Landscape & Amenity Product Update December 2016

Landscape Amenity PRODUCT UPDATE

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Green infrastructure scheme wins prestigious landscape award

TACP Landscape Architects has won the President’s Award at the Landscape Institute’s annual awards for its Green Infrastructure Action Plan for Pollinators in South East Wales.

The plan will support and inspire landscape projects on public land to redress the decline in biodiversity and provide environments favouring pollinators.

Over the past two decades, bee numbers have declined worldwide. The evidence is clear that bees and other pollinators are less healthy and abundant than they have been and if action

Awards were presented in the following categories:

•OPresident’s Award - Green Infrastructure Action Plan for Pollinators - TACP

•OAdding Value through Landscape - Sidcup High Street Revival Programme (OLF2)Untitled Practice

•OCommunications and Presentation - B|D Landscape Architects Review JournalB|D landscape architects ltd

•ODesign for a Small-Scale

is not taken it will have serious implications for food production.

Wales has the first action plan of its kind in the UK to tackle the decline and the Green Infrastructure Action Plan for Pollinators in South East Wales identifies measures to benefit pollinators. It outlines actions that could encourage bees and others such as cutting grass to different heights and/or at different times of the year; and the development of wild flower meadows or formal planting areas.

Merrick Denton-Thompson, President of the Landscape

Development - Rotunda Community Campus - BCA Landscape

•ODesign for a Medium-Scale Development - Piazza Gae Aulenti - AECOM

ODesign for a Large-Scale Development - Royal Stoke Hospital - Colour

•ODesign for a Temporary Landscape - The Hive at Kew Gardens - BDP and Wolfgang Buttress

•OScience, Management and Stewardship - The Crown Estate London Ecology Masterplan -

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Institute, said: “This plan touches a raw nerve. It tackles the appalling state of the biological quality of so many of our landscapes and demonstrates that we have to improve the biological health of every landscape.

“The Green Infrastructure Action Plan for Pollinators in South East Wales sets out to transform the number of pollinating insects, looking at the whole lifecycle, across numerous landscape types, from schools to roadside verges, public parks to private gardens.

“For me what was so exciting about the project is that it took a national

Arup and The Crown Estate

•OHeritage and ConservationPulham Gardens at Worth Park - Allen Scott

• OPolicy and Research - Trees and Design Action GroupCapita Lovejoy

•OLocal Landscape PlanningWoodside, Firhill & Hamiltonhill Development Framework - LUC

•OStrategic Landscape Planning - South Downs National Park: View Characterisation and Analysis - LUC

OStudent Dissertation -

New BTME smartphone app unveiled

The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association has kicked its preparations for Europe’s leading turf management exhibition into top gear with the launch of a brand new smartphone application.

The exclusive BTME 2017 event app has been created by leading designers Avodigy and

is available on both Android and Apple devices.

This year’s BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition is set to be the largest ever, with BTME spanning four huge halls at the Harrogate International Centre. Also held throughout the week will be the Continue to Learn education programme, featuring 250 hours of education for BIGGA members,

as well as GolfBIC and the Turf Managers’ Conference.

BIGGA CEO Jim Croxton said: “BTME is a diverse event, featuring a comprehensive exhibition and filling four halls at the Harrogate International Centre, along with an educational conference, various special events and networking opportunities. So it is important

policy through to local delivery, through collaboration across a number of local authorities and across a number of professions. At the same time it empowers nonspecialist members of the public to participate in delivery. There is a strong commitment to monitoring success by both landscape scientists and citizen scientists.

“The project has produced a range of advisory booklets to help the public participate in the programme, covering numerous different landscape settings.”

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Phenomenology within Design

- James Trevers, University of Edinburgh

•OStudent Portfolio - Peter Kennedy

•OUrban Design and Masterplanning - Torpoint Vision - Clifton Emery Design with Torpoint Town Council

•OClient of the Year - Nene Park Trust

•OFellows’ Award for Climate Change Adaptation - LIFE+ Climate proofing social housing landscapes - Groundwork London

Kubota launches new tractors and implements ranges

Kubota UK has launched its new M5001 Series, a brand new range of 95HP to 113HP tractors, powered by a four cylinder V3800 Kubota engine and including a host of leading edge technology to maximise power, performance and end-user comfort and control.

The range has been introduced to replace and succeed the company’s previous M8540 and M9960 models.

The launch of the M5001 Series completes the renewal of M Series, which started with the introduction of the Flagship M7001 Series, introduced to target the 130HP to 170HP sector.

Fifteen models of plain disc mower, from the four-disc 1.66m-wide DM1017 up to the DM3095 - a 9.5m butterfly unit have been lauinched. Front-mounted models are also available, offering 2.8m and 3.2m cutting widths.

A further 27 models of flail chopper - from the 0.9m wide SE1090 up to the SE8400 with its 4m cutting width.

to bring all the information together into one easy-tounderstand location.

“With details of events, a calendar and information about exhibitors and sponsors, you can download the app now and start planning your visit to Harrogate in advance.”

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Kubota has also launched MGX-III tractor range boasting machines from 90 to 140HP, building on the success of its ever-popular MGX-II range.

Available in five models - M95GX, M105GX, M115GX, M125GX and M135GX – the series is fully equipped to provide increased output and improved productivity, more comfortable driving and full visibility from its large cab.

Kubota now also has four models of pendulum spreader and 10 models of twin disc spreader, up to the DSX-W GEOspread model.

Kubota Agriculture is to strengthen its machinery portfolio with the launch of a range of Kubota-branded implements.

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It has been another successful and enjoyable year, albeit with the usual set of challenges sent to try us all.

Some of the challenges we faced in 2016 were familiar – such as budget cuts and a lack of central government investment in our industry – and some were new. Indeed one of the biggest question marks from 2016 will continue to provide challenges throughout 2017 and beyond.

The impact of Brexit remains the great unknown for us all. But what has been refreshing since the Referendum vote is the approach adopted by our industry.

Whereas the construction industry has become very introspective, there has been a definite “business as usual” attitude adopted in our industry. Without doubt Brexit will have a significant impact on our industry, not least because of the close ties many of our manufacturers enjoy with Europe and the big export market it provides. Yet until a clear map is prepared by our political leaders, it makes more sense to continue to do business and make contingency plans for whatever the future might hold.

Despite this uncertainty, by and large 2016 can be marked down as a successful year.

It started in what has now become traditional style with the buzz and enthusiasm generated by BTME 2016 and started to draw to a close with SALTEX 2016. At the time of going to print, we were still awaiting the official figures on this year’s event – the NEC certainly seemed busy and many exhibitors are reporting good business from the two days.

We now look forward to the new year and another Harrogate boost provided by BTME 2017.

For TSP Media and Landscape & Amenity Product Update, 2017 also promises to be a big year. We will be launching our new quarterly Professional Groundscare supplement in January and our dynamic new website will continue to evolve and provide an invaluable online resource for the industry.

Editor

A Happy Christmas to you all and a prosperous 2017 from the TSP Media team.

Paul Groves

Dennis G860 the ‘mower of choice’

Nottingham Forest FC grounds manager Ewan Hunter and his assistant Matt Tietjen has claimed that the Dennis G860 is the club’s mower of choice.

The pitch at the City Ground Stadium is highly regarded winning numerous awards and has consistently been in the top five pitches in the Sky Bet Championship.

As part of the maintenance programme in preparing the pitch at the City Ground, Ewan, Matt and their other seven members of staff rely on the Dennis G860.

The G860 has 11 quick changeover cassette options giving ultimate flexibility and a single power unit for many day-to-day maintenance tasks

– something which Matt is particularly impressed with.

“On the G860 we’ve got the eight bladed cutting cassette which we use to cut down to 25mm for match days and we use the sorrel roller as and when required,2 says Ewan.

“We’ve got the brush cassettes which we will use after a game to clean the surface up and we use the verti-cutter cassette once or twice a month during the growing season.”

The G860 also features a large diameter front roller with an adjustable scraper which has been designed for a precise height of cut control, giving an excellent finish – something which is essential for a club of Nottingham Forest’s stature.

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BALI enjoys successful launch of GoLandscape initiative

BALI’s new careers initiative, GoLandscape, has been officially launched in front of 120 students, landscapers, garden designers and career changers.

BALI’s Chief Executive Wayne Grills commented that the launch event highlighted the importance of finding the next generation of landscaper, as well as getting across the message that landscaping provides real career opportunities for everyone, from all walks of life, was truly moving.

“Watching the audience interact with the panellists following an excellent Q&A session was extremely gratifying as it meant the individuals in the room were showing a real passion for the industry and a flare for creativity which was clearly in abundance,” he said.

“This is exactly what GoLandscape is designed

“BALI

BALI Board Directors David Dodd, owner of BALI Registered Contractor The Outdoor Room Ltd and Nigel Bowcock from BALI Registered Contractor Acre Landscapes Ltd are jointly responsible for the GoLandscape initiative.

Along with the launch event, BALI also unveiled its new

GoLandscape website, www. golandscape.co.uk, which provides useful guidance and advice on starting out in the landscape industry and aims to inspire website visitors from all backgrounds just how rewarding the landscape sector can be.

GoLandscape will be piloted in

the BALI South Thames Region first, starting next week, and running into the New Year, with careers events, workshops and school visits on the agenda, with further information on future activity to follow soon.

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Sponsors on board for Party for Perennial

The annual Party for Perennial is a highlight of the calendar for the horticulture industry and thanks to a growing list of sponsors, the 2017 event is set to be better than ever.

Taking place on January 19 in the beautiful surroundings of the Barbican Centre’s Garden Room & Conservatory, the party will be hosted by popular garden designer and broadcaster, James Alexander-Sinclair.

It is an opportunity to join friends and colleagues from across the horticulture industry for a fantastic evening of networking, fun and fundraising. The ticket price includes a glass of bubbly and delicious bowl food, as well as music, entertainment, auction and raffle.

Anita Bates, Director of Marketing and Development at Perennial, said: “The Party for Perennial is one of our biggest fundraising events of the year and the money raised makes a huge difference to the lives of the people we help. We really could not put on an event like this without the generosity and support of our wonderful sponsors, so thank you to them all. Please buy your tickets now to make sure the event is as successful as possible.”

Ticket prices: individual ticket£55; tickets for two - £100; and groups of eight or more, please contact Perennial for special discount packages.

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to do by encouraging young people, students and career changers to take up roles as landscapers and garden designers to name just a few of the roles available.

will be working incredibly hard to maintain the momentum that was generated at the launch and we very much look forward to developing an exciting program of activity for 2017.”

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Ground Control honoured with Queen’s Award for Innovation

Back in October, Ground Control was presented with the prestigious Queen’s Award for Innovation.

The award recognises not only the innovations the company brings to the industry, but the hard work and dedication of its workforce in delivering an outstanding service to customers.

As Marcus Watson, Managing Director of Ground Control, says the progress Ground Control has made as a business since we started in 1973 has exceeded all expectations.

“Driven through a continuous process of innovation, excellent service delivery and customer focus, we have diversified into a wide variety of sectors according to our customers’ requirements,” he added. “Our ambition is to enrich and improve our offering constantly and become the undisputed partner of choice for our customers.

“The reason for our continued growth is twofold: firstly, we single-mindedly focus on retaining the loyalty of customers by continually delivering an outstanding customer experience. Whilst we might win on price, we retain on the quality of our service. Secondly, we make sure

we attract, develop and retain a team of exceptional people who get a kick out of delivering to their customers, each and every day. Without either of these, our impressive 20% year-on-year growth simply would not have been possible.

