This is through the newly launched Boost by Jobber grant program.

Toronto — Jobber unveiled Boost by Jobber, a grant program to further support entrepreneurs within the home services sector. Aspiring entrepreneurs, new business owners and longtime home service entrepreneurs are invited to apply for free grants ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 depending on the category their business qualifies for. Twenty home service businesses, across 50+ industries such as lawn care, plumbing, residential cleaning and painting, will be awarded $100,000 in total. Applications are now open through May 5, 2021. Finalists will be announced in July 2021 with the list of winners announced in August 2021.

“Home service entrepreneurs impact their local communities and neighborhoods in meaningful ways,” said Sam Pillar, CEO & co-founder at Jobber. “They employ millions of people while operating behind-the-scenes to keep homes, offices and other spaces safe and in good working order—yet, despite their important contributions, small businesses are largely underserved when it comes to business financing. Boost by Jobber helps address this gap by providing service business entrepreneurs with some extra working capital that may not otherwise be available through traditional banks and government grant programs.”

Boost by Jobber grants are organized into categories that reflect various stages of company growth, from ideas on paper to recently launched ventures to established businesses—as well as an additional category for COVID-19 support. Five winners will be selected from each of the following:

●       Almost-entrepreneurs (pre-business): Those who have the drive to start and run a home service business but need funds to get started.

●       New business owners (0-3 years): Entrepreneurs who are in the early stages of building their team, client list and services.

●       Experienced business owners (3+ years): Entrepreneurs who are ready to scale their mature business to the next growth stage.

●       COVID-19 support: Entrepreneurs seeking financial support or resources for their team’s well-being. 

Jobber spoke with dozens of service professionals to better understand the impact extra cash flow could have on a business, to create the grant categories and to determine the dollar values assigned to each grant. Whether a company is looking to purchase new equipment, increase marketing dollars, launch a new service, train teams, or is in need of financial relief, funds from the Boost by Jobber program can be of assistance.

To learn more about Boost by Jobber, or to apply, click here.

This is the first time on the list for four dealers.

SUWANEE, Ga. – Doosan Infracore North America, LLC has announced its top-performing dealers of 2020. The top 10 dealers are among more than 160 Doosan equipment dealers in North America.

Doosan annually recognizes its heavy equipment dealers that have excelled in providing top-level performance in sales, parts and service to the customers in their respective markets. The top 10 Doosan dealers of 2020 include the following enterprises (headquarters in parentheses):

“There are four dealers joining this list for the first time, which is reflective of their hard work growing the Doosan brand in their regions,” said Todd Roecker, Doosan director of dealer management and marketing. “The word is out about Doosan equipment. We continue to attract new customers and top-performing dealers in North America.”

Top-performing Doosan dealers are offered a selection of several incentives that they may choose from. In addition, Doosan North American leadership may look to these dealers for input regarding Doosan initiatives and direction as they represent the dealer network.

The L and XL Series Trucks powered by Cummins engines to be produced at Hino plants in West Virginia, USA and Woodstock, Canada.

NOVI, Mich. – During the virtual 2021 NTEA Work Truck Show, Hino Trucks announced its intent to produce medium- and heavy-duty Hino trucks with Cummins engines for sale in North America. As a result, Hino intends to offer Cummins B6.7 and L9 engines in Hino’s L and XL Series models by the end of 2021.

“We are thrilled to offer Cummins’ proven B6.7 and L9 engines,” said Hino’s Bob Petz, senior VP of vehicle and parts sales. “The reliability, performance and durability presented with Cummins engines coupled with the award-winning Hino conventional cab will provide our customers the Ultimate Ownership Experience.”

“The Cummins B6.7 and L9 have an unmatched legacy in the medium-duty space, with nearly 80 years of combined production history,” said Amy Boerger, Cummins’ vice president and general manager, North America On Highway. “We are confident Hino customers with Cummins engines will continue to enjoy low cost of operation ownership with our combined offering.”

