INDUSTRY NEWS & EVENTS

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...

Meyer Distributing Now In Partnership With MTD, Troy-Bilt

       Adding to its over 1,000 product lines, Meyer Distributing has now added Troy-Bilt to its inventory.  “We are excited to partner with MTD/Troy-Bilt,” announces Mike Merder, Category Sales Manager for Outdoor Power Equipment at Meyer. “Their selection of snow...

2025 Equip Expo Daily Recaps

2025 Equip Expo Daily RecapsHosted by Jessica Johnson & Dan Shell of Power Equipment Trade

Why Your Grandfather Would Outsell Today’s Salesperson

       By John Chapin   With the development of the internet, social media, “new” relationship and solution selling techniques, and most recently AI, there seems to be a belief out there that today’s salespeople are superior to those of the past. As you can probably...
OPEI Expands Initiatives

OPEI Expands Initiatives

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), recently announced that it is ramping up its regulatory, standards and market reporting and statistics efforts to meet the unique needs of the corded...

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Predator Power Signs U.S. Distributor

Leading UK-based tree care plant and equipment suppliers Predator Power has announced the appointment of its first US distributor. The company has also won significant international new business...

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Mackissic Acquired Yard Marvel

Mackissic Acquired Yard Marvel

MacKissic acquired Yard Marvel Manufacturing located in Spokane, Washington. Yard Marvel has been manufacturing since 1955. The company produces roto tillers, dethatchers, and aerators primarily for...

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Hustler Announces Distribution Change

In an ongoing effort to better serve its authorized dealer network and grow its distribution, Hustler Turf announces that Power Trim Co. Inc. has been named the exclusive California Distributor for...

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B3C Expands Operations In SC

This week, B3C Fuel Solutions announced the expansion of its Conway, S.C. based business. This expansion will create 36 jobs at the company’s current facility and include a capital investment of...

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Grasshopper ‘Built To Last’ Awards

Grasshopper ‘Built To Last’ Awards

Grasshopper 'Built To Last' awards were presented to Chris Shipp, owner of Shipp Shape Lawn Service in Sylvester, Ga., and Rodney Miles, owner of Miles Mowing & Lawn Care in Portland, Ind....

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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