“Overall, the strategy to underpin our desire to consistently meet customers’ evolving needs is our expanding range of services. This has always been a part of an ongoing effort across the business to not just integrate processes and systems, but importantly to share our values and gain buy-in to our success across the organisation.”

With UK unemployment currently around 5%, it is at the lowest rate since 2015. However, in the next two years, there could be a constriction in the supply of labour due in part to skilled EU workers choosing to stay put whilst the impact of Brexit plays out.

“This will need monitoring by Government as it plans the route forward to keep the UK a fully operational European country,” adds Marcus. “In addition, as an organisation with its roots fully planted in the UK, Ground Control is doing everything it can to support its workforce through this changeable period.”

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Wiedenmann Core Recycler impresses in STRI trials

Independent trials confirm that Wiedenmann’s Core Recycler can save 40% of top dressing inputs.

Results released by the Sports Turf Research Institute also state that turf treated with the Core Recycler had significantly lower disease incidence and that the recycling of cores helps maintain a significantly higher active bacterial and fungal population.

The Core Recycler is a revolutionary machine which collects and recycles hollow cores. Fresh cores are lifted via a rotating brush and processed through a series of four adjustable steel mesh sieves which move in sequence.

The sieves can be set to accommodate different core lengths and diameters. As the hollow cores are propelled along the sieves, the soil and sand content is separated from the fibrous material. The soil and sand mix falls back to the ground while the less desirable fibrous material is collected in a hopper. After separation the indigenous ‘good’ material can be returned to the surface.

Two test areas of a sand soil based green [80:20] were created at the STRI’s Bingley HQ in West Yorkshire. Hollow tining took

Etesia launches electric start pedestrian mower

Etesia has launched the Duocut 46 RMBE pedestrian mower, which features the new Briggs and Stratton 775iS Series Instart engine.

The Briggs and Stratton 775iS Series DOV InStart engines represent the ultimate performance package. They naturally incorporate the heritage attributes of power, performance and reliability, but add the most innovative

and easiest starting ever seen on a lawnmower.

The Etesia Duocut 46 RMBE is a single speed machine with a cutting width of 46cm.

As with all rotary mowers in the Duocut range, it offers low vibrations combined with high performance, quality cut and reliability. Extremely versatile, the new model is capable of mowing with or without

collection in all conditions, or for high-quality mulching - without the need for an accessory.

The high performance is possible thanks to the Duocut concept which is the perfect combination between 100% collection and 100% mulching decks, without compromising the results of either of the functions.

Changing the mowing system is easy: just place the removable

insert under the deck if you want to mulch. Remove the insert if you prefer to mow with or without collection.

The insert completes the shape of the deck to form a smooth surface with no roughness, allowing the grass to move easily for incomparably superior mulching.

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place on both plots and afterwards one area had the cores lifted manually with medium grade sand brushed in to make good the surface levels, while the other plot had the Core Recycler lift cores and return indigenous sand soil mix to the surface before also being topped up with sand.

Another finding from the STRI research was that, when coupled

with appropriate nutrient inputs, the core recycled area had a greener colouration. The main reasons given for this were the release of nutrients from the recycled material, in addition to elevated microbial community facilitating nutrient release and uptake.

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Kevlar® puncture resistant sole making this an S3 boot, with antislip rubber/PU sole, a robust street tread. Compliant with EN ISO20345:2011.

The Haix AS System has optimal support with shock absorption within the arch provided by an anatomically formed last.

Wiedenmann

Plant experts call for industry-wide adoption of Invasives Code

Experts in Japanese knotweed remediation are urging the industry to subscribe to the Invasives Code, following its recently announced renaming.

Formerly known as the Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) Code, it is set by The Invasive Non-Native Specialists Association (INNSA) to provide quality assurance and set industry standards, which are independently assessed.

Japanese Knotweed Control, one of the UK’s first specialist remediation companies and a founder member of INNSA, is calling for all non-native plant remediation specialists to subscribe in a bid to boost standards in the industry.

The Invasives Code requires subscribers to meet demanding technical standards set by INNSA, and sets out minimum warranty and insurance requirements, consumer service levels, and complaint handling process. All members must also meet the independently assessed ISO 9001 and 14001 standards

under Amenity Assured, run by Government-backed independent standards institute BASIS.

The renaming of the Code is intended to make it clearer to consumers and businesses, especially property professionals, what the Code is about.

Japanese Knotweed Control has been at the forefront of encouraging the highest possible standards within the industry since it was founded in 2004.

Managing Director David Layland explains: “The renaming of the Invasives Code gives greater transparency to the clients of subscribers, providing clients with greater peace of mind. This will build confidence as property owners, alongside professions and industries that serve them, know they are assured of top quality service.”

The Code is regulated by the independent Property Codes Compliance Board (PCCB).

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Dakota redesign electronic control panel

Dakota has redesigned and refined their famous electronic control panel to it easier to use as the range continues to be the most versatile, cost-effective, and accurate material handlers on the market.

Campey Turf Care Systems 16year association with Dakota has seen a host of innovations on the Turf Tender machines, with the latest control panel upgrade a clear signal of the company’s intent to continue innovating.

A number of upgrades have been to the panel to make it meet the demands required. The first is the universal RAM mount that allows you to attach the display at a point convenient to you. This makes using the new features within the panel extremely user friendly. This display contains reference guides for adjusting the spinner paddles and rate settings, helping to provide the most even spread possible.

Campey Turf Care Systems Enquiry 17

Research identifies plugs as answer to healthy soil ecosystems

A first-of-its-kind PhD study was recently conducted with University of Sheffield’s Animal and Plant Science Centre to identify the best way to ensure that beneficial micro-organisms thrive on green roofs.

How to introduce microorganisms on to a green roof in a beneficial and cost-effective way has long been a problem for green roof specialists.

These valuable microbes, bacteria and fungi combine to improve plant nutrient uptake, which means that flowering performance on a green roof is likely to benefit. They can also help plants develop natural resilience to stressful conditions, to which they are subjected in a rooftop environment.

In the first analysis of its kind, Boningale GreenSky sponsored

PhD researcher, Dr Tom Young, to scientifically investigate with experts at University of Sheffield’s Animal and Plant Science Centre, how microscopic creatures can best be introduced to a sterile roof substrate.

“Beneficial soil organisms perform many functions which influence soil fertility and plant health,” explains Maggie Fennell, Head of Boningale GreenSky. “Substrate mixes are known to have a low level of biological activity which makes plants more susceptible to stress and disease.

“Our study found that applying arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) inoculum directly throughout the substrate is expensive and not very effective. However, applying SRD inoculum to the plugs, or growing plants in pre-inoculated plugs,

is a far better way to ensure that the micro-organisms establish successfully and form a biological relationship with the plant.

“AMF is a specific type of micro-organism that helps plant roots take up nutrients and our production team combine it with additional beneficial bacteria and organisms that make the plants more naturally resistant to disease. The inoculum is watered onto the plants as they grow, beginning a symbiotic relationship that sustains both the plants and the microbes.

“We use a range of carefully audited “Species rich diversity” (SRD) products which redress the imbalance in the green roof growing medium.

“This is a proven organic method that has been successfully used

by our nursery, Boningale Nurseries, to improve plant health and reduce the effect of pests and diseases, with minimal chemical intervention.”

The findings from the study are a significant development because they provide further information on the organic building blocks of a natural, healthy ecosystem, which is one of the key drivers of green roofs.

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Albutt make bag filling simple

Albutt, the attachment specialist has introduced a new product to simplify bag filling.

Suitable for filling tote bags with any free flowing material, the attachment can be used with any telehandler or loader. Bag filling speed is high, 40 bags per hour is easily achieved.

The absence of any product spill during the filling process ensures all yard surfaces are kept clean and waste eliminated.

Filling cycle times are low as the bag detaches from the securing hooks without the need for the operator to leave the machine. Loading vehicles with filled bags is another use for this attachment.

Other uses for the bag filler

include loading material directly into trailers, pickups and vans.

Long term reliability is a key feature of the design. The trap doors are controlled hydraulically from the machine cab, with a direct acting system that does not require operator adjustment. Trap doors are operated by the direct acting hydraulic ram control system.

Materials such as sand, aggregates, bark, animal feed, top soil and any free flowing material are handled easily.

The Albutt Bag Filler is the cost effective and reliable solution to bag filling.

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Makita tools help finalists of WorldSkills UK

The UK’s largest skills show held at the NEC Birmingham, 17 – 19 November, included the final of the APL WorldSkills UK competition in Landscaping, organised by the Association of Professional Landscapers, designed to select Britain’s entrants to the WorldSkills Competition in Russia in 2019.

Makita has supported this competition for a number of years and has provided a comprehensive inventory of drills, impact drivers, mitre saws and petrol disc cutters.

This year the seven finalists used Makita tools during the two and a half day landscape garden build. The test piece layout was designed by the Association of Professional Landscapers, APL, to examine the skills levels of the competitors in both hard and soft landscaping. Cobble paving had to be laid; wood trellis work cut and assembled on site; decking fixed into position; slabs cut and laid; turf and plants installed to the design brief and marked to international standards.

The professional judges awarded the Gold medal to 27 year old Jake Botting, who works in the landscape industry and studies at Myerscough College.

Don’t slip up

Long Rake Spar are one of the UK’s premium suppliers of White Marine and Pink Rock Salt which is used for De-icing footpaths, drives or communal areas.

White Marine Salt provides a cleaner solution for retail areas, municipal buildings and office car parks as it leaves little or no residue after use, thereby avoiding the product transferring or migrating into

internal areas. Pink Rock Salt also provides excellent deicing qualities and offers a more cost efficient alternative whilst being more suited to the domestic market.

Both de-icing salts are fully compliant with British Standards BS3247 and are supplied pure, with no added gravel or sand, thereby ensuring maximum performance at all times.

Order your rock salt early to ensure availability and competitive prices. With depots across the country we can ensure the very best prices with prompt deliveries for both marine and rock salt in either loose loads, bulk bags or our premium pre-pack bags. Call 01629 636210 for the very best prices.

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The Silver medal went to Ross Conquest, 27, who runs his own landscaping business, Conquest Hard Landscaping, in Sussex with seven staff. The Bronze award went to one of the youngest entrants in the competition, 17-year old Aaron Byrne who is doing a full-time, two-year course for Level 3 Extended Diploma in Horticulture at Reaseheath College.

All three medal winners were presented with Makita power tool twin-pack kits of drills and impact drivers to enhance their future landscaping skills.

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Souters Sports get the game on

After Partick Thistle FC had four games cancelled last season due to a waterlogged pitch, head groundsman Alan Findlay knew that it was time to take action.

He found the solution he was looking in specialist sports turf contractor Souters Sports.

It is probably fair to say that Alan has had his work cut out throughout his six years as head groundsman at the Firhill Stadium. When he first started working at the club, rugby union team Glasgow Warriors were also tenants, which meant that he was tasked with maintaining a dual purpose pitch for both rugby and football.

Glasgow Warriors eventually departed from Firhill in 2013 but the damage had already taken its toll.

“The winter was horrendous last year and we had to have four home games postponed due to a waterlogged pitch,” he said. “Every game that we lost was probably £20,000 in revenue we missed out

on, so although we’d have to pay to install a new pitch and drainage system – we hoped that it would actually prevent us from missing out on that lost revenue.

“The job went to tender and Souters Sports, who were one of the companies in the frame, did a similar job at St Johnstone FC recently. With that in mind I suggested the club go with Souters. The fact that they work with pretty much every football club in Scotland gave me even more confidence.”

