Landscape & Amenity Product Update January 2018

National Lottery boost to innovate and improve parks

Groups and organisations are being sought to test innovative ways of managing the UK’s public parks following a £2m National Lottery funding boost for the Rethinking Parks programme.

Rethinking Parks – a partnership between Big Lottery Fund, Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and Nesta - has announced a £2m grant fund, matched by more than £300,000 in support from innovation foundation Nesta, which will learn from and share the most innovative and promising new business models for parks.

The new funding will build on learning from the first Rethinking Parks programme, which ran from 2014 to 2016 and involved a £1m investment into 11 park schemes across the UK.

Digital technologies are changing the landscape of how parks are

used and managed. For example, Bournemouth Parks Foundation (one of the 11 original Rethinking Parks schemes) combined an innovative operating model with testing how direct digital donations from park users, while physically in a park, could fund improvements.

Over 37 million people in the UK regularly use parks each year and 90% of households with children under five visit their local park at least once a month. Parks are important to wellbeing and community cohesion and are key to addressing challenges such as childhood obesity and climate change.

While 95% of park managers expect their revenue budget to be cut over the next three years, the State of UK Public Parks 2016 report found that partnerships and collaborative working – between local authorities, charities, funders, businesses and

Update on the withdrawal of iprodione based products

The EU’s Standing Committee on Plants, Animals, Food and Feed (SCoPAFF), has voted for the non-inclusion of iprodione.

This means that all products across Europe containing this active ingredient, including Chipco Green and Interface from Bayer, will be withdrawn from the market.

Bayer is working to the following timescales for the UK and Ireland, in terms of sell-out and usage periods of iprodione product based registrations: 5 March 2018 - sales of Chipco Green and Interface will cease and the three-month use-up period will commence; and 5 June 2018 - this is the last date for storage, disposal and use of any iprodione based products, including Chipco Green and Interface.

The loss of iprodione reduces the available number of fungicide groups for turf managers from

six to five. With other chemicals also due for assessment, a further reduction in the total number of products on the market for turf disease control is to be expected.

In light of this, Bayer’s new turf fungicide Exteris Stressgard, launched at BTME in January 2017, brings a totally new fungicide group to the market - SDHIs, and without this innovation from Bayer, greenkeepers would only have access to four fungicide groups.

“It’s important for turf managers to appreciate that the continued pressure on contact acting, chemistry will likely mean that they need to adopt a preventative disease control strategy, and Exteris Stressgard is ideal for this approach,” says Steve Bishop, Bayer professional product manager.

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park users – can play a key role in protecting parks by sharing resources and expertise.

Ros Kerslake, Chief Executive of HLF, said: “Public parks are not a luxury, they are vital to the

physical, mental and economic wellbeing of local communities. Rethinking Parks has already given local people, businesses and authorities the tools to explore and deliver innovative ways to manage and protect

parks for the future. This new round of funding will go further to help parks not only survive but to thrive.”

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Community rainpark wins top award at Landscape Institute Awards

Making the announcement at the LI Awards ceremony at the Brewery in London on November 23, President Merrick Denton-Thompson praised the

practice’s ‘exemplary approach to partnership working’.

The project is a community-driven scheme that sits between a school and two playgrounds in White City, West London. Previous road and parking facilities at the site made school pick-up and drop-off difficult, and caused crossing hazards for children. In addition, due to its location within

the famously capacity-exceeding Counters Creek sewer catchment, the road was highly susceptible to surface water flooding.

The finished project delivers a safe passage to school for children and a place for parents to meet, as well as a landscape that is resilient to unpredictable climatic events.

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Robert Bray Associates has won the 2017 Landscape Institute President’s Award for their work on the Bridget Joyce Square Community Rainpark project.

A new year always beings promises of opportunity and 2018 certainly offers plenty of hope for our industry. Following on from what was yet another challenging 12 months, the coming year provides us with a chance to build on a lot of the successes enjoyed during 2017.

Various stories in this issue signal just how far the industry has come and how well-placed it is to capitalise on the opportunities available. From our front cover story on the latest Lottery-funded support to parks, to the various award-winners featured throughout the magazine, our industry has every reason to feel optimistic. The University of Sheffield’s major landscaping conference taking place in a few weeks is another sign of a growing confidence.

In our Professional Groundscare supplement we not only preview BTME 2018, which promises to be one of the biggest ever, but also provide coverage for the wealth of expertise and world class products available in the UK. And a profile of synthetic turf specialists Replay shows how 21st century technology is helping to shape the industry for the better.

Indeed, the Professional Supplement itself is a sign of the continued progress the industry is making as we will be increasing publication to six times a year in 2018 to reflect growing demand and interest. None of us have time to indulge in any post-Christmas and New Year hangovers. There is so much work to do to build on the progress of recent years.

We look forward to catching up with many of you again at Harrogate for BTME’s exhibition and conference.

