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A new line of zero-turn mowers are now available from Bush Hog. Bush Hog’s Estate Series features its HydroGear ZT 2800 transaxles for more power to the unit’s drive wheels. Electric clutches rated up to 175 foot-pounds of torque and spindles with 13⁄16-inch spindle shafts also come standard. Bush Hog’s Commercial Series mowers include structural steel-built frames, durable cast iron spindles and blades that deliver 18,500 fpm blade tip speed. The Professional Series mowers offer front axles that pivot to reduce scalping and deck wear, 2,900 psi relief valves and a self-adjusting Warner MagStop clutch with up to 200 foot-pounds of torque. Contact Bush Hog, (www.bushhog.com).
The new H65Ds hydraulic hammer from Caterpillar is the company’s largest hammer option for compact equipment users. A member of the 700-foot-pound energy class and with an impact frequency of 2,000 bpm, the hammer includes enclosed housing to protect its power cell, eliminate side plate bolts and reduce noise levels. A recoil isolation feature protects the carrier from reflective forces, and an ultra-high blow rate enables greater productivity. Designed as an attachment for a Caterpillar carrier, the machine’s two-position hose mounting is built to optimize hose routing. The H65Ds is sized to fit all Cat skid steer and multi-terrain loaders in addition to four of the company’s mini hydraulic excavators. Contact Caterpillar, (www.cat.com).
The SR-70 Posi-Track rubber track loaders from ASV Inc. offer excellent traction, low ground pressure, faster and easier maintenance and more comfort features, the company says. Its specifications include 71 hp, an operating weight of 7,890 pounds, ground pressure of 3.7 psi, an overall width of 66 inches and a 15-inch track width. Equipped with a Perkins 804C-33T engine and four in-line cylinders, the SR-70 also features a maximum speed of 8 mph, a fuel tank capacity of 18 gallons and hydraulic system capacity of 21 gallons, 30 gpm high flow auxiliary hydraulics, an adjustable suspension seat and its Posi-Power Control load-sensing system. Contact ASV Inc., 800-346-5954 (www.asvi.com).
An automatic, self-cleaning filter from Orival Inc. is maintenance-free and powered by line pressure, the company says. Requiring no external power, the filter can be installed easily in new or existing systems. It’s designed to remove micron-sized sand, algae, pollen, silt, leaves, snails, shellfish and dirt. Single units can handle flow up to 12,000 gpm. Contact Orival Inc., 800-567-9767 (www.orival.com).
Ideal for golf courses in geographic locations prone to hurricanes and other natural disasters, new towable generators from Power to Go allow golf course operations to continue running during power outages, preventing economic losses, the company says. Power to Go, a new company, says it will maintain and run the generators in the off-season for its customers and guarantee fuel for each unit. Contact Power to Go, 877-690-3101 (www.powertogo.com).
Sioux Steam Cleaner Corp. has published a new application-specific brochure that highlights the company’s capabilities to build water and solution heating systems, pressure washers, steam cleaners and steam generators. Its machines are available with customized components, frames, mountings, electrical setups, self-contained systems, special codes and certifications. The company’s industrial machines are operable from below sea level to over 12,000 feet, and in a wide range of temperatures and conditions. Contact Sioux Steam Cleaner Corp., 888-763-8833 (www.sioux.com).
Howard Leight’s AirSoft earplugs have been redesigned with new material, new features and new engineering technologies. As the product approaches its 30th year, the company chose to improve the design to make it easier to insert with a better, more comfortable fit, the company says. A series of noise-blocking fins within the pocket of the plugs are new design features. A fourth flange with more tapered, rounded edges has been added to the AirSoft’s design, and a center shaft has been stiffened for a more consistent fit and easy insertion and removal. The original AirSoft’s PVC material has been replaced with TPE, which the company says increases comfort for long-term wear. Contact Howard Leight’s parent company, Bacou-Dalloz Hearing Safety Group, 800-430-5490 (www.hearingportal.com).
Western Nonwovens Inc., the manufacturer of SandMat geosynthetic bunker liners, has added the SandMat 350 to its product portfolio. The product bonds securely to a low-permeability fabric backing, the company says. The SandMat 350 offers high-drainage performance to prevent bunker sand contamination in poor soil conditions. Contact SandMat, 877-726-3628 (www.sandmat.com).
BioBucket, a new water decontamination system from WMEC Ltd., makes it safe to return water contaminated by pesticides or herbicides to land or be recycled in washing applications, the company says. Designed for treatments up to 1,320 gallons (5,000 liters), the BioBucket also absorbs oils, fuels and grease from implement washing. The device takes waste from users’ storage tanks or sumps and processes it before releasing it for disposal or reuse. Contact WMEC Ltd., (www.wmec.co.uk).
