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PRODUCT ROUNDUP.


A sampler of the wide array of products for the park and recreation field. See the latest technology applied in unique and innovative ways -- all of which help make your department agency run more effectively.

UTILITY VEHICLE

John Deere's Electric Gator[R], a clean, quiet option for parks, college campuses, and resorts, is designed for customers who are concerned with operational sound levels and exhaust emissions. The electric model offers the same advantages as the gas and diesel models -- low ground pressure, smooth operation, safety, durability, and easy maintenance. Designed for quick acceleration and steady performance between chargings, the Electric Gator features overspeed and roll-away control. Dynamic braking Dynamic braking

A technique for braking in which mechanical energy is converted to heat or electrical energy in order to slow or stop motion. An all-mechanical dynamic brake consists of rotating vanes that circulate a viscous fluid in a manner that generates
 and speed control make the vehicle easy to operate.

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TRASH RECEPTACLE

Wausau Tile's Landmark Series features a metal top -- which is coated to prevent fading, chipping, peeling, and cracking -- and body with an optional concrete base. Modern and durable, the ash urn and waste container A waste container (known more commonly in British English as a dustbin, rubbish-bin, ashcan or simply bin and American English as a trash can) is a container, which is usually made out of metal or plastic.[1].  are perfect for parks and schools. The receptacles are available in a variety of vivid colors "Vivid Colors" is the second single of Japanese band L'Arc-en-Ciel. Track listing
  1. "Vivid Colors" (Ken)
  2. "Brilliant Years" (Hyde)
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PICNIC BACKPACK

Improvements introduces the Insulated Picnic Backpack to its line of outdoor recreation products. Perfect for carrying lunch on summer hikes, the pack features an insulated food-storage compartment and a detachable insulated bottle bag on the side. Neatly organized inside are two break-resistant 9-inch dinner plates, two wine glasses, two stainless steel stainless steel: see steel.
stainless steel

Any of a family of alloy steels usually containing 10–30% chromium. The presence of chromium, together with low carbon content, gives remarkable resistance to corrosion and heat.
 flatware settings (fork, spoon, knife), corkscrew/bottle opener, wood cutting board, cheese knife, salt/pepper shaker, and 52"x72" vinyl washable tablecloth.

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GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

The Bachtold 800 commercial mower mower, farm machine used for cutting grasses and other hay crops. Mowers, drawn by or attached to tractors, or self-propelled, have superseded scythes. The mower is essentially an adaptation of the much earlier reaper. The first commercial mower was patented in 1847.  is designed to roll over rough, grassy areas with ease. The unit's high center of gravity and evenly distributed weight make it simple to maneuver, even in tight areas. And the semi-pneumatic tires will never go flat. Especially effective on rough, uneven terrain, the heavy-duty cutting deck mows within a half-inch of trees, flowerbeds, and shrubs.

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SWIMPANTS

Water Safety International's disposable swimpants don't swell up when introduced to water, are comfortable, and will help you keep your pool clean. The unisex design accomodates children 26 pounds and over.

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PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT

The recently introduced Tree Climber Link by GameTime brings an organic design element into the play environment. Available in 21 powdercoated colors, this link can be used on both PowerScape and PrimeTime play systems.

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STARTING PLATFORM

Del-Aqua Pool Supply Inc. offers a wide selection of starting platforms to meet the needs of any commercial pool. Endorsed by coaches and competitive swimmers, Bel-Aqua's starting platforms come in a variety of models.

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PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT

Playworld Systems[R] new Playmakers Playmakers is a TV series on ESPN that depicted the lives of the players on a fictional professional football team. The show starred Omar Gooding, Marcello Thedford, Christopher Wiehl, Jason Matthew Smith, Russell Hornsby and Tony Denison. [R] Castle is a complete play system featuring dungeon Dungeon - Zork  panels, a drawbridge drawbridge: see bridge. , climbers, slides, and more. Panels are constructed of vandal-resistant, perforated steel with an all-weather PVC PVC: see polyvinyl chloride.
PVC
 in full polyvinyl chloride

Synthetic resin, an organic polymer made by treating vinyl chloride monomers with a peroxide.
 coating.

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LANDSCAPE LIGHTING

Ruud Lighting's new Luma The black/gray/white information in a video signal, represented as the letter "Y." Color information is transmitted as luma (brightness) and chroma (color). The luma is a weighted sum of the RGB colors. See luminance, YUV and YUV/RGB conversion formulas.  After-Sunset line features energy efficiency and safety. This stylish series offers many possibilities for dramatic and durable landscape lighting projects. Available finishes include black, white, or verde, and the DeltaGuard[R] finish warranty protects against excessive fading, peeling, or corroding cor·rode  
v. cor·rod·ed, cor·rod·ing, cor·rodes

v.tr.
1. To destroy a metal or alloy gradually, especially by oxidation or chemical action: acid corroding metal.
. Luma products offer a choice of path, area, or directional fixture heads.

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PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT

GameTime is pleased to introduce its traditionally styled Peaked and Gable Roofs. Available for both PowerScape and PrimeTime play systems, these new roofs are architecturally inspired to create a classic skyline on any playground. Choose from recycled plastic slats, powder-coated, perforated galvaneal steel, or sculptured, high-density polyethylene high-density polyethylene
n. Abbr. HDPE
A strong, relatively opaque form of polyethylene having a dense structure with few side branches off the main carbon backbone.
 roofing.

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