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Transforming the delivery of physical activity locally with £100m plan

Sport England has identified 12 places it will work with on a bold new approach to build healthier, more active communities across England.

Around £100 million of National Lottery funding will be invested in the pilot scheme over four years, to create innovative partnerships that make it easier for people in these communities to access sport and physical activity.

By focusing intensely in 12 areas, Sport England wants to identify better ways to address these stubborn inequalities and break down the barriers that stop people getting active, such as poor transport, safety, cost and confidence. And it wants to encourage wider, collaborative partnerships which look at how all parts of a community can better work together to help the most inactive.

From the transport links and street lighting to the quality of parks and open spaces, to how sport and activity is promoted by GPs. Partnerships will encompass organisations beyond the sport sector such as voluntary groups, social enterprises, faith organisations and parenting groups.

The 12 pilot areas are Birmingham and Solihull, Bradford, Calderdale, Doncaster, Essex, Great Exeter, Greater Manchester, Hackney, Pennine Lancashire, Redcar & Cleveland and Middlesbrough, Southall, and Withernsea.

Cllr Gerald Vernon-Jackson, Chair of the LGA’s Culture,

Tourism and Sport Board, said: “Councils are helping people get out and about and become more physically active on a daily basis, but we need support to look at what works best and has the biggest impact. These pilots offer a fresh approach to how Sport England can work with local authorities and their partners on the ground to reach out to the quarter of the population who struggle to be active.

“There is huge ambition within local government to break down the barriers for those in their communities who cannot take part in sport or physical exercise.

Sport England’s extension of these pilots from 10 to 12 will bring these benefits to more people and a greater chance to find out what really does and doesn’t work. Sport England’s strategy pledged to spend £130 million on these pilots so we will be seeking assurances that the £30 million not announced today will also be allocated to local areas as originally set out.

“Previous approaches to investment in sports participation has not produced the results hoped for and this new funding for 12 pilot areas is an opportunity to fundamentally rethink how we engage people in getting active, with potential to expand this to all council areas.

If successful, this will provide a major long-term cost saving for the country, preventing the need for treatment further down the line which places significant extra pressure on the NHS and social care.”

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Land Trust inspires giant leap in health and well being

The Land Trust charity is fast earning a reputation as one of the UK’s most successful ethical land management organisations.

Working closely with local communities, the Trust has engaged with a record number of people over the last year.

This was the upbeat message given to trustees and members at the charity’s annual general meeting by Land Trust chief executive Euan Hall. He also explained that another six sites had been added to the Land Trust portfolio, representing a total of over 2,300 hectares of green space now under the Trust’s management.

Nearly 55,000 people have benefited from joining in formal health activities or guided walks across the Trust’s 63 country

parks and estates, including three designated Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) – a 40 per cent increase on last year. This is in addition to the hundreds of thousands of walkers, joggers and families who visited on an informal basis.

Volunteers delivered 11,500 days of improvement works to

key sensitive environmental sites and the next generation were encouraged to explore the big outdoors, with over 7,500 students taking part in 300 separate education visits.

The Green Flag, a kite mark for well-managed green spaces, is already held by three sites at Beam Washlands,

near Dagenham, Elba Park in Sunderland and Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park.

This year they have been joined by Silverdale Country Park in Staffordshire – a regenerated former colliery site.

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Landscape50 conference to seek bold future for green spaces

The University of Sheffield’s Department of Landscape announces that registration is open for Landscape50, a landmark international conference that brings together leading thinkers and practitioners from around the world to set out a bold future vision for Landscape Architecture.

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This event presents a unique opportunity to hear from global leaders at the very forefront of the discipline, in a stimulating and dynamic environment.

Landscape50 features nine speakers that represent the broad multi-disciplinary nature of

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Landscape Architecture, and who have been responsible for shaping the agenda in their own fields of practice, research and ideas.

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Through a series of sharp, thought-provoking presentations, the speakers, who include Martha Schwartz, Majora Carter, Stig Andersson and Thomas Rainer, will show how Landscape Architecture and associated disciplines should be at the core of addressing major global challenges, such as climate change, population shift, and increasing urbanisation.

Director of Impact in the Department of Landscape, Professor Nigel Dunnett said: “Landscape50 is a wonderful opportunity to hear the viewpoints on the future of Landscape Architecture from nine outstanding speakers from North America, Europe and Asia, all in one place. This fantastic international panel

means that we will see an exciting ‘big picture’ view of the place of Landscape Architecture in meeting the serious challenges facing the world.”

Head of Department Professor James Hitchmough said: “Over the past 50 years we have grown from a niche player to a global

hub for Landscape Architectural thought and practice. To achieve its full potential we believe Landscape Architecture needs to think both strategically and at the large scale, and that’s what this conference is about.”

