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It doesn't take long to recognize the added value of Cat® Multi Terrain Loaders (MTLs). Find out some of the various operating strategies and maintenance steps at our Product Demo.

View WeatherTRAK ET plus Demo  

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WeatherTRAK smart ET controllers adjust irrigation automatically as local weather changes. Achieve healthier landscapes while you and your customers save money, time and water.

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The Estate Master Lawn Sweeper is a real workhorse for professional applications. A configurations of three Suburbanite Sweepers operating together from Minuteman Parker
is considered the ultimate lawn sweeper performer.

View Shindaiwa Speed-Feed™ Demo  

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The average time to reload line from container in to the trimmer head is 30 seconds or less!

New Green TV Episode

BY STEVEN JAY PORUS, LANDSMAGAZINE

This new episode will focus on Online Continuing Education. Online sessions, workshops and training, allow the busy green industry professional to keep up to date on information and CEU license requirements without sacrificing their work load. LandsExpo.com offers 30 pre-recorded sessions with various continuing education accreditation opportunies. View Episode 1008

The US Composting Council is sponsoring "Use of Organic Materials in the Landscape: Compost 101" at LandsConference. The USCC is a trade and professional organization promoting compost. They provide a unified voice for the growing composting industry. The Council is involved in research, public education, composting and compost standards, expansion of compost markets and the enlistment of public support.

Session LC04 - 9:30 to 11:30 (Eastern Time)
Use of Organic Materials in the Landscape: Compost 101 -  Sponsored by USCC
William Baker, Representing UCR Extension
Ronald Alexander, US Composting Council.

The recycling of organic residuals into commercially marketed compost products has become much more prevalent across the U.S. The most widely available compost products are derived from yard trimmings, biosolids and manure, with both municipal and private composting facilities now producing products in almost every state. There a  wide range of applications and benefits of using composts and organic mulches in the landscape.  Golf courses, parks, large landscapes, and home lawns can all utilize organic amendments, but for different applications and in different compositions. Since the landscape, turf and even agricultural sectors are struggling with plant loss, increased input costs, and water management issues, compost can play a more vital role in improving both soil and plant health.

William Baker is a Certified Golf Course Superintendent and a Certified Arborist. He is a licensed pest control advisor and he holds a pesticide applicators license. He received his Bachelors Degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Redlands. He is the consultant for Green Industry Programs, and a course instructor, at University of California Extension at Riverside.  He has written over 60 articles on trees and turf.  He provides training and consulting services to all areas of the Green Industry through his company, William Baker and Associates LLC.

Ronald Alexander is a horticulturist with over 20 years of experience working with compost and other organic recycled products. He is also the President of R. Alexander Associates, Inc., a consulting company specializing in product and market development for organic recycled products. Before becoming a consultant, Mr. Alexander was Vice President of Marketing for a firm specializing in the marketing of composted products. He has also authored the ‘Field Guide to Compost Use’, and ‘Landscape Architecture Specifications for Compost Utilization’, and is currently co-managing the US Composting Council’s Seal of Testing Assurance Program.

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EarthWay's New 2130 High-Output

Earthway Products, Inc

EarthWay will debut the newest spreader in its commercial line-up -- the 2130 High-Output. The 2130 is a large-capacity, high-output, broadcast push spreader designed for use with seed mulch, rock salt and other large particle-sized materials. Like all EarthWay commercial models, the 2130 uses a heavy-duty gearbox and heavy-duty chassis.

EARTHWAY PRODUCTS, INC. / 800- 294-0671

Empire Riding Mower Washer

Empire Products, Inc.

The Empire Riding Mower Washer is a brand-new device for effectively cleaning grass clippings from under the mower deck on large, riding mowers with the use of a common garden hose. After cutting grass, simply park the mower on a flat surface, hook the mower washer to a garden hose, and place it under the deck prior to turning on the water pressure. Raise the mower deck to its highest setting, and engage the mower blades to high speed. After only a few minutes of operation, the underside of the mower deck appears to have been "power washed."

EMPIRE PRODUCTS, INC. / 715-635-8197

Gravely X-Treme Flo 1550 Bagger

Gravely, an Ariens Co.

Gravely's new X-Treme Flo 1550 bagger offers high performance, more uptime and ease of use. Its fabric cover provides optimum airflow and venting, and won't crack like plastic covers. The top opens fully and is held open by gas cylinders. Features of the blower include a large handle idler release for easy installation and removal, 1,550-cubic-feet-per-minute blower air movement, and up to 50 percent fewer parts for less maintenance and longer life. It also has a rugged 1/4-inch-steel, 5-blade fan with contoured blades for maximum airflow and better handling of debris, and a large wrap-around bumper for protection.

