Toro Broadens Turf Renovation Product Line
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (February 28, 2011) -Toro today announced it will begin to distribute aerators, seeders and dethatchers through a private label agreement with Lawn Solutions Commercial Products, Inc. Toro's exclusively designed turf renovation products for the landscaping and rental markets will be distributed through Toro's compact utility equipment distribution channel in the United States and international markets.
“In recent years, Toro has made a concentrated effort to grow its product offering for the professional landscape contractor and equipment rental industry,” said Rick Rodier, general manager of Toro's Sitework Systems Business. “In addition to developing industry first products like the Dingo compact utility loader, TRX walk-behind trencher and STX stump grinder, we have also expanded through the acquisition of USPraxis and its line of tree care equipment. The private label agreement with Lawn Solutions is one more step in our efforts to enhance our relationship with our customers.”
Lawn Solutions focuses on developing new and innovative products to the professional turf industry. Its line of aerators, seeders and dethatchers continue to set high performance expectations among professional contractors. “We think our customers will be impressed with the performance of new Toro turf renovation products,” said Rodier. “These products will also be backed with the same level of service before and after the sale that our customers expect from Toro.”
To learn more about the new Toro turf renovation products, visit your local Toro dealer; contact Toro at 1-800-Dig-Toro (1-800-344-8676); send an e-mail to dingo@toro.com; or visit www.toro.com/compact.
About The Toro Company
The Toro Company (NYSE: TTC) is a leading worldwide provider of turf and landscape maintenance equipment, and precision irrigation systems. With sales of nearly $1.7 billion in fiscal 2010, Toro's global presence extends to more than 80 countries through its reputation of world-class service, innovation and turf expertise. Since 1914, the company has built a tradition of excellence around a number of strong brands to help customers care for golf courses, sports fields, public green spaces, commercial and residential properties, and agricultural fields. More information is available at www.toro.com.
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