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Landscape50 celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Department of Landscape at the University of Sheffield, the first independent school of Landscape Architecture to be established in the UK, and now one of the leading Landscape Architecture research and teaching units in the world.

The conference takes place in the splendid surroundings of the Grade 11* listed Art-Deco Sheffield City Hall, centrallylocated in the city, on Wednesday 21st March 2018.

Perennial’s 2018 events get boost from Challenge Fencing

The range of exclusive garden tours run by Perennial through its special events programme will be boosted in 2018 by a new headline sponsorship agreement.

Challenge Fencing is getting behind Perennial to help deliver its exciting line up of events, ensuring more of the profits from ticket sales go toward helping Perennial support horticulturists in times of need.

The 2018 special events programme includes seventeen bespoke events across the country, many at gardens that are not usually open to the public, offering something for everyone who loves gardens and gardening.

Of particular interest are two private tours of Barnsley House celebrating 100 years since the birth of Rosemary Verey and an evening tour of the Windsor Castle Moat Garden. Also featuring is Great Fosters in Surrey designed by Kim Wilkie, the carefully restored gardens of Highnam Court in Gloucestershire and the Long Barn in Kent, a private garden designed by Vita Sackville West.

Chris Crooker, Events Manager at Perennial, said: “This year’s line up is diverse and interesting, offering visitors behind the scenes tours of some of the country’s most beautiful and interesting gardens.

“Perennial’s history is rooted in the great gardens of Britain and we are keeping those links alive through our annual events programme. All profits from the tickets sold helps Perennial support horticulturists in desperate need of support and through Challenge Fencing’s support this year we can ensure that more of the money we raise goes directly to the people who need it most.”

Perennial is the only charity dedicated to helping everyone in the horticulture industry and their families.

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SALTEX attendance continues to grow

An independent audit has confirmed that the combined attendance over the two day exhibition totaled an impressive 8,909 – the highest ever since SALTEX moved to the NEC, Birmingham.

After two successful days, the 72nd SALTEX exhibition came to a close on 2 November and was regarded by many exhibitors and visitors as a resounding success. The show’s debut year at the NEC

in 2015 saw 8,714 attendees, 2016 recorded 8,754 and this year saw a record 8,909 –which didn’t go unnoticed by exhibitors.

Johnsons completes supply to award-winning retail project

Johnsons of Whixley has completed the supply of a range of more than 20 varieties of shrubs and herbaceous plants to a landscape upgrade scheme at the

Glasgow Fort Shopping Centre. Following a competitive tender process, the North Yorkshire nursery secured the five-figure contract to supply more than

7,500 plants in partnership with commercial landscapers Grace Landscapes, based in Mirfield, West Yorkshire. Their work on the 5.6 ha site helped earn Grace Landscapes an award in the Soft Landscaping (£300k to £1.5m) category at the recent BALI Awards.

As part of an ambitious upgrade scheme, the two businesses worked alongside other partners, including property developer British Land and Landscape Architect McGregor Smith and main contractor McLoughlin Harvey to create a new identity for the facility. to create a new identity for the facility.

The landscape strategy was combined with a public art initiative to create a setting that reflects the character of the local area, including the surrounding Scottish woodlands, while encouraging visitors to spend time in the external, green spaces.

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sustainabilities’, Professor of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning at Tufts University in Medford, MA

Stig Andersson – founder of SLA Architects, renowned for his sensuous and poetic work

Majora Carter – Founder of Sustainable South Bronx and expert in public heath, poverty alleviation and climate change

Joan Nassauer – Professor in the School for Environment and Sustainability, University of Michigan

Thomas Rainer – Leading voice in ecological landscape

Landscape Architect, teacher and author

Mohan Rao – Principal designer of the leading multidisciplinary consultancy practice, Integrated Design (INDÉ)

David Sim – Creative Director at Gehl, renowned as an inspiring educator and lecturer

Martha Schwartz – Principal of Martha Schwartz Partners, Landscape Architect, urbanist and artist

Richard Weller – Chair of Urbanism and Landscape Architecture at the University of Pennsylvania, one of North America’s most admired teachers (Design Intelligence 2017)

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Iconic London landmark development wins Grand Award for Maylim

At the 41st BALI National Landscape Awards, BALI Registered Contractor Maylim received the coveted Grand Award for One Tower Bridge, a stunning mixed-use development directly adjacent to one of London’s most iconic landmarks.

The BALI National Landscape Awards recognise the excellence in landscape design, construction and maintenance, and in Affiliate customer service, achieved by Registered members of the British Association of Landscape Industries. 115 entries were received this year and 80 awards made.

The presentation of the Grand Award to Maylim’s Managing Director Thomas O’Mahony, was made by headline sponsor Green-tech’s Sales Director, Richard Gill.

