Jacobsen - Athletic Turf

Kohler Engines promotes Brian Melka to president

October 31, 2014By AT Staff

Following Tom Cromwell’s promotion to group president of Kohler Power, the company promoted Brian Melka to president of Kohler Engines. Melka is responsible for the engines business in the Americas region, establishing strategic direction, managing operational demands, driving growth and profitability objectives and attracting and developing talent. In addition, he will have worldwide responsibility for new product development, marketing and... read more

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Jacobsen Turfgrass Scholarship program honors 27 students

August 6, 2014By AT Staff

Jacobsen, a Textron company, awarded scholarships to 27 college students throughout North America. The Jacobsen Turfgrass Scholarship, now in its third year, recognizes college seniors in turfgrass management or related discipline programs. To qualify, students must submit an application, an essay and a letter of recommendation from a turfgrass professional. This year’s recipients, each awarded a $500 scholarship, represent 20... read more

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Jacobsen mowers used at FIFA World Cup Brazil stadiums

June 20, 2014By AT Staff

Jacobsen‘s products are being used to maintain stadium fields and training facilities at the FIFA World Cup Brazil. The venues using Jacobsen, a Textron Company, equipment include the Arena de Baixada in Curitiba, Arena de Sao Paulo, Arena Pernambuco in Recife—which will host USA’s final Group G game against Germany on June 26—and Estadio Mineirão in Belo Horizonte. The Maracanã stadium in... read more

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Jacobsen reports double-digit sales growth for 2013

March 14, 2014By AT Staff

Jacobsen, a Textron Inc. company, announced its global sales full line of quality turf equipment increased 13.7 percent in 2013. This marks the second straight year the company saw double-digit sales growth. In addition to global sales, 68 percent of Jacobsen’s North American sales territories saw year-over-year sales growth. Jacobsen said the increase is partly the result of significant investments... read more

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Jacobsen, Precision Turf prepare field for Gold Cup soccer matches

August 16, 2013By AT Staff

Jacobsen, a Textron company, has played a key role in the preparation for Gold Cup quarterfinal soccer matches that were held in Atlanta, Ga., recently. Sports turf contractor Precision Turf installed a temporary natural grass field above the permanent artificial playing surface for the two quarterfinal matches. Precision Turf requested the use of Ransomes Mastiff walk-behind mowers, manufactured by Ransomes... read more

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