MILWAUKEE, Dec. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- At the outdoor
power equipment industry's largest gathering and product showcase,
Briggs & Stratton Corporation stood out for continued
innovation across the company's product line, designed to make it
easier and faster for users to accomplish their goals.
"Whether it's a new lawnmower equipped with our latest engine, a
Bluetooth1-enabled generator or a host of products that
make it easier for outdoor power equipment owners to keep their
equipment in top condition, Briggs & Stratton is committed to
innovations that remove barriers that get in the way of getting
work done," said Rick Carpenter,
vice president corporate marketing Briggs & Stratton. "In
recent years, we have launched dozens of products that have
thrilled consumers, received industry awards, and exceeded sales
expectations. The products we shared at GIE+EXPO simply
represent the latest in engines and products focused on
solving user's problems. Outdoor power equipment today, with
our engines, is significantly better than what most people
currently own."
At the recent industry event, dealers and retailers had the
opportunity to see and test out the latest in Briggs &
Stratton's portfolio of innovations including:
- The Briggs & Stratton 8,0002-Watt Elite
SeriesTM Portable Generator with StatStation Wireless
Bluetooth which makes it easy and convenient for homeowners
to monitor the generator from a smart device. This allows users to
see the remaining fuel levels or capacity of the generator at a
glance. The app also provides maintenance reminders and a dealer
locator.
- Briggs & Stratton's VanguardTM brand has
launched, Vanguard Oil, a 100 percent synthetic 15W-50 small
engine oil designed for demanding commercial engine applications.
Vanguard Oil is ideal for commercial-focused turf-cutters who push
their small engines to the limits, operating for hours on end often
in hot summer conditions. These operators need the maximum
protection of Vanguard Oil to minimize downtime.
- Vanguard's new Oil Guard System, which will be found on
the brand's 810 and BIG BLOCKTM commercial engine series
is a breakthrough solution for commercial landscapers. The system
allows for 500 hours between oil changes offering significant cost
savings and productivity gains. The system continuously exchanges
oil between the engine and a large remote oil reservoir external to
the engine. It protects the engine oil from thermal breakdown,
extending maintenance intervals and producing a cooler running
engine.
- The new Mow N' Stow® + Just
Check & AddTM walk mower engine combines two of
Briggs & Stratton's most popular recent innovations. The engine
never needs an oil change3, owners need only check oil
levels and add when necessary. And, the innovative engine
technology allows the mower to be folded and stored upright even
with gas and oil in the tanks, taking up 70 percent less space in
the garage.
- The expansion of the Just Check & Add technology to
the popular 625ex Series4 walk mower engine simplifies
maintenance for lawnmower owners, as they no longer need to change
the oil each year. Those with the engine technology need only check
the oil and add when needed.
- EASYflexTM high-pressure washer hoses are
designed to make pressure washer set-up and storage more
manageable. At 30-feet long and three times more flexible than a
standard pressure washer hose EASYFlex helps improve the
pressure-washing experience.
- The Briggs & Stratton Protection Pack makes pressure
washer maintenance easier. The pack includes the exclusive Pump
Saver formula to protect piston and seals from damage; O-Ring
Replacement Kit to avoid last-minute trips to the hardware store
when the unit's O-rings become worn; and Advanced Formula Fuel
Treatment and Stabilizer to help prevent damage caused by
ethanol.
- The third pressure washer innovation introduced at EXPO is a
rotating surface cleaner with detergent tank, which allows
users to clean large outdoor areas such as driveways and decks up
to five times faster5. The rotating surface cleaner
comes in a 16-inch size designed for gas-model pressure washers and
a 14-inch size for electric pressure washers. Both come with an
integrated detergent tank.
About Briggs & Stratton Corporation:
Briggs &
Stratton Corporation (NYSE: BGG), headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is focused on providing
power to get work done and make people's lives better. Briggs &
Stratton is the world's largest producer of gasoline engines for
outdoor power equipment. Its wholly owned subsidiaries include
North America's number one
marketer of gas pressure washers, and it is a leading designer,
manufacturer and marketer of power generation, lawn and garden,
turf care and job site products through its Briggs &
Stratton®, Simplicity®, Snapper®,
Snapper Pro®, Ferris®, Vanguard™, Allmand™,
Billy Goat®, Murray®, Branco® and
Victa® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are
designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in over 100 countries
on six continents. For additional information, please visit
www.basco.com and www.briggsandstratton.com.
1 The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks
by Briggs & Stratton Corporation is under license.
2 This generator is rated in accordance with CSA C22.2
No.100-14 and Briggs & Stratton standard 628k.
3 To see complete details refer to your Operating Manual
or see
http://www.briggsandstratton.com/us/en/support/warranty for
details. Briggs & Stratton standard warranty terms and
conditions apply. Just Check & Add does not extend the warranty
period.
4 Just Check & Add is only available on 625ex models
with press-fit-style air cleaners
5 The 16-inch Rotating Surface Cleaner cleans up to
5-times faster than a 40-degree nozzle. The 14-inch Rotating
Surface Cleaner is 4-times faster than a 40-degree nozzle.
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