Snaps from SIMA 2024

Check out what the SnowPRO team encountered on the trade show floor at SIMA 2024.

July 5, 2024

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Vendors prepared ahead of the trade show to welcome snow professionals to their booths.

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SnowPRO Editor Sarah Webb and Account Executive James Protopapa arrived prepared to take the 27th annual Snow & Ice Symposium trade show by storm.

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Protopapa was all smiles at the Buyers Products booth, which, in line with its SnowDogg and SaltDogg prouducts, brought in puppies to its booth.

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Western's Pile Driver Push Plow with TRACE edge technology comes in 8-foot to 16-foot widths, for skid-steers, wheel loaders and tractors.

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Boss Snowplow showed off its line of VBX spreaders to attendees of the 27 annual Snow & Ice Symposium.

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2023 State of the Snow Industry: Snow On

Snow professionals offer their take on the snow industry’s challenges, trends and future expectations.

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Prepping your machines properly for winter season storage will save you some downtime come spring.

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5 Tips to Effectively Run a Snow Thrower

Snow throwers, although extremely helpful during the winter months, require safety precautions. This Snow Thrower Safety Guide outlines the important safety factors that must be taken into account when operating this type of machinery.

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TrucBrush Unveils TrucBrush SD-19 for Lowboy and Flatbed Clearing

TrucBrush released its TrucBrush SD-19 for lowboy and flatbed clearing of accumulated snow, which improves safety by eliminating the need for employees to manually clear snow from the top of a truck or trailer.

Keynote speaker Don Yaeger kicks off the 27th annual Snow & Ice Symposium.

Snippets from SIMA 2024

Get the scoop on the 27th annual Snow and Ice Symposium, held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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John Deere Expands Western Snowplow Agreement for Compact Tractors and Construction Equipment

John Deere extended its allied distribution agreement with Douglas Dynamics, parent company of Western Products, to sell and support Western snow and ice removal products for its compact utility tractor and construction equipment lineups.

Snow professionals need to understand what type of equipment they'll be using with the plow they intend to purchase.

Snow Equipment Purchasing Tips

Snow equipment manufacturers provide purchasing tips to help snow pros make the best decisions when buying equipment.

Women In The Green Industry Award 2024 Resized

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The Future of Electric Plowing

The inside scoop on what thermal management systems mean for the future of electric snow plowing.

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New Holland Construction Rolls Out 2 Telescopic Loaders

New Holland Constructed added to its SAL lineup with new telescopic reach models: the ML35T and ML50T, designed to give operators reach and hinge pin height when loading or moving materials is required.

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This Old House Host Talks About Upcoming Equip Appearance

Kevin O'Connor, host of This Old House, suggests lawn and landscaping contractors discuss material pricing changes with customers, ahead of his keynote appearance at Equip Expo.

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Hilltip Unveils IceStriker 8000 CM Combi Spreader

Hilltip released the IceStriker 8000 CM Combi Spreader that features a capacity of 8.0 cubic feet.

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Monthly Musings: What's Your Top Purchasing Advice?

For its next Monthly Musings, Green Industry Pros wants to know whether you've purchased any equipment within the last year, and if so, what's your top advice for other landscape pros and snow pros looking to do the same?

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Picking the Best Snow Plow For Your Operation

A look at the different types of snow plows and how snow professionals can choose the best one for their needs.

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Equip Expo 2024 Names Keynote Speaker

Kevin O'Connor, This Old House host and home improvement expert, is set to give the keynote address at Equip Exposition this fall, focusing on energizing the landscapers, contractors, dealers and manufacturers who attend the trade show.

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Western Products Rolls Out Pile Drive XL Pusher Plow

Western Products released the Pile Drive XL Pusher Plow with TRACE Edge Technology.

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Hilltip Adds StrikeSmart Plus Controller to HTrack System

Hilltip revamped its HTrack System with the StrikeSmart Plus Controller, available for the company’s line of winter maintenance spreaders and sprayers.

As you shift from snow clearing to mowing and mulching tasks, ensuring your equipment is in top shape is essential.

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To avoid disruptions and delays, it’s essential to maintain and stock up on those parts that take the greatest abuse to minimize downtime and avoid operational interruptions.

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Green Industry Pros Opens Nominations for 2024 Editor's Choice Award

Don't forget to nominate your product for Green Industry Pros' 2024 Editor's Choice Award.

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Equip Expo to Add Items to West Wing for 2024 Show

Equip Exposition organizers are taking steps to make the West Wing more comfortable and offer new experiences for attendees in 2024.

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Teleo, Storm Equipment Collaborate on Remote-Controlled and Autonomous Snowplow

Teleo, a provider of autonomous technology for heavy construction equipment, and Storm Equipment, a distributor of commercial snowplow equipment, rolled out a remote-operated and autonomous industrial snowplow commercially.

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The TURN: The Current State of the Green Industry

In the latest episode of The TURN, Sarah Webb, editor of Green Industry Pros, and Darren Gruner, founder and CEO of Turf's Up Radio, discuss the current state of the landscape industry, touching on issues such as private equity, top trends and more.

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Equip Expo 2024 Offers Spring Promotion Pricing

Landscapers, dealers and equipment manufacturers can take advantage of a special spring promotional price of $25 to register for Equip Exposition, held Oct. 15-18, 2024, at the Kentucky Exposition Center.

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State of the Green Industry: Advice from the Pros

Landscape professionals from around the country provide their top advice for others in the industry.

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State of the Green Industry: 2024 Trends

According to landscape professionals around the country, here are the industry's top trends.

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State of the Green Industry: What's on the Horizon for 2024

Industry experts lay out what landscape companies can expect within the coming year.

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2024 State of the Industry Q+A: Edward Arens, E&M Outdoor Services

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