New Products

Underhill Sapien 2-wire controller
The pitch: 2-wire allows the contractor to install an entire control system with just two wires (power and signal) running from the controller to decoder/receivers in each valve.

The target: Irrigation contractors

Specs: 

  • Uses the same valve decoders that are installed in a Hunter ICC two-wire system and in Underhill’s Universal 2Wire modules.
  • The decoders will respond to on-off controller commands.
  • Features an exclusive LightTouch screen that “talks” the user through the set-up.


Contact:
www.underhill.us



Sectional Sno-Plow’s LD plows

The pitch: The LD plows are compatible with several types of lighter-duty equipment, including backhoes, skid-steers, compact loaders and tractors.

The target: Snow fighters

Specs:

  • The steel moldboard design is made up of 32-inch wide individual sections.
  • The plow can contour to the surface and scrape snow and ice out of dips and recessions.
  • If a plow’s cutting edge is damaged, only that individual section needs to be replaced, significant cost savings.

Contact:
www.sectionalplow.com



Lawn and turf sprayers
The pitch: Mid-Atlantic Services has expanded its line of custom designed products to include both Lawn and Turf Sprayers.

The target: LCOs

Specs:

  • The sprayers are designed to mount on trucks, tractors, and utility vehicles.
  • The company also offers custom trailer-mounted sprayers, and sprayers designed for use with an ATV.
  • A complete line of poly storage tanks is also available.


Contact:
www.masspray.com



Liquid Fence’s Wasp & Hornet Killer
The pitch: An aerosol spray that destroys the entire nest quickly and comes with a 100 percent kill guarantee.

The target: LCOs and landscape maintenance contractors

Specs:

  • Reaches in excess of 15 feet, getting to most second-story eaves.
  • Available in 13.5-ounce aerosol spray cans and has a botanical scent, leaves no pesticide residue and is safe to use around kids and pets.
  • No ladders or extra equipment are needed to reach out-of-the-way areas where many nests hide.


Contact:
www.liquidfence.com



Mezzo Pizza Oven
The pitch: The wood-fired pizza oven is sturdy and offers a large cooking surface.

The target: Hardscape and design/build contractors

Specs:
  • Offers 810-square inches of cooking area.
  • Has an arched-roof design similar to old-fashioned, traditional ovens.
  • Comes with plenty of thermal mass to create optimum cooking performance. 
  • Constructed of reinforced refractory concrete and assembly is simple.


Contact:
www.stoneagemanufacturing.com

 

Diamond blades
The pitch: Dtec has added a new line of diamond blades for gas-powered cut-off saws to its Superior Series.

The target: Hardscape contractors

Specs:

  • The 12- and 14-inch Superior Blades offer a segmented rim style and specially-designed features.
  • The blades are able to cut steel, concrete pavers, masonry block and brick, as well as granite, stone and tile.
  • Incorporates a reinforced flange to ensure the sturdiness of a thicker blade.

Contact: www.affinitytool.com
 



Pondless Waterfall Vault

The pitch: Developed by contractors for contractors working on small to mid-sized waterfall projects,.

The target: Design/build and irrigation contractors

Specs:

  • Horizontal and vertical water intakes provide circulation, while the built-in water level inspection port allows the lid to be buried out of sight.
  • Designed to improve integration with Aquascape’s AquaBlox water tanks.
  • Comes standard for use with small AquaBlox.
  • Also available with an optional extension that slides on when using the large AquaBlox.

Contact: www.aquascapeinc.com



FTX600

The pitch: The FTX600, Fecon’s new flagship tractor, brings the best combination of cutting performance, track power, ground pressure and serviceability in the 600-hp class of mulching machines.

The target: Landscape contractors

Specs: 

  • Delivers 210 gallons of hydraulic flow to the variable speed mulching head and solid power to the hydrostatic all steel oscillating undercarriage.
  • Fitted with either the Fecon BH300 or BH350 Bull Hog, the FTX600 can achieve 98-inch cutting height and 32 inches below grade.
  • With 5.9 psi ground pressure, this tractor offers less ground disturbance and a lighter footprint than most in the 600-hp class.


Contact:
www.fecon.com



SB-1000 – Salt Box

The pitch: The SnowEx SB-1000 salt box is an economical version of its popular storage systems.

The target: Snow fighters

Specs:

  • Features a highly durable design but is inexpensive, making it ideal for entry-level needs.
  • Constructed from water-resistant, noncorrosive polyethylene, the SB-1000 has a storage capacity of 10-cubic feet.
  • Although it can be used for storing salt, sand and other spreading materials for ice management, the salt box can also be used for holding fertilizer, tools and anything else that requires a weather-protected enclosure.


Contact:
www.trynexfactory.com



Atlantic Water Gardens Oasis Brand
The pitch: The new Oasis Brand includes the Oasis Filterfall and the Oasis Skimmer.

The target: Design/build contractors

Specs:

  • The Oasis brand has been specially designed for smaller waterscape installations.  
  • The compact size offers the perfect balance of features and performance with exceptional strength and durability.  
  • Both the Filterfall and the Skimmer feature a rolled upper rim that provides clean lines and incredible strength while allowing for natural rock camouflage.


Contact:
www.atlanticwatergardens.com



Case C Series Excavators
The pitch: The C Series full-sized excavator line features three new models, featuring increased fuel efficiency, productivity and improved serviceability.

The target: Design/build contractors

Specs:

  • The new Case CX250C, CX300C     and CX350C excavators replace models in the company’s B Series product line.
  • Features Tier 4 Interim-certified cooled exhaust gas recirculation (CEGR) technology that burns cleaner.
  • Delivers 177, 207 and 266 net horsepower (132, 154 and 198 kW), respectively.


Contact:
www.casece.com



BioNutrients Dry Soluble 8-0-9

The pitch: Growth Products BioNutrients 8-0-9 is an organic biostimulant and soil conditioner designed for lawn care.

The target: LCOs

Specs:

  • Contains three species of rhizosphere bacillus (B. subtilis, B. megaterium and B. licheniformis) along with wild cultures of yeast that allow these microbes to successfully colonize the soil.
  • Is a dry concentrate that is fully soluble in water.
  • Available in 8-ounce packs,
  • 100 percent organic.

Contact:
www.growthproducts.com

 

 

March 2011
Explore the March 2011 Issue

Check out more from this issue and find you next story to read.