NEW PRODUCTS for 2014 Brushcutter Stihl’s FS 94 R two-stroke Brushcutter weighs just over 10 lbs. and is great for maneuvering around hills, landscaping stones and other terrain. Its innovative control handle features an ecospeed throttle set wheel, allowing operators to power down around delicate plants. It also comes with a high-powered, low emission engine and antivibration system.
Herbicide Bioprotec Lawn Herbicide targets clover and other common lawn weeds such as oxalis, bird’s foot trefoil, black medick and wood sorrel. The active ingredients, citric acid and lactic acid, act quickly to damage cells of targeted weeds. It is available in a ready-to-use formulation where no dilution is necessary. As well, it is approved for organic agriculture. Developed in Canada.
AEF Global www.aefglobal.com
Stihl www.stihl.ca
Flexible water hose Flexzilla premium watering hose will remain flexible to a temperature of -40 degrees Celsius. It has a working pressure of 200 psi and a burst pressure of 600 psi. The hose is sold in 100-, 150-, and 250-ft. lengths. Male and female fittings are sold separately and are easily attached in a three-stop process. The fittings can also be reused if necessary.
Rittenhouse www.rittenhouse.ca
Stand-on mower Featuring a spacious coil suspension stand-on platform delivering a smooth ride reducing operator fatigue, the new Scag V-Ride stand-on mower has a multi-position adjustable operator cushion providing hours of operator comfort. Operator platform lifts up and out of the way to save trailer space. Its floating deck mounting system requires no tools, allowing for quick cutting height adjustments. Available in multiple deck sizes from 36to 61-in. and various Kawasaki engine options.
G.C. Duke Equipment www.gcduke.com
Paving stone Pot handler ProLine Swingin’ Grabber is an attachment to efficiently move trees out of tightly spaced nursery rows. Swingin’ Grabber easily helps move trees in larger pot sizes - above 45 gallon containers.The Swingin’ Grabber is an attachment that swings to the side to pick up (or set down) the pot, then swings back in front of the operator to travel down the row.
Proline Equipment www.prolinegrabber.com 16 | MARCH 2014 | LANDSCAPE TRADES
Permacon's new Melville Slabs are modern and contemporary, with a smooth texture and straight edges. They are available in two colours, can be installed in modular or linear patterns, and matches perfectly with Melville pavers.
Permacon www.permacon.ca