VIP guests this year included Professor Nicola Spence, Defra’s Chief Plant Health Officer; Neil Parish MP, Chair of the EFRA Select Committee; Dr Phil Askew, Director of Landscape & Placemaking, Peabody; Martin Simmons, Director of Operations, Horticultural Trades Association; Daniel Cook, Chief Executive Officer, Landscape Institute; Matthew Bradbury, Chairman, The Parks Alliance; Sarah Morgan, Chair, and Craig Moyes, COO, Society of Garden Designers.

Maylim, who are based in North London, were awarded the Grand Award - BALI’s highest accolade

- at this year’s ceremony for their landscaping of the One Tower Bridge. The BALI Awards adjudication panel highlighted the company’s attention to detail throughout the project and their ability to overcome huge logistical challenges as key to their Awards success.

Although Maylim have undertaken numerous high profile projects, including Phase one of the Battersea Power Station redevelopment and work to extend Tate Modern, this is the first time they have entered a project into the BALI National Landscape Awards.

Commenting on the company’s achievement, chair of the adjudication panel Greg Allen said: “One Tower Bridge is a magnificent advertisement for British landscaping and Maylim is a worthy recipient of the 2017 BALI Grand Award.

“To receive the highest possible landscaping accolade at their first attempt is remarkable. This year I and my fellow judges were, once again, faced with having to select one scheme that shone out from amongst the other Principal winners that we had identified as truly exceptional.

“Our choice of One Tower Bridge as the Grand Award winner was unanimous and we applaud and congratulate everyone at Maylim for delivering a beautiful piece of landscaping artistry.”

Green Flag reveals Special Innovation award winners 2017

The Green Flag Award celebrates the very best parks and green spaces.

It recognises the huge efforts that staff and volunteers put into making their spaces welcoming and sustainable, whilst constantly looking to improve their sites now and for future generations.

The ethos of the award scheme is about sharing best practice across the sector to improve the whole nation’s green spaces. And the 1,481 English green spaces proudly flying their green fly are trying new ideas, taking risks, and involving others to improve their sites.

So each year the very best innovations occurring across Green Flag-awarded sites are celebrated with special awards. The eight 2017 winners.

• Mill Park Reserve, Northamptonshire

• Kings Park, Nottinghamshire

• Oasis Community Garden and Orchard, Nottinghamshire

• Hampstead Heath, London

• Broadwater Park, Surrey

• Jephson Gardens and Mill Gardens, Warwickshire (pictiured)

• Hastings Country Park, East Sussex

• Alexandra Park, East Sussex.

From log-cabins created from natural materials to spreading the word about pollinators, and from involving local school children in designs to making facilities accessible to all, these awards celebrate the fantastic ideas being implemented in green spaces across the country.

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ISEKI UK & Ireland launched as part of major investment

The launch of ISEKI UK & IRELAND is an exciting development showing great investment and commitment by ISEKI in these key markets.

ISEKI UK ltd is a company formed with investment from ISEKI for the sole purpose of distributing the ISEKI range of products and growing market share and sales in the UK & Ireland Markets.

For the last many years, the ISEKI product line has been distributed in the UK and Ireland by Ransomes Jacobsen operating out of their facilities in Ipswich Suffolk. ISEKI would like to sincerely thank Ransomes Jacobsen for all their hard work and dedication over this period and look forward to building on this foundation.

The new ISEKI company will also be based in the Ipswich area and joining ISEKI UK in the new year as Managing Director will be ex-President of Jacobsen, David Withers.

Withers is well known in the industry having served for many years at Ransomes and Jacobsen and more recently working as a business consultant in the golf industry.

“I started working with Iseki when the product line came to Jacobsen in 1996 and have always enjoyed being involved with such an exciting and reliable product line. When ISEKI outlined their strategic vision of getting closer to the customers by investing in their own distribution in the UK it made sense to me” said Withers, who went on to say “I am really looking forward to joining Iseki UK in the New Year to head up this exciting new venture”

Kazuya Tani the European Managing Director of ISEKIsaid: “This is an exciting time for ISEKI we will be investing more in marketing and promotions of the ISEKI brand and want to see a wider acceptance of our products through expanding our markets served and getting more share from existing customers.

“The commitment of ISEKI to the UK Market will be significant and we trust that the market will react positively to this approach.”

More information will be issued over coming weeks and no changes are anticipated to the current dealer network.

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Jacobsen showcases the new AR series and TR series at BTME

IOG recommends 2.5 per cent pay rise for grounds staff

The Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG), the leading membership organisation for everyone involved in the management of sports pitches, landscape and amenity facilities in the UK, is recommending a 2.5 per cent increase in grounds staff’s national minimum salary bands for 2018.

But the IOG also advises that a 2.5 per cent increase would, in real terms, equate to an increase of just 0.1 per cent when the projected Consumer Price Index (CPIH) is accounted for.

The new Jacobsen AR and TR series replaces the existing AR-3, TR-3 and Tri-King machines.