Alan admitted that the short window in which Souters had to work was a cause for concern, but as he revealed, they certainly didn’t let him down.

“My main concern was that the pitch renovations had to be completed within two weeks,” he added. “Souters promised me that the job would be done in that time and fair play to them - it was, and to an excellent standard.”

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A health check for trees

Apart from woodlands and timber plantations, most golf courses, sports fields and amenity areas will have a number of trees, typically individuals or in groups.

These are often taken for granted as part of the landscape. However, not only are they a valuable asset they are also a

responsibility. The landowner has a duty of care to ensure they do not present a danger to people, animals or property.

Cedarwood Tree Care will give independent and impartial advice identifying whether a tree is a potential danger.

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Souters

Makita

Snickers FLEXIWork jackets for superior freedom of movement

The Snickers FLEXIWork range of clothes takes working comfort and flexibility to a whole new level.

This is advanced workwear that features stretch fabrics and advanced body-mapping designs - just the job for the fast paced professional, who’s always delivering, always a step ahead.

The FlexiWork jackets are designed for ultimate flexibility and freedom of movement on site. There’s a selection of Stretch Jackets, Hoodies and Fleeces, plus a brand new Stretch Waterproof Shell Jacket.

It’s a 3-layer waterproof jacket with taped seams to give great protection from the pouring rain.

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Splash of floral colour at holiday hotspot

In Scotland, visitors and locals at one of Moray’s most popular holiday destinations enjoyed a splash of floral colour thanks to a trial carried out by the council’s Lands and Parks staff.

Earlier this summer, at the height of the holiday season, Euroflor urban flower seeds were sown on the esplanade overlooking the seafront at Lossiemouth and transformed the area with a riot of colour for all to enjoy.

“Our supplier was keen to see how the wildflower mixes would grow in the Scottish climate and the esplanade display has the distinction of being the most northerly in the country,” said assistant lands and parks officer Grant Speed.

Practical guide to planting on landscape sites

Plants and Planting on Landscape Sites by Peter Ralph Thoday is a practical book giving practitioners in landscape design the essential horticultural knowledge and concepts needed

to understand the limits of the material they are working with and make informed decisions.

“I have no hesitation in thoroughly commending this book in the expectation that many others will benefit from it” – Colin Brown, LanDesign Associates Ltd, Chartered Landscape Architects, UK

Enter the code CCPPL25 at the online checkout for a 25% discount before 31/01/2017 www.cabi.org/bookshop/ book/9781780646183

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Old Saltleians secure grant for Isekis

Old Saltleians Rugby Club, located in Birmingham, has received a grant of £5,000 from the Rugby Football Foundation (RFF), a Limited Company Charity set up by the Rugby Football Union (RFU) in 2003, to purchase grounds maintenance equipment for its 12-acre facility.

The club is one of the first in country to purchase the new tractor

from Iseki. The TLE3400 is part of the TLE Series of compact tractors and features a 38hp engine, a threespeed hydrostatic transmission system and a lift capacity of 1000kg, making it a powerful and versatile piece of equipment ideal for sports fields, schools and other grounds maintenance applications.

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“This type of display has advantages over the flower beds that we used to have in that, it is low cost, itakes only a few minutes to sow the seed and once

the seed germinates the flowers take care of themselves.”

Lossiemouth councillor John Cowe said the displays were a welcome innovation, all the more so since they were low cost and required little maintenance.

“That is obviously a major consideration given the council’s financial position,” he said. “Sowing wildflowers to brighten up their own areas is maybe something that local community groups could think about for next season.”

Euroflor urban flower mixtures have been used extensively throughout the UK and there over 25 mixtures to choose from.

Rigby Taylor, the UK supplier, offer a ‘Buy-to-Try’ Spring Discovery box that contain 10 x 50 gram sachets containing different Euroflor seed mixtures that can be sown to compare colours, growth habit and their

attraction to birds, bees and butterflies. Sown in the Spring will ensure colourful flowering right through until the frosts of the autumn.

NEED SPACE? HAVE SOME ON US.

A fully illustrate Euroflor brochure is available on request. 0800 424 919

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When it comes to getting more space, sometimes the answer is right before your eyes. With a 1.6 tonne body and payload allowance and 2 metre cab width, the Canter 3.5t gives you the capacity to carry heavy loads to places other Light Commercial vehicles can’t. All without a special driving licence or driver training. And now with more affordable parts, it’s better for business. It’s a win-win combination.

Explore space in more detail at canter.co.uk/space or call 0800 055 6050

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Secure and durable granite sett re-pointing

The granite paving through the Peace Gardens in Sheffield has been refurbished for Sheffield City Council using GftK’s vdw 850 Paving Joint Mortar from NCC Streetscape.

The Council’s Engineers and their Contractor found the ideal solution was the unique, epoxy resin bound sand based, vdw 850 Paving joint Mortar from NCC Streetscape. This also enabled

all of the work to be successfully completed without having to completely close any areas of the popular commuter routes through the gardens.

The surface was rinsed, dry brushed-off and within a short period of time reopened – also with no delays for cold or wet weather.

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A million reasons to have Green-tech on speed dial

Green-tech, the UKs largest stockist and distributor of tree planting products has launched its seasonal Tree Planting Packages brochure.

Green-tech has announced that the forthcoming tree planting season is off to a notable start with a marked increase in enquiries and orders. They are fully prepared for their busiest winter yet.

This will be the first full winter in their new premises at Rabbit Hill Business Park. Their warehousing capabilities are vastly increased on previous years and they are fully stocked to meet all orders.

Först distribution expanded into Europe

Redwood Global, manufacturer of Först woodchippers, has now expanded distribution of its market leading range of high performance and robust woodchippers into Europe following a period of significant growth.

The manufacturer has set up strategic dealer partnerships with industry experts in France, Norway and Denmark that will see arboricultural sales specialists solely distribute Först machines throughout the new territories.

In addition, Redwood Global as formed a subsidiary company (Först Gmbh) that is based in Germany to specifically meet significant customer demand in the country.

Först Gmbh and each dealership will distribute Först’s premium range of 6” and 8” wheeled, tracked and PTO woodchippers, all of which have a three year warranty as standard, offering tree surgeons, arborists and contractors complete peace of mind.

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Green-tech has more tree planting items in stock, ranging from the every-day equipment of tree belting and stakes to higher

specification tree anchoring and tree grilles and guards.

For this season Green-tech has introduced the new Defender Pro Shelter with stake. It is made from 100% recyclable UV stabilised polypropylene so suits the environmentally conscious project or client. It is heralded as quick and easy to install with ‘no ties’ staking and securing system.

It has an estimated 5-7 years life span and is designed to split open as the tree girth increases; also meeting the requirements of the budget conscious. Proving a popular product already, this is transported ‘flat pack’ enabling delivery at point of application.

Head of Sales, Richard Gill said: “We have over a million tree shelters in stock and are able to deliver on time, every time, no

matter where you are located in the country. This seasonal Tree Planting brochure lists all the tree shelter and stake packages plus the pricing of ancillary

products such as spirals, bamboo canes, weld mesh and root growth essentials.”

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Council boasts an all-red Toro shed

Only three years ago operations manager Kevin Matthews vowed to turn St Neots Town Council’s existing fleet of machinery Toro red, following the purchase of a CT2120, which impressed with its “superb” quality of cut.

In August Kevin accomplished just that with the purchase of two durable Groundsmaster 3400 out-front rotary mowers.

The Council, whose grounds team of nine maintains a range of sites in Cambridgeshire, decided to invest in new machines when assigned more grounds to cover. Kevin says: “We needed something robust and the Toro GM3400 ticks all the boxes.”

Kevin was convinced it would be the machine for the job after attending an onsite demonstration at Reesink Turfcare: “Seeing the GM3400 up close and having Danny Lake [Toro distributor

Reesink Turfcare rep] show what it can do made us realise just how brilliant it is. Reesink also managed to loan us a machine while our order was processed, which was an unexpected bonus!”

For Kevin, the main benefits of the machines include low running costs, reliability, ease of operation, ease of maintenance, and operator’s comfort. He says: “The machine is designed with the operator in mind, meaning my employees can be out all day and not suffer from fatigue.”

He goes on to say that with the GM3400s there’s “no need to worry about breakdowns because the reliability and build quality of these machines are second-to-none. Combine this with the back-up service from Reesink and you’ve got a world-leading formula.”

The GM3400s will primarily be used for Cambridgeshire County

Council’s roadside verges, where Kevin believes the machines will enable him to do the job efficiently and keep the grass looking beautiful.

This time round Kevin opted for the GM3400 because it’s as easy to operate as the CT2120, but it’s also a road-legal machine. He says: “The GM3400 came with a road-legal pack that includes lights and indicators, amongst other things. With this road

pack the GM3400s are not far from being cars, and I can relax knowing my employees are safe.”

All of this has transformed the work lives of the grounds team at St Neots Town Council and, thanks to their reliability and performance, Kevin feels certain he will continue to invest in Toro machines exclusively.

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Reesink

Green-tech

New anti-flyposting litter bin

Its traditional styling, makes it ideal for streets, parks, seaside resorts and local attractions.

The circular design of the Classic creates a robust structure holding 90 litres if waste. The secure locking lid comes with a stubber plate and double apertures providing easy ‘walk by’ access and is easily lifted off for emptying.

Includes empty ballast cartridge, gold or silver banding and steel liner. Available in a choice of colours (standard black base made from 100% recycled plastic - subject to availability), optional extras include a lock, personalised label and fire extinguisher.

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Happy Christmas with Hitchin market paving

The historic Hitchin Market Square paving in Hertfordshire was successfully refurbished and repointed with GftK’s vdw 850 Paving Joint Mortar seven years ago and is still going strong and ready for another busy Christmas. The project was completed on time and on budget, because

Putting city back on the skateboarding map

As skateboarding gets set to become an Olympic event at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Nottingham is looking to give the sport a new home in the heart of the city.

Work to build a brand new skate plaza at King Edward Park in St Ann’s isn’t just another building project. Plans put together in collaboration with community skateboarding organisation, Skate Nottingham, Nottingham City Council (NCC) and local contractor, Robert Woodhead Ltd, include influence from iconic parks around the world.

Designs have now been finalised by specialist skatepark design

firm, CANVAS, and work is set to start on the £80,000 scheme on Monday 14th November, looking to complete by Christmas. The project has been made possible thanks to WREN funding.

The new park will include inspiration from some of the world’s most iconic skate plazas.

From the John F Kennedy Plaza in Philadelphia to the city of Malmo in Sweden, which has gone from a city that once deemed skateboarders a ‘nuisance’, to one that is internationally recognised as a premier skateboarding destination.

PhotographybyTomQuigley

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Zaun beefs up Board

Three new directors have joined the Board after internal promotions at high security and perimeter systems expert Zaun.

The promotions mean operations, technical and sales and marketing are now represented at board level at Zaun.

Chris Plimley has stepped up to Sales and Marketing Director. He has been at Zaun for the past eight years, most recently as Head of Sales, after joining from Betafence where he was Major Projects Team Leader. Chris Rowen takes the role of Operations Director.. He is in

his second stint at Zaun having rejoined the business in 2014 in a projects and production manager role, seven years after leaving as design manager.

The Technical Director position is filled by accomplished engineer Roberto Garziera, who joined Zaun almost two years ago.

His background is in machinery and industrial product design and he holds a number of patents on products and solutions developed during his career.

