TCT Series augers
The pitch: The augers are made for heavy duty drilling projects.
The target: Design/build and hardscape contractors
Specs:
- The augers work with General Equipment’s full line of DIG-R-TACH hydraulic earth auger attachments, as well as competitive models. When given adequate torque and down force, they excel in tough ground.
- It’s engineered to withstand high stress. The TCT Series drills in soft sandstone or limestone formations, caliche, hardpan and other tough materials.
Contact: www.generalequip.com
TurfEx TS200 mower attachment
The pitch: It’s capable of spreading seed, fertilizer and ice melter, and the spreader is engineered specifically to maximize mower productivity.
The target: Lawn care professionals
Specs:
- The spreader comes with a universal mount, which helps it attach quickly to most available zero-turn mowers.
- It holds up to 2.5 cubic feet of material and features a corrosion-resistant polyethylene hopper to reduce weight and maintenance concerns.
- The spreading operation is controlled via the manual flow gate and electric-powered spinner, both of which can be actuated from the mower’s seat.
Contact: www.trynexfactory.com
Underhill Gulp Syringe Ultra
The pitch: The Gulp Syringe Ultra can be used for multiple tasks including, water removal from sprinklers or valve boxes, spa and fountain clean-out and plumbing or pipe repair.
The target: Irrigation contractors
Specs:
- Features a 12-inch clear plastic chamber and pumps up to 12 ounces per stroke.
- Constructed from heavy-duty, corrosion-proof materials and has a stainless steel shaft for reliable performance.
- Pump chamber can withstand damage from accidental “run-overs” by carts or trucks.
Contact: www.underhill.us
VariThrow sprinkler
The pitch: The sprinkler sprays the exact shape of a lawn.
The target: Irrigation contractors
Specs:
- It can be installed in less than one hour, which saves time and reduces installation costs.
- A single Varithrow sprinkler can do the work of up to 16 or more pop-up sprinkler heads.
- The water spray distance (called “throw”) is constantly self-adjusting to spray water only where you tell it to, leaving little to no overspray onto sidewalks, driveways, cars or other surroundings.
Contact: www.varithrow.com
Wacker Neuson’s WL 30
The pitch: The articulated wheel loader can be transferred from a summer-time “jack-of-all-trades” to a versatile snow removal machine.
The target: Snow fighters
Specs:
- Offers a heated cab, adjustable seat, plenty of legroom and intuitive controls.
- Has an on-demand differential lock providing excellent traction, and the four-wheel drive with articulated steering offers outstanding maneuverability in confined areas.
- The overall low height allows the machine to work under sidewalk canopies. It also has up to 30 percent lower fuel consumption than skid-steer loaders.
Contact: www.wackerneuson-snow.com
Komatsu WA1200-6 wheel loader
The pitch: The new loader includes environmental, technological and ergonomic enhancements.
The target: Landscapers
Specs:
- The dual-mode active working hydraulic system allows the operator to select between normal and powerful loading, while the oil flow in the working system increases efficiency and reduces cycle times.
- The engine RPM control system with auto deceleration allows the operator to set the engine RPM at the optimum work performance level and control speed smoothly with the accelerator.
Contact: www.komatsuamerica.com
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