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Get Equipped: Spreaders, Sprayers And Seed
This assortment of spreaders, sprayers and seed can add value to your professional lawn care and landscaping services. SGXL From Steel Greenm As Steel Green Manufacturing’s largest machine yet, the SGXL was designed to meet the need for a larger, more versatile machine for lawn care professionals. It has a 120- gallon spray capacity and 14′ four-section rear breakaway boom with electric hydraulic lift actuators. The SGXL features a 35 HP Kawasaki engine, 100′ hose reel, 2.5-gallon foam marker, LED light bar, hillside assist system, and pressure control system. Its 12 MPH transport speed and 27-gpm centrifugal pump save time. The SGXL is a multifunction applicator with industry-leading capacity and versatility. Scag Turf Storm® The new Turf Storm stand-on spreader/ sprayer from Scag Power Equipment will help maximize productivity with 60 gallons of right-sized liquid and 220 pound dry/granular capacities. An 8′ wide fold-away spray boom with five nozzles delivers spraying widths of 2′, 6′, 8′, or 10′. Dry/granular materials can be spread up to 25′ wide thanks to a high-torque electric spreader motor. A powerful and efficient 21 HP Vanguard engine delivers ample power. The machine’s 50-amp charging system ensures dependable spreader operation and battery life. The Scag Turf Storm features a 2-year commercial warranty. SiteOne LESCO 300m SiteOne® Landscape Supply launches its new line of LESCO® ride-on spreaders and sprayers, including the LESCO 300 Applicator Model. It features a 100% stainless steel frame and coated Peerless transaxle to resist corrosive granular chemicals for added life. With zero-turn drive ...
New Scag EVZ Electrifies Lawn Care
Scag Power Equipment introduces an electric-powered zero-turn riding mower: the EVZ. The EVZ is the first electric-powered unit in Scag’s lawn mower lineup. Clean and quiet operation is ensured whether the EVZ is used at home or on the job. Operators will no longer have to deal with a noisy engine, smelly exhaust, or messy gas cans to keep their lawns looking great. The EVZ is powered by a Vanguard® 48V 5kWh Lithium-Ion commercial battery pack. A Smartec® by Hydro-Gear ZT-2800e™ electric drive system delivers smooth drive power and incredible maneuverability. Smartec D2e™ cutter deck motors provide strong cutting power, yet deliver maximum efficiency for extended run time. The machine features Scag’s Hero™ cutter deck to provide quality-of-cut. Heavy-duty construction ensures years of dependable service and worry-free productivity. Aluminum, sealed ball bearing, blade-drive spindles provide reliable performance season after season. A low-maintenance design offers: fewer grease points; no engine oil to change; and no belts to replace. A variety of features further enhance this mower experience, including standard LED lights which illuminate the way to and from the garage or trailer in low-light conditions. A full-featured display screen shows battery charge level, total hours of machine run time, and system diagnostics. Onboard Bluetooth capabilities offer remote troubleshooting through the Smartec Connect™ and Smartec MyMow® apps. For more Scag news click here.
Scag Backs Camaro in July 4 NASCAR Cup Series
Scag Power Equipment, manufacturer of commercial riding, stand-on and walk-behind lawn mowers, has partnered with Richard Petty Motorsports (RPM) for the NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) Jockey Made in America 250 Presented by Kwik Trip at Road America on Sunday, July 4. Scag Power Equipment will be the primary partner of the No. 43 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE piloted by Erik Jones, at America’s National Park of Speed, located in Elkhart Lake, WI. “We are beyond excited to partner with Richard Petty Motorsports to place the Scag brand on the legendary No. 43,” Chris Frame, president of Scag Power Equipment, said. “Off the track, we have an existing relationship with Richard Petty and Victory Junction . We are thrilled to now team up on the track. Making this a perfect scenario for us, Road America is our ‘home track,’ as we are headquartered only an hour’s drive away, and Scag is the ‘Official Lawn Mower of Road America.’ We are an American company, and the race on Independence Day adds a greater level of excitement for everyone involved.” The Jockey Made in America 250 Presented by Kwik Trip at Road America will be broadcast live on NBC on Sunday, July 4 at 2:30 p.m. (ET). It will also broadcast live on the Motor Racing Network (MRN) and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.
Scag Formalizes Partnership With Gary Sinise Foundation
Scag Power Equipment has formalized its partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation, whose mission is to serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. Since 2018, Scag has been contributing to the Foundation’s First Responders Outreach program, which provides critical funding for emergency relief efforts, essential equipment, PPE, and training to ensure our first responders have what they need to perform to the best of their abilities. The Foundation also builds 100% mortgage-free specially adapted smart homes for those severely wounded in the line of duty, and provides home modifications, adapted vehicles, and mobility devices to injured, wounded, ill, and aging first responders. “Scag Power Equipment has long been a supporter of America’s Heroes – fire, police and EMT personnel; military and military Veterans – through our ‘Simply the Brave’ initiative. We respect and honor all those who serve to keep our country and its citizens safe and free, day in and day out. We humbly offer our thanks to these heroes for all that they do,” said Chris Frame, President of Scag. Khristina Cook, associate director of Integrated Marketing for the Gary Sinise Foundation stated, “We are incredibly grateful for Scag’s generosity and ongoing support of our First Responders Outreach program, and are thrilled to continue our partnership in honor of our nation’s everyday heroes.” The Gary Sinise Foundation was established under the philanthropic direction of award-winning actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise, who has been an advocate of our nation’s ...
