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The article reviews lawn mowers and lawn mowing attachments including AERA-vator mower from Grasshopper Mower, Thatch, Groom 'N' Sweep package from TurfEx, Grand- Stand and GrandStand Multi-Force stand-on mower product lines from The Toro Co.

The article offers brief information on several landscape industry-related products including the Vantage X-Series stand-on mower from Exmark, the Turfco T3100 spreader-sprayer from Turfco, and the TopChoice insecticide from Bayer.

The article discusses the stand-on mower. The historical development of stand-on mowers is presented. The advantages of stand-on mowers are detailed including less trailers required to haul mowers to work sites, productivity boost, increased maneuverability and a more efficient use of labor. Also discussed is the growing demand for such mowers.

The article presents a comparison of several mowers including Bad Boy Mowers which has Lightning Z models and featuring speeds of up to 12mph. Bob-Cat Predator Pro offers up to a 33hp Generac gas engine and designed for easy access operator controls which reduces fatigue. Bush Hog is a new steel Two Post Roll Over Protection System with accessories that have been added to the commercial series. Country Clipper is the new JAZee Pro and it is rugged enough for toughest chore. Lastly the Bunton BZT 2000 series which offers premium features and plenty of power.

Presents the qualities that contribute to the productivity factor of lawn mower. Reliability; Ergonomic features that allow operators to cut longer and in more relative comfort; Efficiency and safety of operation on slopes and other difficult-to-cut areas.

Discusses the features of different types of walk-behind lawn mowers. Control systems; Horsepower; Transmission systems; Material construction; Blade adjustment; Weight; Maneuverability; Kutter lineup from Yazoo/Kees; C2151 HP model from Tru-Cut; Quick 36 mower from Better Outdoor Products; Metro 21 from Exmark; HydroCut unit from Ferris Industries; FM3300 model from Billy Goat.

Focuses on safety training strategies to keep landscape companies' zero-turn mower operators safe in the United States. Hazards involving the use of speedy mowers; Training on mower, lifting, chemical and driving safety; Importance of evaluation at the end of training sessions. INSET: Zero-turn training success.

The article reports on the growth of the stand-on mower category in the U.S. in 2014. Topics covered include the increase in the productivity of lawn maintenance operators with the use of stand-on mowers as well as the growing awareness of consumers about the equipment. Also mentioned is the importance of the equipment to the performance of companies.

The article provides information on several mowers and attachments, including the Pro-Turn 400 zero-radius turn mower from Gravely, the Sport Xmower from Wright Commercial Products and the Z700 ZTrak Series from John Deere.

The article evaluates several zero-turn mowers, including the Z master G3 series from the Toro Co., ZTrak Pro 900 from John Deere and the PZ series from Husqvarna.

The article evaluates the 1748 wide-area walk-behind mower from CubCadet Commercial, the 52-inch deck Wasp Hydro from EverRide and the self-propelled mowers with hydrostatic drive HRC216HXA and the HRC216PDA from Honda.

The article evaluates stand-on and ride-on lawn mowers, including the Pro X Series mowers from Cub Cadet, the Grasshopper Model 937 EFI FrontMount mower from Grasshopper and the 652R and 652R EFI QuikTrak mowers from John Deere.

The article discusses the uses of a machine that can handle attachments of all sorts and detailed properties with trimming requirements. Front-cut riding mowers also known as out-front riders consume a modest percentage of the mower market. According to the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) that sales increased while other categories slipped at the start of 2007. Mark Naperala, director of marketing for Ariens Co. says that more landscape contractors are warming up to this option.

The article offers information on several types of mowers and mower power/ engines including the Scag 61-inch Turf Tigers, the Greenworks 52-inch stand-on mower, and the Exmark Lazer ZS mowers with Kohler propane engines.

The article offers the insights of three farm contractors on the benefits of investing on add-on equipment for mowers and tractors. Andre Zappa, CEO of Zeppa’s Landscaping Service in Louisville, Kentucky, mentions the use of chute blockers that caused each of his workers to save five to 10 hours every week by not blowing grass clippings. Walker Rose of Louisville, Kentucky, cites the use of Geroundskeeper, a small mesh bag with two clips that can be attached to the handles of the mower.

Presents the major greens and fairway reel mowers for 1994.

