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The article presents an interview with Fred Whyte and Peter Burton, STIHL Inc.'s president and vice president of sales and marketing respectively. Burton said that maintaining credibility with dealers as well as helping them grow professionally helped their growth. Whyte said that they had some instances where dealers were upset. Burton said that they will continue help their dealers helping them market and manage their businesses.

The article discusses the emergence of electric powered products for lawns and gardens. Steve Meriam, manager for national sales and product development at STIHL Inc., had projected an increasing demand for electric and alternative energy products as it promotes industrial sustainability. Electricity had been a viable option among many consumers despite of the considerable innovations of the battery technology. Convenience factors had driven consumers to prefer electric-powered equipment.

The article evaluates several debris handling equipment including BR 500 blower from Stihl Inc., EBZ8000 blower from RedMax, and Hitch-Mount Swing-Away Truck Loader from Giant-Vac Inc.

The article offers information on several gardening equipment including the S25 Mark III spray-pro push sprayer from Earthway Products Inc., SE 122 and SE 61 wet/dry vacuum cleaners from Stihl Inc. and HB580 Power Broom from Ventrac.

The article evaluates several trimmers, edgers, brush cutters, and hedge trimmers including HS 81 T from Stihl Inc., HHT31S trimmer from Honda, and the E-System from Mantis.

The article discusses the plan of Stihl Inc. vice president of sales and marketing Peter Burton for the company. It mentions his intention to further the growth of market share and strengthen the company's relation with dealer network. It notes that he to work closely with independent dealers to find solutions to the challenges they face. It also emphasizes his desire to ensure that his company keeps providing the best product.

The article evaluates several edgers from gardening equipment manufacturers including 327ES Edger from Husqvarna, Stihl FC 70 C-E Edger from Stihl Inc. and HHE31CA stick edger from Honda Motor Co. Ltd.

A preview of several gardening products to be featured in the 2009 Green Industry & Equipment Exposition (GIE+EXPO) is presented, including the JRCO Hooker Aerator from JRCO Inc., the MS 230 C-BE Duro Stihl chainsaw from Stihl Inc., and EverRide Fury lawnmower from Ariens Co.

The article evaluates several products including 3-in-1 XP Stand-on Spreader/ Sprayer from Cub Cadet, SG 20 manual backpack sprayer from Stihl USA and bulk material spreaders from TurfEx.

Information about the Yard & Garden Dealer Guide Live seminar held in the U.S. is presented. Organized by STIHL Inc., the event discussed about creating a destination that consumers and families will want to visit, advertising budgets and effective selling techniques. A panel of dealers included Carl Levien, Jim Brazil, Russ Harrington, and Garnett Vance.

The article reports on the strategic alliance between John Deere and Stihl in North America. John Deere has designated Stihl as the preferred handheld products for its dealers under the agreement. According to Fred Whyte, president of Stihl Inc, all the terms and conditions to become a local Stihl dealer are in play, so there are no special deals or pricing.

The article reports on the successful completion of the STIHL Gold Level training by four women in the male-dominated outdoor power equipment industry which include Joann Kalina, Tracy Gazzero and Rhonda Winters. The outdoor technician certification program began in 2002 to train the service technician to be fast, accurate, and productive in diagnosing faults and problems and doing repairs on STIHL products. The first Bronze and Silver programs were introduced in 2003 with Gold Level in 2004.

The article presents a comparison of garden tools including the Efco 8250 IC Ergo Trimmer from Efco Products Inc., the Honda HHT35S Trimmer from Honda Power Equipment, and the STIHL FS and 130 R from STIHL USA.

The article evaluates the several chainsaws including MS 441 Stihl Magnum from Stihl USA, 450 chain saw from Husqvarna AB, and CS-400 Chain Saw from Echo-USA.

The article evaluates several power tools from STIHL Inc. including the HSE 60 and HSE 70 electric hedge trimmers, the BR 500 backpack blower, and the MS 441 magnum chain saw.

The article features the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS event with distributor teams with its dealers to be held in Dubuque, Iowa by STIHL Inc. It is considered the premier lumberjack sports event in the U.S. According to Roger Phelps, STIHL's promotional communications manager, the firm believes that experiential marketing is being embraced by dealers. He added that the firm wants to share best practices with all its dealers to help their businesses.

The article offers brief information on various sprayers and spreaders equipments including Stihl SG 20 manual backpack sprayer from Stihl, grasshopper shielded sprayers from Grasshopper, and Earthway S25SS spray-pro push sprayer from Earthway.

The article offers brief information on the Stihl FS 90 Trimmer from Stihl.

