Leaf Blower MPH vs CFM – Which is More Important?
We’ve tested the best battery-powered leaf blowers and the best gas leaf blowers to see who reigns supreme. During our testing, a discussion came up about why manufacturer CFM specs tend to be pretty far off from reality. It also opened up other questions, mainly with people asking about the difference between leaf blower MPH […]
Briggs & Stratton SimpliPHI Energy Storage System
With orders starting June 14th, the Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions SimpliPHI Energy Storage System (ESS) provides a new way to think about residential and commercial power. Briggs & Stratton SimpliPHI delivers an integrated, scalable power storage solution that uses proprietary hardware and software. Briggs & Stratton, LLC acquired SimpliPhi Power, Inc., a California-based manufacturer […]
What Size String Trimmer Line Should You Use?
When it comes to keeping a lawn neat and tidy, the string trimmer shines as a multi-purpose workhorse. Depending on the application, one could use it to mow down hard-to-access areas, trim up grass and weeds that a mower can’t quite reach, clear out thicker brush, and edge out lines for a cleaner-looking yard. So, […]
Kubota to Expand Gainesville Georgia Facilities
Kubota Plans to Grow its Georgia Footprint Agricultural equipment company Kubota already has a Georgia presence— its Kubota Industrial Equipment (KIE) plant is located in Jefferson. However, the company plans on expanding into Gainesville with the addition of another KIE plant. The estimated construction investment for this facility is slated at $140 million. Kubota Gainesville […]
Bobcat Certified Approved Used Equipment Program
The Bobcat Certified used equipment program aims to save you money by certifying pre-owned Bobcat compact equipment for resale. It provides you with a lower-priced used machine and peace of mind. Each machine undergoes a detailed inspection by the dealer that Bobcat requires prior to being approved for the Certified Pre-Owned program. From the frame […]
Vanguard Oil Guard Technology Gives You 500-hour Oil Change Intervals
Vanguard Oil Guard Technology Saves Time and Money You can find Vanguard Oil Guard Technology on Ferris and other mowers. We got a chance to test it on the Vanguard 810cc model via the Ferris 2100Z zero-turn mower. After an initial break-in, you can operate this engine for up to 500 hours between having to […]
How to Protect Your Home from Wildfires
How to Landscape for Fire Resistance We don’t deal with too many wildfires here in Florida—which is odd considering we’re the lightning capital of the world. At least when you factor in the number of lightning strikes per square mile. If you live in an area prone to wildfires, however, you want your property as […]
Using the Electric Ford F150 Lightning Work Truck as a Jobsite Generator
Are You Ready To Make The Switch To An All-Electric Work Truck? As everyone talks about electric vehicles, we keep wondering if they’re ready for prime time on the jobsite. Based on the latest news, we wonder if the base-level electric Ford F150 Lightning Pro would make a good work truck. While you can upgrade […]