The article offers review of several products including AP Battery Series delivers professional grade power by Stihl; an electronic fuel injection (EFI) engine by the Propane Education & Research Council; and Oil Guard innovation by Vanguard.

The article reviews lawn mowers including Lazer Z Diesel with 96-in. UltraCut Flex Wing cutting deck attachment from Exmark, and Walker H37i from Walker.

The article offers brief information on software and machines related to landscaping industry such as the Aspire V4.1 software from Aspire Software Co., the RED Technology system for mowers machines from Exmark, and the 2018 Lazer Z Diesel commercial zero-turn riding mower from Exmark.

The article evaluates the stand-on mowers Toro GrandStand MultiForce and Hustler SS 52-in and 60-in used in landscaping industry.

The article presents guidelines on leasing or buying mowing equipment. Topics covered include how a lessee experiences low monthly payments which are usually much lower than those associated with buying and help preserve cash flow for expansion to new locations or market segments and how a buyer books equipment as an asset or liability.

The article offers brief profile of Mean Green Mowers which manufactures a full line of powerful, low noise, lithium-electric mowers to the commercial landscape professional. It mentions Mean Green Mowers provides a complete line of commercial electric equipment including the patent pending such as Solar Assisted Mower, MGP-20 Push Mower and Revolt 48 Commercial Dual Drive Wide Area Walk Behind. It also mentions return on investment from fuel savings.

The article offers information on the ISOtunes PRO, Bluetooth earplugs, from Haven Technologies, the InfoHub, integrated system designed to help landscape owners from Briggs & Stratton and the Stander X Gen 2 mower from Wright Manufacturing.

The article offers step-by-step instruction for regular maintenance of mowers.

The article offers brief information on the PRO HW hydro walk-behinds and the PRO Z commercial zero-turn mowers from Cub Cadet LLC which will be showcased at the 2017 Green Industry and Equipment Expo in Kentucky.

The article evaluates lawn mowers including the AERA-vator by Grasshopper, the Turfco XT5 and Agri-Fab SmartLink.

The article offers brief information on several aftermarket mower products including the Oregon lawn mower blades from Oregon Blount Inc., the Sta-Bil Ethanol Treatment from Gold Eagle Co. and the Advanced Chute System from Bad Boy Mowers Inc.

The article discusses stand-on mowers. Commentary is offered by Edric Funk, marketing manager for Toro Landscape Contractor Equipment. The benefits of stand-on mowers are described including increased worker productivity, contractors who want their firms to operate more efficiently, and brand awareness of new models.

The article discusses out-front lawn mowers. The advantages of out-front mowers are discussed including speed, efficiency, and the ability to be used for multiple tasks in various climates and conditions. A list is presented of those in the landscaping industry who can benefit from owning them. The operating details of such mowers are detailed.

The article offers information about the capabilities and types of zero-turn radius mowers. Each mower features different substantial benefits including its productivity, durability, and ease of use depending on a contractor's particular operations. According to the author, manufacturers of these mowers respond to the demand of the product with effective marketing, with smaller and less expensive versions of their professional models.

Focuses on the benefits of integrating Electronic Fuel Injection into lawn mowers. Increase in product efficiency; Increment of the equipment's speed capacity; Reduction of fuel consumption.

Focuses on the maintenance of mowing machines. Guidelines for preseason inspection; Requirements for in-season daily maintenance; Procedures for postseason maintenance.

Focuses on the Grasshopper zero-radius mowers used by the Kaysville, Utah Parks Department. Versatility of the equipment due to its attachments; Uses; Situations requiring the use of the mowers. INSET: Snow removal attachment tips..

Interviews Tony Saiia of the Jacobsen Division of Textron, Golf Course Equipment, and Joe Santangelo of Bunton, concerning the development of the mowing machines in the United States. View of Saiia on the innovations in golf course equipment industry since the 1960's; Motorized equipment used for cutting fairways; Technological innovations on mowers.

Reports on the use of reel mowers for the maintenance and grooming of turfgrasses. Mechanics of cutting action; Examination of reel-to-bedknife relationship; Uses of reel and bedknife grinding; Instructions for relief grinding before spin-grinding; Uses of backlapping; Necessity of reel and bedknife sharpening; Quality of reel and bedknife grinders. INSET: Sharpening rotary mower blades, by Don Lindenfelser..