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Hultons Landscapes completes Wright acquisition

Award winning landscape services business Hultons Landscapes has completed its acquisition of £2 million turnover Welsh firm Wright Landscapes for an undisclosed sum, in a move set to support its long-term growth strategy.

The acquisition will see Hultons expand its UK presence into North Wales, and follows its organic growth into the West

Midlands and South Yorkshire regions earlier in 2016.

Wright has 15 employees across offices in Wrexham and Alltami and its clients include local authorities, developers, contractors and architects. The business will continue to operate under its existing brand as part of Hultons Landscapes.

Hultons Landscapes Enquiry 37

Pitchmark reports SALTEX success

Pitchmark reported SALTEX 2016 as a great success for the company, building on the positivity generated from last year’s event.

There was a lot of buzz and interest around the Pitchmark stand both days, with the LineMaster GPS line marking system, LineFix sockets and

3-year machine warranties all proving very popular.

The demonstration area outside - a first for SALTEX at the NECworked well, with visitors getting a feel for the machines and even have a go marking out a line.

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New top dresser from Blade Machinery

Blade Machinery Ltd introduced ECOLAWN’S ECO250 Top Dresser to the UK turf care market.

The ECO250 top dresser was developed based on the company’s CEO Danial Cote’s own experience as a lawn care professional, the ECO250 spreader integrates features normally found in much larger

top dressing applicators. Affordable, versatile, reliable, and easy to maintain, the ECO 250 Self-Propelled Top Dresser is considered in both the USA and Canada as the best in its category for both residential and commercial use.

It is lightweight, maneuverable, durable and user friendly.

Blade

Toro LT-F3000 is twice the machine

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A new Toro attachment for the LT-F3000 triple flail mower was revealed for the first time.

The interchangeable cylinder attachment gives the front-facing triple mower the capability to cut two ways.

When it launched at SALTEX last year, the LT-F3000 from Reesink Turfcare offered a completely new cutting concept to triple mowing, giving users a chance to cut

longer, wetter and coarser grass in one sweep.

The new attachment only serves to strengthen that position by adding value and giving the machine a dual purpose – one machine can now do the job of two – and a machine that was originally intended as a flail mower can now cut as a cylinder mower with more power than its sister mower, the LT3000.

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Successful innovations from PSD Groundscare

PSD Groundscare featured some exciting new machinery including the Eliet Super Prof Max shredder which offers more power and larger blades to the existing iconic shredder.

Also on show was the AS Motor AS 940 RC ride-on mower which took center stage on our stand and on our demonstration plot.

There are always areas where mowing is unpleasant

or unsafe for the operator, including steep terrain, loose substrate, mowing under trees and bushes, along hedges. AS Motor has the solution - the NEW AS 940 Remote Control offers all the benefits of the standard AS 940 but with the option to convert to remote control with a 300m range when required.

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ECHO is the torque of NEC

This year’s ECHO stand had a theme of High Torque power, featuring the ECHO range of commercial grade high torque brushcutters.

Attracting a great deal of interest throughout the show, this new generation of brushcutter has a 1:2 gear reduction ratio to deliver up to 50% more torque at the cutting head, compared to

previous models. This means a high torque brushcutter provides the same cutting performance as a larger machine, but with a smaller, lightweight engine.

The event proved to be the ideal venue for the introduction of the first of ECHO’s new Lithium Ion product range which includes a power blower, hedge trimmer and brushcutter.

Delivering similar performance levels to that of the petrol counterparts, the Lithium Ion products have considerably lower noise and emission levels, making them ideally suitable for use in noise sensitive and emission regulated areas.

The other new product on display was the ECHO CS-2511TES Top-Handle chainsaw which

ECHO say has been designed with the professional arborist in mind. It is the lightest and most compact top-handle chainsaw in the ECHO range and as such can be used for longer periods without fatigue.

ECHO products are manufactured by the Yamabiko Corporation, a leading Japanese manufacturer of professionalquality, outdoor power equipment for over 60 years. ECHO are extremely confident in their machines, offering a twoyear professional warranty or five-year domestic use warranty, a clear testament to the durability of the equipment.

ECHO is distributed by Ariens Company Limited across the UK through a network of authorised, ‘bricks and mortar’ dealerships.

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Star Rubber provides an extensive range of innovative solutions

Star Rubber provide everything the safety surfacing community desire, from installing surfaces such as traditional EPDM, Tiger Mulch and Agri-Flex to supplying Tiger Mulch material to trained licensees as well as innovative Star Kerb, Star Covers and the tools needed to succeed in the installation of Wet pour. Testing all our products to the highest standards of BS7188 and BSEN1177 whilst using the strongest and most reliable binders available. This Reflects the reason all our surfaces come with a 5-year guarantee and the piece of mind the end user can enjoy environments safely.

Tiger Mulch/Agri-Flex:

Star Rubber is the UK’s only manufacturer of Tiger Mulch and Agri-Flex, durable bound rubber mulch and aggregate systems made from 100% recycled truck tyres combined with high performance PU resin. An ideal landscaping or play surface product that has been tested to the highest standards of BS7188 for Slip Resistance, rate of ignition, tensile strength and more and BSEN1177 for critical fall heights up to three metres.

Wet Pour:

Our Wet pour surface Safti-Top is a permeable surface perfect for every aspect of children’s play, installing graphics or using vibrant colours collaborated with the highest standard of certification means children have excellent entertaining areas to run and play whilst staying safe in the event of bumps and falls.

Quomps Splash and Play Park

Before the summer of 2016 Star Rubber Environmental Ltd took on the over haul of resurfacing both the main play park and the splash park on Christchurch quomps. Covering over 1200m2 and under tight time scales the team were hard pushed to design and carry out the resurfacing work.

‘Stretch Your Imagination, Let Us do the rest’

Originally the councillors were happy to settle with a surface similar to what they had before, block colours of blues, and greens. However with the large open spaces and idyllic location we were determined to achieve the ultimate ‘WOW FACTOR’ with;

• Raised and soft Sand dunes under the water jets

• Sparkling sand

• Kerbed and filled steps

• Flowing blue River surfacing linking play park to splash park

Using the highest quality materials and with a stretch of imagination the children in living and visiting Christchurch have one of the best and safest play spaces in the country.

With sand dunes doubling up as a raised area keeping kids out of the water, like an island, yet keeping them safe as its extra soft should there be any falls.

The Star Kerb was used with the EPDM, meaning the old problem of slippery steps; bumps and burses were no longer an issue.

“Cheers, it looks amazing…REALLY AMAZING”

Matthew Reeks, Christchurch and East Dorset Council

Star Kerb:

Star Kerb has been designed by Star Rubber Ltd to create the perfect edge for laying wet pour onto a hard surface, steering clear of the traditionally risky chase cut and totally irradiating the age old problem of thermal shrinkage. Providing a firm vandal resistant edge as well as a distinct clean finish to the surface, which also stands as a demarcation point for the start of the surface. Star Kerb can be used in collaboration with a new surface or also help repair existing surfaces.

Star Cover:

The Star Cover is a quick and easy solution for the use of surfacing over existing drains and manhole covers removing unsightly iron works and erasing the costly construction fees. This enables the original drain to remain fully accessible for maintenance, whilst punched wholes in the bottom of the drain cover increase drainage and greatly reduce pooling. Available in various sizes and depths the Star Cover is zinc and powered coated with a uniquely designed lifting system, which acts as an anti tamper and anti finger trap whilst a double rolled edge gives you a very soft feel under foot.

An all-in-one business management system

Evopos is built for modern business, using Microsoft .NET and SQL technologies.

It’s designed to be the complete solution for years to come for handling customer data, workshop service, whole goods, stock control, accounting, web integration and more,

Evopos has a simple interface which is easy to learn and consistent, we take great pride in its usability.

Evopos is scalable, made up of modules you can pick and choose, basically you are not going to pay for something you don’t need. Software that costs

less and does more. Key benefits include:

• Complete Customer order tracking

• Links to supplier price files, electronic catalogues and EDI ordering systems

• Price levels – Customer pricing

• Special and back ordering options

• Easy to learn and simple to operate

• Workshop history stays with the whole goods even if it is brought and sold to another

Stock Control is a key function, it allows you to target you slow and fast moving items, monitor stock levels and review detailed history to help you make sure you keep only the moving stock at the best prices.

There are various options to keeping accounts, Evopos has its own full integrated accounts package however if you would prefer to automatically upload to 3rd party accounting systems such as Xero or Sage, it is an option at no extra cost.

The workshop module will allow you to book in, and organize

The Grillo FD2200TS is revealed

Grillo has released their ultimate cut & collect out-front machine the FD2200TS.

This mower is the culmination of many years of development by the Grillo technical department and features many industry leading innovations.

Powered by the latest generation Yanmar 48hp 4-cylinder diesel engine capable of delivering high power in extreme working conditions and equipped with an automatic self-cleaning radiator.

An enlarged 50 ltr fuel tank means less stops and increased productivity.

Both the steering system and now the operator pedals are controlled

hydraulically dispensing with the old type rods and cables.

The huge 64 inch (162cm) high performance cutter deck is now hydraulically controlled for easy cleaning & maintenance plus height of cut is also now operated via hydraulic control and can be adjusted on the move.

Traction is through 4 hydraulic motors with auto & manual diff-lock with a built-in stability system for safe working on slopes.

A huge twin speed turbine powers the clippings into a 1400 ltr hi-tip collector fitted with a dispersal device for even filling whilst the blades are automatically stopped when the collector is full. The TS 2200 was engineered to be short and compact with a turning circle

of just 24 inches (62cm) which allows excellent manoeuvrability in confined spaces.

Operator comfort was not forgotten with the addition of a Grammar seat with air suspension and adjustable steering column. A useful addition to the TS is its

your engineers, allowing you to generate reports that can help you to improve efficiency and to produce time sheets, all leading to a better customer service.

Evopos is designed to work with barcode readers (EPOS), as well as reading job cards, orders, allowing you to scan items and whole goods, a one touch solution.

Over the last couple of years the Evopos development team have integrated Evopos with many online ecommerce solutions, such as Magento or Candy Press based sites. Users can now take advantage of an ecommerce site that is dynamically linked to the Evopos stock file.

Evopos is an extremely powerful business management tool that combines all the programs and features in to one easy to use package. Evopos will make your business more controllable and profitable, and with a low monthly subscription that includes support and updates.

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Etesia takes on environmentallyfriendly weed control range

diagnostic display which, when the ignition is fi rst activated, will run a check on all the machines functions before allowing it to start.

Of course, Grillo’s legendry ability to cut and collect in all weathers has not been compromised and is recognised throughout the industry.

Included with the machine as standard are a certified ROPS and full road kit.

For more information call 01889 569149 or visit www.grilloagrigarden.co.uk

Leading groundscare machinery distributor Etesia UK has taken on the distribution for the Oeliatec environmentallyfriendly weed control range in the UK and Ireland.

The Oeliatec Company, based in Brittany France, has developed machines for environmentallyfriendly weed control, without the use of any chemicals. Economic and ecological, Oeliatec offers you innovative weed control solutions.

Thermal weed control or killing weeds with hot water causes the explosion of plant cells and the breakdown of proteins. Hot water weed control requires fewer treatments compared to traditional chemical treatments and cost’s significantly less in comparison to other alternatives. All Oeliatec weed control machines kill weeds with 100% hot water by delivering an efficient low pressure treatment at temperatures of up to 120°C.

