Tag: Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI)

GIE+EXPO

Latest Update: Organizers Say GIE+EXPO Is Still On

GIE+EXPO, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition, will be held as planned this year on October 21- 23 at the Kentucky Exposition...
mowers

Mowing Equipment Feature: Adding Mowers To Your Fleet?

Spring mowing season is here and whether you’re just starting to build a fleet or in the process of replacing aging equipment, there are...
OPEI

Is GIE+EXPO Still On? And Other OPEI News

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) just released the association's response to COVID-19. President and CEO Kris Kiser said, "OPEI remains open for business,...
GIE+EXPO

NALP To Separate Annual Meeting From GIE+EXPO In 2022

The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) recently announced that beginning in 2022, it will separate its annual meeting, LANDSCAPES, from GIE+EXPO and will...
TurfMutt

New TurfMutt Spokesdog: Meet Mulligan

The TurfMutt Foundation, which promotes environmental stewardship, has a new spokesdog. Mulligan, a mixed breed puppy who was abandoned along with her siblings, was...
facility management

Surveying Commercial Properties

Facility management leaders responded to questions to describe their sites, groundskeeping budgets and staffing strategies and — for those with in-house teams —their...
pet adoption

OPEI’s TurfMutt Supports 5th Annual Clear The Shelters

The 5th annual Clear the Shelters, a nationwide pet adoption drive to help find homes for animals in need, is this Saturday, August 17,...
environmental education

TurfMutt Education Program Marks 10th Year

The TurfMutt environmental education and stewardship program celebrates its 10th anniversary of teaching the value and benefits of the outdoors, specifically the contributions of...
utility vehicles

Utility Vehicles Are Multi-Faceted Tools

By Chuck Bowen From the October 2018 Issue of Facility Executive As you look at budgeting for upcoming equipment purchases this fall and in 2019, consider...
environmental education

Finding Fur-Ever Homes At GIE-EXPO 2018

On October 18, MUTT MADNESS, a dog adoption event for GIE+EXPO attendees will take place from 11am to 2pm in Freedom Hall at the...
leaf blowers

OPEI, NALP Offer Webinar On Leaf Blower Bans

The use of leaf blowers is increasingly under attack in communities across the country. Some are calling for a blanket ban on this equipment,...

Amazon, EPA Reach Settlement For Sales Of Illegal Pesticides: This Week’s Industry News

Want to keep up with the latest news in lawn care and landscaping? Check back every Thursday for a quick recap of recent happenings...
TurfMutt

Lucky The TurfMutt Shares Maintained Landscapes’ Benefits

Nobody knows Lucky’s exact age, although he’s believed to be about 12. Lucky’s a rescue dog and, in his case, his name matches his...
fuel

California Emissions And Ethanol Misfuelling Challenges

Change (and challenge) is always in the air in the power equipment universe, especially when it comes to the regulatory community. California, which is seriously...
OPEI

OPEI: What It Is And Why We Need It

Small in member numbers, the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is vitally important to the green services industry. Whether you maintain or install plant...
The Future of the Equipment Industry

The Future Of The Equipment Industry

A look inside the latest equipment trends.
Husqvarna

Robot Mowers Role To Grow For Commercial Cutting

OPEI developing ANSI standards to help fuel development.
Visa

DHS Increases Number of H-2B Visas by 15,000: This Week’s Industry News

Want to keep up with the latest news in lawn care and landscaping? Check back every Thursday for a quick recap of recent happenings...
John Deere Florida Dealer Hits 1,000 Machine Mark For 2nd Year

John Deere Florida Dealer Hits 1,000 Machine Mark For 2nd Year: This Week’s Industry...

Want to keep up with the latest news in lawn care and landscaping? Check back every Thursday for a quick recap of recent happenings...
JCB Lady Bamford Center golf outing

Ariens to Sell Stens and JThomas, Lawsuit Challenges Lawn Care Ban: This Week’s Industry...

Want to keep up with the latest news in lawn care and landscaping? Check back every Thursday for a quick recap of recent happenings...
Firewise Landscaping

Firewise Landscaping

Expert advice on designing and maintaining reduced-risk landscapes in an era of extreme wildfires.
Unilock Scholarship

Unilock ® Scholarship Helps Shape the Landscape Industry

Unilock is accepting applications for their Paving the Future Scholarship. The winner will receive $5,000. Deadline for submission is 9/16/24.

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Capital One Center, Ruppert Landscape

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Desert Foothills Landscape

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snow removal, insurance coverage

Is Your Insurance Snow Blind?

Unique risks involved with snow and ice removal mean that adequate insurance coverage is critical to protecting your business.
snowstorms

Compact Cleanup Solutions

In the wake of snowstorms and natural disasters, it's essential to be prepared with versatile equipment to support restoration efforts.