INDUSTRY NEWS & EVENTS
Outdoor Power Equipment Institute Opens New HQ Facility
The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) recently opened a new headquarters facility in Alexandria, Va. "This is an exciting moment in the history of OPEI. As this year's chairman, I'm proud to...
Husqvarna Automower Session At EETC
The EETC Annual Conference in Auburn, Ala. included an update on the latest developments of the Husqvarna Automower. According to Husqvarna’s Robert Ayers, many of the company’s first generation...
Case Construction Equipment Named Marchand North American VP
Case Construction Equipment named Michel Marchand as vice president for North America. He replaces Scott Harris who has taken a similar role at Case IH. Marchand previously served as the regional...
The Toro Company Acquires L.T. Rich Products
The Toro Company announced it has acquired L.T. Rich Products. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. L.T. Rich Products is known for its industry-leading Z-Spray line of stand-on...
Generac Pro Line Of Products
At The Rental Show 2018, held in New Orleans, La. Generac introduced its new Pro line of rugged power equipment. The new assortment, under the Generac Pro brand, consists of the following products:...
Excel Industries President Retires
Excel Industries President and CEO Paul Mullet is retiring from the company after 45 years. In 1972 Paul Mullet, the son of Roy Mullet, started at Excel as a welder. He progressed through a diverse...
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