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24 DECEMBER 2014 OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT www.outdoorpowerequipment.com Show RecaP and Propane Autogas Calculator, which are conveniently available in multiple different platforms. The Web tools can be operated with Internet access online at propanecostcalculator.com. The calculators can be downloaded as a desktop tool for users to complete without any Internet or mobile access. Downloadable worksheets can be printed and filled in by hand for users without computer access. Mobile applications are available for phones and tablets in app stores for Apple and Android devices. Results from the applications can also easily be shared by e-mail. To learn more about propane and propane-powered technologies, or to access PERC's cost calculators, visit propanecostcalculator.com. Stens kicks off 45th anniversary with declaration and dedication In honor of the customers who have contributed to its success over the past 45 years, Stens announced that 2015 will not only be the Stens "Year of the Customer," but it also dedicated its 2015 catalog to its customers. The Stens 2015 catalog features many pictures, comments and testimonials from the company's customers, as well as pictures of Stens employees — all of whom have helped Stens reach this milestone. The catalog also contains several additions to Stens product lineup, including expanded offerings of cylinders and spindles, new True Blue fuel line, new maintenance kits, expanded industrial/rental parts, additional mower blades, new belts for unique and hard-to-find sizes, new Stens Cart & Course-branded golf cart accessories, and much more. For more information or to request a catalog, call the Stens customer service team at (800) 457-7444 or visit www.stens.com. Stihl celebrates 40th anniversary with eye toward the future In early October, Stihl Inc. celebrated its 40th anniversary of manufacturing in the United States with an Oktoberfest event held in conjunction with its national sales meeting at its headquarters in Virginia Beach, Va. The company continued that cele- bration with its dealers on Dealer Day at GIE+EXPO with an Oktoberfest-themed booth featuring a German band, plenty of beer and brats, and a $5,000 giveaway, while announcing that it was looking at another record year in 2014 and unveiling several new products and technology for 2015. "Any celebration of Stihl's success is a celebration of the servicing dealer," said Nick Jiannas, vice president of sales and marketing for Stihl Inc. "On behalf of all Stihl employees around the world, I want to thank you, Stihl servicing dealers, for your continued support of Stihl products and programs and for helping us become (the) number one (selling brand of gasoline-powered handheld outdoor power equipment) in America." Tanya Kistner, owner of Eau Claire Lawn Equipment, Eau Claire, Wis., was the lucky winner of the $5,000 giveaway. The new product and technology introductions included the following: Stihl TSA 230 Cutquik: Stihl introduced the world's first lithium-ion powered cut-off machine, the TSA 230 Cutquik. The new battery-powered TSA 230 Stihl Cutquik cut-off machine starts with ease and changes the game for the jobsite, delivering maneuverability and solid cutting performance in a lightweight, compact package. With zero exhaust emissions, the TSA 230 enables indoor cutting in enclosed spaces and other jobsites where users are not permitted to use traditional gasoline-powered cut-off machines. Wet cutting is made easier with onboard water connection and control which suppresses dust. Dry cutting in dust- sensitive areas is aided by an available depth guide with vacuum adapter. Stihl HTA 85 lithium-ion pole pruner: Stihl also introduced its first lithium-ion powered pole pruner, the HTA 85. Telescoping to 12 feet to make easy work of tree-trimming tasks, the HTA 85 runs on the same advanced interchangeable 36-volt rechargeable battery system as other Stihl lithium-ion tools. With no engine or filter to maintain and no fuel or engine oil needed, this pole pruner helps save time and money. At only 10 pounds, 8 ounces (without battery), the HTA 85 pole pruner offers lightweight, balanced cutting, thanks to its low-maintenance, brushless, commercial- grade, high-torque electric motor, and this extended-reach tool's low vibration makes operation more comfortable than gasoline-powered units. The automatic chain-oiling feature lubricates the guide bar and saw chain. The HTA 85 starts with the engagement of a trigger and the variable- speed trigger switch allows for precise cutting by controlling the chain speed. Stihl HLA 85 lithium-ion hedge trimmer: Stihl unveiled its first lithium- ion powered adjustable telescopic hedge trimmer, the HLA 85. This extended- reach hedge trimmer — equipped with an adjustable telescopic shaft (up to 10.5 feet) — makes easy work of cutting high bushes and hard-to-reach places near the ground. A durable 20-inch Stihl blade, ground on both sides, gives professional performance and the ability to cut precisely. The battery-powered trimmer produces low noise and low vibrations, making for a quieter work environment and offering comfortable operation. The brushless, commercial-grade, high-torque electric Continued on page 34