This destroys the cellular structure of the weed to kill off the plant. The intense heat penetrates deep into the root system killing the plant from the leaf down to the root. It is effective with all broad leaf plants and grass along with moss

and algae which can also be removed at the same time.

Etesia UK is confident that the Oeliatec products will prove just as popular among UK local authorities as the Etesia and Pellenc brands have been over the past twenty-five years. With five models available, customers will not only be able to control weeds, moss and algae but also remove graffiti and chewing gum from streets, paths and walk ways.

Commenting on the news that Oeliatec will be joining Etesia UK’s product range, Les Malin, operations director says: “Oeliatec is a superb addition to our already extensive offering, complementing our Etesia and Pellenc brands. We are extremely excited and look forward to working with Oeliatec to develop the business together in the coming months and years and further expanding the Etesia UK market place.”

Etesia UK has a comprehensive dealer network throughout the UK and Ireland where the Oeliatec products will be available from. However, specialist cleansing partners will also be recruited.

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GKB enhance turfcare range

GKB Machines enjoyed a busy exhibition with three of the company’s machines creating a draw to the stand.

On display were GKB’s Combinator, the Rotobrush and the Quick Clean.

The Combinator, now a wellknown machine in the UK, is designed to combine frase mowing and verticutting grass areas, typically sports

turf, removing and loading the complete upper layer of unwanted turf. On uneven surfaces the Combinator frase mower removes all irregularities for a perfectly level result. The cut material is loaded by conveyor belts to a trailer on the move.

A new machine, the Rotobrush RB120 is designed to rejuvenate and maintain sports field artificial turf and help keep it

in top condition. Dirt collecting between the fibres encourages algae growth and reduces drainage, causing deterioration.

The Rotobrush offers a quick and easy method of removing dirt in a single pass, with a closed deck to prevent loss of collected infill material, to bring a heavily compacted surface back to life.

Quick Clean is a threepoint CAT I/ II PTO operated machine for quick and thorough cleaning of artificial turf, sweeping up leaves, branches and dirt in a single pass. It uses a depth adaptable brush and shaking screen system to deposit dirt into a waste bin. The screens are interchangeable to allow filtering of different grain sizes such as sand, rubber, cork and TPE.

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New Holland showcases Boomer range

New Holland displayed two of its compact Boomer tractors during the exhibition.

With power outputs ranging from 27 to 47 hp New Holland’s Boomer range of compact tractors are the ultimate power

tools for landscapers and ground care staff.

The colour coded and clearlymarked controls makes Boomer tractors easy to operate, while the four-wheel drive provides the traction needed to negotiate

different terrains and difficult weather conditions. All models are easy-to-maintain and cost effective with 300 hour service intervals and a two-year warranty.

On the company’s stand, a Boomer 40 CAB was fitted with a Vredo overseeder, supplied by Campey Turf Care, and a Boomer 50 ROPS fitted with a TL350 Front Loader, supplied by Lynx Engineering, demonstrating the flexibility of the compact tractor range.

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John Deere shows new commercial mowers

John Deere is expanding its range of commercial walk-behind mowers with the launch of the new PRO 53MV model, which will be shown in public for the first time at SALTEX.

Featuring a steel deck, this robust and powerful rotary mulching mower is designed for use by local authorities and larger landscaping businesses, and addresses the need for reliable machines to cut longer grass less often.

Equipped with a Briggs & Stratton engine rated at a

nominal 3.2kW at 2800rpm and variable speed drive for maximum efficiency, the mower can easily tackle a range of conditions in grass areas of up to 5000m².

the latest version of the X950R rear-discharge diesel lawn tractor.

Kubota Engines announces major new partnership

Kubota, the globally renowned manufacturer of world-class oil and water-cooled diesel and dual fuel engines, has announced a new strategic partnership with engine and transmission specialists Mitchell Powersystems.

The agreement will establish Mitchell Powersystems as the official National distributor of Kubota engines in Scotland.

Mitchell Powersystems will provide Kubota’s current and future full range of oil and water cooled diesel and dual fuel engine solutions, along with delivering full customer care support services including the distribution of spare parts to

regional engine dealers, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and end user customers across a wide range of industry sectors in this key region.

Daniel Grant, Business Development Manager for Kubota’s Engines Division, commented: “This is a major investment programme by both parties specifically designed to increase Kubota’s market share and drive brand awareness in Scotland across a number of critical market sectors, including construction equipment, power generation, agriculture and materials handling.

“This partnership is all about strengthening our service

offering and proposition across Scotland by joining forces with one of the most reputable engine specialists in the country.”

Kubota’s range of oil and water cooled diesel and dual fuel engines are renowned across the globe for their exceptional performance, low noise, cleaner emissions and excellent fuel economy. Used in a wide range of applications, its products feature either Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) technology or Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) as an after-treatment solution and counter measures in reducing exhaust gas emissions.

John Deere will also be showing

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Otterbine jets in to Birmingham

Otterbine’s Fractional five-inone aerating system has the highest performance rate of any fractional aerator on the market.

Add to this the fact that it is efficient and cost effective to run and it’s easy to see why the Fractional is Otterbine’s best-selling aerator for maintaining water quality at healthy levels in small and medium ponds and lakes.

The Fractional is able to transfer an impressive 1kg/2.2lbs of oxygen per hp/hr and has a pumping rate of 115m3/ph. Added to this the spray can be quickly and easily switched between four different patterns, and into a horizontal mixer system, for maximum value and versatility. Improved serviceability, corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction and a two-year warranty further add to the value and longevity of this unit.

Joining the Fractional was the Concept 3, the aerating fountain that illustrates perfectly how industrial aerators can be practical and pretty. Designed to give the best of both worlds by offering function and beauty, this surface spray aerator can operate in as little as 75cm of water.

Holly Jones, Reesink marketing manager, says: “Otterbine products suit many purposes within the groundscare sector, whether cleaning large or small volumes of water or creating a water feature and Otterbine provides a versatile, costeffective way to prevent or treat poor water quality through efficient circulation, helping maintain optimum oxygen levels to keep water healthy.”

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DJ Turfcare enjoys more success

DJ Turfcare report a very good show and on display were the latest Bushranger Edger, the Atom Professional Lawn Edger and the Viano professional range of organic fertilisers.

The Bushranger Edger E35 is a robust machine specifically designed for local authority and contracting work and is powered by a 3.1hp Kawasaki FJ100 fourstroke OHV engine.

The low-noise edger features a ‘dead man’s handle’ for safety with reduced operator hand fatigue and has very low vibration boasting an Exposure Limit Value of over eight hours per day. The cutting depth has seven settings up to 72mm/2.85”

and the cutter head tilts left and right to provide several different angles for border edging.

For groundsmen and turfcare professionals looking to save time and increase profitability the Atom Professional Lawn Edger is a popular choice. With its easy manoeuvrability around bends and in tight corners it is lightweight and gives a fast cut along grass verges and lawn edges, curbs and gutters.

It may be light but it’s robustly built with a powerful 34cc Komatsu-Zenoah commercial engine and a four blade hardened spring steel cutting system. Low vibration helps reduce operator fatigue and the wheelbarrow

action makes cutting around obstacles and along walls and fences an easy task.

DJ Turfcare is the exclusive UK distributor of Viano organic fertilisers, comprising the Turf

Professional and Growers Professional ranges, together with the award-winning MO Bacter, the organic fertiliser for lawns and moss infestation.

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Cityscape Academy highlights new training courses

Cityscape Academy set out to promote its comprehensive range of bespoke training courses and packages for the landscape, amenity and construction sectors when it returned to this year’s SALTEX.

This included an Invasive and Injurious Weeds Skills course from BASIS and the City & Guilds PA6INJ qualification which is now mandatory for any

qualified herbicide operatives using stem injection equipment.

One key audience for Cityscape Academy at SALTEX was the public sector as more and more local authorities seek consistent and comprehensive training for their in-house landscape and amenity teams.

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CLS unveils landmark sports projects

Contracting specialists CLS Sports displayed some of the landmark work they have completed across the local authority, schools and sports club sectors nationwide in the year since their SALTEX debut.

As the company’s 50th anniversary in 2018 draws closer, CLS Sports celebrates the recent unveiling of Barnhurst Lane, West Midlands - a project that saw CLS Sport’s three divisions unite to transform a former waste

treatment site into a 10-hectare expanse of football pitches and environmental measures.

In Yorkshire, CLS Sports brought the Woodhouse Grove School training ground of Bradford City AFC back to life after severe flooding inundated the site last Boxing Day, restoring its FIFA2* and World Rugby specifications.

Meanwhile, grassroots football in the North-east advanced with the construction of a 3G synthetic

pitch and improvements to the match pitch at South Shields FC, work funded through the Grounds & Natural Turf Improvement Programme.

The North-west regional hub is helping CLS Sports increasingly influence the national sporting landscape as it deepens its connections with what is a rapidly evolving area of grassroots provision.

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AQUA-AID returns after a successful year

AQUA-AID Europe will be exhibiting for the second time after a successful 12 months of bringing their range of products to the UK and European market.

Following successful trials and meetings with product specialists at St George’s Park, AQUA-AID products, supplied by ProSport UK, will be used as part of the main consumables program at the Burton-On-Trent training base, and Wembley Stadium. The focus of which is to get more control over the moisture

levels on all facilities as well as to prevent black layer.

Visitors to the stand E100 will hear more about the sophisticated 3D technology within the OARS penetrating and hydrating surfactant range, which has made it an invaluable tool in managing the moisture level within the root zone. It is the only product on the market that performs a 3D action throughout the soil profile, making it the leader in its field.

AQUA-AID Enquiry 66

Pellenc launches Selion C21 HD Chainsaw

Pellenc has launched the Selion C21 HD chainsaw - the lightest professional pruner on the market at just 2kgs.

Pruning requires specialised knowledge and suitable equipment. Pellenc offers arborists a model that will meet their expectations in terms of weight, balance, manoeuvrability, and power.

Equipped with numerous innovations, the new Selion C21 HD chainsaw has an exceptional power to weight ratio and allows you to work without noise pollution, without pollution and with unmatched working comfort.

innovative safety features include: kick-back sensor

with electronic start-up; low kickback Oregon chains; selfdiagnostic system of the tool; and start-up trigger.

As with all other Pellenc products, the Selion C21 HD chainsaw uses the ultra-high capacity technology of the Pellenc lithium battery and guarantees non-polluting, odourless operation with quick start-up and up to one day battery life when fitted with the Poly 5 ULiB battery.

All Pellenc tools now come with a comprehensive three year commercial warranty as standard. Pellenc is sold exclusively in the UK by Etesia UK.

Townscape gives concrete the visual edge

Townscape Products is launching a pioneering new concrete casting service that enables images, designs and textures to be embossed into the surface of walls and pavements.

The process, which is new to the UK, was the brainchild of interior architect Samuli Naamanka who wanted to apply graphics onto large concrete formats and speed up the hand process.

As part of the launch, Townscape Products, which has manufactured concrete street furniture from its Sutton-inAshfield base for more than 40 years, has created a new division called Graphic Concrete HQ to

reach out to architects, designers and town planners.

Jonathan Goss, managing director of Townscape Products, said: “Concrete has recently experienced a surge in popularity in the UK, but as widely used as it is – concrete has never previously provided much artistic or creative potential.

“Using our new method however, architects and designers now have Carte Blanche to turn walls or pavements into unique pieces of art that lift their projects and give them a signature look. From a simple pattern or transfer to an intricate artwork or deep sculpting – the potential is limitless.”

