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HOT News 30 April 2015 Landscape and Irrigation www.landscapeirrigation.com Product round-uP Hedge Trimmers Echo hc-2420 and hc-3020 Echo's new HC-2420 and HC-3020 hedge trimmers boast 21.2-cc, professional-grade, 2-stroke engines for powerful performance; heavy-duty gear cases for maximum cutting durability; commercial-duty air filtration systems to provide longer engine life; vibration reduction systems to provide operator comfort; and i-30 technology to reduce starting effort by 30 percent. Both feature a five-position rotating rear handle, allowing for a variety of cutting positions. The HC-2420 (24-inch blade) and HC-3020 (30-inch blade) both have Echo- exclusive, double-sided, double-reciprocating RazorEdge blades for long-lasting sharpness and enhanced cutting performance. Both the HC-2420 and HC-3020 will be available in late spring 2015. Efco dS 2400 h New for 2015, the efco DS 2400 H professional shaft trimmer is designed to meet the needs of discerning users who have to work on hedges, plants and bushes of above-average height. It boasts a 1.2-hp./21.7-cc engine that is designed for high output, easy maintenance and low fuel consumption. The DS 2400 H features a cutting system that has 12 adjustable positions from 0 to 180 degrees. The machine's overall length is 71 inches, and its weight is just 15 pounds. Plus, the DS 2400 H is backed by a 5-year consumer/2-year commercial warranty. huSqvarna 536Lihd60X For homeowners and commercial users seeking more environmentally friendly outdoor power equipment, Husqvarna is adding to its line of battery-operated products. Each new product is equipped with a high-capacity Li-Ion 36-volt battery, which offers the performance of a gasoline-powered engine with a cleaner and quieter experience, and features SavE mode technology, which can be activated with the push of a button to lower output performance and increase battery life in less demanding situ- ations (e.g. light grass trimming or small branch cutting). Delivering 100 minutes of runtime, the 536LiHD60X hedge trimmer (pictured) features a pivoting rear handle to make it easier to cut the sides and tops of tall or low hedges; a professional-grade, laser-cut, 60-cm blade; and minimal noise and vibration levels in comparison to gas-powered products. LittLE WondEr hEdgE trimmErS Little Wonder offers electric- and gas-powered commercial hedge trimmers. The electric hedge trimmers run smooth for quiet operation, yet these lightweight, heavy-duty trimmers pack the power to easily cut stubborn growth from shrubs and hedges up to a 1/2-inch thick. The electric hedge trimmers feature dual-reciprocating, high- carbon steel blades that glide back and forth for flawless, fatigue-free trimming even at speeds of up to 2,700 cuts per minute. Since 1955, Little Wonder gas hedge trimmers have stood the test of time and daily use of rental custom- ers and professional landscapers worldwide. The high-carbon steel blades maintain a sharp cutting edge even after heavy-duty use. Dual- reciprocating blades are engineered to glide smooth for flawless, vibration-free trimming and excellent cutting performance in any direction. Shock mounts in the handle assembly enhance user comfort. A power-packed, commercial- grade, 21.2-cc engine with electronic ignition and a primer bulb carburetor ensures quick starts, and the transmission features hardened- steel gears to produce higher torque than competitive models. maruyama hEdgE trimmErS Ideal for sculpting, sheering or reaching high branches, Maruyama hedge trimmers are engi- neered to balance power, durability and comfort under heavy daily use. Every Maruyama hedge trimmer features induction-hardened, chrome- steel blades and dual-reciprocating movement for maximum sheering force. Better yet, every Maruyama hedge trimmer features precision- ground and polished cutting edges for clean cuts and minimum leaf "browning." All Maruyama hedge trimmers use the state-of-the-art CER230 engine, which offers excellent power-to-weight performance, 50-state emissions compliance, and better fuel efficiency than previous- generation engines.