As part of Hino’s Work Truck Show announcement, Hino plans to redirect engineering and other resources to accelerate the development of the battery electric vehicle (BEV) portion of Project Z, the company’s development path to zero emission vehicles (ZEV). The company had previously announced plans to develop and produce a full range of class 4 through 8 Battery Electric Trucks by 2024.  It is now planning to begin low volume production of the BEV models in the fourth quarter of 2022, ramping up to full production by the end of 2023.

“Our industry is in the midst of a generational shift from traditional vehicles to Zero Emission Vehicles,” said Hino’s Glenn Ellis, senior VP of customer experience. “This new partnership is in line with the recent shift we have seen among other OEMs who are looking to strong industry partners to help offset their growing R&D investments into new ZEVs.”

Hino will begin production of Cummins powered trucks at the West Virginia and the Woodstock plant in October 2021, using engines built by Cummins at their Rocky Mount Engine Plant in North Carolina. The company plans to make the Cummins B6.7 engine available in the L Series by the end of 2021, initially offering the engine in two ratings: 240 HP and 260 HP. The B6.7 will be paired with Allison’s 2000 and 3000 Series transmissions. Starting in 2022, the Cummins L9 engine will be available in Hino’s XL Series model, initially in three ratings: 300 HP, 330 HP and 360 HP. The L9 can be paired with Allison’s 3000 or 3500 Series transmission or an Eaton manual.

Hino and Cummins will continue to evaluate additional opportunities to collaborate on powertrain strategies in the future.

The free webinar is part of the Propane Presents Technology Series and will be held Thursday, March 25 at 2 p.m. EST.

WASHINGTON – The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) is offering a new webinar that will allow fleet directors to hear directly from their peers about how propane autogas can benefit their fleet. The webinar, titled “Propane Autogas – Fuel Innovation That Helps Fleets Go the Distance,” is part of the Propane Presents Technology Series and will take place at 2 p.m. EST on March 25.

During the live webinar, PERC will provide an overview of how propane autogas has made a difference for fleets across the nation, specifically in the paratransit, parcel/package and food and beverage delivery industries. Registration is free and now open at Propane.com/Propane-Presents.

“For an alternative energy adoption to be successful it needs to reduce emissions, lower the total cost-of-ownership, and provide a similar or better performance without compromising range — propane autogas is the only energy source that can do that,” said Steve Whaley, director of autogas business development for PERC. “This webinar will provide fleet directors with the knowledge they need to make a confident and informed decision on their alternative fuel energy choices.”

Registrants will hear from three fleet directors as they discuss how the innovation behind propane autogas has improved their company’s bottom line and helped cut emissions in their communities. Speakers include Paul Strobis, paratransit director for Broward County Transit in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; Lisa McAbee of McAbee Trucking and a USPS contractor in Blacksburg, South Carolina; and a representative of Bimbo Bakery, a commercial baking manufacturer serving all 50 states.

To register for an upcoming webinar or watch recorded versions of past presentations, visit Propane.com/Propane-Presents. For more information on propane autogas vehicles, visit Propane.com/Fleet-Vehicles.

The designs are outfitted with Super Hub dual axle support systems to increase stability and reduce vibration.

Coxreels features a complete line of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) hose reels built on the all-steel construction SH and T Series of reels. These reels are equipped with a stainless steel external full-flow swivel and chemical resistant Viton seals to provide a DEF dispensing solution available with a factory installed, high-quality Goodyear DEF hose. The swivel is easy to access for seal maintenance and fast DEF dispenser hose installation.

Coxreels provides professional reeling systems in heavy-duty single pedestal (SH Series) or supreme-duty dual pedestal (T Series) configurations that handle DEF hoses up to 75 feet of ¾ inch hose I.D. Both designs are outfitted with Super Hub dual axle support systems to increase stability and reduce vibration during operation.

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The DEF models are available in standard spring retraction and EZ-Coil controlled retraction systems that promote greater operator and workplace safety by retracting up to 80% slower than conventional reels.

For further information on Coxreels DEF hose reels, visit www.coxreels.com.