Two tradeshows – GIE+EXPO and Hardscape North America – co-located in one location, provide you with your first opportunity to see what your industry is buzzing about. The 19-acre Outdoor Demonstration Area is located within easy walking distance of the indoor exhibits, and the New Products Showcase makes these prestigious shows an efficient, productive marketplace.
See outdoor power equipment, along with products for landscapes, gardens, outdoor leisure, hardscapes and light construction.
For a complete guide to GIE+EXPO and Hardscape NA, go to www.gie-expo.com.
 | Booth #10195 BackSaverThe Gorilla-Lift is a two-sided lift assist for utility trailers. It can handle up to 300 pounds, works on tailgates up to 6 feet long and mounts on the floor or side rails. |
 | Booth #10170 inside, #7400D outside Billy Goat IndustriesForce wheeled blowers are up to 30 percent lighter and offer up to seven times the productivity of a backpack blower. Self-propelled models are also available. |
 | Booth #10140 Bri-Mar Mfg.The low-profile, heavy-duty trailer is easy to use and can haul construction materials as well as equipment. Perfect for landscapers as well as contractors. |
 | Booth #5015 CDS-John Blue Co.CDS-John Blue Co. will show diaphragm and 12-volt pumps and accessories, along with the VisaGage II Flow Monitor and fumigant flow monitor. |
 | Booth #5116 Cub CadetThe new TANK LZ and TANK SZ are designed for professionals who demand the most for their investment in a premium-quality, commercial-grade zero-turn rider. |
 | Booth #5019 Earth & Turf ProductsThe Model 220 MultiSpread is a ground-drive unit that takes power from both of its wheels. It has a capacity of 15 cubic feet and spread width of up to 60 inches. |
 | Booth #9140 EarthwayStop by the booth and check out the hand-held, push, tow, and 12-volt EV-N-SPRED granular spreaders and the latest in Spray-Pro push sprayer technology. |
 | Booth #290 inside, #6133D outside efcoSee a full line of hand-held outdoor power equipment. The outdoor booth will feature the DS 2200 and DS 2400 trimmers, as well as the new MT 4400 chain saw. |
 | Booth #9201 E-Z Trench Mfg.E-Z-Go has been making quality trenching machinery since 1982. E-Z-Go will feature Bedscaper bed edgers and Groundsaw mini trenchers at GIE+EXPO. |
 | Booth #8062 Go iLawnGo iLawn is the green industry’s go-to resource for online property measurement, with high-resolution photos, easy-to-use measuring tools and integrated Proposal Builder. |
 | Booth #9130 inside, #7542D outside GrasshopperDemo the latest gas and diesel-powered equipment. Test-drive mowers and year-round implements for turf care, debris management and snow removal. |
 | Booth #4000 inside, #6125D outside Ground LogicGround Logic makes Honda-powered ride-on spreading and spraying equipment. Spreading capacities up to 220 pounds; spraying capacities up to 16 gallons. |
 | Booth #256 The Grounds GuysPro landscaping franchise with about 90 locations throughout the U.S. and Canada and over 20 years of landscaping expertise to offer to franchise owners. |
 | Booth #9116 HurricaneOffers the 314 for smaller LCOs and the 425 for larger LCOs. The X3, new this year, allows the user to choose three directions, blowing left, right or forward. |
 | Husqvarna Booth #9094 inside, #7800D and #7801D outsideThe HU800AWD mower has all-wheel drive for maneuverability, steel deck, powerful engine, grass collection, mulching and side bumper that doubles as a grass rake. |
 | Booth #8054 inside, #6017D outside JRCOJRCO displays a full line of attachments, including the Tine Rake Dethatcher, Zero-Turn Sprayer, Hooker Aerator, Leaf Blade Plow, Electric Broadcast Spreader and Transporter. |
 | Booth #4031 Magna-MaticManufacturer of balancers, sharpeners and cleaning machines for rotary lawn mower blades. See live demonstrations at the booth, indoors all three days. |
 | Booth #11190 Metro LawnMetro Lawn and AmeriGas Autogas promote the use of propane-powered engines in landscaping equipment and provide a full turnkey program for going green. |