GRAVELY, AN ARIENS CO. / 800-472-8359

ARS Telescopic Long-reach Pro Pruner Series

Growtech, Inc.

The new ARS telescopic long-reach pro pruner series features a new swing head system with a hand-adjustable bolt and aluminum die-cast tilt neck for durability. Slim design dropped forged blades deliver durability and cutting leverage. The blades are hard chrome plated for sap and rust resistance. An ergonomically designed grip with rubber coating provides comfort and ease of handling. It is available with the cut-and-hold blade or razor-edge blade.

GROWTECH, INC. / 800-204-4769

Kunz's AcrEase Pro60K

Kunz Engineering Inc.

Kunz Engineering's AcrEase Pro60K is an all-new, pull-behind, finish-cut mower. One or 2 Pro60Ks may be attached to the side of any zero-turn riding mower, ATV or utility vehicle to add extra width, translating to reduced operating costs and increased profits. The AcrEase Pro60K features an 18-hp. Kohler Command electric-start engine and electric clutch for blade engagement. The 60-inch-wide deck is fully floating and deep with a wide side discharge. The 1.5- to 5-inch cutting height can be quickly adjusted with an all-new 2-point crank system. The Pro60K also boasts 13-inch-diameter front tires and 15-inch-diameter rear tires. 

KUNZ ENGINEERING INC. / 815-539-6954

Nascent Design's Power Shifter Quick-change Engine Mount

Nascent Design Inc.

Nascent Design Inc. will introduce the Power Shifter quick-change engine mount at EXPO 2006. This patent-pending system allows a user to rapidly swap a single engine between multiple implements. Rental and landscaping businesses benefit by maintaining a diverse fleet of machines at reduced capital costs and maintenance. Homeowners can buy 1 and then add affordable implements because they don't pay for an engine with each piece. The equipment manufacturer benefits through reduced costs, increasing profit and market share. The Power Shifter system is incorporated at the manufacturing level and is not intended for retrofit. 

NASCENT DESIGN INC. / 845-558-4383

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... Aerification is arguably the most important cultural practice for maintaining high quality sports turf.

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LandsConference in Louisville, Kentucky

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LandsConference at the EXPO
October 6-8, 2006
Louisville, Kentucky

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LandsConference is a continuing education program featuring live sessions with prominent speakers from both private industry and education/government institutions. An unique program because it is held both on-site and filmed as a live web broadcast for online attendees. It is also one of the first to have sessions with multiple national accreditations. Double or even triple dip on your continuing education requirements. Sessions apply for accreditation with:

• American Society of Landscape Architects
• Certified Crop Advisors
• Certified Sustainable Landscapers
• Department of Pesticide Applicators/Advisors
• Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
• Irrigation Association
• International Society of Arboriculture
• Sports Turf Managers Association

Friday, October 6, 2006
Sports Turf Track Sponsored by STMA

LC01 - 9:30 to 11:30 (Eastern Time)
Water Quality Issues in Sports Fields
Accreditation Applied For: ASLA, CCA, IA, GCSAA, STMA
Shoumo Mitra, Ph.D., Cal. State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Mike Huck, Irrigation and Turfgrass Services

LC02 - 12:30 to 2:30 (Eastern Time)
Technology Update for Sports Fields
Accreditation Applied For: ASLA, GCSAA, STMA
Tom Samples, Ph.D., University of Tennessee
Bill Paproki, Stabilizer Solutions

LC03 - 3:00 to 5:00 (Eastern Time)
Practical Maintenance of Sports Fields
Accreditation Applied For: CCA, DPR, GCSAA, STMA
Trent Hale, Ph.D., Technical Consultant
Dale Getz, The Toro Company

Landscape Track

LC04 - 9:30 to 11:30 (Eastern Time)
Use of Organic Materials in the Landscape: Compost 101 - Sponsored by USCC
Accreditation Applied For: CCA, GCSAA, ISA, STMA
William Baker, Representing UCR Extension
Ronald Alexander, US Composting Council

LC05 - 12:30 to 2:30 (Eastern Time)
Irrigation Efficiency for the Landscape
Accreditation Applied For: CCA, GCSAA, IA, STMA
Shoumo Mitra, Ph.D., Cal. State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Mike Baron, Walla Walla Sprinkler Company

LC06 - 3:00 to 5:00 (Eastern Time)
Pruning Disasters
Accreditation Applied For: CCA, GCSAA, ISA
Marty Shaw, Happy Tree

