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OPEI: 12 Questions To Ask Before Powering Up The Snow Thrower
With Winter just around the corner and snow slowly creeping into forecasts across the U.S., it’s important for anyone who will have to tackle the flakes head on to make sure they’re prepared. Winter storms can be unpredictable and the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) encourages lawn and landscape business ...
2022 U.S. Winter Outlook: How Busy Will You Be?
Wondering how busy the snow and ice management part of your business might be this winter? A wet winter is predicted for many northern parts of the U.S., while drought is expected to persist in Great Plains, and parts of the West. From December 2022 through February 2023, wetter-than-average conditions ...
Snow Work And Staff Safety
This information from the Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) appeared in a past year on turfmagazine.com. The advice remains timely, especially as many contractors are facing lower than usual staffing this year, or have new employees on board who may not be experienced with the rigors of the ...
Chainsaw Maintenance Tips For Cold Weather Cutting
Fall and winter are approaching, and given current climate conditions, frigid temperatures are as unpredictable as ever. With harsh weather projected for 2021 and early 2022, it’s crucial for chainsaw users to prepare themselves and their tools for seasonal shifts. Oregon Products, a global manufacturer of lawn and garden, forestry, ...
