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Tools&Equipment Industry's First All-in-One Stand-on Field Marking System FieldLazer line marking equipment featuring Graco's proven airless paint spray technology recognized worldwide by sports turf profession- als for delivering bright lines using less paint. With the addition of the industry first, FieldLazer G400 striper, the FieldLazer product family pro- vides sports turf professionals with a full line of field marking machines to meet virtually every possible application." Graco revolutionized the field marking in- Graco has launched its FieldLazer line, a fam- ily of products that is one of the industry's most complete lines of field marking solutions with walk-behind, ride-on and stand-on equipment systems and accessories. The new patent-pending FieldLazer G400 striper, available April 2012, is the first all-in-one, stand-on self-propelled field marker in the sports turf industry. This durable and versatile stand-up machine features a shock-absorbing platform and Smooth Ride turf-ready tires de- signed to reduce fatigue and smoothly navigate even the roughest terrain. Features include self- centering steering, electronic gun trigger, Auto- Layout System, and automatic dashed line, which are all industry firsts. "The new 2012 Graco FieldLazer line changes the game for the field marking indus- try," said John Klesk, worldwide product market- ing manager, Graco Contractor Equipment Division. "We now offer a complete line-up of dustry when it introduced the first walk-behind, high-pressure, airless field paint sprayer in 2004. Today, there is a Graco FieldLazer machine for most field sizes and applications. STRIDE The Graco FieldLazer S100 and Graco Field- Lazer S200 walk-behind field stripers feature durable, lightweight construction for effortless straight lines over every field condition. These flexible, hard-working machines are full of fea- tures designed for comfort and control. Easy reach handlebar controls allow the user to fine tune the striper without stopping with controls located on the handlebar. The S100 striper fea- tures the exclusive tall front wheel that easily maneuvers over deep ruts and cleat marks. The S200 striper is a versatile striping solution ideal for day-to-day field marking as well as occa- sional parking lot maintenance. RIDE The Graco FieldLazer R300 Complete striper is an all-in-one turf ride-on field marking system Toro Reelmaster 5210 The Toro Reelmaster 5210 features Dual Precision Adjust- ment cutting units to deliver an exceptional quality of cut and aftercut appearance. Powered by a 28-hp, 3-cylinder Kubota diesel engine, this unit offers a nimble and maneuverable design for mowing in a wide range of conditions. The Reel- master 5210 is lightweight and productive with a 100- inch width of cut. It is avail- able in standard 2 wheel drive or add on the CrossTrax all-wheel drive system. The Toro Company Jacobsen's new large area reel mower For large area high-end sports fields that need a cost-effective, productive mower that provides superior qual- ity of cut, nothing compares to the LF550/570 series of large area reel mowers from Jacobsen. Available in 2WD, 4WD and 4WD Turbo, the 100-inch width of cut assures professional quality results in less time. Controls of the unit have been optimized due to the InCommand Control System console. This ergonomically designed LCD screen console system delivers the industry's only passcode-protected, programmable max trans- port and mow speed settings to control cut frequency. The screen's full text settings and diagnostics puts controls within reach and makes it easier to monitor and maintain for the operator. On 4WD models, superior tracking is provided by the factory installed SureTrac 4WD system. This parallel- cross-series system transfers power from a slipping front wheel to the opposite rear wheel providing ultimate trac- tion for hill climbing and side slopes. The exclusive automatic wet parking brakes are maintenance-free and reduce cost of ownership; no linkage, cables pads, or disks to service, maintain or adjust. In addition, routine service items, including spin-on filters, area all easily accessible and under-the-hood. There's no need for a lift, a flip up seat or to gain access under the machine. Jacobsen 42 SportsTurf | March 2012 www.sportsturfonline.com that combines the Graco LineDriver HD driving system, FieldLazer R300 striping machine, and large capacity 15 gallon paint hopper. This sys- tem allows users to quickly stripe a large num- ber of fields with sharp, long and straight lines. Smooth Ride Turf Tires reduce vibration and fa- tigue for a comfortable ride over any terrain. Tight turn radius and fast maneuverability is possible with the Center Line Hitch Pivot fea- ture, which also enables quick detach for trans- port, storage or to Stride using the FieldLazer R300 striper on its own. GLIDE The new Graco FieldLazer G400 striper is the industry's first all-in-one, stand-on, self-pro- pelled field marking machine. Gliding upright enables field marking professionals better visi- bility and reduces fatigue while increasing pro- ductivity. Intuitive controls and a user interface dashboard are easily accessed from the stand- ing position and enable ease of operation. All Graco FieldLazer field marking systems feature proven Graco high-pressure, airless paint spray technology for cost-saving, brighter and longer-lasting lines. Each FieldLazer model is engineered with turf-specific tires that reduce vibration and fatigue while producing long, straight lines over any field terrain. Optional ac- cessories are available to customize each Field- Lazer striper and meet the needs of every field marking professional. Graco, Inc. John Deere hybrid walk greens mower John Deere introduces its new 180 E-Cut hybrid walk greens mower. The 180 E-Cut is a new edition to the John Deere Golf walk greens mower lineup, that is built on the superior ground following system used in the industry leading John Deere 220 E-Cut. The new model takes mowing greens to the next level of contour following. The 180 E-Cut uses the 18-inch QA5 cutting unit that provides a smaller, tighter stripe superior after-cut appearance and will provide superintendents with the best contour following system. Best-in-class contouring makes it ideal for superintendents who need maximum control and lead- ing performance on undulating greens. The mower runs on hybrid technology, which John Deere first introduced to the golf industry in 2005. John Deere