Townscape has already supplied an eye-catching 40-metre long art wall in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, on behalf of Ashfield District Council, displaying photographs taken by students at Ashfield Academy.

Mr Goss added: “This innovative new product is ideal for local authorities, hospitals, schools

and colleges, residential developments, retail sites, transport hubs, workplaces and many other public locations.

“We have already taken enquiries from architects and designers across the county.”

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New mini Multihog launched at LAMMA 2016

With the launch of their latest innovative multi-purpose maintenance vehicle, Multihog has demonstrated once and for all that bigger doesn’t always mean better.

Measuring from as little as 1150mm wide with a low profile from just 1975mm high the new Multihog CX Series is testament to the times in that technology comes in ever smaller packages.

However, despite its compact size the machine packs a punch at 100 litres of hydraulic low per minute rivalling much larger traditional tractors units. In addition, the new CX Series has both a hydraulic feed as well

GKB Machines to stand alone

GKB Machines will be exhibiting for the first time on their own on stand A12, having enlisted the skills and knowledge of Tom Shinkins to increase brand awareness.

This year will see exciting new products to the range including a new line of top dressers, with capacity from 1.3m cube up to 5m cube you are sure to find a spreader to suit your needs.

Also on the stand will be the revolutionary sand-filler, which removes thatch and organic matter from fine turf areas 40mm deep and 40mm canters, collecting this material and then injecting sand in to the verticut lines.

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as a mechanical PTO shaft as standard adding to Multihog’s ever expanding versatility by enabling users to utilise a wider range of attachments than ever before. This is aided further with a standard 3-point linkage setup which was previously not normally a feature on most Multihog models.

Available with a 55 or 75HP engine ultra-fuel efficient and environmentally friendly Tier

IV final engine anyone with a standard UK driving license can comfortably travel to site on the public highway with road assisted suspension whilst moving at 40km/ph.

You can see the new Multihog CX55 and CX75 by visiting stand B44 at LAMMA from January 20-21, 2016.

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The Pot Company’s new fibreglass range

Though The Pot Company have supplied Fibreglass for some time, they have identified the need for more freedom in the choices available.

New for 2016 they have launched the Freedom Fibreglass range, not

only can customers choose their own bespoke shapes and sizes there is also a choice of seven finishes. These include a rust finish for customers who desire Corten Steel but have to consider weight issues, several metallic looks, two stone effect finishes and a beautiful copper blue. This flexibility allows customers to easily source planters to suit a wide variety of projects.

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CambridgeStyle Canopies range has it covered

CambridgeStyle Canopies design supply and install aluminum and steel canopies, bus, waiting and sports shelters and possibly the most extensive range of cycle storage solutions available nationwide. Having installed millions of pounds

value of our products to schools, hospitals and local authorities, Managing Director Brian Taylor is extremely proud of his company’s reputation for highest quality and standards of both products and service at very competitive costs and will be

pleased to help and advise new clients with new projects, be it schools, hospitals, sports clubs, or councils.

CambridgeStyle Canopies Enquiry 76

Makita introduces new mowers and line trimmers

Makita’s share of the grounds maintenance market continues to grow and recent launches include new cordless and mains powered lawn mowers, and cordless and petrol powered line trimmers.

The new Makita DUR184LZ, cordless 18v, two-speed linetrimmer features the latest Brushless motor technology for long run times and extended life, and in high gear will run up to 6,000rpm.

The motor is housed in the drive head and with the battery and electronics housed at the top

of the bent shaft, the balance of this trimmer is ideal. The conveniently placed trigger switch has a lock-off lever, 2-speed selector and constant speed control. If the trimmer is not used for one minute the power switch automatically shuts off the system.

The curved shaft keeps the cutting head parallel to the ground for accuracy and the ergonomic loop handle gives excellent control. The small line protector provides an excellent view of the cutting area and the shaft can be extended by 4” for

Bomford Turner leads the way

A leader in green maintenance technology for more than 100 years, Bomford Turner is recognised around the world for its high-performance hedgecutters, boom mowers, remote controlled flail mowers and cultivation machinery.

Bomford Turner prides itself on quality and innovationdelivering durable and productive machines that are a firm favourite

with farmers, contractors and governmental departments.

Key products include: reach arm boom mowers; reach arm boom mower attachments; remote controlled flail mowers; flail mowers and rotary toppers; forestry mulchers; and soil preparation machinery.

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extra comfort and control. This linetrimmer is supplied as a body only model.

Powered by the high performance Makita MM4 4-stroke petrol engine the new EM2511LH linetrimmer has a 42cm cutting diameter and weighs just 5.3kg. Running on straight unleaded petrol the 24.5cc engine develops 1.0 hp and the pressure fed oil lubrication system enables this trimmer to be used at any angle.

The MM4 engine has reduced exhaust emissions, low fuel consumption and low noise.

It is fitted with the reliable diaphragm type carburettor, auto decompressor and fuel primer pump for easy starting. The loop handle gives full control at any angle of use and the protector covers both metal blade and nylon cutting head.

Makita Enquiry 78

Face to face on the Memory Swing

Once again, Wicksteed has launched some very exciting new products this year, including the interactive Memory Swing which allows toddler and carer to swing face to face.

There’s the impressive looking Rope End Crusader Swing which can accommodate a few users at one time, challenging the older ones to get the swing in motion

whether standing or sitting on the coiled seat.

Brand new multi-plays include the XS Cyclone and Castle ranges and the DDA compliant stylish Swirl roundabout provides the ideal fully-inclusive addition to a play area. For more details go to www.wicksteed.co.uk

Wicksteed Enquiry 77

ICL to supply Bayer Finale 150

ICL continues to develop its presence in the landscape and industrial market sector with the announcement that they have reached an agreement with Bayer Environmental to be their working partner and exclusive supplier of Finale 150.

Finale 150 is a foliar contact herbicide manufactured by Bayer and contains 150g/L of glufosinate-ammonium.

This powerful and popular herbicide, that gained hard surface approval in 2015, is designed to provide a high level of control over annual and perennial grasses and broadleaved weeds and can be applied over a wide range of amenity and industrial situations.

Finale 150 is approved for use on natural surfaces not intended to bear vegetation, permeable surfaces overlaying soils, hard surfaces, along fence lines and in managed amenity turf for linemarking preparation. Finale can also be used for preparing sports turf for line marking.

ClearWater success in Scotland

ClearWater distributor, Turf Irrigation Services (Scotland) Ltd in Linlithgow has recently installed yet another of the acclaimed recycling systems in Scotland and on this occasion at Dunfermline Golf Club.

The smart installation, shown here, provides plenty of pressure from ClearWater’s effective pumps. Head Greenkeeper, Kenny Duncan said:

“I’m delighted with the new ClearWater system, it really makes a difference to wash-off.”

Turf Irrigation Services (TIS) under the leadership of Managing Director Quentin Allardice is proud of their association with Highspeed Group as distributor for ClearWater. Highspeed’s MD, David Mears said: “TIS is well known in Scotland for their water engineering and irrigation skills in the golf sector and beyond, so adding ClearWater to their portfolio made good sense. We are pleased with the progress they are making introducing and installing ClearWater in Scotland.”

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Pictorial Meadows turf makes an impact

Based on the same beautiful designed meadow seed mixes which Pictorial Meadows supplied for the Olympic Park – the new PM turf offers a quick and simple method of establishing a sustainable and impactful meadow; completely unique and different from other ‘wildlife’ and ‘turf’ products.

Developed over years of research this amazing new

product has only just become available to the UK market, where it is already in high demand from public authorities, private contractors and domestic gardeners. Available only from Pictorial Meadows, please place orders or enquiries to: 01142 677 635; or sales@pictorialmeadows.co.uk

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HighSpeed

TMSystem used on new robot fairway mower

The versatile ATT TMSystem has been used as a third party fitment by an equipment manufacturer.

This time Portuguese firm Turf Lynx has made the cassette system an integral part of its driverless fairway mower. It follows in the footsteps of US brand Cub Cadet that specify it on their Precise Path robot greens mower.

Seen for the first time in the UK at BTME 2016, the Turf Lynx mower is fitted with three individually controlled cutting reels in the form of

ATT’s SMARTCut cassettes.

The SMARTCut Cutting Cassette offers an unrivalled level of versatility and ease of maintenance with a bed knife adjustment to a fixed position cylinder to achieve consistency and quality of cut.

The SMARTCut cassette is available with 7, 11 and 14 blade options and gives a cutting height range of 1.8mm to 25mm (0.07in to 1in) to provide superb results in all situations. Using the appropriate chassis adaptor kit the cassette is fully compatible

New wide area mowers from John Deere

John Deere’s 1500 Series II

Comfort front rotary mowers are now available in the UK & Ireland, after being sold in a number of other European countries.

They are suitable for wide area mowing in the commercial, golf and amenity turf markets where operator comfort, high output mowing performance and uptime are key requirements.

Featuring a powerful Yanmar 49hp four-cylinder engine, hydrostatic four-wheel drive and diff-lock, a standard air suspension seat and a spacious operator platform with CommandArm armrest controls, the new 1505

and 1515 mowers are designed to provide a comfortable ride for all mowing jobs.

These professional front rotary mowers can be equipped with a choice of hydraulic side or reardischarge decks with working widths up to 3m (10ft), which are designed to cope with long, dense grass and uneven terrain.

A CrossCut function allows the operator to lift the deck just off the ground when turning, and a ‘smart’ weight transfer system shifts the weight from the mowing deck to the drive wheels for extra traction on rough ground.

with all main-stream makes of triplex greens mowers and lightweight fairway mowers, like John Deere, Jacobsen and Toro, to enable a complete replacement of worn out OEM units.

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Gianni Ferrari PG gets an upgrade

The Gianni Ferrari PG Ride-on mower has undergone some ergonomic improvements to increase operator comfort.

The upgrade includes a new electronic control unit with easy to read and water proof display, Iso-mounted footrest to minimise vibration to the

operator and control panel and levers positioned for easy use.

The workhorse is perfect for local authorities and contractors responsible for parks and public green areas where you can often find litter, dirt and grass clippings. Compact in size the 28hp 3 cylinder diesel engine

powers the combined action of the front collection deck and the suction turbine to clean and collect in perfect unison.

Other technical features which ensure smooth efficient operation include an ultra-efficient transmission system; the front axle consists of a differential assembly that connects two reduction gears in oil baths. An integrated collection system (suction turbine and collection hose are housed inside the traction unit) delivers trouble free, clean collection, with minimum fuss.

Rooftop hub decked out in Sadolin Classic

Terracing at an apartment complex in Birmingham has been restored to its former glory with Sadolin Classic.

The elevated deck serves as a community hub and meeting place for residents from surrounding apartments in the Digbeth area.

Its location, on the rooftop of a multi-storey carpark, leaves the terrace exposed to varying weather conditions and Optima Community Association - part of WM Housing Group – called on Crown Paints Specification Services to find a solution to preserve and protect the space.

Following a site visit, Sadolin Classic was specified for the project. A highly versatile woodstain ideal for decking, cladding and fencing, the product absorbs deep into the timber providing exceptional protection against the elements.

Paul Bowkett, Surveyor at Optima Community Association,

Polaris promotes a new GENERAL

Polaris has introduced the Polaris GENERAL, which they describe as ‘the most versatile side-byside ever built’.

Starting with a 100 horsepower ProStar 1000 engine delivering the most power and torque in its class, you can accelerate from 0-40 mph in 3.6 seconds, thanks to its power-to-weight ratio.

