other fuel-saving technologies will help reduce those operating costs. — Chris Hannan, marketing manager
at Toro Productivity is key when it comes
to new equipment designs. Today's landscapers, winter maintenance contractors and lawn maintenance professionals are smart, and they're demanding equipment that can save time and work accurately. Plus, reliability is a more important factor than ever, since breakdowns can be very costly. Basically, it all comes down to making more money — the most productive equipment on the market will help maximize profits, while other products may waste money through inefficiency and maintenance. — James Truan, vice president of sales and marketing for TrynEx International
Equipment-wise, what is trending is simpler, cheaper and
more productive. The feedback we are receiving from our customers is that they want efficient, easy-to-use equipment at a cost-effective price. — Jon Kuyers, global product manager, underground, Vermeer Corporation
We continue to hear companies talk about alternative fuels, but we believe an alternative fuel delivery method (Electronic Fuel Injection - EFI) is a much more reasonable conversation. EFI engines offer at least a 25-percent fuel savings along with being much more environmentally friendly. Remember carbureted engines in cars? Remember smog in the '70s and '80s? What changed? EFI was introduced into car engines, and the improvements in fuel efficiency and emissions were substantial. This same technology is available for mowers today. — Tim Cromley, marketing manager,
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