KIOTI RX6010C Utility Tractor
The pitch: The KIOTI RX6010C utility tractor has a 59-hp Daedong diesel engine.
- The telescoping category II three-point hitch of the RX6010C provides 3,710 lbs of lifting power.
- Controlled from the operator's station, the hitch is available to operate a wide range of KIOTI and other implements and attachments.
- The front-end and hood design has a new one-touch hood control release, which simplifies and helps speed routine servicing and maintenance.
For more information: www.kioti.com
LiveRoof Maxx Module
The pitch: The LiveRoof Maxx module (1 ft. x 1 ft. x 3¼ in.) is for extensive green roofs with soil depths of up to 8 in.
- Meets the requirements of codes and regulations that call for 8 in. of planting medium.
- Expands plant palettes suitable for arid climates.
- With its 1 sq. ft. size, Maxx modules can be used for small vegetable, herb or flower gardens on the balconies and rooftop patios of apartment and condo buildings.
For more information: www.liveroof.com
Olsen Pavingstone's Infinity Cobble Collection
The pitch: The Infinity Cobble Collection is Olsen Pavingstone's new line.
- You can choose the size of the paver, the shape, the color, the texture, tumbled or non-tumbled, and the pattern in any combination you want.
- The Infinity Cobble Collection offers four textures, seven sizes and seven colors.
- Colors include, tan/brown, gray/charcoal, limestone, sandstone and hazelnut; textures include beveled, flat top and skiffer top.
For more information: www.olsenpavingstone.com
Powerblanket Multi-Duty Blankets
The pitch: The Powerblanket multi-duty heating blanket provides an environmentally-friendly solution for curing concrete, thawing frozen ground and protecting construction materials and machinery from freezing.
- Featuring patented GreenHeat Technology, the blanket uniformly distributes an insulated barrier of heat while consuming low levels of energy.
- The blankets can also typically thaw frozen ground to a depth of 24 in.
- The blankets are offered in several standard sizes ranging from 2x2 ft. to 11x23 ft., and custom sizes are available by request.
For more information: www.powerblanket.com
Rain Bird XF Barbed Insert Fittings
The pitch: Rain Bird's new 17mm XF Barbed Insert Fittings are designed to connect pipes and branches of Rain Bird's XF Series Dripline.
- A larger center flange gives contractors increased leverage and an improved grip.
- The improved tapered angle of the barb and a longer lead-in provide a smooth transition into the tubing.
- A second barb and the addition of a "Tube Stop" ensure complete insertion and help prevent blowouts.
- Available in brown and in six different models to suit a wide variety of applications.
For more information: www.rainbird.com.
SnowEx Electric-Powered Push Sprayer
The pitch: SnowEx presents its new SL-80 and SL-80SS push sprayers for ice management on sidewalks and other small areas.
- Available with a powder-coated steel frame (SL-80) or stainless steel frame (SL-80SS), both sprayers have a 12-gallon, corrosion-resistant polyethylene tank.
- Each model includes an adjustable-height boomless nozzle, which sprays most salt brine and liquid ice melters up to 48 in. wide.
- The units also come with an adjustable spray wand for spot-spraying applications.
For more information: www.trynexfactory.com
Terex Skid-Steers
The pitch: Terex introduces its new line of skid-steer loaders – vertical lift path and radius lift path – to complement its' line of compact equipment.
- Offers 10.5-in. ground clearance and 26-degree rear angle of departure on medium-frame loaders (TSR50/60 and TSV50/60) and 29-degree on large-frame loaders (TSR70/80 and TSV 70/80).
- High-axle torque enables Terex skid-steer operators to push material, dig, grade and drive through the tough conditions.
- Terex skid-steer loaders also offer 25-gal. fuel tanks in the medium-frame loaders and 30-gal. fuel tanks in the large-frame models.
For more information: www.terex.com
United Turf Alliance Optimizer Green Shade
The pitch: Optimizer Green Shade enhances turf quality and appearance, while blending color variations caused by stress, phytotoxicity and cultivar inconsistency.
- Protects turf from the negative impact of UV sunlight and is tank mix compatible with most fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, wetting agents and plant growth regulators.
- It may be used as a recurrent component of a spray program and to provide green color to dormant turfgrass.
- The labeled application rate for Optimizer Green Shade is 15-20 fl. oz. per acre applied in a minimum of 50 gal. of water per acre.
For more information: www.utaarmortech.com
Wright Sport X Mower
The pitch: Wright Commercial Products has introduced a new Sport X mower based on Wright's Stander X.
- The Sport X mower is equipped with an easy to use deck-lift system and Wright's new AERO CORE deck design.
- The height of the large 48-inch, 52-inch or 61-inch decks can be adjusted on the fly, and the 9.5 mph cut.
- The fold-away seat is positioned so the operator can step off for quick exits or to remove debris, and the mower stops immediately.
For more information: www.wrightmfg.com
Explore the January 2012 Issue
Check out more from this issue and find your next story to read.
Latest from Lawn & Landscape
- LawnPro Partners acquires Ohio's Meehan’s Lawn Service
- Landscape Workshop acquires 2 companies in Florida
- How to use ChatGPT to enhance daily operations
- NCNLA names Oskey as executive vice president
- Wise and willing
- Case provides Metallica's James Hetfield his specially designed CTL
- Lend a hand
- What you missed this week