Yet the Polaris GENERAL also offers the biggest payload of 1100 lbs (498 kg) and a class-best 600 lb. (272 kg) dump box to get the job done. Factory-installed half doors with armrests offer extra protection from debris, and easy in-and-out, work-friendly cab access.

Ground clearance is best-inclass with 12 inches (30.48cm) unloaded and the dual A-arm

front suspension has a classbest 12.25 inches (31.12cm) of suspension travel and 13.2 inches (33.53cm) rear travel.

With more than 30 brand new Polaris Engineered Accessories and 90-plus common fit items available to customize or for utility use, it’s time to say goodbye to the old and say hello to the new Polaris GENERAL.

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has overseen the project. He said: “The restoration has taken no time at all and has gone really well.

“We’re more than happy with the product and the fact that the decking will be protected for a longer period of time.

“The invaluable knowledge we’ve received from Crown Paints has also been a major benefit.”

National property maintenance specialist Novus Property Solutions, carried out the application.

Revised seed mixtures offer improved fine turf performance

The introduction of new charttopping perennial ryegrass variety, Cabrio, into two of Germinal’s Grade-A seed mixtures offers groundsmen the option of tougher, harderwearing and more attractive fine turf lawns this year.

Cabrio is the latest addition to Germinal’s portfolio of perennial ryegrass cultivars and is now available for the first time as an exclusive component of Germinal’s ‘A5 - Cricket, Tennis and Tees’ and ‘A10 - Golf Tees and Divot Repairs’ seed mixtures.

With a class-leading fineness of leaf scoring of 9.2 and a mean

score of 8.3 as a new cultivar on Table L1 of the Turfgrass Seed booklet for 2016, Cabrio offers unsurpassed qualities including superb toughness, hard-wearing resilience and a year-round overall attractive appearance.

“The Grade-A range has been designed specifically by Germinal for use by professional greenkeepers and groundsmen,” Richard Brown, Germinal Amenity Sales Manager explains.

“These mixtures contain only the most vigorous and highly rated cultivars, resulting in a range of dependable mixtures that consistently deliver results time and again.

“The addition of Cabrio to A5 and A10 maintains this philosophy by offering greenkeepers, groundsmen and turf growers access to two significantly improved fine turf seed mixtures.”

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Synthetic success at Bloxham School

Tom Hall, deputy head groundsman at Bloxham School in Oxfordshire has reported excellent results from using SISIS equipment to maintain the school’s two synthetic sports surfaces.

Standards are extremely high, as you would expect at a school of Bloxham’s stature, and equally impressive are the first-class sports facilities.

As well as a plethora of grass sports pitches, Bloxham also features two synthetic surfaces, and to maintain these the grounds team relies on a range of SISIS equipment.

“Here at Bloxham, one of the synthetic surfaces is sand filled and the other is sand dressed. Predominantly we use the surfaces for hockey, but during the summer, we also have tennis, and in some circumstances we use it for cricket.”

“We use two pieces of SISIS equipment to maintain our synthetic surfaces - the SSS1000 Sweeper and the SISIS Twinplay Implement Frame, complete with a straight and zig-zag Brush.”

The SISIS SSS1000 is a tractor mounted sweeper which can be pulled by any machine. There are no tools required for the adjustment of the brush or the angle of the draw bar and to make storage easy the draw bar lifts to an upright position. With an aluminium hopper with stainless steel mesh, any infill that is collected when using the machine is returned back down to the surface leaving it free from contamination of debris.

The SISIS Twinplay tractor mounted implement frame can be fitted with several attachments for the maintenance of synthetic surfaces and Tom chooses to attach the SISIS straight brush and the SISIS zig-zag brush –which he claims “do exactly what they are supposed to.”

The final countdown begins for SIS Pitches

Luzhniki Stadium’s pitch in Moscow has been laid by British company SIS Pitches using the revolutionary SISGrass and was completed for handover earlier this month.

The brand new SISGrass hybrid surface will make the Luzhniki Stadium the most technologically advanced pitch in World Cup final history.

The laser-guided installation took just eight days to complete and boasts 95% natural turf alongside the 5% specially designed PE yarn.

The 2018 World Cup will be the first to have a SISGrass natural turf reinforced pitch and SISAir technology.

SISGrass is an advanced reinforced turf system featuring patented fibre injections, which offers increased pitch stability and delivers considerably more playing hours than natural grass surfaces.

SISAir is a revolutionary system that proactively manages soil moisture and removes excess water from the soil via a network of under pitch pipes that can blow hot or cold air depending on the climate requirements.

The SISAir system helps to optimise the root zone’s growing conditions and assists the promotion of healthier turf.

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The big pitch succeeds for ICL

Following a visit to ICL’s popular Pitch Focus event, Martin South – grounds manager at Sedbergh School in Cumbria - embarked on his own trials of ICL’s SeaMax soluble seaweed and ProTurf granular fertilizer.

Sedbergh is particularly renowned for producing some of the UK’s finest rugby players, including England captains Wavell Wakefield, John Spencer and Will Carling, as well as world cup winner Will Greenwood.

With the help of ICL’s Phil Collinson (technical area sales manager) and Henry Bechelet (UK & Ireland technical sales manager), Martin conducted a 16-week trial with SeaMax in

Rigby Taylor urban flowers reduce maintenance carbon footprint

The visual and financial success of a Rigby Taylor Euroflor urban meadow flower planting scheme at a public park in the West Midlands is spurring the local council to consider the further widespread use of the flowers for other open spaces and highway verges in the borough.

The planting of the Euroflor Sarah Bouquet urban meadow flower seed mixture not only created a colourful, months-long display of wildflowers that has attracted many complimentary

comments by visitors to the park, but the scheme has also generated significant reductions in the carbon footprint of the park’s maintenance regime.

Amey’s Solihull groundscare division – part of a nationwide, 21,000-employee operation is an established user of Rigby Taylor products, sourcing a wide range of consumables from the amenity specialist, including fertilisers and line marking paint.

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which he compared it to other seaweed products.

He sprayed the areas in exactly the same way, applying SeaMax at 1kg per hectare and the other products at their standard rates. Following Martin’s SeaMax trials, he decided to conduct another trial to make his own conclusions about ICL’s ProTurf granular fertilizer.

With SeaMax and ProTurf now featuring in Martin’s inventory, they join Primo Maxx plant growth regulator and Sierrablen Plus Active 18-5-18 fertilizer in playing a key part in maintaining the health and growth control on the sports pitches.

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PSD range will blow you away

from innovative

Leading Belgium manufacturer ELIET have developed a range of vacuums and blowers that includes leaf blowers, truckloaders, snow blowers and the Cameleon, a multi-vac that combines a vacuum with an optional shredder unit.

Innovative German manufacturer Koppl provides a range of multiattachment machines that can be fitted to a power unit and with over 50 attachments to choose from including weed clearance,

snow-blowers, snow ploughs and sweepers there is a solution for almost any groundscare requirement. The wonderful advantage of the Koppl range is the power unit can be used all year round with attachments to suit the season.

PSD Groundscare, are a leading distributor of professional groundscare machinery including mowers, brushcutters, shredders and scarifiers and our extensive range ensures every season is catered for.

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PSD Groundscare, a leading distributor of professional groundscare machinery, has an exciting range of robust vacuums, blowers and sweepers

European manufacturers ELIET and Koppl.

All-in-one solution for school

The SISIS Quadraplay single pass maintenance system has been praised by Tom Hall, deputy head groundsman at Bloxham School in Oxfordshire, for helping him to complete a range of tasks using just one machine.

The prestigious Bloxham School, nestled away in the idyllic North Oxfordshire countryside, boasts excellent sporting facilities spread throughout four spacious playing fields.

Each playing fi eld is required for different sporting events throughout the year – summer will see cricket and athletics, the Michaelmas term features

rugby and football with hockey predominantly played in the Lent term.

To ensure that the sports pitches are in the finest possible condition, Tom and the rest of the grounds team rely on the SISIS Quadraplay – a single pass maintenance system which incorporates a mounted frame for up to four implements and features a number of benefits.

Tom and the team use four specific implements which they attach to the Quadraplay - the slitter, the grooming rake, the roller and the brush.

Wiedenmann double for golf links

A club with a mission has invested in both a Wiedenmann Super 500 and a Terra Rake 2.3m.

Nairn Dunbar Golf Links has put in place a rough management programme with these two machines central to its success.

Richard Johnstone, Course Manager at the Highland club which lies on the headland just 20 minutes from Inverness airport, has a 2-3 year plan that will significantly thin the rough and give the course more definition, while noticeably speeding up play for members.

The Super 500 met Richard’s brief because it completes three essential processes in one

operation, flail mowing, scarifying and collecting the arisings.

The Terra Rake 2.3m with its aggressive spring tines is its perfect partner, loosening and removing debris from the bottom of the canopy in advance, while a champion scarifier in its own right.

The team of five at Nairn Dunbar are no strangers to the Wiedenmann brand having owned a Wiedenmann Terra Spike XP aerator for 15 years which is still going strong, reaffirming the decision for the new machines.

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New Holland renews specialty tractor offering

New Holland Agriculture introduces the new T4 FNV series of narrow tractors for orchards, vineyards and specialty applications.

The new range further raises the bar on safety with the new Blue Cab 4 system, on performance with the new engine and emission reduction system, and on productivity with a host of new features.

The four new tractor models combine New Holland’s bold tractor styling with a streamlined design that has been optimised for narrow rows. Sean Lennon, Head of Tractor and Precision Land Management Product Management, said: “The new T4 FNV and TK4 build on the illustrious heritage of New

Holland’s industry-leading specialist tractors.

“They are ideal for customers of all sizes, from small farms to large corporate agricultural operations, with labour intensive and high value crops, as well as non-standard agricultural applications that have very specific needs.

“These tractors put the safety and comfort of the operator first, taking them to new unprecedented levels.

“In particular, the BlueCab 4 on the T4FNV, which exceeds regulatory requirements by far sets new standards in the industry.”

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New electronic controls for E+S salt spreaders

As air temperatures drop and the first frosts and snow of the year arrive then grit spreading begins in earnest with the sight of spreaders becoming commonplace in towns and cities across the country.

The E+S range of salt and grit spreaders from Amazone has always offered impressive serviceability with its stainless steel hopper tip and the patented spreading assembly that can be removed for maintenance in seconds.

Now for the 2016 winter season the E+S is offered with three levels of electric control.

EasySetE+S Special - the n ew in-cab EasySetE+S terminal can be used to switch on the spreading operation as well as being able to adjust the spread rate including a ‘+100%’ button that gives an immediate boost

to the output for those badly affected areas of ice and snow.

The full EasySetE+S system offers all of the above plus the ability to alter the spreading width electrically also from the tractor seat via a second electric actuator for added convenience and flexibility.

Finally, AmadosE+S speedrelated spread rate control works when a more exact regulation of spread rate is important. The state-of-the-art AmadosE+S not only relieves the stress on the operator by making the use of the machine more comfortable but also gives improved flexibility.

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A BlueMotion version of the sixth-generation Transporter panel van is now available to order from Volkswagen Van Centres, adding impressive economy to the multi-award-winning van’s already long list of credentials.

The most frugal edition of the T6 short wheelbase panel van has at its heart the proven 2.0-litre TDI 102 PS Euro 6 common rail diesel engine.

Even in standard Startline form with five-speed manual gearbox, this van returned impressive

economy and CO 2 figures: 47.9 mpg and 153 g/km. The BlueMotion model is capable of returning 51.4 mpg on the combined cycle (a seven per cent improvement) and CO2 emissions reduced to 145 g/km.

