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carbide insert for heavy-duty commercial applications . Self-leveling side plates with reversible , bolt-on skis make serviceability easy , allowing you to use both edges of the ski before replacing . The Pile Driver is perfect for clearing large open areas such as airports , manufacturing facilities , retail spaces , parking lots and other job sites with an expansive footprint . Given its size and effectiveness , these pusher plows can eliminate the need to find multiple drivers , thereby reducing labor costs .
EXMARK VERTEX V-SERIES
Exmark introduced its first stand-on electric mower — the Vertex V-Series . Designed specifically for commercial mower applications , the HyperCell batteries run cooler to provide more runtime and longer service life . Exmark ’ s patent-pending management software optimizes performance and delivers up to seven hours of runtime per charge . Commercial high-torque wheel motors and a planetary transmission deliver smooth , responsive control and ground speed of up to 10 mph . The electric powertrain eliminates maintenance associated with gasoline engines , including oil and filter changes , while the electric spindle motors eliminate belt maintenance and replacement . Horizon360 Connect smart equipment remote software provides app-based connection to the machine for real-time equipment data , battery charge status and location information . The 52-inch Electric Series 4 side-discharge cutting deck is fabricated and welded from high-strength steel to deliver Exmark ’ s signature cut quality . High-torque deck motors feature 9-inch-diameter cast-aluminum spindle housings with blade retainers for maximum durability .
FERRIS 300S
The Ferris 300S is taking the four-point suspension that made Ferris a favorite among lawn contractors and making it available in an entry-level zero-turn mower . It offers coil-over shocks suspension , available on the rear for the 42-inch-deck option and stepping up to four-point suspension in the 48- and 52-inch-deck options . This patented suspension system eases the impact of uneven terrain on the operator , making it possible for them to mow longer and feel better . The newest addition to the Ferris line-up features a fully fabricated steel mower deck . The durable mower deck combines with a pivoting front axle , and ball bearings in the castor spindle to ensure durability and a quality cut for years to come . The Ferris 300S is powered by a Briggs & Stratton PXi OHV V-twin engine .
FX LUMINAIRE MY DESIGN
My Design is an easy-to-use free tool from FX Luminaire . It simplifies the design process by combining the power of My List with real images of your project site . The simple controls available in Night Mode let you illustrate the nighttime lighting experience , including the direction and intensity of each fixture . Simply take pictures of the location and import them into the tool . Then drag and drop lighting products over each image and area of the property . Once complete , you ’ ll have two key takeaways to help close the sale : a stunning proposal and a complete and accurate product list . You can also export a high-quality PDF of your design for your clients and send the product list to your local distributor for faster ordering .
GRASSHOPPER SO26
With the Grasshopper SO26 stand-on mower , operators of all sizes will appreciate the adjustable command center tower , which provides 4.5 ” of range and easy accessibility to switches , levers and controls . The extra-wide , extra-thick pad provides all-day comfort . The EZ Deck Lift Lever allows for effortless cutting height adjustment , and the T-Drive transmission and engine are mounted on the deck , ensuring no damage to drive belts or engine components when raising or lowering the deck . The anti-slip operator platform ’ s shock-absorbent coil-spring suspension makes users feel like they are floating on air . The SO26 has
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