Created with usability in mind, the new machines are built on a common platform, and are offered as standard or premium models.

The AR321 (standard model) and AR331 (premium model) are 3WD rotary triple mowers featuring 24.8hp Kubota diesel engines. The TR320 (standard model) and

the TR330 (premium model) are triplex cylinder mowers.

As one of the groundcare industry’s major manufacturing companies, Textron Golf will also be showcasing other mowers and aeration equipment from Jacobsen plus Cushman utility vehicles, Iseki tractors and turf maintenance equipment from the Turfco and Ryan brands.

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However, the IOG says the increase would: maintain a sustainable pay structure for all grounds staff; account for inflationary pressures; and ensure grounds staff pay is in line with overall market trends. Most pay awards in the private and leisure sectors are predicted to be two to three per cent in 2018.

Based on independent, industrywide research, the IOG recommendations also suggest a two per cent extension to the top of each pay band, to allow for greater professional development and to reward experience.

These bands reflect minimum recommended basic salary payment and are based on a 37.5-hour week. Bonuses, overtime and subsistence payments have not been included and are therefore additional.

The IOG also recommends that employers ensure they meet their obligations in terms of maintaining a healthy worklife balance and ensure fair payment for overtime worked –by agreement about the balance between overtime pay, time off in lieu or flexible working.

Regional pay allowances continue to be incorporated into the salary bands and the IOG recommends that higher cost areas of the country should make salary awards at the upper levels of the bands. It is expected that the recommended minimum pay rate for a groundsperson in London should be £20,000 –though there is an expectation that most in this category would already be paid above that, in line with previous recommendations.

Heyland celebrates 42 years of success

Heyland Marine is celebrating 42 years of supplying Small Craft of Distinction to the Industry this year 2018. To celebtate, Heyland is launching a new versatile, small boat that will be of great benefit to sole contracters having to work on inland waters maintaining, clearing, planting, rescuing animals and enjoying Lakes and Ponds.

The LANDSCAPER Boat is made from a rot and knock proof material, the fabric is recyclable. So easy to use, this small boat

can be wheeled straight out of a work van and into the water by contractors, saving much time and effort. She comes complete with oars rowlocks and wheel.

Heyland Marine supply a vast range of craft, aluminium punts, pretty row boats, hirecraft, fishing dinghies and lake and pond boats, as well as personal buoyancy aids, wooden oars, electric motors, trailers and marine accessories.

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A mower that tackles so much more. So you can mow less.

With its innovative triple flail cutting system, the highly productive LT-F3000 makes light work of longer, wetter and coarser grass, so you’ll save time and money mowing less frequently. And the new cylinder attachment provides a finer finish when needed, too! What more could you ask for from just one machine?

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Snickers’ new allround 37.5 Insulator Jacket

Sharp, stylish looks and marketleading 37.5® fabric technology make this jacket a must for winter on site or outdoor leisurewear.

Snickers Workwear continues to lead the way with working clothes that are unrivalled in design, superb functionality and fit.

This great-looking quilted jacket is padded with 37.5 ® fabric insulation for warmth and climate control to keep your body warm or comfortably cool when you most need it.

With a water-repellent fabric, it can be worn on its own or combined with other Next Generation working clothes such as Base Layer fleeces and shirts or Outer Layer waterproof Shell Jackets.

Fashionable and functional, this jacket has long arm cuffs with

thumb grips for warm comfort and a high collar that delvers extra wind protection. It’s also got stretchable side panels in for comfort and flexibility with Cordura-reinforced elbows for durability and reflective arm details to provide enhanced visibility for personal safety.

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Makita’s site in Glasgow has a national role

Makita UK has opened their first regional Factory Service Centre (FSC) & Training Academy in Glasgow’s Govan commercial district to support the rapidly expanding market penetration of Britain’s number 1 professional power tool range in Scotland and Northern England.

Whilst this new facility is already providing a valuable regional role the FSC has already been awarded the national responsibility for the secure environment of servicing Makita’s comprehensive range of dust extraction machines.

To carry out maintenance or repair functions on an extractor approved for use with Class L, M or H dust particulates, the repair facility must protect both the technician working on the machine as well as the workshop environment from dust

contamination should material escape from the extractor. The FSC facility will now handle all dust extraction servicing for the brand right across the UK.

The Factory Service Centre & Training Academy covers nearly 1000m³ on South Street in the G14 area and delivers technical repairs and maintenance services for the full range of Makita products, including all mains and cordless construction machines, and the rapidly expanding range of grounds care tools, including petrol engine products.

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Future Turf Managers selected for Ryder Cup experience

Jacobsen and BIGGA have chosen a team of Future Turf Manager Initiative (FTMI) graduates to join the course maintenance team for the 2018 Ryder Cup at Le Golf National in France.