The article presents several appointments at STIHL Inc. including Dr Nikolas Stihl as the chairman of the advisory and advisory boards, Nick Jiannas as vice president of sales and marketing and Christian Koestler as vice president of operations.

The article presents the author's perspective on the success of STIHL Inc., a manufacturer of chain saws and cut-off machines located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The company is undergoing a 53,000-square-foot expansion that will increase the manufacturing jobs in blow molding operation in the U.S. In addition, the company has acquired an 850,000-square-foot building on 62 acres adjacent to our guide bar manufacturing facility in Virginia Beach.

The article offers brief information on several equipment and supplies for landscape gardening including the Weed Knock-Out, a ready-to-use herbicide from Turf Revolution, the HSA 65 cordless hedge trimmer from Stihl Inc., and the WBX-33 Pure Electric Walk-Behind Mower from Mean Green.

The article offers brief information on the FSA 65 and FSA 85 grass trimmers from Stihl Inc.

The article offers brief information on the Stihl Inc. HSA 65 Cordless Hedge Trimmer.

The article evaluates the Stihl MS 261 and MS 261 C-Q chainsaws from Stihl Inc.

The article offers updates on Stihl Inc., a manufacturer of outdoor power equipment in the U.S. Stihl has sponsored the Independent We Stand, a national movement of independent business owners that educates the communities on the benefits of shopping at local stores. The company has won the 2010 Breakthrough Award from the "Popular Mechanics" magazine for its HSA 65 hedge trimmer. Fred Whyte, president of the company, was chosen as chairman of Outdoor Power Equipment Institute Inc. (OPEI).

The article evaluates the HSA 65 cordless hedge trimmer from Stihl Inc.

The author reflects on the commitment of the STIHL Inc. in investing and pursuing sound and innovative business practices in the U.S. He cites the company's potential for recovery and modest growth in outdoor power equipment (OPE) as well as the expansion of its dealership in 2010. The author points out the company's fundamental business strategy which supports their independent servicing dealer.

The article evaluates several yard and garden products from STIHL Inc. including the bar and chain oil, the line of color-coded nylon, and the Rollmatic E Light Guide Bar.

The article focuses on the letter sent by Fred Whyte, president of STIHL Inc. for dealers and members of the dealer trade press in the U.S. It notes that Whyte admired those successful and leading leaders for practicing key strategies over the years. Whyte also mentioned in his letter that STIHL is doing its best to drive sales and profitability for both itself and its dealers by introducing new products to meet emerging end-user needs, employee training, and effective marketing strategies.

The article evaluates several blowers including Husqvarna 180BF backpack blower from Husqvarna, PB-500 backpack blower from Echo-USA.com and BG 56 C-E handheld gas leaf blower from Stihl Inc.

The article evaluates several products including GT-series gas-powered, two state wheeled compressors from Jenny Products Inc., USG Electric Sharpening tool from Stihl Inc. and Oregon Speed-Feed Trimmer Head from Oregon Chain.

The article evaluates several products including Stihl HT 130 Pole Pruner from Stihl Inc., MacKissic Mighty Mac stump cutter machine from MacKissic Inc., and Jonsered CS 2250S Turbo chainsaw from Jonsered/Tiltered Equipment Co..

The article provides information on the strategies made by STIHL Inc. in the U.S. to help servicing dealers face challenges and take advantage of opportunities in spite of present tough economy. It cites the STIHL Marketing Advantage Program that will enable STIHL dealers to leverage their individual advertising dollars with investment from their STIHL distributor and STIHL Inc. Furthermore, green practices should carry by dealers to save costs.

The article reports on the launch of the Stihl Mobile Community by Stihl Inc., a way to communicate with the company's dealers and product owners. Stihl Inc., an outdoor power equipment store, planned to communicate with a generation of customers through mobile marketing. Ken Waldron, national marketing manager for the company, asserts that the effort has been prompted by findings of a study, indicating that 63 percent of cellular telephone owners use text messaging.

The article evaluates several landscaping equipment and supplies including the SG 20 backpack sprayer from Stihl Inc., the JRCO Electric Broadcast Spreader from JRCO Inc., and the Earth & Turf Multispread 200 spreader from Earth & Turf.

The article reports that Stihl Inc.'s lumberjack sports program, Stihl Timbersports Series, featured on ESPN will be moved to ESPBOutdoors.com. The move is anticipated to provide additional exposure for the sport through the web site that has millions of monthly visitors. ESPBOutdoors.com will feature the in-depth coverage of all the 2008 Stihl Timbersports Series and Stihl Timbersports Collegiate Series events.

