Volume 3, Issue 10       November, 2005         Steven Jay Porus, Publisher

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LandsConference's OnlineClassroom Worked with Dial-up

BY STEVEN JAY PORUS, Green Industry Education

Eighteen online educational sessions were broadcast "LIVE" from the EXPO in Louisville on October 14-16 for lawn and landscape professionals. This was OnlineClassroom's second event for 2005. LandsExpo broadcasted 12 sessions on March 23rd from Las Vegas.

Each classroom had the streaming video of speaker, their PowerPoint presentation, and a chat room for Q&A. I personally chatted with a number of attendees and had a phone conversation with an Arborist who had attended the online sessions via a dial-up connection. She told me that she was terrified, but was amazed at how user-friendly the classroom was. Although the video was a bit slow, the audio, PowerPoint and chat features worked great an that her educational experience was very good.

One challenge we had was many attendees did not logout of the session. The login and logout process is necessary to verify attendance for online accreditation. When a registrant logs in, their name, session number, date and time of login are captured in Green Industry Education's database. Upon logout, the date and time of logout is captured. Additionally, the database calculates the total login time in seconds. A two-hour session will have approximately 7200 login seconds. Without the logout, the calulation is not performed and is attendance is not verifyable.

The final step for accreditation is completing and online form that provides us with the attendees contact information and applicable association member/state licence numbers needed to report to appropriate state agriculture department or association for continuing education.

Many of the LandsConference sessions will become available mid November as a part of LandsExpo's Conference Program that is available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Visit LandsExpo.com today.

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Toro Dingo TX 425 Wide Track

Toro Dingo

Featuring increased horsepower, enhanced ground-to-track contact for maximum ground-engaging power, and low ground pressure, the Toro Dingo TX 425 Wide Track compact utility loader is designed to handle a variety of landscapes and difficult-to-navigate terrain. Powered by a 25-horsepower, air-cooled Kohler Command Pro Series engine, the Dingo TX 425 Wide Track offers more than 35 quick-change attachments including auger, trencher, vibratory plow, hydraulic breaker, backhoe, leveler, tiller, cultivator, hydraulic blade, adjustable forks, tree forks, two-stage snow thrower, rotary broom, several sizes of buckets and more. With the Dingo quick-attach system, attachments may be added or removed by simply turning two locking pins and, for hydraulic attachments, connecting two hydraulic lines. A four-pump, independent hydraulic system allows the operator to direct power where and when it is needed. A dedicated auxiliary hydraulic circuit provides 11.2 gpm of flow at 3,000 psi of hydraulic power.

TORO DINGO / 800-344-8676

Bobcat 323 Compact Excavator

Bobcat

Bobcat Company introduced the 323 compact excavator. The extra reach of this new compact excavator will enable contractors to reach farther and dig faster with minimal repositioning. In addition, the Bobcat 323 compact excavator's two-speed travel motors and new hydraulic system will appeal to the construction industry because the features provide increased travel speed and improved control while digging. A new hydraulic system features a piston pump that enables the 323 to maintain constant digging forces by minimizing lugging. The system's torque-limiting piston pump is able to sense and react to hydraulic loads, for better utilization of the engine's torque curve. The 323 has a digging depth of 7 feet 6 inches and a maximum reach of 12 feet 10 inches at ground level. The two-speed travel motors provide a 1.4 mph low travel speed and a 2.4 mph high travel speed, increasing the machine's mobility around job sites.

BOBCAT / 866-823-7898

Caterpillar 904B Compact Wheel Loader

Caterpillar

The new Caterpillar 904B compact wheel loader offers the versatility of a skid-steer loader and the power, comfort and fuel economy of a wheel loader. The 904B features a skid-steer loader quick coupler, high-flow hydraulics and powerful Z-bar linkage in a package that is only 2.4 meters tall and uses a bucket less than 1.8 meters wide.

CATERPILLAR / WWW.CAT.COM

Vermeer S600TX Rubber Track Mini-skid-steer

Vermeer

Vermeer Manufacturing Company introduced the Vermeer S600TX rubber track mini-skid-steer. The S600TX comes with a spring-cushioned platform that is positioned within the framework of the machine, reducing the need to walk through work site debris, mud and uneven terrain. Positioned at 14.5 inches high, the platform allows greater visibility to the attachment and bucket edge. Ergonomically-designed, two single joystick controls with operator handle grip allow operators to keep their balance while operating any of the machine functions even on uneven terrain. A machine width of 35.75 inches allows the S600TX to maneuver through gates and other confined areas. The 7- or 9-inch tracks provide enhanced stability and lower operating ground pressure. Two engine options are available to power the new mini-skid-steer, including a 25-horsepower Kohler Command Pro gas engine or a 25-horsepower Kubota D905 diesel engine. The S600TX has a 16-gallon fuel tank capacity.

