The Drum Mulcher OD Pro X is the first in a lineup of new equipment the company will be releasing in 2022.
Diamond Mowers, a manufacturer of industrial mowing, mulching and brush cutting equipment for the municipal, skid-steer and excavator markets, is debuting the new SK Drum Mulcher OD Pro X, which is the first in a series of high-performance mulching tools set to be launched by the company this year.
“At Diamond, we are committed to offering our customers the best tools for every task,” said Dan Stachel, executive vice president of Diamond Mowers. “With this goal in mind, we are pleased to announce an upgraded family of drum mulchers featuring product enhancements and a wider variety of mulching heads to meet our diverse customer needs.”
The Drum Mulcher OD Pro X fuses open drum versatility with depth control precision. Ideal for users requiring power and flexibility for harsh mulching needs, this tool is made for a wide range of heavy-duty applications from land clearing and vegetation management to utility and roadside maintenance. It is strategically engineered to allow heavy ground engagement for maximum productivity while producing a smaller finished product than conventional open drum models.
“We believe there’s always another approach to innovation,” Stachel said. “Our new drum mulcher offers the best of both worlds to deliver optimal versatility and powerful processing for tackling the toughest mulching and brush clearing applications.”
Designed to process material up to 9” in diameter continuously, this new drum is differentiated in the marketplace by its optimized infeed system. Directional rake tines deflect vegetation back to the rotor and shredding chamber for smaller mulch after the first pass. Optimum shredding performed in the drum chamber reduces the need for back-dragging and produces a uniform mulch with a smaller particle size than typical open drum options.
“The infeed area and entire processing chamber of the OD Pro X are specifically designed for the most efficient reduction of material possible,” Stachel said.
Available in 60- and 72-inch cutting widths, the OD Pro X accommodates three tooth options, allowing users to interchange teeth for different applications, all while maintaining drum balance. Other product features include:
Priced to retail from approx. $31,978, the drum attaches to most skid-steers and compact track loaders. Upon purchase, the attachment is factory-set to match each carrier’s specified pressure and flow. Diamond Mowers’ dealers have the ability to fine-tune the motor settings to achieve peak performance.
“The OD Pro X is a must-have for any rental fleet or contracting operation with multiple operators,” Stachel said. “It’s a versatile, cost-effective utility tool that tackles virtually any mulching job.”
Diamond Mowers intends to roll out a whole portfolio of drum mulching attachments to reinforce its commitment to the vegetation management space. In addition to the new open drum customers can anticipate enhancements to the company’s depth control drum, along with a low-flow skid drum, a boom drum, and a game-changing excavator drum specifically designed for use with midi excavators.
“True partnership requires a full array of products,” Stachel added. “With these new and improved attachment options, Diamond will be a complete source for any mulching need.”
All Diamond Mowers products are backed by a one-year warranty and the company’s customer service resources. In addition to an experienced team of customer care experts, Diamond offers a 72-hour parts shipping guarantee on its most common parts, and a dedicated parts team available to answer questions and address any parts needs that may arise.
Cal Hill will support the Quali-Pro Brand in the company’s Gulf Coast territory.
Control Solutions is pleased to announce the addition of a new member to the Quali-Pro Team. Cal Hill will support the Quali-Pro Brand in the Gulf Coast Territory (AL, GA, KY, LA, MS and TN).
Hill comes to Quali-Pro with a strong product background with over 30 years of experience in the turf and ornamental business. During that time, Hill spent 23 years as a distributor sales representative. Before moving to sales, he was the golf course superintendent at The Refuge Golf Course in Jackson, Mississippi, and the assistant superintendent at both Southern Trace Country Club in Shreveport, Louisiana, and Kiva Dunes in Gulf Shores, Alabama. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy from Mississippi State University. Hill resides with his wife and daughter in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Titan Intelligence will feature a suite of AI solutions for customers.
ServiceTitan, a cloud-based software platform built to power the trades, has announced the launch of Titan Intelligence (TI), a suite of AI solutions for the trades. These new features provide home and commercial service providers with actionable insights and recommendations, enabling them to optimize, automate, predict and innovate across every aspect of their business by harnessing the power of data. Natively built into ServiceTitan, Titan Intelligence will deliver trade-specific AI capabilities across its entire suite of new data products and feature enhancements.
This new technology was unveiled at ServiceTitan’s annual Pantheon event held at the LA Coliseum April 20-22.
The trades industry is at an inflection point as trends in data analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence are changing how the world operates. With Titan Intelligence, businesses on the ServiceTitan platform will be able to unlock the power of their own data to help automate repetitive and simple tasks, improve customer experience, predict outcomes, lower costs and stay competitive in a world run by data. Over 7,500 ServiceTitan customers will have the equivalent of their own personal consultant built directly into the platform, helping contractors connect the dots throughout their business to extract meaningful and actionable insights.