The article evaluates several products including Electric Broadcast Speader from JRCO Inc., MM 55 yard Boss from Stihl USA, and FC600 Mid Tine Tiller from Honda.

The article focuses on the construction of the 60,000-square-foot guide bar production plant of Stihl Inc. in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is said that the plant is dedicated to produce guide bars for the North American market. Moreover, the plant represents an investment of $25 million and it is considered as the latest in emerging technology. It is the first time the company has produced guide bars in the U.S. which will create more jobs locally.

The article highlights the annual dealer meeting held by Stihl Inc. Northwest branch on February 24, 2007 in Stevenson, Washington. According to the author, there were about 260 dealership personnel joined in the event to hear the developments and updates within the landscaping industry. Activities will include launching of Stihl's new products and programs, network, and some entertainment, the author said.

The article evaluates several power equipment including the Stihl BR 600 backpack blower form Stihl Inc., edgers from Little Wonder, and the Honda HRC commercial mower series from Honda Power Equipment.

The article presents the schedule for the "2006 The International Lawn, Garden, & Power Equipment Exposition." The "Free Yard & Garden Dealer Success Guide LIVE Roundtable Breakfast" sponsored by Stihl Inc. will be on October 6. The "Run With the Winners" sponsored by Ferris Industries will be on October 7. The "Trucks of the Industry Giveaway: Dealers Choice Awards" will be on October 8.

The article evaluates the BR 600, a backpack blower for debris from Stihl Inc. The product consists of 201 mph and 712 cfm of blowing power with 4-bhp engine. It is made up of ergonomic polymers frame and an adjustable support systems. Its engine provides fast speed, added power and increased fuel efficiency.

The article focuses on the efficiencies of bringing in innovative technologies at the manufacturing facility of STIHL Inc. in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is important to evaluate which technologies makes sense to the business in terms of cost and quality assurance. Furthermore, the role of technology to the success of a business is discussed.

The article reports that the company STIHL Inc. has announced that it will expand the power equipment manufacturing business in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The company will spend more than $78.4 million on a two-phased plan to expand its operations. The company will spend about $20 million on a new 60,000-square-foot facility on London Bridge Road for manufacturing of STIHL guide bars in phase one. An investment of more than $58.4 million will be made for expansion and conversion of warehouses space into manufacturing of additional crankshaft and machining operations.

The article presents information on the "MS 192 T Chain Saw" from Stihl Inc. It weighs 26% less than its predecessor, the STIHL MS 1911. It gives full-size performance when cutting it tight quarters. It is designed specifically for in-tree professional use. It is equipped with modular construction and high-powered piston port control for easy service and maintenance.

The article presents information on the backpack blower "BR 550" from Stihl Inc. Its 4-MIX engine technology provides smooth, fast acceleration, more power and increased fuel efficiency. It features single-handed operation, translucent fuel tanks, easy-grip throttle controls with off switch and cruise control.

The article presents information on the trimmer "FS 100 RX" from Stihl Inc. Its 4-MIX engine technology provides fast acceleration, more power, added torque and increased fuel efficiency. Its weighs 1.2 pounds less than its predecessor, with reduced-weight drive shaft and compact gearbox. It can be used with AUTOCUT, fixCut or PolyCut cutting heads for trimming large areas.

The article presents information on the trimmer "FS 130 R" from Stihl Inc. Its 4-MIX engine technology provides fast acceleration, more power, added torque and increased fuel efficiency. Its optional, interchangeable gearbox attachments convert the powerhead into a variety of multi-task landscaping tools.

The article informs that STIHL Inc. distributor, Bryan Equipment, helped the company give away a custom made motorcycle to Mansfield, Ohio, resident, Michael L. Davenport, who was selected at random from 64,000 entries nationwide. Bryan Equipment was the onsite sponsor of the event, which was held at Mid-Ohio Gravely in Mansfield. The STIHL Street Boss custom chopper was designed by Iron Core, with the aim of promoting STIHL's new product, the TS 700 STIHL Cutquik. It resembles the company's Cutquik machine in its use of STIHL colors, and with wheels that fashion the same diamond cut as the Cutquik's front concrete-cutting wheel.

The article presents information about STIHL Inc. The article author recently had an interesting discussion with one of the STIHL dealers. He was part of a group of customers visiting the manufacturing facilities in Virginia Beach. This dealer has chosen to capitalize on a strategic strength as a selling point of differentiation - that of service. This customer is just one among many such examples of STIHL dealers who have chosen to elevate the traditional service repair to service beyond compare. His service is based on a foundation of customer relationships as opposed to impersonal third-party service currently being attempted by a variety of outlets at the behest of the big box stores.