VERMEER / 888-837-6337

John Deere 3000 Twenty Series Compact Utility Tractord

John Deere

The 3000 Twenty Series offers four models ranging from 30 to 44 gross horsepower with Yanmar Tier II-compliant diesel engines and turbocharged performance (3520 and 3720 only). The eHydro transmission provides speed selection and productivity with no clutching or shifting required. Patented features, such as LoadMatch, MotionMatch, SpeedMatch, the new performance tracking system (an automotive-style diagnostic control center) and automotive style cruise control provide operator convenience. The available iMatch 3-point hitch allows implement switching in seconds without leaving the tractor seat. These tractors come "loader ready" with standard dual SCV, loader joystick and 4WD.

JOHN DEERE / 800-537-8233

 

Kanga Kid

Compact Power Inc.

The Kanga Kid makes light work of big jobs such as moving soil or mulch across a work site, trenching for an irrigation system, or installing a fence. It features a 16-horsepower Honda electric-start engine and more than 10 attachments – all with a quick-attach mount plate. Now available with lug tires or over-the-tire rubber tracks, the Kanga Kid weighs less than 1,000 pounds and measures 32 inches wide. A complete system trailer can be pulled behind a standard vehicle directly to the job site. The Kanga Kid has an operator platform to ride on and fingertip controls.

COMPACT POWER INC. / 800-476-9673

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STMA 2006 Conference in Orlando, Florida

Phone: 800-323-3875, Sports Turf Managers Association

Sports Turf Managers Association 17th Annual Conference and Exhibition
January 18-22, 2006
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort and Convention Center
     Lake Buena Vista, Florida

The 2006 conference program is complete. From in-depth workshops to innovative sessions to networking activities to hands-on training to the latest technical information – the STMA Conference has it all. The Exhibition Center is adjacent to the conference center and the Disney property is completely self contained so attendees will find everything very convenient and user friendly! No cabs, no rental cars, no long walks between the hotel, the education and the trade show!

In 2006, STMA will be celebrating its 25th anniversary and several of the conference events are designed to highlight the advancements of the sports turf management profession. You won’t want to miss being a part of this historical event!

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Turfgrass and Landscape Institute
... A Full Day of Continuing Education

Phone: 800-500-7282, Southern California Turftrass Council

Turfgrass and Landscape Institute
December 14, 2005
Ontario Convention Center, Ontario, California


Pesticide Regulation Laws and Regs
Two (2) hours open to all attendees for no additional fees:

7:00-8:00:
      Laws and Regs Affecting the Landscape Industry
     (San Bernardino County Ag Commissioner Representative)
3:00-4:00:
     IPM and the Healthy School Act (Tom Babb, CA Department of Pesticide Regulations)


Session 1 - Arboriculture
(5.0 PCA/QAL/QAC hrs, 5.5 ISA hrs, 3.0 IA CEUs, and .55 GCSAA
education points applied for)

Morning Moderator: Bill Baker, William Baker and Associates LLC

8:00-8:15:
     Welcome and Announcements (Bill Baker)
8:15-9:30:
     Plant Health Care (Susan Sims, Sims Agriculture and Learning Tree Center )
9:30–10:00:
     Coffee Break at theTrade Show
10:00–10:30:
     What We Expect From Trees (Tom Schaeffer, Facility and Operations Manager,
     Village Nursery, Perris)
10:30–11:15:
     Utilizing Compost in Tree Care (Bill Baker)
11:15-12:00:
     Diagnosing Root Disorders (Pam Geisel, University of California Cooperative Extension
12:00-1:30:
     Lunch and Trade Show

Afternoon Moderator: Janet Hartin , University of California Cooperative Extension

1:30–2:30:
     Training Young Trees for Structure and Form (Larry Costello, University of
     California Cooperative Extension)
2:30–3:00:
     Accessing Unbiased Arboriculture and IPM Information on the Internet (Janet Hartin )


Session 2 -Sports Turf Management
(5.0 PCA/QAL/QAC hrs, 3.0 IA CEUs, and .55 GCSAA education points applied for)

Morning Moderator: Steve Dugas, Cal State University Fullerton

8:00-8:45 :
     Assessment, Hours of Use, and Management of Fields (Mark Hodnick, City of Indio )
8:45-9:30 :
     Choosing the Right Grass for Sports Turf (Doug Brede, Jacklin Seed)
9:30-10:00 :
     SyntheticTurf as a Tool in Sports Turf Management (Mike Tarantino, Poway USD)
10:00-10:30 :
     Coffee Break at the Trade Show
10:30-11:15 :
     Using PGRs in Managing Sports Turf (Kimberly Gard, Syngenta)
11:15–12:00 :
     Analyzing and Amending Sports Turf Soils (Kent Kurtz, Cal Poly Pomona )
12:00-1:30 :
     Lunch and Trade Show

