DeWalt 40V Max and 20V Max OPE Update
At the GIE Expo late last year, DeWalt introduced their latest battery-powered OPE (outdoor power equipment). The DeWalt 40V Max Brushless Backpack Blower, DeWalt 40V Max Brushless Chainsaw, and DeWalt 20V Max Hedge Trimmer are all making their way to store shelves as we speak. These outdoor power equipment solutions expand their existing 40V Max system and 20V […]
Oregon Gator SpeedLoad Cutting System
There’s a new way to load your gas powered string trimmer. The Oregon Gator SpeedLoad Cutting System is a new trimmer line cutting system that offers an integrated head and disk-like system that simplifies the replacement of trimmer line. Since it’s pre-coiled, no winding, spooling, or cutting of line is required. This dramatically reduces the loading and unloading […]
Stihl BGA 100 Cordless Handheld Blower
Stihl BGA 100 Blower Offers High Performance, Low Noise, and Light Weight At just 5.5 lbs and 56 dB(A), the Stihl BGA 100 Cordless Handheld Blower boasts the lightest and quietest in its class of outdoor power equipment. A lot of pro landscapers will be looking to see how it actually performs with this combination of noise […]
Makita 18V X2 LXT OPE Update
Makita 18V X2 LXT OPE Expands to Include Blower and String Trimmer Makita has released new OPE cordless tools as part of their cordless solutions for landscapers – the Makita 18V X2 LXT (36V) Brushless Cordless Blower and String Trimmer. Both landscaping tools are the first in their category to be powered by two 18V batteries without leaving the […]
Oregon SpeedCut Bar and Chain Cutting System
Oregon SpeedCut Bar and Chain Cutting System Improves Cutting Speed and Decreases Weight Oregon has announced the new SpeedCut Bar and Chain Cutting System that will be available in 2016. The system combines Oregon’s new .325-inch pitch narrow kerf saw chain and SpeedCut laminated guide bars. The redesigned cutter shape gives higher cutting efficiency and durability while the […]
DeWalt 20V Max Outdoor Power Equipment Preview
Dewalt is launching two new outdoor power equipment products, the DeWalt 20V Max XR String Trimmer (DCST920P1) and DeWalt 20V Max XR Handheld Blower (DCBL720P1). Starting with our review of the DeWalt 40V Max Blower, the company’s OPE debut was solid. Not to be outdone, DeWalt’s 40V Max String Trimmer was also an excellent design. Stepping […]
Toro UltraPlus Blower Vac 51621 Preview
Toro’s latest blower vacuum is boasting their highest performance ever in the category. The Toro UltraPlus Blower Vac, model 51621 is a 3-in-1 yard tamer with blowing, vacuuming, and shredding capabilities. Targeted at homeowners that don’t mind being attached to an extension cord, the Toro UltraPlus Blower Vac should save time. Different blower tube attachments […]
Stihl Electric Start Backpack Blower Preview
Stihl Electric Start Backpack Blower Now an Option for at Least One Model Stihl backpack blowers are a common sight on professional lawn maintenance crews and the company has just given us another reason to love them. The Stihl BR 450 C-EF now features a battery operated electric start. The battery is stored onboard and is […]