Presents guidelines for the maintenance of mowers. Shopping around for the right dealer; List of rotary mowers; Buying back-ups for high-wear parts; Changing the oil; Cleaning filters; Having a spare parts kit.

The article presents performance feedback about mowers that are being used by landscape companies including the Hustler X-ONE mowers for Delagrange Landscaping in Ohio, the Walker diesel model for Indian Run Landscaping in Pennsylvania, and the John Deere QuikTrak 648R for Heads Up Landscape Contractors in New Mexico.

The article offers a preview of the Z700-Series commercial zero-turn mower from Kubota Tractor Corp.

The article offers a preview of mowers from John Deere to be displayed at the 2013 GIE + EXPO, including the ZTrak 900 Series Mowers and QuikTrak 600 Series Mowers.

The article reports that the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has donated six Exmark Lazer Z S-Series lawn mowers with Kohler Command Pro Propane EFI engines to the National Mall and Memorial Parks (NAMA), a U.S. National Park Service's division. NAMA includes the National Mall and other national memorials around Washington. The switch to propane mowers is projected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 80% versus gasoline and save NAMA money on fuel and maintenance costs.

The article offers tips from Mainscape Branch Manager Jim Spano on mower blade selection and maintenance. He notes that the blade thickness is superior, leading to a quality of cut for Mainscape clients. He emphasizes the importance of sharp blades, explaining that there are two sets of blades for every mower. He adds that each mower has slot on a rack where the spare blades are placed before they are rotated back onto the mower.

The article discusses the evolution of mowers and how manufacturers continue to focus on producing machines which are more productive, safer, and more durable. It presents ideas from executives of different firms which include Steve Brinkman and Sean Dwyer of Husqvarna and Daryn Walters of Exmark. Also cited are different types of the machine which comprise zero-turn mowers, walk-behind mowers, and stand-on commercial mowers.

The article presents information about the Toro Co., a company based in Bloomington, Minnesota that is known for its extensive line of commercial mowing equipment. It has dealers all over the U.S. to sell mowers. Its product lines include walk-behind mowers, the GrandStand™ stand-on mowers and Z Master®.

The article presents information about Ariens Co., a company established in Brillion, Wisconsin, in 1933 and is known for manufacturing premium outdoor power equipment. It offers professional snow removal products and commercial mowing equipment. Its products include the Deluxe Platinum SNO-THRO® Series and Gravely 260H XDZ LP.

The article discusses the patent issued by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for the Pedal-Operated Mower. A drawing of the mower accompanies the article. The mower is essentially a child's bike whose rear wheel is a manually-operated lawn mower. Other topics include harnessing the boundless energy of children.

The article provides a brief overview of Ariens Company and reviews products from the Gravely brand of commercial mowing equipment, including the 924LET, the 927LET, and 1130LET of the Deluxe Track Sno-Thro models.

The article offers tips in buying zero-turn radius mowers. The first tip is to make sure that the machine can hold enough fuel to satisfy the production needs. Another tip is to check if it has comfortable seat and if it is adjustable. The machine must also have the right size which could fit through a 36 inches gate.

The article introduces the product line of John Deere Commercial Products for professional landscape contractors in the U.S. 7-Iton II Commercial Mowing Deck has a higher blade tip speed that allows mowing at higher ground speeds without sacrificing cut quality. Mulch-on-Demand Deck enables switching from side discharge to mulch mode by simply moving a lever from the seat. 997 Diesel Z-trak is a heavy-duty machine that provides torque to power through toughest conditions.

The article introduces a line of heavy-duty attachments for commercial mowers manufactured by JRCO Inc. It of the seven front-mount attachments had been attached with devis pins to the JRCO universal mount bar. It also features its electric broadcast spreader which has an electronic speed control to regulate spread width and a unique control. Other attachment launched include tine rake dethatcher, zero-turn sprayer, hooker aerator and more.

The article introduces the new QuickConverter mounting system from Grasshopper Co. that allows one to apply Grasshopper's True Zero-Turn capability to turf refurbishment. Through the product one can remove that mowing deck and can install the equipment in minutes without using tools. Its power units can accepts multiple implements like Grasshopper's Aera-vators that remove cores and fracture hard, dry soil combinations without irrigation.