Afternoon Moderator: Mike Tarantino (Poway USD)

1:30–2:15 :
Weed Control in Sports Turf (Bruce Kidd, Dow Agrosciences)
2:15 - 3:00 :
New Technologies in Sports Turf Management
-Renovation and Drainage (Larry Wendell, GREENONE Industries)
- Root Zone and Soil Modification (Bill Paproki, Stabilizer Solutions)


Session 3 - Irrigation Management
(5.0 IA CEUs, 5.0 PCA/QAL/QAC hrs, 4 ISA hrs, and, .55 GCSAA
education points applied for)

Morning Moderators: Eudell Vis and Ramesh Kumar , Cal Poly Pomona

8:00-8:10:
     Welcome and Announcements (Dr. Ramesh Kumar/Eudell Vis , Cal Poly Pomona)
8:10-10:00:
     Irrigation System Electrical Field Procedures – Proper Wire Splicing and System      Grounding (Vince Nollletti Page Electric)
10:00-10:30:
     Coffee Break at the Trade Show
10:30-11:10:
     New Technologies for Landscape Central Control Systems (Doug Shoup,
     Hunter Industries)
11:10-12:00:
     Irrigation Scheduling for Landscapes Based on ETo (Janet Hartin, University of
     California Cooperative Extension)
12:00-1:30:
     Lunch and Trade Show

Afternoon Moderators:
Eudell Vis and Ramesh Kumar , Cal Poly Pomona

1:30-2:00:
     How Smart are Smart Controllers (Dennis Pittenger, University of California
     Cooperative Extension)
2:00-2:30:
     The Future of Landscape Water Use in CA - AB2717 and the Creation of a
     National Water Efficiency Organization (Warrren Gorowitz, Ewing Irrigation)
2:30-3:00:
     Computer Animations for Learning Landscape Water Management Concepts
     (Ramesh Kumar , Cal Poly Pomona)


Important Information

TIME:
Registration & Trade Show open at 6:30 a.m., December 14, 2005.

CANCELLATIONS:
Registration is non-transferable if you cannot attend; NO REFUNDS.

PURCHASE ORDERS:
Purchase orders will be accepted from Government Agencies only.
Copy of a Government Purchase Order is required with the Registration Form.
This option is not available online. Call SCTC office at 800-500-7282 for a registration form

CONFIRMATIONS:
Confirmations will be mailed to attendees whose registration is
received before December 1, 2005. If you have not received a confirmation by December 11th, DO NOT assume you are registered.

QUESTIONS?
For more information contact SCTC office:
Phone: 800-500-SCTC, Fax: 909-627-0032

LOCATION:
Ontario Convention Center
2000 Convention Center Way, Ontario, CA 91764 - $5.00 parking fee applies

LODGING:
Ayres Suites, 1945 East Holt Blvd., Ontario, CA 91761 - $85.00 for Single or Double per night. For reservations call 800-248-4661. Use group name, Southern California Turfgrass Council, when making your reservations.

INSTITUTE'S TRADE SHOW
Before sessions begin and during breaks, see an expanded market of
new products and services from 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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LandsExpo Conference and Exhibits
Available 24, 7, 365

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OnlineClassroom, Product Demos and Exhibits Available 24 Hours a Day,
7 Days a Week, 365 Days a Year for Busy Landscape Professionals.

Pre-recorded sessions focus on Arboriculture, Golf, Irrigation, Landscape,
Park & Rec, and Sports Turf. Available sessions inlcude:
LE01 - Tree Selection: New Varieties - Full Session ($20/$30)
LE02 - Pesticides on Turfgrass - Full Session ($20/$30)
LE03 - Assessing Plant Stress - Full Session ($20/$30)
LE04 - Irrigation Design - Full Session ($20)
LE05 - Tree Health - Full Session ($20/$30)
LE06 - Turfgrass Selection - Full Session ($20/$30)
LE07 - Soil Issues - Full Session ($20/$30)
LE08 - Irrigation Efficiency - Full Session ($20)
LE09 - Pros/Cons of Micro-Injections - Full Session ($20/$30)
LE10 - Evaluating and Amending Soil - Full Session ($20/$30)
LE11 - Soil Erosion Control - Full Session ($20/$30)
LE12 - Irrigation with Reclaimed Water- Speaker Presentation ($10)

Registration Fees:
• Speaker Presentation Up to One Hour - No Accreditation - $10.00
• Full Session Up to Two Hours - No Accreditation - $20.00
• Full Session Up to Two Hours - Apply For Accreditation* - $30.00
           *Full Session Approved Accreditation Available at www.LandsExpo.com

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