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From now until May 15th, 2013, rent a Toro Dingo with us for a day and get an extra day FREE!* This is a chance for you to get your spring projects off and running while saving a little cash…

Time to Replace Worn Out Skid Steer Tires

Take a look at your skid steer tires. How are they looking? Was the winter cruel or kind to them? Your tires are critical to your machine’s output, and if you’re running on bald tires then you’re not running as efficiently as you should be…

Just In: The Toro STX-38 Stump Grinder

We just got a brand new Toro STX-38 stump grinder last week. We first saw this machine at the Rental ARA show in 2012 and couldn’t wait to get one and take a closer look…

Buy One Scag V-Ride Mower and Get Fleet Pricing!

It’s time to gear up for spring and even if you’ve waited this long to buy equipment, don’t stress! For the month of March April, Scag is offering its V-Ride mower at fleet pricing regardless of purchase quantity! That means you can buy ONE stand-on mower and get the same deal as someone buying a whole trailer full of them…

Should I Rent or Should I Buy Equipment?

Lawn & Landscape ran a great, comprehensive article this week that covers the many factors to consider when renting or buying compact construction equipment…

Product Spotlight: Scag V-Ride Stand-on Mower

The odds are pretty good that if you drive around your neighborhood on a summer morning you’ll notice two things – one, landscapers get up REALLY EARLY, and two, there are more stander mowers in the field than ever before.…

On the Job Site: Rubber Tracks vs. Wheels

Total Landscape Care ran a great article last Friday comparing the benefits of rubber track loaders verses traditional wheeled skid steer loaders…

Tech Tip: Keep Water Out of Your Fuel System

Two weeks ago we ran an article about proper fuel storage over the winter. That got one of our service managers thinking about condensation issues with machines that get stored over the winter.…

New Holland Expands Finance Offer on Attachments

Last week, we announced New Holland’s latest offer: no payments, no interest for 90 days on attachments. Well, we should have waited since they just announced another offer that allows customers to get up to 120 days without payments or interest!…

Rent It: Kubota RTV1100 with Snow Blade

It almost feels strange writing about snow equipment this winter. We’ve been watching the forecast as closely as anyone because we know that snow pays the bills this time of year! Some of our customers are looking more and more towards rental as less and less snow falls. We get it – it makes sense to rent something when you need it, then return it when you don’t!…

Just In: Kobelco SK260 Excavator

The Kobelco SK260 excavator is our newest addition to the fleet and we like what we’ve seen so far…

Tech Tips: Go Easy on your Engine this Winter

Engines run like we do, which means they don’t like the cold very much. If you’re starting any engine in the winter months make sure you keep the throttle very low or even at an idle…

Ask the Experts: Answers to Your Questions Straight from our Shop

We’re excited to announce the launch of our “Ask the Experts” feature on our website. It’s been on the site just a few short weeks and we’re already getting some great questions.…

Toro Extends Finance Special AGAIN!

They’ve done it again! Toro is trying their hardest to prove that you can’t have too much of a good thing. This time they’ve extended their great finance offer until April 30th, 2013. If you purchase before then, well-qualified contractors* can get NO payments and NO interest until June 2013 followed by 0% for 48 months!…

Increase Productivity with Wolf Wings from Snow Wolf

Snow Wolf has called their snow blades “the most adaptable plows on the planet”. That sounds nice, but what exactly does that mean, and does it translate to a better, more productive snow plow? To answer those questions, look no further than their Wolf Wings…

Used Equipment Spotlight: 2011 Kubota KX121-3S Mini-Excavator

Check out the latest used equipment spotlight, a 2011 Kubota KX121-3S mini-excavator:…

Just In: New Holland E55Bx Compact Excavator

We just got in a brand new E55Bx mini-excavator, New Holland’s latest compact excavator to hit the market. It’s got a better lifting capacity, a longer swing radius and gives a better operator experience than most mini-excavators in the field…

Tech Tips: The Case AGAINST Cleaning Air Filters

Cleaning your own air filters can be a savvy way to save money while extending the life of the filter. The problem is, most common cleaning practices can cause damage to the filter seals, end caps, and the filter media itself…

Custom Cabinets for your Utility Vehicle (VIDEO)

We’re always looking for ways to customize equipment so it fits a customer’s need. We want you to feel like your machine is perfectly tailored to your application, whether that means additional hydraulic power or a 4WD option…

Used Equipment Spotlight: 2005 New Holland LS185.B Skid Steer (VIDEO)