Pesticide Initial Certification Training

LC07 - 1:00 to 3:00 (Eastern Time)
Pesticide Initial Certification Training
Not Available Online
Accreditation Applied For: CCA, DPR, ISA, STMA
Ken Franks, Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Jerry Seabolt, Tennessee Department of Agriculture

Pesticide Initial Certification Testing
Note: On-site Testing for Kentucky is available.
   • Fees apply for Kentucky ($25)

Note: On-site Testing for Tennessee is not available.
   • View Certification Exam Form
   • View All Tennessee Agriculture Forms

Tennessee Testing Locations: Chattanooga, Clarksville, Fayetteville, Jackson, Jamestown, Jonesborough, Knoxville, Lawrenceburg, Memphis, Murfreesboro, Nashville, and Winchester.

Saturday, October 7, 2006
Pesticide Application Recertification

LC08 - Part One - 9:30 to 12:30 (Eastern Time), Part Two - 1:30 to 4:30 (Eastern Time)
Pesticide Application Recertification
Accreditation Applied For: CCA, DPR, ISA, STMA
Dr. Bruce Williams, Agronomy and Horticulture Services LLC

Note: Two-part session - six-hours - priced as 3 sessions

Arboriculture Track

LC09 - 9:30 to 11:30 (Eastern Time)
Risk Assessment
Accreditation Applied For: CCA, GCSAA, ISA
William Baker, Representing UCR Extension
Susan Sims, Sims Tree Learning Center

LC10 - 12:30 to 2:30 (Eastern Time)
Soil Problems and Their Remediation
Accreditation Applied For: CCA, GCSAA, ISA
Stacy Borden, Dave Leonard Consulting Arborist, Inc.
Dave Leonard, Dave Leonard Consulting Arborist, Inc.

LC11 - 3:00 to 5:00 (Eastern Time)
Tree Physiology as it Relates to Maintenance
Accreditation Applied For: CCA, GCSAA, ISA
Alden Kelley, Ph.D., Technical Consultant
Susan Sims, Sims Tree Learning Center

Sunday, October 8, 2006
Sustainable Landscape Session

Session LC12 - 11:00 to 1:00 (Eastern Time)
Intelligent Landscapes: HortiGenomics 2
Accreditation Applied For: ASLA, CCA, DPR, GCSAA, ISA, STMA
Susan Sims, Sims Tree Learning Center
Alden Kelley, Ph.D., Technical Consultant
Tom Samples, Ph.D., University of Tennessee

Golf Management Session

Session LC13 - 11:00 to 1:00 (Eastern Time)
Golf Course Managment
Accreditation Applied For: GCSAA
William Baker, Representing UCR Extension
Andrea Bakalyar, The Wee Course at Williams Creek

FREE Landscape Session

Session LCF1 - 8:00 - 9:15 (Eastern Time)
Landscape Contractors Save Time & Money with Technology
Accreditation Applied For: NONE
Steven Jay Porus , Green Industry Education
Scott Prewett, Exaktime, Inc.

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LandsConference
Sponsors

STMA Online Training - Available 24, 7, 365

Phone: 800-323-3875, SportsTurf Managers Association

Online Training is available 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, 365 Days a Year for Busy SportsTurf Professionals.

Pre-recorded sessions, workshops and demos are available for both STMA members and non-members. Members pricing for Online Training is $30.00 for one, $60.00 for two, and $90.00 for three. Non-member pricing for Online Training is $50.00 for one, $100.00 for two, and $150.00 for three. Available sessions, workshops and demos inlcude:

OC01 - Schools K-12
Speaker 1- Floyd Perry, Grounds Maintenance Services
Speaker 2 - Dr. Grady Miller, University of Florida
Speaker 3 - John Mascaro, Turf-Tec International
Speaker 4 - Dr. John Cisar, University of Florida

OC02 - Parks and Recreation
Speaker 1 - Preston Courtney, Disney Wide World of Sports
Speaker 2 - Floyd Perry, Grounds Maintenance Services
Speaker 3 - Bill Berry, City of Rock Hill
Speaker 4 - Richard Sanger, Sarasota County
Speaker 5 - Ron Kelley, Sarasota County

OC03 - Developing A Comprehensive Master Plan
Speaker 1- Francois Hebert, Consultant

OC04 - Building Athletic Fields
Speaker 1 - Dr. Chuck Darrah, CLC Labs
Speaker 2 - Boyd R. Montbomery II, The Toro Company
Speaker 3 - Mark Heinlein, The Motz Group

OC05 - Fertilizer
Speaker 1 - Brad Jakubowski, University of Nebraska
Speaker 2 - Dr. Tom Samples, University of Tenessee

OC06 - Outdoor Demonstrations
Speaker 1 - Dr. Roch Gaussoin
Speaker 2 - Floyd Perry, Grounds Maintenance Services
Speaker 3 - Preston Courtney, Disney Wide World of Sports

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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, Park and Landscape,
Pesticide Application, and Sports Turf.

