New Products

CrownWear
The pitch: CrownWear head liners' advanced moisture transport system keeps you cool and dry, while filtration technology keeps your gear clean.

• Engineered to be comfortable and facilitate the evaporation of sweat, the design is breathable, stops itching and prevents sunburn.
• The dual-layer system enhances your body's own thermoregulation, keeping the landscaper cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
• The advanced moisture transport system includes a lightweight, durable blend of cotton, silk, spandex and lycra.

For more information: www.crownwear.com

SitePro Landscape Rake
The pitch: SitePro, from Worksaver, offers Piranha Power Landscape Rakes as an addition to its line of professional grade attachments.

• Models are offered for skid- steers, 3-pt. tractors, as well as walk-behind units.
• Removes debris or sod to prepare seedbed surfaces to create a new lawn, renovate an existing lawn or pulverize and set grade on new construction sites.
• Other features include quick-flip up side shields that are self-storing on the unit and a material control bar.

For more information: www.wssitepro.com

OREGON Cordless Chainsaw
The pitch: Blount is launching the new OREGON PowerNow 40V MAX Cordless Chainsaw – a new battery-powered chainsaw that delivers a combination of performance and features that makes it an alternative to many gas-powered chainsaws.

• For removing trees, pruning large branches or clearing debris from property.
• Offers instant starting without a pull cord, cutting with no-fade power, and long runtime.
• Weighs slightly less than 11 lbs.

For more information: www.OregonPowerNowTools.com

Nu-Arbor Root Injector
The pitch: This tool accurately delivers liquid Nu-Arbor Root Fertilizers, and can be used to inject soil applied insecticides such as imidicloprid.

• Includes a large 4-gal. back-pack tank.
• 1-Two Root Injector includes the injector and the backpack sprayer.
• The overall length of the injector is approximately 45 in. and weighs 15 lbs.

For more information: www.nu-arbor.com

Illusion Garnet Lace Ipomoea
The pitch: Illusion Garnet Lace Ipomoea brings a new red color to the Illusion series from Proven Winners.

• The entire Illusion series features deeply cut leaves.
• Similar to Emerald Lace and Midnight Lace, Garnet Lace has an upright-mounded habit with dense branching.
• Performs in part sun to full sun and can be used in the landscape.

For more information: www.pwfourstar.com

EDGE Stump Removal Bucket 
The pitch: The new EDGE stump removal bucket is an attachment for those in need of a tool for removing tree stumps and roots, digging ditches or moving and placing rocks.

• Features three 23-Series cast steel teeth that dig deep under roots of tree stumps.
• This attachment can also use its half-inch laser-cut funnel-shaped steel bucket to scoop up and carry heavy rocks for placement on retaining walls.
• Has an overall length of 62.5 in., width of 46 in. and height of 20 in.

For your information: www.ceattachments.com

Scalewatcher
The pitch: Scalewatcher has a range of units that will solve limescale problems in water-fed garden equipment including the pumps and filters of ornamental ponds and fountains.

• Scalewatcher breaks the calcium barrier, which occurs naturally about an inch and a half below ground level.
• A fit and forget system, Scalewatcher is easy to install and requires no plumbing, maintenance or chemicals.
• The unit can be attached to all type of pipework material, regardless of size.

For more information: www.scalewatcher.com

Permeable Pavers for Stormwater Management
The pitch: CalStar Products has introduced permeable pavers that help manage stormwater runoff and are also suitable for vehicular applications.

• The ASTM-compliant permeable pavers are 5 in. x 10 in. x 80 mm.
• The pavers feature large lugs, which provide 5.9 percent open area to accommodate stormwater runoff and help prevent flooding.
• CalStar permeable pavers are available in eight solid and three range colors.

For more information: www.calstarproducts.com

ECHO Debris Loader
The pitch: The ECHO Bear Cat DL12653 Debris Loader will replace the 12-in. DL12725 Debris Loader, which was on the market since 2007.

• The new model enhances productivity with the Subaru 653-cc V- Twin Commercial Grade engine, which provides reliable torque throughout the rpm range, low fuel consumption and a user friendly electric start.
• Built with replaceable wear liners within the housing unit.
• A skid mount base gives the operator the choice to mount to a trailer or truck bed.

For more information: www.bearcatproducts.com

Mix-I-Go Small Engine Formula
The pitch: Bell Performance Mix-I-Go Small Engine Formula solves ethanol problems inherent to small engines, two-cycle engines and other types of power equipment.

