Jerry Johnson, President of Blount International’s Farm, Ranch, and Agriculture Division and Woods Equipment, has announced his retirement, effective December 31, 2020. Johnson will be succeeded by Todd H. Hall, who most recently has served as President of Blount’s Concrete Cutting & Finishing Division.
Steve Andrews assumed the position of Briggs & Stratton's President and CEO just over a month ago after most recently serving as CEO of International Equipment Solutions LLC. While still new to the role, he reflects on early observations and reinforces a strong, promising future for Briggs & Stratton.
Vanguard announced it will be the exclusive power provider of the new Wright ZXT zero-turn mower with the new Vanguard BIG BLOCK 40.0 Gross HP EFI ETC engine, featuring Vanguard’s all-new electronic throttle control (ETC) technology.
The all new models features an ergonomic operator station, with standard features including a tilt wheel with power steering, a joystick valve with quick attach and detach loaders, and a precision built Kioti diesel engine.
Alamo Group, manufacturer of equipment for agriculture and infrastructure maintenance, reported consolidated net sales in the third quarter 2020 were up 7.3% to $291.8 million.
ASV added Construction Machinery Industrial with four locations in Alaska, as well as Robinson, Texas-based Construction Edge Equipment. Existing dealers added new locations, including Carolina Construction Equipment with two in South Carolina and Briggs Equipment with one in Tampa, Fla.
Grasshopper was the only Kansas company to receive The President's "E" Award, the highest
recognition a U.S. entity can receive for making a significant contribution to the expansion of
U.S. Exports.
McGrath will manage the sales, distribution and service of all products, parts and accessories at the company-owned branch. He will also direct the development of marketing and advertising plans for the Visalia, Calif.-based territory, encompassing California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii and Guam.
Polaris Inc. released third quarter 2020 results with reported sales of $1,955 million, up 10% from reported sales of $1,772 million for the third quarter of 2019.
Yanmar America is the North American headquarters of Yanmar Holdings. Ranked #1 in Product
Quality for five years in a row by the Equipment Dealers Association, Yanmar provides innovative
solutions for Rural Lifestyle and Industrial Equipment customers.
Yanmar was the world’s first manufacturer to develop a practical small diesel engine in 1933 and
has continued to push the boundaries of innovation and technology ever since. As a manufacturer of
diesel engines, compact tractors and utility task vehicles, construction machinery, and industrial
equipment, Yanmar's products are sold in over 130 countries.
At Yanmar America, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products
and services, backed by a strong team of professionals who share our dedication to excellence. We
look forward to the opportunity to work with you in achieving your goals.
Virginia Beach-based STIHL Inc., produces a full line of high-quality, handheld outdoor power equipment including blowers, trimmers, brushcutters, and multi-task tools, as well as the number one selling brand of chainsaws worldwide. STIHL Inc. manufactures over 260 model variations of handheld outdoor power equipment for sale in the U.S. and around the world.