Altoz manufacturers of high-performance commercial zero-turn (ZTR) mowers, announced today a partnership with Sheffield Financial (Sheffield), a division of Branch Banking & Trust (BBT NYSE), to provide specialized financing programs for commercial operations. To kick off the new program, Altoz and Sheffield are offering a special promotional program for commercial cutters that features No Interest until June 1, 2015 and No Payments until July 1, 2015. Thereafter, interest is only 1.99% for 48 months.

Curtis Industries cab system for Massey Ferguson GC1700 Series sub-compact tractors. Frame, doors and roof are constructed of commercial grade, powder-coated steel and features tilt out windshield and dual sliding glass windows for superior ventilation. Cab mounts on existing factory OPS (Operator Protection System). Total-seal doors are pin-hinged for easy removal. For tractors equipped for backhoe operation, the rear panel removes quickly and pop-up roof is supported with gas shocks. Also available with vinyl doors that feature a welded structural-steel frame, full perimeter weather stripping and clear vinyl rear panel. www.curtiscab.com

Ag and commercial landscaper markets drive new product developments for Kubota.

Briggs & Stratton Commercial Power announced a new line of Vanguard 810cc engines at GIE+EXPO in Louisville for commercial zero-turn mowers that is specifically tailored to thrive in the extreme conditions landscape contractors face every day

Kubota Tractor Corporation expands its turf care offerings with the new Z700-Series, available at dealerships nationwide this winter. The new series includes three models: the Z723, Z724 and the Z725, available with a rugged six-inch deep commercial deck in three popular cutting widths - 48-inch, 54-inch and 60-inch. Engineered to deliver top quality results day in and day out, Kubota's Z700-Series is specifically designed for turf care professionals looking for a high- quality, dependable mower at a competitive price point. Kubota will introduce this mower with an attractive $7,799 starting promotional price.

Kohler Engines is proud to introduce its Confidant engine series. This new vertical-shaft, V-twin engine line was carefully designed to meet the unique needs of both commercial equipment users and property owners who are seeking equipment designed to deliver top-caliber performance and durability. KOHLER Confidant engines encompass four models ranging from 19 to 25 hp. Both recoil and electric start options are available, so the engines can be easily customized by OEMs for a variety of applications, including wide-area walk-behind and stand-on mowers, ZTRs, and high-end garden tractors

CORE Outdoor Power, the sole manufacturer of GasLess outdoor power equipment for commercial users and the discerning homeowner, announced today plans to expand its line to include new, higher performance equipment called CORE Elite. Being debuted for the first time at this year’s GIE+Expo, prototypes of CORE's most powerful line yet will be on display and ready for testing at both its indoor and outdoor booth.

Paula Wilson, the new chair of the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), outlines her priorities for growing the propane industry in this exclusive interview with Rural Lifestyle Dealer. She says that partnering with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) on new applications tops PERC's priorities, along with increasing education and marketing efforts to landscape professionals and lifting the current federal restriction on PERC's consumer marketing.