“Titan Intelligence is bringing the power of data and AI to the trades on a scale that has never been seen before,” said Vahe Kuzoyan, co-founder and president of ServiceTitan. “This industry will no longer have to wait years, or even decades, to take advantage of modern technology innovations. The launch of Titan Intelligence represents a giant leap forward for the trades, and another example of ServiceTitan's commitment to provide contractors with access to the best technology to fuel their business.”
Several new ServiceTitan product updates and features powered by Titan Intelligence were also announced at Pantheon 2022, including:
“The trades industry is undergoing rapid digital transformation, and we want to equip our customers with the trades-specific tools and valuable data-driven insights they need to meet this critical moment head on,” said Ara Mahdessian, co-founder and CEO of ServiceTitan. “We believe that all tradespeople deserve not only the best, but also the most innovative technology available to power their businesses that power our lives.”
To learn more about Titan Intelligence and all of ServiceTitan’s new tools and features click here.
The former GIE+EXPO includes expanded Demo Yard hours and its first-ever welcome reception.
Louisville, Ky. – Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition has opened registration for the 2022 tradeshow, held Oct. 18-21 in Louisville, KY.
“Equip Exposition is the experience of the year for the outdoor living, landscape, and power equipment industry. It’s the industry’s proving ground,” said Kris Kiser, President of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, which owns and manages the tradeshow. “Equip Exposition is one trade show where you can test before you invest in new products, innovations and ideas for your business.”
Registration is open for landscape professionals, hardscape contractors, outdoor power equipment dealers and retailers, and manufacturers at www.equipexposition.com.
Bob Clements International and the Equipment & Engine Training Council will offer technician training and management courses for dealers and retailers.
“We hear from our attendees that they want products and education that will help them grow their business, and that’s what they’ll find in Louisville this October. You can talk to the minds behind the products and technology – then walk outside to the 20-plus-acre Demo Yard to try it out. Add the education sessions, entertainment, and networking, and Louisville is where you’ll find the future of the business,” Kiser said.
New this year, Equip Exposition will kick off Tuesday evening, with a welcome reception for all attendees at Louisville Slugger Field. The Expo will open earlier Wednesday – at 9 a.m. for dealers and 12 noon for contractors – as well as feature a TurfMutt Foundation 5K, sponsored by Ariens, at the Louisville Downtown riverfront and across the Ohio River pedestrian bridge, and close Friday with a networking breakfast and keynote.
All registrants receive free admission to:
- Welcome Reception at Louisville Slugger Field, sponsored by Husqvarna and Louisville Tourism - Opening Keynote with David Feherty, sponsored by John Deere and Equip - Concert Series with Trace Adkins and the Crashers, sponsored by STIHL on the Belgard Stage - Influencer LIVE, sponsored by Kohler Engines - Closing Keynote and Breakfast with National Geographic’s Joel Sartore
Equip Exposition continues to co-locate with Hardscape North America, a tradeshow for hardscape contractors, presented by the Interlocking Concrete Paving Institute and National Concrete Manufacturers Association. Registration at Equip Expo gets attendees free access to the HNA show.
The new fungicide is the first fungicide developed for lawn care from BASF.
BASF is introducing Pillar SC Intrinsic brand fungicide, a dual-active liquid formulation that delivers broad-spectrum control of 26 cool- and warm-season turf diseases, like brown patch, dollar spot, leaf spots and large patch with one use rate.
Pillar SC Intrinsic brand fungicide is the first fungicide developed for lawn care from BASF. It combines the strength of two active ingredients, triticonazole and pyraclostrobin, for fast curative activity and long-lasting residual disease control up to 28 days.
“Pillar SC Intrinsic brand fungicide is a very flexible, broad-spectrum product, providing lawn care operators with a new solution that can offer disease control on a level unseen before in this market.” said Jeff Vannoy, senior product manager, turf solutions for BASF. “Lawn care is an important market for BASF and we are excited to provide a more diverse offering of products for LCOs with this premier fungicide.”
Pillar SC Intrinsic brand fungicide is EPA labeled to improve turf stress tolerance and growth efficiency in lawns resulting in beautiful, resilient, high-quality turf for their customers.
Pillar SC Intrinsic brand fungicide will be available for sale starting May 1, 2022. Lawn care operators can learn more about Pillar SC Intrinsic brand fungicide by contacting their local BASF representative or visiting www.betterturf.basf.us/lawncare.