Product News

Yardage plate program supports junior golf

Thanks to TTG Custom Signage, golf courses will now be able to customize their yardage markers and tee blocks while directly supporting junior golf and the future of the game.

According to the company's owner Joe Korman, regional golf associations can get see a donation of $5 per yardage plate sold for golf development in their region.

"The future of golf needs to begin at the grassroots level" said Kyle McFarlane, director of communications for the Golf Association of Ontario. "This partnership will ensure that development programs are well funded and that juniors who have just started to define their game receive the support they need."

Korman said, "As the manufacturer, it’s a pleasure to provide association member courses access to wholesale pricing while allowing us to support the growth of the game. We certainly are excited to offer custom products and great service to the golf courses."

The program will launch at the Golf Industry Show in Orlando. To learn more, visit TTG Custom Signage at booth # 4234. Contact http://www.ttgcs.com/TTG_00.htm.

Floratine offers turf action plans

Floratine Products Group is offering Turf Action Plans, or TAPs. Previously known as Management Action Plans, they specifically aid superintendents in combating a wide variety of challenging yet difficult-to-treat turf issues.

"After years of field research, working side-by-side with turf professionals, we developed TAPs to provide effective, consistent and convenient turf solutions," said Kevin Cavanaugh, CEO. "Floratine is known for cutting-edge analysis and product solutions, so the implementation of TAPs is another way we’re helping to solve common turf challenges."

Each plan includes Floratine product selections tailored for specific situations, conveniently packaged to allow for easy mixing and application. Mixing instructions are presented in both U.S. and international standards.

A selection of eight plans is available from Floratine distributors including:

• Rapid Recovery – for rapid restoration of putting surfaces
• Fairway Color – boosts color without excessive growth
• Fall Rooting and Recovery – ensures turf density, rooting and recovery
• Heat Stress – for overcoming stress caused by high temperature and humidity
• Mining – enhances nutrient availability to the plant
• Spring Start – spring boost for an early start
• Tournament Prep – prepares courses for the added stress of tournament play
• Winter Strength – combats the slow growth and dormancy caused by cold temperatures

 Contact http://www.floratine.com/.

King added waterproof connections for two-wire systems

King Innovation has a new addition to the DryConn connector family, the DBG with SmartGel non-toxic sealant.

Designed to house push-in, twist-on, or split-bolt connectors, this all in one product is patent pending and is the perfect solution to waterproofing connections in two-wire/decoder irrigation systems.

The company says DryConn DBG can hold and protect three different connectors using the same housing. Its semi-transparent, re-enterable housing allows for splice examination during and after installation without opening. It also eliminates the need grease tubes, heat shrinks, primer, tapes, and epoxy packs.

King Innovation also has a new larger and more durable tote tray organizer designed store and organize supplies. Its oversized design allows for maximum capacity so contractors can carry everything they need, without the worry of spilling, in one convenient tote. Now contractors can easily transport glue, tools, and other supplies to and from job sites with ease.

Contact http://www.kinginnovation.com.

GCBAA expands construction costs guide

The Golf Course Builders Association of America, has more than doubled the number of line items for its 2008 construction and renovation costs guide.

The new guide will feature average prices for more than 50 line items. Some of the new items featured in the guide include tee boxes, greens, bunkers, irrigation, grading, grassing, cart paths and drainage.

"The GCBAA periodically surveys its builder members to determine average prices on some of the more popular items for renovating or building a golf course," said Paul Foley, executive director. "The guide also takes into account regional differences based on environmental considerations--this level of detail provides users with a fairly accurate estimation. It is an excellent tool to use in developing a general budget for a project."

The guide is available on a CD-ROM and features information in six reports. The reports provide separated information on four regions of the continental United States. The data in each report is both Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat reader compatible.

Copies of the cost guide can be purchased by calling 402-476-4444 or by visiting http://www.gcbaa.com. The guide includes a copy of the 2008 GCBAA member directory.

Kawasaki announces new warranty

Kawasaki has announced a new, comprehensive warranty on all commercial-grade handheld power products.

The new Kawasaki Leading Edge Warranty features 5-year consumer and 2-year commercial parts and labor coverage on all string trimmers, edgers, blowers, hedge clippers, and hedge trimmers purchased after Jan. 1, 2008.

It also includes a lifetime warranty on ignition coils and string trimmer drive shaft parts, except in rental usage. Emission-related components are covered for 2 years of commercial or residential use. The current warranty period for rental units and attachments will not change.

 "Kawasaki has a heritage of high technology and proven performance and with our Leading Edge Warranty, once again we’re setting the standard for commercial grade," said John Messing, national sales manager.

Irrigation workshops qualify for education points

GCSAA members who attend one of Ewing Irrigation's troubleshooting workshops will receive .5 points for the one-day Irrigation Troubleshooting Workshop or 1.4 points for the Two-Day Advanced Installation Troubleshooting and Design Workshop.

For upcoming one-day and two-day irrigation troubleshooting workshops, visit www.ewingeducationservices.com.