One delegate from each FTMI in the past five years has been selected to volunteer at the event, with one more person due to be chosen from the FTMI class of 2018.

The chosen BIGGA members are:

1. Leigh Powell, Windlesham Golf Club (FTMI Class of 2013)

2. Peter Moore, The Wentworth Club (FTMI Class of 2014)

3. Gavin Neill, St Andrews Links Trust (FTMI Class of 2015)

4. Richard Johnstone, Nairn Dunbar Golf Links (FTMI Class of 2016)

5. Adrian McCullough, JCB (FTMI Class of 2017)

Jacobsen and BIGGA have worked closely with Alejandro Reyes, Golf Courses and Estates Manager at Le Golf National, to provide this potentially careerdefining opportunity for BIGGA members for the very first time.

Next year’s delegates were recently announced, and the 20 BIGGA members selected to take part will attend the threeday event at Jacobsen’s HQ in Ipswich from 6-8 March 2018.

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Safeguard serves up an ace for Surrey tennis club

Ease of use, durability and value for money drove Horley Lawn Tennis Club to choose Roxil Wood Protection Cream from Safeguard Europe Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing and waterproofing technology – to treat its clubhouse, built in 2015.

The club’s shiplap exterior needed protective treatment according to the supplier, National Stables, after two years.

David concluded that Roxil Wood Protection Cream, which

only requires one coat, lasts 10 years and can be applied by either brush or roller, was ideal and so it proved. The club’s 10 volunteers took just a day to apply the cream to what Johnson believes to be about 172m2 on a building measuring 19m long, 9m deep, and about 2.5m high, except at the ends and middle where it is nearer 5.5m high.

Ideal for protecting fences, decking, sheds, furniture and wooden buildings, Roxil Wood Protection Cream is a silicone cream emulsion that invisibly waterproofs softwood and so boosts resistance to warping, decay and rot, and cuts mould and algae growth.

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expectations the new offering includes pebbles, cobbles and rockery in marbled tones, ebony black and duck egg blue.

The new selection also features modern statement pieces such as the Riviera Marbled Monolith and the Tumbled Sandstone Stepping Stones.

Platipus Direct has arrived

Platipus has launched a new UK online sales platform “Platipus Direct” in response to requests from Landscape Contractors and Garden Designers. Murielle Jayer, Tree Systems Manager said: “The new online shop has been developed so that customers can select and order from the largest range of professional tree anchoring and irrigations systems, at a time that is convenient to them.

“Providing customers order before 11am, products will be delivered the next working day, to a UK Mainland address. There is also the added benefit of free delivery if an order exceeds £300 (Ex VAT)”.

Since pioneering the very first underground tree anchoring system in 1983, Platipus have continued to innovate and now supply high

quality tree kits and tools for every planting situation. This latest development is simply a modern advancement to help customers navigate their way easily to any Platipus tree anchoring solution, at any time, 24 hours a day.

Customers will continue to receive the same excellent standard of customer service and support expected from a manufacturer with over 30 years’ experience, either through the Live Chat online or Freephone Hotline 0808 169 5060.

Customers who already have an account or new customers that would prefer to speak directly to a member of Platipus Landscape Team can use the same Freephone Hotline number.

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Haddonstone launches new Box Planter and Heritage Planter ranges

Haddonstone, the UK’s leading manufacturer of fine garden ornaments and architectural stonework, is introducing two new collections of stylish planters – the Box and Heritage ranges.

The Box planter range is contemporary in design whilst the Heritage planter range is more traditional featuring raised moulding detail. Both ranges come in three sizes –small, standard and large. All three sizes in each range are manufactured in Haddonstone’s

TecLite material to ensure stone thickness, and consequently weight, is kept to a minimum.

Although TecLite closely resembles traditional cast stone and natural stone in appearance, the use of thin wall construction and Glass Fibre Reinforced Concrete (GRC) technology means the component weight is reduced by approximately two thirds when compared with similar Haddonstone pieces.

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The Talasey Group reveals new products for 2018

The Talasey Group, the UK’s leading independent supplier of landscaping solutions is encouraging customers to order its 2018 brochure, which is available now.

The brochure is the first ever produced under the new company name, the Talasey Group. On January 1 2018 the Talasey Group became the new trading name for Natural Paving Products (UK) Ltd.

The entire Talasey Group encompasses all its products brands, Natural Paving, Vitripiazza, Baksteen, Pavetuf, Resiscape and Luxigraze. To support its 2018 brochure, the company is delighted to also announce its new website is now also live. The 2018 brochure is available to download from the new site and available on request from the Talasey Group’s main headquarters in Doncaster (call 0330 333 8030).