The Used Equipment Spotlight is a recurring segment where we highlight featured items from our used inventory…

Used Equipment Spotlight: 2008 Kubota RTV900 Utility Vehicle (VIDEO)

The Used Equipment Spotlight is a recurring segment where we highlight featured items from our used inventory…

Tech Tips: Biodiesel and Your Fuel System

If you’re getting your fuel from the gas station around the corner you’re getting a mixture that can be up to 20% biodiesel.…

Tech Tips: Grease Your Mounting Plate

If you’re getting your fuel from the gas station around the corner you’re getting a mixture that can be up to 20% biodiesel…

Used Equipment Spotlight: 2006 CAT 246B Track Loader (VIDEO)

The Used Equipment Spotlight is a recurring segment where we highlight featured items from our used inventory…

Know Your Dingo: The Backhoe Attachment

A lot of people can’t picture a backhoe attachment fitting on a Dingo. That’s why we made a great video that showcases how maneuverable, how productive and how compact this attachment is. It’s a great machine that packs a surprising punch…

Bring Your Machine in for Service and Get 25% OFF a Replacement Rental

How many machines do you have out in the field that you KNOW need maintenance?…

Tech Tips: Avoid Cavitation with Coolant Conditioner

Don’t worry, you’re not the only one – there are lots of machinery owners out there who don’t know that their engine might be at risk of cavitation.…

Used Equipment Special: 2007 New Holland W170B Wheel Loader (VIDEO)

Check out the latest used equipment spotlight, a 2007 New Holland W170B wheel loader…

Skip the Rust this Winter with FLUID FILM (VIDEO)

Salt is tough on your machine. If you’ve ever spent a winter plowing snow you know what we’re talking about. Wear and tear happens, but if you’re tired of your machine coming back rusty and corroded, there’s something you can do about it. It’s called Fluid Film, and you can get it at Martin Implement…

A How-To for Storing Outdoor Power Equipment During Winter

As the seasons change so do your equipment needs, and as the temperature drops it seems like the space in your garage does too!…

Used Equipment Spotlight: Kubota KX121-3S Mini-Excavator (VIDEO)

Check out the latest used equipment spotlight, a 2008 Kubota KX121-3S mini-excavator…

Just In: 96 inch Snow Buckets

What’s your favorite way to move snow? Are you a fan of blades? Pushers? Just a plain old loader bucket?…

Know your Dingo: The 30 Inch Auger (VIDEO)

Today let’s look at the auger power head. In this video we’ve attached the 30 inch auger bit, which is the largest available for the Dingo. Some folks are surprised to hear the Dingo can turn such a large auger, but as you’ll see in the video it has no trouble at all, even in tough conditions…

Erosion Control Breakdown: Hydroseeding vs. Straw Blankets

When you’re seeding on a slope it takes skill and knowledge to make sure you’re getting the best coverage possible. If you’ve done it before, you know you’ve got options when it comes to seed type and application method…

Used Equipment Spotlight: 2000 Cat 953C Crawler Loader

Check out the latest used equipment spotlight, a 2000 Cat 953C Crawler Loader…

Used Equipment Spotlight: 2008 Toro TRX-19 Trencher (VIDEO)

Check out the latest used equipment spotlight, a 2008 Toro TRX-19 Trencher…

Filtration Socks vs. Silt Fencing

Job site erosion control is an important aspect of construction projects that some contractors don’t give a second thought to. For many, the way it’s always been done is the way they’ll always do it. That way of thinking can cost you in the long run if you’re not careful…

Filling a Filtration Sock with a FINN Bark Blower (VIDEO)

Here’s footage from a recent FINN training session. A few of our sales reps were on site for the demo and they were impressed by how fast and easy it is to fill a large filtration sock with a bark blower! Watch for yourself…

Brake Time: Tips for Testing Your Electric Trailer Brakes

How often do you test your trailer brakes? Have you tested the break away system? How exactly do you test the break away system, anyways? These are crucial questions when you consider what can go wrong towing heavy equipment behind your pick-up truck…

Snow Wolf Ultra-Series Snow Blades

Snow Wolf makes some of the toughest and most innovative snow equipment on the roads today. They’ve launched new product after new product that our customers just can’t get enough of. We’ve worked with Snow Wolf for many years now and we really feel there’s nothing better out there in the snow market…

Get a Grip: Wolf Paw snow tires from Snow Wolf

It’s hard to imagine snow on the ground during these hot summer months, but like it or not, it’s time to start planning your snow strategy…