TRENDS been busy in this area for a while , taking down diseased ash trees throughout the city , among other tree work .
Smaller is a big part of the reason Kioti saw the need for its new vehicles . These machines are becoming more popular , said Justin Moe , around the world . “ Tighter infrastructure in Europe and Asia means construction crews and landscapers need smaller equipment . That is increasingly true here now as well .” Plus , smaller businesses welcome the better price point of these vehicles . “ They don ’ t need a full-size dozer or big loader ,” said Moe . This compact equipment , whether for construction or landscaping or a mix , is helping fuel urban and suburban growth .
The machines themselves can go only so far . “ Attachments are key ,” said Deere ’ s Emily Pagura . “ Buckets and forks are commoditized , but attachments like mulching heads and rotary cutters , we can meet a wide variety of needs with attachments . It ’ s about more versatility .”
“ The biggest trend I ’ ve seen is that customers are looking for machines that provide flexibility ,” said Lee Smith , Bobcat ’ s director of products , ground maintenance . “ They may have purchased an MT with a bucket to move dirt . Many other attach-
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Loaders of all sizes become increasingly important business tools with the right attachments .
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