Source: www.TurfMagazine.com
Jain Launches Web Site Redesign
Jain Irrigation, Inc. announced the redesign of its Web site at www.jainsusa.com. The site incorporates a new look and feel, along with database-driven content. Features include company news, searchable products and specifications, detailed product information and images, technical information and a dealer list linked to Google maps. A login system allows dealers and end users to view additional site content and interactive features.
C.S. Trading Named as ATT Distributor
C.S. Trading LLC, Liberty, S.C., has been appointed as the distributor for Advanced Turf Technology, Inc. in North America. C.S. Trading will work with existing dealers and further develop the network. Visit www.csturfproducts.com for details on the complete range of products.
Tygar Volunteers on “Extreme Makeover”
Tygar Mfg. participated on ABC-TV’s reality show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” as part of a community effort to construct a new home for a family in Owensboro, Ky., in seven days. In partnership with Curb Scapes of Owensboro, Tygar assisted with the oversight and installation of nearly 300 feet of landscape curbing for the new home. Curb Scapes is a Tygar certified and trained contractor chosen by the builder, Thompson Homes, for the program.
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Granz Power Equipment Wins MDI Products Contest
MDI Products, Monson, Mass., held a contest asking Mo-Deck retailers to set up a creative display and send a photo to Heather Keithan, senior account manager with Turf magazine. Keithan reviewed all entries and chose Granz Power Equipment’s mower deck display. Granz, based in Salem, N.H., received a $100 Visa gift card and a free ad in an issue of Turf.
Aebi Adds Products
Aebi New England, LLC has added Deutz-Fahr tractors and Hustler mowers to its product line, with models for a variety of applications. Aebi New England is located in Alstead, N.H.
Maruyama Signs Distributors
Maruyama announced agreements with JET Equipment & Tools, Ltd., Burnaby, B.C., and Beaver Valley Supply Co., Inc., Denver, Colo. JET will distribute the complete line of Maruyama professional outdoor power equipment in Canada’s western provinces, including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, the Yukon and the Northwest Territories. Beaver Valley Supply will distribute the line in Colorado, Wyoming, New Mexico, Utah, eastern Idaho, El Paso, Texas, and Elko, Nev.
Converted Organics Gets High Rating in Trials
Archer Daniels Midland conducted a turf trial on natural fertilizers typically used on commercial turf, such as urea. Tested against seven other competing natural fertilizers, Converted Organics 6-0-0 displayed the best overall and consistent quality over nearly two months of evaluation. Fermanian Consulting, LLC conducted the study.
Echo Acquires KPI
Echo, Inc., Lake Zurich, Ill., has acquired Kwik Products, Inc., which has manufactured trimmer heads and line for 12 years. KPI will continue to operate out of Phoenix, Ariz., as an independent company led by current president, Fernando Iacona.
Signature Marks Anniversaries
Signature Control Systems, Inc. marked the first anniversary of its acquisition of Nelson Turf and the first anniversary of the Signature Turf Division. Signature traces its roots back to 1907 via several acquisitions, including the history of Nelson Turf, which dates its origins to 1911. The current company structure and ownership have been in place since 2000.
OPEI and Weekly Reader Debut Educational Program
The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute announced the first phase of a new educational outreach program, developed to teach third through fifth-grade students the science behind lawns’ ability to absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen, cool the air, control dust, reduce erosion and filter water. The program includes experiments, worksheets, games and a Web site and blog by the program’s “spokesperson,” TurfMutt, at www.TurfMutt.com.
Schools in Washington, D.C., and Sacramento, Calif., will be the first to receive educational materials from Weekly Reader, a publishing company that produces resources to support the development of academic vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing skills and fluency.
Country Clipper Presents Awards
Country Clipper announced that Dorian Drake International, Inc., White Plains, N.Y., has earned the 2009 Outstanding Achievement Award for its efforts in international sales and marketing. The company currently covers Australia, New Zealand and Mexico.
All Power Industries, Box Hill, Victoria, Australia, has earned the 2009 Country Clipper International Distributor of the Year award for its efforts in sales, service and marketing. The company currently covers Australia and New Zealand.
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Doosan Receives Design Award
Doosan Infracore received the Best of the Best Award at the 2009 Reddot Design Award Show for the futuristic concept excavator, CX. The machine’s design features an Eco-Transformer concept, which reflects four core benefits: ecology, safety, usability and efficiency. The machine is designed to function at the highest level at various working sites, to be environmentally friendly and energy-efficient, and exhibit high performance even in severe conditions. Development of the excavator is targeted to finish by 2018.
John Deere to Use EGR Technology
John Deere will use cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) engines in its construction equipment to meet the 2011 Interim Tier IV/Stage III B emissions regulations mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency and the European Union for diesel engines 174 hp and above. Exhaust filters will consist of a diesel oxidation catalyst and diesel particulate filter.
CPEC to Manage Fleets for Home Depot
The Home Depot, Atlanta, Ga., has reached an agreement to partner with Compact Power Equipment Centers, LLC, Fort Mill, S.C., resulting in CPEC acquiring and managing large towable fleets of rental equipment in more than 100 select locations of The Home Depot. The Home Depot will maintain management of its Tool Rental Centers. CPEC and its sister company, Compact Power Services, LLC, have secured financing for the initiative from three U.S. private equity groups.
Blount Announces CEO Succession
Blount International, Inc. announced a succession plan for its chief executive officer position. Joshua L. Collins has joined the company as president, chief operating officer and CEO-designate. James S. Osterman, chairman and CEO, will retire as an employee on January 4, 2010, when Collins will assume the position of CEO and retain the position of president. Osterman will remain chairman of the board until the annual meeting of stockholders in May 2010. Collins has been a board member since 2005 and has been involved with the company since 1999.
News from Jacobsen
Jacobsen announced the online availability of hundreds of product service manuals, free to end users and others who need instant access to this type of detailed information. The manuals, for both current and discontinued equipment, can be found at www.jacobsen.com/americas by typing “manuals” in the search box.
Jacobsen also announced a realignment of dealer responsibilities in the western United States. Golf Ventures West, Phoenix, Ariz., was appointed as an authorized golf and professional turf equipment dealer for northern California and western Nevada, the territory previously covered by H.V. Carter Co. C&M Golf and Grounds Equipment, Waco, Texas, was appointed as a dealer for Colorado, New Mexico, western Texas and parts of Nebraska and Wyoming, replacing McPhilomy Commercial Products Co.
Terex Introduces Snow Sales Promotion Program
With the new Terex Snow Sales Promotion Program, customers can choose from a $5,000 cash rebate or zero percent financing for 36 months on select Terex wheel loaders and compact track loaders. Offered through Terex Financial Services, the program applies to loaders funded through December 31, 2009. For more information, call 888-270-3779.
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