Industry News: Project EverGreen; Scag; Albaugh; Davey Tree; and Brilar
Project EverGreen Announces 2021 Officers & Board Project EverGreen announces the appointment of its 2020-2021 officers and board of directors. Joe Shooner of Focal Point Communications returns as president of the national non-profit. Joining him are Kevin Laycock of SiteOne Landscape Supply as vice president/president-elect and Fred Haskett of The Harvest Group as secretary/treasurer. The 2020-2021 Board of Directors includes: Beth Berry, Real Green Systems; Scott A. Bills, CSFM, Sports Field Solutions, LLC; Cayla Chamberlin, Rocket Community Fund; Tim Demerath, PBI-Gordon; George Furrer, United Turf Alliance, LLC; Boyd Montgomery, The Toro Company; Blaine Pinkerton, Nufarm; Linda Satter, Sipcam-Agro; Takisha Truss, Bayer Crop Science, Environmental Health; Alan White, Turf Systems, Inc.; and Ashley Williams, TKXS. Project EverGreen is a national non-profit committed to bringing people together to make a difference in how yards, parks, and communities create a greener, healthier, cooler Earth. Key programs include GreenCare for Communities and GreenCare and SnowCare for Troops.™ Scag Power Equipment Names 2020 Distributor of the Year Midwest Equipment and Supply Company (MWE) of Evansville, IN, has been chosen as the Scag 2020 Distributor of the Year. According to Chris Frame, President of Scag Power Equipment, “The Midwest Equipment team has continued their history of outstanding work in support of the Scag product and brand. Despite the challenges presented by the circumstances of this past year, MWE has not only maintained their effort and focus, but has taken their dealer education and promotional initiatives to new levels.” Midwest Equipment & Supply Co., Inc., traces its ...
Get Equipped: Deicing Products
Take a look at this assortment of deicing products that can improve and add value to your professional snow and ice management services. Quad Boom From High Country Spray Systems The Quad-Boom from High Country Spray Systems is a new four-width spray path boom specially designed for anti-icing and deicing work. Capable widths are 8′, 12′, 20′, and 40′ with in-cab controller. Features include: Ability to work easily in close quarters, or cover large areas with a single pass; Save time covering a 40′ wide path in a single pass; Save money by getting big truck coverage with your 3/4 ton to two ton truck, and not give up your small area and close quarters ability; Available on all production models including 205, 305, and 450 gallon systems; Part of a new Airport Edition sprayer line coming soon from High Country Spray Systems. Turf Storm From Scag The heavy duty construction of the new Turf Storm stand-on spreader-sprayer means years of dependable service and worry-free productivity. Important structural components are made of stainless steel to resist the effects of consistent exposure to commonly used, highly corrosive chemicals. Right sized dry and liquid capacities include a 220-pound hopper and dual 30-gallon liquid tanks (60 gallons total) with drain valves for easy draining and cleaning. Spraying widths up to 10′ help get the job done. Stable machine balance ensures sure footing while eliminating the need for locking front casters, and a spacious operator platform (with extra-large operator comfort cushion) paired with ...
Get Equipped: Construction Equipment
Take a look at this assortment of construction equipment that can improve your professional lawn care and landscaping services. SmartGrade™ 333G Compact Track Loader From John Deere The new John Deere SmartGrade™ 333G Compact Track Loader combines the versatility and convenience of a compact track loader with the power and reliability of a crawler dozer. By integrating new technologies, the SmartGrade 333G Compact Track Loader comes fully equipped to offer ultimate adaptability and transportability. The implementation of SmartGrade on the 333G is the first time a fully integrated grade control technology is available on compact equipment. The SmartGrade 333G expands the capabilities of those working in site development, landscaping, residential, and commercial building operations. In addition to the SmartGrade technology, operators will also benefit from the incorporation of the new control solution, DozerMode. With the push of a button, DozerMode enables the EH joystick control system to function like a crawler dozer. DozerMode is beneficial when operating the machine-equipped six-way dozer blade attachment that can both cut a grade and spread materials, streamlining attachment needs and setup time. In combination with the SmartGrade technology, the blade reduces the amount of operator input, ultimately lowering operator fatigue. John Deere has also introduced the 4M Heavy-Duty Tractor. Read about it in Get Equipped PREVIEW: Construction Equipment. B2401 Compact Tractor From Kubota Introducing the B2401, which adds two new models to Kubota’s B01 Series of compact tractors—the B2401DT and the B2401DT Narrow. Both models come standard with a gear drive transmission and a ...