 | New Peco,Booth #384 Inc.New Peco, Inc., offers the Z-Trimmer, the Original Power Sprayer and a full line of trailer vacs with many sizes and engine options. Come see a new generator line designed for 3-point hitch PTO tractors. |
 | Booth #8222 OTR Wheel EngineeringOTR Wheel Engineering will be displaying its popular line of RTV/UTV tires, turf and lawn and garden products, Grassmaster, Trac Master Semi-Pneumatic Flex and Litefoot tires. |
 | Booth #9006 PEER Bearing CompanyManufacturer of deep groove ball bearings. The TurfXtreme has AgXtreme technology to seal out clippings, water and maintain seal integrity when exposed to debris. |
 | Booth #10061 inside, #6122D outside ProLawnSee the full line of shielded sprayers and spreaders. Shielded spraying from 53 inches to over 12 feet. Spray stays within the spray chamber for on-target application. |
 | Booth #3058 inside, #7506D outside Schiller Grounds CareBOB-CAT mowers, Little Wonder landscaping and debris management products, Classen equipment, Mantis products, Ryan equipment and Steiner tractors. |
 | Booth #10090 STEC EquipmentSTEC will feature seeders (walk-behind three-point hitch and tow-type), RotaDairon Soil Renovator, brush cutter for mini skid steers and tractor-drawn implements. |
 | Booth #10218 Switch-N-GoWatch a live demo of the Switch-N-Go Detachable Truck Body System, which interchanges truck bodies in a matter of minutes on any medium-duty work truck. |
 | Booth #11176 inside, 7740D outside TakeuchiTakeuchi will be showcasing the new TL10 and TL12 track loaders, as well as several other pieces of advanced compact earthmoving equipment. |
 | Booth #11040 inside, #6356D outside Turf TeqDesigns and manufactures a line of self-propelled Power Edgers, Power Brooms, Power Rakes, Brush Cutters and Plows. Featuring full attachment interchangeability. |
 | Booth #432 TurfcoThe T3000i spreader-sprayer’s intuitive upgrades include a hands-free speed control system. The TurnAer XT5 aerator now has increased speed and a new weight system. |
 | Booth #2005 U.S. LawnsSince 1986, we have helped existing businesses become a success within our franchise network. Visit our booth to take advantage of our new offer of $0 down for qualified individuals. |
 | Booth #3112 inside, 7730D outside Ventrac by Venture ProductsVentrac compact tractors, with articulating frame, front-end attachments and all-wheel drive traction, and over 30 attachments are designed and manufactured in Orrville, Ohio. |
 | Booth #3094 Wright Mfg.The Stander X mower comes with 48-, 52- or 61-inch decks. Height can be adjusted on the fly. The 9.5 mph cut speed increases productivity without sacrificing comfort. |
Make sure to stop by and see us at Turf magazine, booth #3009!
Educational Opportunities
Workshops
Attend the expanded GIE+EXPO workshops for an exciting, motivational sample of the full conference program specifically for lawn care operators and landscape professionals, grounds managers and hardscape installers. The workshops are sponsored by the Professional Landcare Network and Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute.
Each session is $50 and preregistration is required.
- Thursday, Oct. 27
10-11:30 a.m. – Hardscape Session 1: Production Management and Crew Motivation on the Hardscape Jobsite Frank Gandora, Creative Hardscape
1-2:30 p.m. – Session A: Can’t Measure It, You Can’t Manage It Dan Gordon, Turf Books, PLANET Member Consultant
3-4:30 p.m. – Session B: Avoid Social Media Time-Suck: 21 Practical Tips for Managing Your Time Online More Effectively Chris Heiler, Landscape Leader, PLANET Member Consultant
- Friday, Oct. 28
10-11:30 a.m. – Hardscape Session 2: Adding Hardscape Installation to your Company’s Success Pat McCrindle, MPS, Inc. McCrindle Paver Systems
1-2:30 p.m. – Session C: The Lifecycle of a Landscape Business Ken Thomas, Envisor Consulting, PLANET Member Consultant
3-4:30 p.m. – Session D: Developing a Marketing Plan that Works! Lara Moffat, LM Creative Consulting, PLANET Member Consultant
