INDUSTRY NEWS & EVENTS
Maruyama Expands U.S. Footprint
Maruyama U.S., Inc., a subsidiary of Maruyama Mfg. Co., Inc. has expanded its warehousing footprint by acquiring a new warehouse and headquarters in the heart of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Texas. The new facility…
This Old House’s Kevin O’Connor Will Deliver Keynote for Equip Attendees
Renowned This Old House host and home improvement expert, Kevin O’Connor, will deliver the keynote address, sponsored by Kress, at Equip focusing on energizing landscapers, contractors, dealers, and manufacturers and helping them identify ways to…
Yakta Unveils Full Production Line
Yakta, building upon 35 years of manufacturing excellence through its sister company Arrowquip, transfers a customer-focused approach to the zero-turn mower industry and has announced full-scale production of its range of zero-turn mowers. Fresh off…
Rotary Announces New Additions to Sales Team
Rotary Corporation has appointed two new territory sales managers as it expands the sales division to meet the needs of a growing dealer network, according to an announcement by Mark Smith, Chief Sales Officer. Robert…
Lightspeed DMS Appoints Brian Provost CEO
Lightspeed DMS LLC, a recreational dealer management software provider, has announced that Brian Provost has been appointed chief executive officer, succeeding Kris Denos. Lightspeed offers a comprehensive, modern dealer management software platform and suite of…
Maruyama Develops Engine Using Hydrogen
Maruyama US, Inc. (MUS) in conjunction with parent company Maruyama Manufacturing Company, Inc., Ltd. (MMC) have announced the successful stable operation of the world’s first 2-stroke single cylinder hydrogen powered engine. Bench testing is being…
INDUSTRY EVENTS
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Outdoor Power Equipment Institute annual meeting
JUNE 24-26, 2024 – Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. Call 703-549-7600; visit opei.org
Equip Expo
OCTOBER 16-18, 2024 – Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Kentucky. Call 812-949-9200; visit equipexposition.com
National Hardware Show
MARCH 18-20, 2025 – Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. Call 203-840-5622; visit nationalhardwareshow.com