INDUSTRY NEWS & EVENTS

New From Stihl: BRA 200 & BRA 280 Blowers

       The BRA 200 and BRA 280 battery-powered backpack blowers are the latest additions to the Stihl line-up, delivering constant power, smart features, and effortless operation. Both models are designed for professionals who need high performance without sacrificing...

Kawasaki To Launch New Technical Training Center For Dealers 

       Kawasaki Engines has announced a scheduled opening date of January 2026 for its new Technical Training Center, designed to deliver a more advanced and immersive educational experience to its dealer network. The new center will be at the company’s division...

Spark Dealer Group Launches New Website

       Spark Dealer Group, a leading acquirer and operator of power equipment dealerships in the U.S., announced the launch of its new website, sparkdealers.com, as a platform to give dealership owners a clear view of the company’s acquisition approach, long-term...

Billy Goat Moves Manufacturing To New York Plant

       After five decades of growth in Lee’s Summit, Mo., Billy Goat, a subsidiary of Briggs & Stratton, has commenced manufacturing operations at its new North American facility located in Munnsville, NY, designed to enhance product innovation, production...

Kress Commercial Hosts Demo In DC

Kress Commercial Hosts Demo In DC Power Equipment Trade Managing Editor Jessica Johnson was on hand as Kress Commercial gathered dealers and users in the Mid-Atlantic region to check out the...

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Toro Names Edric Funk President, COO

Toro Names Edric Funk President, COO

       The Toro Co. has announced that Edric C. Funk has been appointed president and chief operating officer, effective September 1, 2025. Funk, a 29-year veteran of the company, has served as...

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Meyer Distributing Adds Chain Locker 

Meyer Distributing Adds Chain Locker 

       Meyer Distributing has announced a new partnership with Chain Locker USA, a saw storage case that functions as a toolbox for chains and is made with high-quality materials to stand up against...

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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