Landscape Management, February 2011
LMREPORTS LANDSCAPEMANAGEMENT NET FEBRUARY 2011 46 continued on page 48 continued from page 44 LAWN CARE INSECT CONTROL Echo Inc The new PB 770 backpack blower delivers an average air volume of 765 cfm at the pipe and 204 mph maximum air speed Its equipped with a 633cc Power Boost Tornado engine with Pro Fire ignition for quick and easy starts Available in both hip and tube mounted throttle versions with cruise control the unit features dual stage side mounted heavy duty air filtration and the Posi Loc pipe system for a secure connection The padded backrest features a special lightweight straight back L frame with dual adjusting shoulder straps to accommodate longer usage needs In addition it features an exclusive vented back pad that allows air to circulate around the user A vent cover is included to block this function during cold weather use Echo USA com Husqvarna The 327LS trimmers ergonomic features such as LowVib and an adjustable handle keeps the operator comfortable for hours of extended use Featuring a steel drive shaft the trimmers E Tech II engine provides higher torque lower noise pressure and lower emissions reduced to levels below existing and future EPA requirements without compromising power Additional features include snap lock air filter cover and pleated paper filter with rubber seal standalone starter for faster and easier maintenance dual starter pawls and large diameter starter rope for increased durability fuel tank protection plate for safe transport and large diameter bevel gear for longer life and reduced grass winding Husqvarna com FMC Talstar EZ Granular insecticide featuring Verge granule technology is now available The clay based granule breaks down quickly to release the active ingredient and disappear into the landscape providing long lasting control of surface feeding pests such as ants billbugs chinch bugs fleas and ticks Virtually dust and odorfree the new formulation reduces applicator exposure while providing improved ballistics for a more uniform distribution of product It is labeled for broadcast and perimeter pest control around residential and commercial buildings and on lawns and athletic fields FMCprosolutions com Gowan Azahar is a broad spectrum botanical insecticide that controls a wide variety of insect pests on ornamentals including whiteflies fungus gnats cutworm loopers mealybugs scale and thrips Registered for use in organic production Azahar can replace or enhance traditional chemical treatments GowanCo com LebanonTurf ProScape with Merit is a costeffective combination product that protects against grubs and a wide variety of other harmful insects Fortified with MESA slow release nitrogen for extended feeding ProScape with Merit provides brilliant color and quick response Late spring or early summer applications produce season long results LebanonTurf com
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