Registration Fees:
• Full Session Up to Two Hours - $30.00

Available sessions inlcude:

LE01 - Tree Selection: New Varieties
William Baker, Representing UCR Extension
Dennis Swartzell, Mountain States Wholesale Nursery

LE02 - Pesticides on Turfgrass
Jay Gan, Ph.D., University of California, Riverside
Bruce Kidd, Dow Agro Sciences

LE03 - Assessing Plant Stress
Angela O'Callaghan, Ph.D. University of Nevada, Cooperative Extension
Susan Sims, Sims Tree Health Specialists

LE04 - Irrigation Design
Bob Morris, University of Nevada, Cooperative Extension
Tom Ash, HydroPoint Data Systems

LE05 - Tree Health
M.L. Robinson, University of Nevada, Cooperative Extension
Susan Sims, Sims Tree Health Specialists

LE06 - Turfgrass Selection
Kent Kurtz, Ph.D., Deceased
John Rector, Turf-Seed, Inc.

LE07 - Soil Issues
Shoumo Mitra, Ph.D., California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Dirk Muntean, Soil and Plant Laboratory, Inc.

LE08 - Irrigation Efficiency
Shoumo Mitra, Ph.D., California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Mike Baron, Walla Walla Sprinkler Company

LE09 - Pros/Cons of Micro-Injections
Tim Paine, Ph.D., University of California, Riverside
Marc Merman, Mauget

LE10 - Evaluating and Amending Soil
Kent Kurtz, Ph.D., Deceased
Dirk Muntean, Soil and Plant Laboratory, Inc.

LE11 - Soil Erosion Control
Rod Dahl, USDA
Al Schrand, Fiber Marketing

LE12 - Irrigation with Reclaimed Water
David D. Davis, David D. Davis and Associates

LE13 - Synthetic Infill vs. Natural Turf
A.J. Powell, Ph.D., University of Kentucky
Darren Gill, FieldTurf

LE14 - Drainage Issues in the Landscape
Phil Hilliker, EMCH Bros

LE15 - Hemlock Wooley Adelgids
Terry A. Tattar, Ph.D., University of Massachusetts
Marty Shaw, Happy Tree

LE16 - It's All About the Turf
Erik Ervin, Ph.D., Virginia Tech
Michael Vanatta, Environmental Turf

LE17 - Management Skills for Golf Courses
William Baker, Representing UCR Extension
Andrea Bakalyar, The Wee Course at Williams Creek

LE18 - Golf Course Preparation
William Baker, Representing UCR Extension
Andrea Bakalyar, The Wee Course at Williams Creek

LE19 - Micro-Injection Solutions
Terry A. Tattar, Ph.D., University of Massachusetts
Marty Shaw, Happy Tree

LE20 - Tree Decay: Structural Issues
William Baker, Representing UCR Extension
Susan Sims, Sims Tree Learning Center

LE21 - Soil Issues That Impact Tree Health
Susan Sims, Sims Tree Learning Center
Paul Sachs, North County Organics

LE22 - Managing Healthy Sports Fields
Tom Samples, Ph.D., University of Tennessee
Paul Sachs, North County Organics

LE23 - Efficient Irrigation Management for Sports Fields
Dave Minner, Ph.D., Iowa State University
Lynda Wightman, Hunter Industries

LE24 - Developing An Aerification Program for Sports Fields
Trent Hale, Ph.D., Clemson University
Dale Getz, The Toro Company

LE25 - Sustainable Landscapes: Intro to HortiGenomics
Susan Sims, Sims Tree Learning Center
Dr. Bruce Williams, Agronomy and Horticulture Services LLC
Ron Whitehurst, Rincon-Vitova Insectaries

LE26 - Laws and Regulations for Chemical Application
Ken Franks, Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Jerry Seabolt, Tennessee Department of Agriculture

LE27 - Turf Options for Park & Recreation Management
Tom Samples, Ph.D., University of Tennessee

LE28 - Saving Water for Park & Rec with Irrigation Efficiency
Bernd Leinauer, Ph.D., New Mexico State University
Mica Franklin, Aquatrols

LE29 - Managing Pest Outbreaks in Trees
Ron Whitehurst, Rincon-Vitova Insectaries
Joe Doccola, Arbor Jet

LE30 - Sustainable Landscaping
Janet S. Hartin, University of California Cooperative Extension

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