The new Transporter BlueMotion has a gross vehicle weight of 2.7 tonnes, and a payload of 839 kg, which is up to 121 kg more than that of the short wheelbase T26 2.0-litre TDI 102 PS five-speed manual.

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Deltrak is the right answer for INEX Works

Following extensive product research Cumbernauld based contractors INEX Works have added a 38hp Kubota powered, Irus Deltrak remote control mower to their fleet.

Managing Director Alan Stevenson said: “We tested the Deltrak and it proved its value for our business in just twenty minutes. Capable of cutting at up to fifty degrees it dramatically improves operator safety and cut speed and quality have been a revelation.

“We had costed one job for three men, three days and two skips and the Deltrak did the work in three and a half hours with no skip. The mulching head is so efficient and effective we can cut up to thirteen km’s of overgrown pathway in a day and areas can be back to grass in just six weeks. It simply does what it says it does very efficiently.”

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New mid-duty compact tractor from TYM debuts at LAMMA 2017

Reesink Turfcare is debuting the latest addition to its comprehensive range of TYM tractors at LAMMA.

The new economy TE40 is, says the company, ideal for the priceconscious customer who needs a good rugged mid-range tractor.

The TE40 is powered by a 40hp three-cylinder, liquidcooled diesel engine, available with either a manual or HST transmission. It joins all the other models in the range with its hydrostatic power-steering for effortless manoeuvrability and a tight turning circle, plus heavyduty, four-wheel-drive front axle for greater traction where needed.

Suiting general grounds maintenance tasks such as clearing barns, it is a good choice for smallholdings and private homeowners looking for an economical and easy-to-use midrange compact tractor.

Joining the TE40 at LAMMA for the first time at the show is the T654. With an all-new 67hp Deutz engine with improved emission standards, the TYM T654 is a full-size utility tractor with more than enough horsepower for a wide range of jobs.

A good all-rounder it has a spacious operator’s platform with digital instrument panel

and accommodates a wide range of attachments and implements from front-end loaders and backhoes, to mowers, cutters and rotary tillers.

Completing the line up at the East of England Show Ground in Peterborough on 18 and 19 January 2017 are stablemates TS25, T293, T433, T503, and, finally, the T754, giving visitors to stand B119 a look at the smallest to the largest horsepower and plenty in between.

With the experienced Reesink Turfcare TYM team on stand to advise on everything from the most suitable machine for your specific jobs, to all the optional extras, and with TYM there are numerous, including optional heated and air-conditioned cabs for maximum operator comfort, and attachments such as loaders and backhoes.

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John Deere expands its use of Cesar

John Deere has announced that from now on, all XUV & HPX Gator utility vehicle models sold in the UK & Ireland will be factory fitted with the CESAR security marking and registration scheme.

According to the Metropolitan Police’s PANIU team around 200 Utility Trucks are stolen each year in the UK with approximately half being John Deere Gators. Many machines are ‘stolen-to-order’ and shipped abroad within hours of being stolen.

The offi cial CESAR Scheme, which is widely supported by trade bodies including the Agricultural Engineers Association (AEA), uses a range of security marking technology supplied by Datatag ID, including tamper evident plates, with a unique registration number for each piece of equipment, RFID tags, forensic DNA and Datadots to give each machine a unique fingerprint that thieves cannot remove.

Prestigious mowing from Major

The spectacular Sherborne Castle in Dorset was built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594 and has been the took delivery of a Major MJ70410 roller mower earlier this year for all the largest areas of grass cutting.

“We cut the grass twice a week in the spring and summer and then weekly throughout the rest of the year. So the stripes are kept

looking nice and sharp for all the events have,” said Tim.

T H White to distribute Spider slope mowers

Spider is now being distributed in the UK and Republic of Ireland exclusively by T H White Machinery Imports.

Specially developed for mowing in challenging, high slope environments, Spider remote-control mowers were previously distributed in the UK through Jacobsen on behalf of manufacturers Dvorak.

Now, they have been added to the impressive line-up of outstanding niche products for the professional groundcare market from T H White Machinery Imports.

Spider slope mowers are perfect for a wide range of applications involving steep, uneven or sometimes dangerous terrain. The machines are ideal for canal paths, airfields, reservoirs, landfill sites, motorways and railway embankments, brush clearance, cemeteries, golf courses, national heritage sites and more.

Operators can maintain a safe distance from any dangers and these light-weight machines are able to operate on inclines of up to 40 degrees. Add the integrated hydraulic winch and this increases to a market-leading 55 degrees.

emerging as the clear winner. “This is definitely the best mower we’ve had here, for handling and finished cut. I’d recommend this mower to anyone who’s got a large area of grass to maintain,” concluded Tim.

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Top of the tree

The latest top handle chainsaw in ECHO’s range of new generation chainsaws is now available in the UK.

The CS-2511TES is the top handle saw arborists and dealers have been waiting for. Weighing in at just 2.3kg (dry weight w/o bar and chain) it is ECHO’s lightest and most compact saw to date, highly manoeuvrable and easy to use for long periods with little fatigue, thanks to the compact design.

The engine produces 1.10kW to give the CS-2511TES a superior

power-to-weight ratio. The saw fits easily into the hand with its ergonomic contoured handle and patented palm rest for greater control and comfort.

The controls are positioned logically and are easy to use, while the attention to detail that includes a swing-out lanyard ring enhances balance and makes climbing easier. There are narrow louvers in the body to prevent ingress of pine needles and debris penetration into the engine compartment.

New Polaris dealer for Duns

The dealership, run by Dale Robertson, follows a thirty-five year family tradition with Reiver offering service and repair work, coach, taxi and self-drive hire.

A motor sport mechanic, and with his own Polaris in use on

It’s a Winner for Kubota

Winner Group, one of the UK’s leading plant and equipment hire specialists for the events industry, has strengthened its fleet of Kubota utility vehicles to meet increasing demand from the event hire sector.

The company has recently purchased another four Kubota RTV’s from its local dealer Rod Gaskin Ltd. The deal takes Winner Group’s total fleet of Kubota machines up to 45, and the business will be looking to

expand this further over the next 12 months.

Kubota’s powerful and versatile range of utility vehicles have been designed with a host of innovative and market leading features to maximise end-user performance and control. The range includes four models (RTV400, RTV500, RTVX900 and RTV1140) in a range of power outputs to suit the most demanding applications.

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his small holding and equestrian yard, Dale was familiar with the benefits and could see the potential in being able to supply the agricultural and gamekeeping community across the area stretching from Duns and Coldstream to Kelso, Jedburgh, Hawick and up to Galashiels.

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Latest Hire Products from Doosan Bobcat

Doosan Bobcat EMEA will be presenting the latest products for the plant and tool hire industry from the company’s Bobcat and Doosan Portable Power businesses at the 2017 Executive Hire Show in Coventry, England from 8-9 February next year.

Launched in 2007, the Executive Hire Show is the UK’s leading exhibition for the tools, equipment and plant hire industry.

Visitors to the Doosan Bobcat stand will see a display of Portable Power equipment that is representative of the many hire solutions available from Doosan Portable Power such as portable compressors, portable generators,

portable light towers and construction tools.

The stand will also feature the market-leading Bobcat ranges of micro- and mini-excavators, skid-steer loaders, compact tracked loaders and telehandlers. Completing the stand will be a display of attachments including the unique range from Bobcat, comprising over 80 different types of attachment for Bobcat loaders, excavators and telehandlers.

Doosan Bobcat Enquiry

New Harrier 41 Pro from Hayter

Hayter has launched its new Harrier 41 Pro, the only dedicated Professional 41cm rear-roller.

Ideal for maintaining smaller gardens and difficult to access areas whilst also providing the timeless, classic striped finish, this is an exciting addition to Hayter’s Professional range.

Available from spring 2017, the Harrier 41 Pro offers a cast

Aluminium cutter deck designed to withstand the pressures of professional mowing, and is powered by a Honda engine.

A high performance cut and collection system, designed using aerospace technology, ensures class leading performance in a variety of different environments year round. New patent pending Vari-Pitch™ technology varies the angle of the mower with the height of cut, increasing airflow and improving collection.

The mower can cut and collect or rear discharge grass clippings, and is equipped with a 60 litre grass bag. The Trim Side enables users to mow tight to the lawn edge and a split rear-roller allows turning without marketing the turf

The RRP is £855, including a two year commercial warranty.

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Campbell Plant Hire take delivery of the first

Volvo EW60Es

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Campbell Plant Hire Ltd has taken delivery of the first two Volvo EW60E compact wheeled excavators to be sold in Great Britain supplied by Volvo Construction Equipment’s utility dealer CS Machinery Sales Ltd.

The EW60E was unveiled for the first time at this year’s Bauma exhibition and heralds a re-entry to the compact wheeled excavator market for Volvo following a twelve year gap

when production of the EW50 and EW70 ceased in 2004.

Volvo Enquiry 117

ECHO Enquiry 112 Scottish Borders’ Reiver Garage Services has been appointed as a new Polaris dealer.

Hayter

Johnsons of Whixley supplies multi-million pound park

Johnsons of Whixley, the leading supplier of plants and trees to the amenity sector in the UK, has supplied a contract grow worth £138,000 to supply a historic park in Londonderry, Northern Ireland.

Brooke Park, located near the city centre, has recently been reopened after a £5.6 million regeneration project supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund, Derry City and Strabane District Council and the Stormont executive.

GB Landscapes, a 70-strong landscape contractor team based in Castlederg, County Tyrone - specialists in hard and

soft landscaping, construction works and commercial and public authority landscapingappointed Johnsons of Whixley to supply a variety of plants to the scheme. The contract included 13,000 shrubs, 14,500 herbaceous and grasses, 4,300 rhododendron and azalea, 1,300 roses, hedging and 130 trees.

Johnsons of Whixley Ltd is one of the largest commercial nursery businesses in Europe and a trusted supplier of plants and trees to the amenity sector.

Johnsons of Whixley Enquiry 135

Odds Farm renew play interest with Timberplay

Odds Farm in High Wycombe have renewed their play facilities with the addition of a brand new Timberplay play area, designed to complement their existing Timberplay water and sand play areas.

One of the largest farm attractions in the UK, Odds Farm consistently score highly on Trip Advisor and continually reinvest to ensure visitors return time and time again.

They seek to enhance their offering every year and this year made a significant investment with Timberplay to create an extensive adventure play area. This follows on from the creation of a sand and water play area, designed by Timberplay, which

was introduced to the site on 2014 and a toddler play area in 2013. This new play development expands the reach of the attraction to older children as it features more challenging equipment.

A complex configuration of equipment creates a play focal point, with walkways, rope bridges and slides selected to delight children across a wide age range. Climbing Walls, Jack Straw See Saws, Jumping Discs and Hexagonal Swings all also feature. All equipment has been selected to accommodate the large number of visitors that Odds Farm regularly gets during busy periods.

Tribute to the fallen

Britain’s largest poppy painted on a sportsfield helped launch a Royal British Legion `Live On` regional remembrance appeal.

A dedicated linemarking team from turf technologists Vitax Supaturf took two full days to create the eyepopping emblem, measuring an impressive 45m x 35m, on one of the football pitches at Rothwell Juniors

FC in Leeds. The poppy was applied in Vitax’s own red, green and black Stadia Colours linemarking paints. Those wishing to make a donation can visit www.britishlegion.org.uk where they can pledge cash to boost the Royal British Legion’s fundraising drive.

Timberplay Enquiry 136

Vitax Enquiry 137