Aqua Cents Water Management was recognized by the SBDC-UC Merced Network, representing 14 counties in CA’s Central Region. The Technology Business of the Year Award was presented during Small Business Week, and recognized the company’s innovative technology providing water savings in urban landscapes (turf) of up to 50 percent for sustained periods of five to…
Registration is now open for the 8th annual WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition, slated for October 7-9, at the South Point Hotel and Conference Center in Las Vegas. WSI is offering an “early bird” registration fee of $335 through 5 p.m. PST, Thursday, June 4, at WaterSmartInnovations.com. Beginning Friday, June 5, the full conference…
KOHLER, Wis. – At its annual meeting today, the Kohler Board of Directors elected Chairman and CEO Herbert V. Kohler, Jr. to the new role of executive chairman effictive June 1. Mr. Kohler will continue to chair the Board, lead its Executive Committee, oversee shareholder communications, manage corporate mergers and acquisitions and the Hospitality &…
HERNDON, Va. – The National Association of Landscape Professionals recently announced Jeremy Thorne as the recipient of the inaugural Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. The award was presented March 15 during the annual National Collegiate Landscape Competition (formerly Student Career Days), hosted by North Carolina State University. The award is designed to recognize…
TUCSON, Ariz. — In 2013, Rain Bird launched “Project PRS,” an initiative aimed at educating irrigation contractors and their customers about the many benefits of pressure-regulating irrigation technology. Now, thanks to new, compelling research from the University of Arizona, Project PRS is well-positioned to continue its water-saving mission in 2015. “In 2013, Rain Bird’s…
NOVATO, Calif. – The 45th anniversary of Earth Day brings increased awareness to the issues associated with water scarcity. People around the globe are becoming increasingly sensitive and focused on the unnecessary waste of the earth’s precious resources. Mandatory water restrictions are being implemented by leaders, agencies and municipalities across the United States. What…
The Davey Tree Expert Co. has announced the acquisition of Kerns Brothers Tree Service & Landscaping, a residential tree care company based near Wilmington, Delaware. The acquisition is Davey’s 8th in the last year and the second in 2015. Jim Stief, executive vice president, U.S. residential operations, said Davey is committed to future growth –…
LEE’S SUMMIT, Mo. – Billy Goat Industries is taking to the streets with its reciprocating aerator lineup. On the heels of the recent PLUGR acquisition and launch of the One & Done Hydro Aerator, the company is offering demos to give contractors and landscapers an opportunity to experience the benefits of reciprocating technology. Reciprocating…
COLUMBIA, Md. – As part of its commitment to helping students succeed, global design software developer Nemetschek Vectorworks has launched the 2015 Vectorworks Design Scholarship program. Students from across all design disciplines around the world are encouraged to submit their best individual or group work by Monday, Aug. 31, 2015 for the opportunity to win…
ATHENS, Ga. – Caterpillar has announced a handful of new products for the industry. The new products feature a Tier 4 Final solution and were designed with five customer values in mind: fuel efficiency, productivity, technology, comfort and safety. In the loader market, Caterpillar has four new small-chassis models: two compact track loaders (the 239D…