Representing the very best in natural stone landscaping materials from across the world, the Natural Paving range continues to be one of the company’s most popular brands. The extensive range of natural stone flagstones is split across a number of collections including the ever-popular Premiastone,

Cragstone and Classicstone ranges. The company’s Fossestone block paving collection, its Cobblestone cobbles and a selection of walling options known as Cottagestone are also included in the Natural Paving collection.

There is also the addition of a new colour in the Premiastone collection, a lightly flamed granite flagstone known as Silver Ash. The company has also added a new style to its Classicstone collection, known as Yorkshire Blend. A traditional blend with a naturally riven finish, Yorkshire Blend displays a similar colour palette to the distinctive ‘York

Stone’ with varying grey and buff blends.

Already one of the company’s signature ranges, there are also six new additions to its Vitripiazza collection. These true Italian vitrified porcelain products represent the highest quality porcelain available on the market. The company has added Avorio, Bronzo and Pantera to its Anno collection and Moda, Elegante and Classe to its new for 2018 Stile collection. Comprising of a selection of full-bodied Italian porcelain, Vitripiazza offers 26 different colours across 8 ranges, with a wide selection of accessories.

University enrols Aggregate Industries for first class work

Aggregate Industries has supplied a mixture of concrete and gravel aggregate for De Montfort University (DMU) to remodel and landscape Mill Lane, the main thoroughfare in the heart of the campus.

The contract, awarded by Balfour Beatty, saw Aggregate Industries supply concrete for the development, which has created a visually impressive area of public paths and seating in the main area of the university. The Mill Lane remodel, which was completed

by Aecom Landscaping, a leader in beautiful, contemporary landscape architecture, required 400m 3 of Artevia colour concrete, and golden gravel aggregate, to create a visual and structural layer design.

Artevia was not only selected as a complimentary product to enhance the ‘streetscape’ design pallet, but it offered the necessary durability required of a concrete being used in a heavily foot trafficked environment.

To meet the expectations of DMU and Leicester Council, Aggregate Industries worked in partnership with Aecom Landscaping to help design the slabs for the development at every stage of the process from concept to installation.

This included the specification of bespoke concrete mixes, logistical planning to acquire the highest quality materials to optimise the aesthetics and onsite technical support during the installation of the ensuring the chosen material

would deliver an aesthetically pleasing construction. Aggregate Industries’ Artevia, is the perfect material for projects like Mill Lane, making it possible to create different visually appealing design textures and colours, and contrast with other materials or surroundings. It is low maintenance, and naturally slip and skid resistant, making it ideal for busy thoroughfares such as a university campus.

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This year also sees a new product range for the Baksteen brand, the company’s range of cosmopolitan handmade Dutch clay pavers, which are typically thin rectangular shaped pavers. The new Dutch Square range for 2018 offers five colour options in a new square format ideal for pathways, drives and edgings.

Further cementing the Talasey Group’s position as the onestop shop for all landscaping needs, the new brochure also features the company’s Luxigaze artificial grass and accessories.

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FEGGA sustainability statement pulls no punches

Following leadership from The Federation of European Golf Greenkeeper Associations, greenkeepers all over Europe have come together in a pledge for responsible and sustainable golf course management.

All of FEGGA‘s 22 European national greenkeeping organizations have agreed to promote and endorse a clear, detailed and ambitious strategic vision that embraces golf‘s potential to produce multiple benefits for nature and man. Included within this collaboration were representatives of the R&A and the GEO Foundation, and the result is the FEGGA Statement of Responsible Golf Course Management.

“To put this Statement into context, many ordinary people throughout Europe in the course of their everyday lives have major

concerns relating to consumption of energy & resources, and the release of particulates and emissions,” says FEGGA board member Paul Worster, himself a Golf Course Manager.

“We are all familiar with the terms climate change and global warming and every industry is required to deliver a clean and non-polluting service. However, very few regular golfers would have any concept of any standards within the Golf Industry to prepare a golf course for play, each and every day. The Statement sets these out and looks for ways to improve.”

According to FEGGA Board Chairman, Kamil Pecenka, the purpose of the FEGGA Statement is not to rigidly dictate to every greenkeeper how to do their job. Rather, the aim is to communicate the job that is

done, and the solid reasoning and environmental principles behind it. The Statement is to give guidance and direction to the greenkeeping team, and is to be regarded as a tool with which to communicate with members, visitors and owners.

The FEGGA board aims is to translate the document into all the member Associations native languages, and with six completed 2 of which are available to view below, a real positive start has been made. This will certainly allow the document to reach more people, and for them to see the commitment FEGGA is making once again to Sustainable Golf Course Management.

Another build on to the document is to make it electronically interactive, providing links to simple but important information

and guidance for greenkeepers and golf clubs to help them with their own journey of sustainable management. It then becomes a real resource within the FEGGA toolbox.

FEGGA Executive Officer Dean Cleaver says that FEGGA plans to continually build on this initial statement and include case studies from successful projects and working practices. “We will not pull any punches here.

