action drives plugs up to two times the depth of drums and aerates in wet or dry conditions. The unit features self-propelled rear-wheel hydro-drive and front wheel casters for ultimate in-ground turning. Along with patent pending EZ Lift n Drop™ tine engagement/disengagement, the tines gently drag across obstacles in the aeration path with the simple release of a lever — without interrupting aeration. Simple, intuitive hydro-drive controls allow feathering the speed with finger-tip access and match the Billy Goat family of hydro-drive products for common “feel” and fleet consistency. The patent pending EZ Lift™ rear foot pedal lifts and locks tines for added maneuverability when using the reverse feature or when transporting the unit. No-tool flip-up hoods offer interior machine and belt access, plus a mere six tines, versus up to 42 on a 26” drum unit, means quick and easy service. Additionally, a 40 pound capacity water weight tank is positioned directly ...
Billy Goat F1402 Wheeled Blower For Larger Jobs
Ideal for larger size property and commercial applications, the new F1402 Ser. Vanguard®-powered Force™ wheeled blower from Billy Goat offers cyclonic air filtration for better protection from debris with extended filter replacement up to 600 hours and TransportGuard®, which prevents mixing of fuel and oil during transport. The Billy Goat® F1402 features 16-blade advanced fan technology with composite housing for less weight and lower fatigue when pushing. Patented Aim N Shoot™ allows the operator to direct the air discharge from the operator station and concentrates the air stream for the strongest blowing force in the market (up to 52% more concentrated) for the ultimate combination of CFM and PSI to get more work done. For added operator comfort, the F1402 is available in self-propelled. Force blowers are up to 30% lighter than other units on the market and are easier to push. Smooth rounded housing eliminates air voids for quiet output and the proven design won’t rust or dent, and is backed by a 5-year limited housing warranty*. Billy Goat’s complete line of wheeled blowers include 6-, 9-, 10-, 13-, 14- and 18-gross HP† models. †Power rated by engine manufacturer. Vanguard: All power levels are stated gross horsepower at 3600 RPM per SAEJ1940 as rated by Briggs & Stratton. *Complete warranty details can be found in Operations Manual. Billy Goat Industries, Inc., a subsidiary of Briggs & Stratton Corporation, is a manufacturer of property cleanup products.
Billy Goat Expands Line Of Stand-On Blowers
Billy Goat® will broaden its world class Force™ pedestrian blower line starting in January 2019 with the new addition of the Hurricane™ X3 and Z3 zero turn radius stand-on blowers, for the largest line of blowers on the market. Ideal for full-size landscapers, schools, parks departments, golf, sport field, estate properties and street departments, these best in class stand-on blowers take commercial leaf and debris clean-up productivity to a whole new level. The feature-rich Billy Goat Hurricane boasts an array of distinctive components that set this machine apart from others on the market. A Patented Quad Control Handle System™ offers seamless operation of forward/reverse direction, automatic return to neutral, integrated operator presence control and a self-activating parking brake. The Joystick Deflector Control provides quick and easy adjustment of airflow from left, right or forward directions, eliminating the need to blow in reverse. The unique blower housing design efficiently draws air from both sides of the housing to move more air faster and quieter, up to165+ MPH. Combined with the patented Dual Deflector Airflow System™, allowing the operator to change the angle of airflow for deeper, more efficient cleaning of leaves and debris, this machine doubles down on performance and productivity so operators can get more done in less time. And with air shutdown on all three discharges, along with convenient front and rear built-in tie-downs, all points of machine transport is a cinch. More features for best in class productivity include a Torsion Mounted Front Axle Assembly to negotiate curbs ...