The Flag Co. Inc. is introducing its Hurricane Series Flagpoles that can withstand up to a Category 4 hurricane. Its flagpoles are designed to tolerate unflagged wind speeds up to 231 mph and flagged wind speeds up to 172 mph. Contact The Flag Co. Inc., (www.flagpolewarehouse.com).
For golf courses wanting an increase in rounds of golf played, the Smart Circle card is available to custom-build promotions to attract more golfers. Through the partnership between Smart Circle and Kitson & Partners golf course management agency, the Smart Circle card promotions can result in up to an additional 3,000 incremental rounds of golf, the agency says. The card allows courses to customize a promotion, such as a free greens fee with purchase of card. Contact The Smart Circle, (www.smartcircleinternational.com).
A new line of clear, all-welded, four-door storage cabinets is available from Lyon Workspace Products. The new models allow users to view cabinet contents through heavy-duty Plexiglas door inserts without opening the doors. All four-door cabinets are built with 14-gauge, all-welded construction. Four-inch legs are welded on, and shelves are bolted into place for shipment. The storage cabinets also come equipped with die-cast handles with 3⁄8-inch padlock hasps, welded hinges and a three-point locking system with 3⁄8-inch latch rods and 3⁄16-inch latch plates. Contact Lyon Workspace Products, 800-323-0096 (www.lyonworkspace.com).
Western Pozzolan Corp., manufacturer of Lassenite ATS Soil Amendments, is offering a larger particle size for use in native soils. The new mesh sizing shows the positive effects of reducing compaction and increasing the amount of air accessible to root systems, the company says. The particle size also is more uniform and compatible with all types of spreaders and hydraulic injection equipment. Contact Western Pozzolan Corp., 303-681-3655 (www.westernpozzolancorp.com).
For drying vehicles and equipment, the Super Dry blower runs on an 18-volt battery to provide 170-mph forced air to eliminate moisture from tight places such as seams, handles and rims. The 3-pound, hand-held blower is cordless for portable use. The Super Dry comes equipped with a charger and a variable-speed trigger switch. Contact Super Dry, 417-887-2980.
The Job Pro cold water series of pressure washers from Mi-T-M Corp. has been redesigned with a longer, extended handle for easier pulling, the company says. The units feature Honda, Subaru or Vanguard engines with low oil protection, 1-inch powder-coated steel handles and 3⁄16-inch powder-coated steel base plates. A hose wrap with a gun/wand holder, pneumatic tires with tubes, dual rubber isolators, a professional-grade insulated trigger gun, a 36-inch lance with rubber grip and a 50-foot nonmarking hose with quick connects, swivel and bend restrictors are also included. Contact Mi-T-M Corp., 800-553-9053 (www.mitm.com).
For businesses that have incurred fines from unlicensed use of two-way radios, the Enterprise Wireless Alliance is providing a new online licensing worksheet. Many two-way radios use frequencies that fall under the jurisdiction of the Federal Communications Commission and must be licensed. Obtaining a license for a radio prevents interference from other radios used in the same area, the alliance says. Contact Enterprise Wireless Alliance, 800-482-8282, ext. 166 (www.enterprisewireless.org).
Tycrop Manufacturing introduces electronic hydraulics for its PP-180 ProPass topdresser and MH-400 material handler. Available this fall on both machines, the electronic hydraulics offer a simplified control system with fewer components and a hand-held controller that’s mountable in the cab or on the side of the machine. The controller, a mini-central processing unit, is fully programmable and controls all functions including belt speed and direction, raising and lowering of the machine, spinner speed and option speed. Custom-built and integrated hydraulic manifolds on both machines are designed to minimize hydraulic line routing and can reduce system maintenance and servicing of electronic solenoids without disturbing the hydraulic lines, the company says. Contact Tycrop Manufacturing, 800-845-7249 (www.tycropturf.com).
Husqvarna introduces four new models in its series of HUV utility vehicles, bringing the line up to 10 models. The HUV4421G, HUV4421GXP, HUV4421D and the HUV4421DXP are all-wheel-drive vehicles and are suited for electric and diesel power. The new HUV models feature a corrosion-resistant 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum frame, 25-mph ground speed and four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes. An independent double-A arm front suspension, a swing-arm rear suspension with coil-over shocks and a powder-coated steel bed with a rust-proof aluminum floor also come standard. Contact Husqvarna, (www.husqvarna.com).
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