New Products

BOB-CAT ProCat SE
The pitch: New to the BOB-CAT ProCat line of premium mid-sized commercial riding mowers are two commercial models.

  • The new BOB-CAT ProCat SE features an open frame design for enhanced visibility and a low seat platform for an enhanced center of gravity.
  • Features a high back seat that adjusts to fit the rider, and a custom operator zone with controls.
  • The ProCat SE comes with a choice of 52- or 61-inch deck, Kohler Command Pro engines with canister style air filters and an EPA-compliant fuel system with 14-gallon fuel capacity that offers ground speeds up to 11.5 mph.

For more information: www.bobcatturf.com


Knaack PACK RAT Drawer Units

The pitch: Knaack and WEATHER GUARD Products’ PACK RAT Drawer Units for truck and vans offers access to hundreds of pounds of tools and supplies while leaving floor space open for hauling materials.

  • Made from 14-gauge steel.
  • Anti-skid strips on top of the drawer assembly offer traction for wet and muddy boots.
  • Drawers can carry up to 425 pounds of equipment.
  • Full weather stripping protects against the elements.

For more information: www.weatherguard.com


Plant Haven Helleborus Ivory Prince

The pitch: Helleborus Ivory Prince (‘Walhelivor’) has ivory flowers flushed with pink and streaked with green and rose hues that deepen with time.

  • The outward-facing blooms appear late winter to early spring.
  • The silvery mottled evergreen foliage makes Ivory Prince available through all seasons and is a highly desirable plant in the border or container.
  • It prefers well-drained, moist, fertilized soil.
  • In mild climates, it will tolerate full sun and plant in part shade elsewhere.
  • In cold areas mulch will help protect the plant during winter.

For more information: www.planthaven.com


Ride-Rite Air Helper Spring Kit

The pitch: The Firestone Ride-Rite air helper spring kit for the 2012 Dodge RAM 2500/3500 Trucks is designed to use air pressure to help maximize the truck’s safe load carrying capacity and brake effectiveness.

  • The system features individual inflation valves that allow for separate side-to-side or front-to-rear adjustment.
  • Features double convoluted air springs that provide maximum load support for trucks.      
  • The no-drill Ride-Rite kit is designed to use the truck’s factory holes and mount between its frame and axle. 

For more information: www.ride-rite.com


Samson’s Vortex Climbing Line
The pitch: Samson’s Vortex climbing line combines high strength performance with lightweight and flexible ease of use.

  • The 24-strand cover line is a full half-inch in diameter.
  • As a double-braid climbing line, Vortex is constructed with a stabilized nylon core and polyester cover.
  • Part of this family of climbing lines from Samson are designed specifically for arborists who often use mechanical ascenders, prusik knots and split tails.

For more information: www.samsonrope.com


Worksaver’s Skid-Steer Pallet Fork
The pitch: Worksaver is adding the SSPF-3748 skid-steer pallet fork into its active product line.

  • The pallet fork features a one-piece backstop with class II forks rated at 4,000 lbs. (for the pair).
  • Can be used specifically to handle pallets of bricks or boxes.
  • The SSPF-3748 features an all welded design and can also fit tractor loaders that use skid-steer attaching systems.

For more information: www.worksaver.com

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