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INNOVATOR SERIES


BUILDING A SMA T


PARTNER CONTENT


he adoption of smart technology across industries continues to grow as organizations and businesses look for solutions to tackle today’s challenges and


realize tomorrow’s potential. Products like smart sensors, cloud computing and IoT devices are becoming more commonplace in businesses of all siz- es. And while professional landscaping has seen its fair share of back-office innovation from logistics software to automation, the commercial lawn mower has largely remained the same manually driven machine.


As a brand on the cutting edge, Cub Cadet is introducing a new chapter in true landscaping innovation with its first GPS-operated semi-autono- mous commercial mowers. The Cub Cadet PRO Series PRO Z™ 960 S and 972 S SurePath™ units are outfitted with GPS Auto Steer


technology and an exclusive four- wheel steering system that provide a semi-autonomous experience designed to maximize efficiency and productivity while minimizing effort and training. The operator simply needs to set the preliminary cut line, and the PRO Z SurePath units will perform straight cutting paths with an auto-zero-turn at the end of each row with the touch of a button.


Field research shows SurePath Auto Steer technology significantly reduces overlap and increases productivity by more than 0.5 acres per hour com- pared to traditional lap-bar steering controls, allowing the operator to complete a property in less time while producing superior cut quality.* “We see SurePath Auto Steer


technology as the ultimate efficiency tool. Landscapers can look forward to time savings to shorten their days or take on additional accounts,” says Josh Sooy, Director, Professional Business Segment, Cub Cadet. “Instead of simply offering wider decks that can be hard to power, difficult to maneuver, and often times scalp on uneven ter- rain, we set out to improve productivity by dramatically increasing the effi- ciency on standard size decks through technological innovation.”


MINIMIZING EFFORT AND TRAINING Like other industries, post-pandemic labor shortages have plagued landscaping businesses, forcing owners to delay jobs or outright turn away new clients. The lack of skilled labor means more time and resources are being diverted to training new hires who lack experience operating larger


commercial mowers, resulting in


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reduced productivity and poor cut quality.


Because of the semi-autonomous nature of the GPS technology, every single operator, from new hires to landscaping vets, can be expected to deliver consistent quality cuts and ef- ficient operation when using a PRO Z SurePath unit. Plus, the simple and in- tuitive user experience helps lower the learning curve and reduces the time necessary to train new landscapers. “Cub Cadet’s SurePath Auto Steer


technology enables even the most inexperienced operators to quickly rival and even surpass the speed and cut quality of experienced landscaping professional,” says Sooy. “Not only does this mean greater overall produc- tivity and efficiency for landscaping businesses, but also a lower risk of turf damage and unhappy customers.”


REDUCING PHYSICAL AND MENTAL FATIGUE


Beyond efficiency, cut quality and an intuitive user experience, SurePath Auto Steer represents a new era in ride comfort for operators. By automating the turning and steering, the GPS technology helps reduce hand-arm vibrations, manual inputs and the need for sustained concentration. As a result, landscapers will have more time and energy to devote to other high-priority tasks and projects.


“Reducing operator physical and mental fatigue is a business priority for many landscapers looking to increase workforce productivity and satisfac- tion,” says Sooy. “Similar to lane assist and adaptive cruise control in the auto industry has made long drives less draining, SurePath Auto Steer gives operators the confidence to mow perfect stripes without the stress and effort typically required to achieve said perfection.” While not every innovation or tech- nology comes with the assurance of strength and quality, PRO Z SurePath units deliver on both. Built on the


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