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| Web URL(s): | http://grounds-mag.com/ar/grounds_maintenance_tiptoeing_turf/
Last checked: 07/2002 |
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| Publication Type:
| Trade |
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| Author(s): | Crosby, Wendelyn |
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| Author Affiliation: | Freelance Writer, Photographer and Graphic Designer |
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| Title: | Tiptoeing on turf: Manufacturers are designing equipment to make a light footprint on turf |
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| Section: | Features
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| Source: | Grounds Maintenance. Vol. 36, No. 4, April 2001, p. 17, 20, 22, 24, 26. |
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| Publishing Information: | Overland Park, KS: Intertec Publishing Corporation |
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| # of Pages: | 5 |
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| Keywords: | TIC Keywords: Product profile; Traffic damage; Equipment; Wear; Comparisons
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| Abstract/Contents: | Profiles the new equipment that is designed to reduce the stress being placed upon turf. Describes "the difference between traditional skid steers and more turf-friendly compact utility loaders." Reports that you will lose some power in exchange for less stress on the ground. Discusses the importance of operator comfort in reducing fatigue and turf damage. Addresses the advantages of tires vs. treads. Summarizes different steering, traction and drive features of turf equipment. Explains the importance of matching the equipment with the task at hand and comments on operator safety and ergonomics. |
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| Language: | English |
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| References: | 0 |
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| Note: | Pictures, color |
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| ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Crosby, W. 2001. Tiptoeing on turf: Manufacturers are designing equipment to make a light footprint on turf. Grounds Maint. 36(4):p. 17, 20, 22, 24, 26. |
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Last checked: 07/2002 |
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MSU catalog number: SB 469 .G7 |
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