One of the most respected brands in the outdoor power tool sector, STIHL has driven more advanced engine technologies into its product line-up this year and entered two entirely new product groups to make outdoor professionals' tasks easier, quicker and simply more efficient. IOG Saltex visitors will find an extended range of quiet and efficient cordless power tools, a new backpack battery, new advanced chain saws plus more hard-working products for brushcutter users. An entirely new range of floor sweepers has also arrived this year, plus innovative new tools for construction and hard-landscaping, including a world-first two stroke engine with electronic fuel injection that drives its most advanced cut-off saw, plus a new concrete saw to cut deeper with STIHL.
Cordless range keeps growing (and going!)
Joining the range in 2013, and on show at IOG Saltex, STIHL has extended both the scale and endurance of its cordless power tools, adding its first long-reach hedge trimmer plus a second cordless chain saw for extra hard-working use. It has also introduced an extra long-lasting backpack battery to its cordless line up: the new AR 900 is competitively priced and efficient to run; powering each of the hedge trimmers for example, throughout a full working day. That makes STIHL cordless technology a truly practical (and quiet) choice for professionals' use.
More additions from the world's best-selling chain saw brand
STIHL introduced its advanced, self-tuning M-Tronic engine to a selection of tools in 2010, and has now added the technology to more professional chain saws including the popular mid-range MS 261 and more powerful MS 362 which both arrive with the M-Tronic engine in autumn of this year. Further extending the M-Tronic range and arriving this autumn too, the new MS 661 C-M is a heavy-duty chain saw for forestry use, and whilst STIHL is keeping details under wraps, it is known to set another world standard in the 90cc class.
At the other end of the professional scale, and this time for arborists' use, STIHL has added its lightest ever top-handled chain saw to the range this year. Perfect for tree pruning work, the MS 150 TC-E has already been applauded since its introduction this spring with trained arborists appreciating its performance and light weight.
New backpack brushcutter, new cutting heads plus hard-wearing trousers for operators' use
Those clearing tough grass and weeds from verges and embankments will welcome a new backpack brushcutter from STIHL this year: the new FR 460 TC-EM is the first backpack model to feature the M-Tronic self-tuning engine, making it particular easy to use and maintain. Every brushcutter operator will be interested in its new DuroCut mowing heads which allow simple insertion of pre-cut lengths of tough mowing line. The DuroCut heads launched in summer 2013 and are compatible with every one of STIHL's 28 petrol-powered grass trimmers, brushcutters and clearing saws. Also new to the range for brushcutter users, the FS PROTECT brushcutter trousers are tough yet breathable, and include an accessory patented leg protection - providing additional impact protection to the front lower leg.
Clean up with STIHL : New floor sweeper range
STIHL entered a new market of floor sweepers this year, with a range of three models for sweeping both in and outdoors. The STIHL floor sweepers include 'push-to-sweep' models plus one with battery powered brushes, and all help users sweep up effortlessly and efficiently, indeed about six times as fast as with a conventional broom. They are ideal for sweeping pavements, forecourts and yards quietly outdoors, as well as large indoor areas like leisure and shopping centres, workshops and warehouses too.
A world-first in construction, plus a new concrete saw to cut deeper with STIHL
For those working in the construction and hard-landscaping sectors STIHL - the world's best-selling cut-off saw brand, has introduced its most advanced 12" cut-off saw ever this year. The new TS 480i cut-off saw features a genuine breakthrough in technology: STIHL's most advanced two-stroke engine with electronic fuel injection (another world-first from the brand). STIHL has also entered the concrete saw market for the first time in 2013; its new GS 461 model cuts up to 40cm deep making it ideal for wet-cutting window or door openings and concrete pipes for example.
Visitors to the STIHL Group stand at IOG Saltex can see its extensive product range and talk to the experts for advice and information. For more on the professional range click here or request a copy of the new dedicated Local Authority/Contractor brochure by calling : 01276 20202.
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