• It contains a lubricant that coats parts and prevents the ethanol from causing damage to equipment.
• Contains detergents that clear away any dissolved resins that may accumulate in other areas of the small engine.
• For two-cycle engines, the formula has non-alcoholic water removers to prevent water in the fuel from blocking the essential lubrication needed by the engine.

For more information: www.bellperformance.com

Dianthus Starburst
The pitch: Dianthus Starburst is a Whetman Dianthus selection that can be used in the landscape.

• Starburst has a long flowering period – from April to October – and will grow well in a sunny spot in well-drained soil.
• Compact with a tidy mounding habit approximately 7-in. x 7-in. of grey-green foliage.
• It's versatile enough for edging, mass plantings, patio containers and rockeries.

For more information: www.planthaven.com

STIHL BR 430 blower
The pitch: The new STIHL BR 430 backpack blower comes with improved fuel economy and greater operator comfort.

• Its engine technology provides less exhaust emissions than standard 2-stroke engines, reducing environmental impact, while its larger fuel tank allows for longer run times as compared to the previous model.
• An advanced anti-vibration system provides more comfortable operation for extended use.
• The tube-mounted throttle allows for single handed operation while the 4-in.-wear area on the tube nozzle provides greater durability.

For more information: www.stihlusa.com

TrakMats Ground Cover Mats
The pitch: Save expensive landscapes from vehicle damage with these lightweight portable ground cover mats that are easily handled by workers in the field.

• Made from composite materials, TrakMats are strong enough to carry heavy, rubber-tired vehicles without breaking, splintering or folding up.
• They are rigid enough to spread weight over a wide area to prevent tire ruts, or vehicles from sinking.
• The light color also prevents heat from building up and burning the grass.

For more information: www.forestry-suppliers.com

Little Wonder 2011 Optimax Blower Line
The pitch: Little Wonder's 2011 Optimax Blower line features enhanced capabilities, timesaving new features and an extended model lineup.

• Features a large discharge chute opening that can be up to 25 sq. in., providing broader air coverage through the split-stream air deflector that directs the airstream wherever you need it to be most productive, eliminating blowback of lightweight materials, and providing single-pass clearance of even the heaviest debris, standing water and rock aggregate.
• New Remote Split-Stream Air Deflector Control offers instant on-the-fly one hand adjustment of split-stream airflow direction right from the operator's handle.
• Low Air Discharge Chute is positioned 2 in off the ground to provide leveled airflow right out of the chute for immediate dispersal of debris and maintains high volume airflow over farther distances.

For more information: www.littlewonder.com

DR RapidFire
The pitch: The DR RapidFire log splitters replace hydraulics with a rack and pinion system that delivers speed and power to the task of splitting logs.

• The engine spins two, 74-lb. cast iron flywheels to generate and store energy that is released in a sudden burst
• The RapidFire will split a log in one second, then automatically return to its starting position, in a total of just three seconds.
• DR Power Equipment also offers an optional steel work table for the RapidFire, which expands the work surface to keep split wood within reach for re-splitting or stacking.

For more information: www.drpower.com

Tanaka Straight Shaft Grass Trimmers
The pitch: Tanaka Power Equipment launched two new straight shaft grass trimmers, the TCG24EASPSL (23.9cc) and TCG27EASPSL (26.9cc).

• The TCG24EASPSL delivers 1.1 hp, the fuel tank capacity is 14.6 fl. ounces and it weighs 10.1 lbs. without cutting equipment.
• The TCG27EASPSL has 1.2 hp, holds 17.6 fl. ounces of fuel in its tank and weighs 10.8 lbs. without cutting equipment.
• Both trimmers are equipped with commercial grade PureFire engines.

For more information: www.tanakapowerequipment.com

Advance Blade Technologies CX Revolution
The pitch: The CX Revolution has two replaceable cutting blades that can be quickly changed while on the job.

• The CX Revolution consists of a main assembly blade that stays on the mower as a permanent fixture, and two interchangeable insert blades that are easily changed.
• Made of hardened 10B38 steel and heat treated for toughness, the insert blade edges remain sharp for up to 50 hours under normal operating conditions and can be touched up with a sharpening tool.
• The CX Revolution also reduces drag and engine wear, saving on fuel (up to 22 percent) while cleanly cutting through the turf.

For more information: www.advancedbladetech.com