“As well as inspiring our people to improve environmental performance, the package needs to be a sensible, useful, practical working guide as to how to make improvements, and how to answer questions and scrutiny from those who pay for the maintenance of our courses. In short, we need to be credible and convincing and the document needs to be exactly that.”

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Les Malin appointed managing director for Etesia UK More playing fields safeguarded by Sport England

In his third successive promotion, Les Malin has been appointed as the new managing director of Etesia UK with immediate effect.

After starting his career in the farming industry at the age of 16, Les moved into the groundscare industry in 1993. He joined Etesia UK from Amazone in 2000 as area manager and was appointed general manager in 2006. He quickly became an influential figure within the company and in 2014 he was promoted to operations director - a move which saw him become the company’s first ever UK director.

Following the retirement of Etesia SAS president Patrick Vives In December, the board and shareholders unanimously decided to promote Les to the position of managing director.

Throughout his tenure at Etesia UK, Les has seen the company grow into one of the most innovative manufacturers in the groundscare industry. What started as an unknown

company with just one product, Etesia now boasts an extensive dealer network throughout the UK and has added to its wide portfolio of products after becoming exclusive distributors of Pellenc battery-powered tools in 2010 and the Oeliatec environmentally-friendly weed control range in 2017.

Les has been instrumental in helping the UK become Etesia’s third largest market behind its homeland France and Germany – which certainly is an achievement considering that

Etesia now has a presence in over 40 countries.

Commenting on his promotion Les said: “It’s an achievement and an honour and I’m very grateful for the opportunity to prove myself.

“My aim is to try and help the business continue to grow and show the shareholders that we can do what we need to do and make it work for them.”

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New figures from Sport England reveals its role as a statutory consultee on planning applications has protected 1,138 out of 1,200 playing fields.

In many cases, Sport England not only secured playing fields but improved the facilities.

Councils are required to consult the organisation on any proposed development that would affect or lead to the loss of a sports playing field. Sport England objects to all applications unless the developer can prove it will improve or protect sports provision.

The figures show that in 2015/16: • 95% of concluded planning applications resulted in improved or safeguarded sports provision

• In 46% of cases where we originally objected to an application, our intervention and further negotiations led to an overall improvement of the site

• Of the 120 applications where we objected to

applications, 49 were either withdrawn by the applicants or refused planning permission

• Despite our objections during the planning process, 62 applications (5%) were approved by local planning authorities.

“Playing fields are a vital part of grassroots sport as they are often the place where young people have their first experience of sport and develop habits that will help keep them active through life,” says Sport England’s property director Charles Johnston.

“That is why our statutory role is so important. I’m pleased the latest figures show that the safeguards we have in place are continuing to work.”

Sport England’s Active Places data shows that across England there are 21,866 playing fields, containing a total of 70,381 pitches used for sports such as football, rugby and cricket.

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ClearWater sees sales expansion at home and abroad

The ClearWater washdown water recycling system is continuing to open up new markets with most recent export deliveries to California and The Netherlands.

Riding high on the success of UK sales this year, Acumen Waste Services Ltd. has supported marketing initiatives for the brand which are bearing fruit, not only at home but abroad too.

ClearWater, already with two distributors in mainland Europe,

covering Germany, Switzerland, Austria and France, is keen to develop this market. The sale of the first system recently in The Netherlands exemplifies this commitment.

On the opposite side of the Atlantic, and in the important USA market, a system has also recently been installed at Napa Valley Country Club in California.

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Fleet finance helps upgrade at Galway Bay

Designed by former Ryder Cup and World Cup golfer Christy O’Connor Jnr, Galway Bay Golf Resort at Renville near Oranmore is not a links course, but is described as ‘parkland by the sea’, with the stunning backdrop of Galway Bay and the rugged curves of the Atlantic coastline always in view.

With the club approaching its 25th anniversary in 2018, it decided that its ageing John

Deere course maintenance equipment fleet needed replacing.

Many of the machines had been acquired over 10 years ago in the club’s first substantial deal with local dealer Mid West Mowers at Glasson, near Athlone in Co Westmeath, and Damien Coleman was happy to negotiate a new package with the same dealer.

The new package included two John Deere 7500A PrecisionCut

fairway mowers, a 2653B PrecisionCut tees & surrounds mower, three TX Turf Gator utility vehicles, a 2030A Pro Gator and a

Water made irrigation ready by Otterbine at equipment testing centre

Otterbine’s High Volume aerator has been installed in the golf practice area in The R&A’s Equipment Testing Centre at Kingsbarns, Scotland, to keep the water well-aerated and the build-up of algae to a minimum.

Paul Kimber from Kimber Golf, golf course architect and contractor working with The R&A on the facility, says: “Otterbine was considered a good choice to aerate the water for irrigating the practice area, based on the good company it keeps under Reesink Turfcare distributorship.

“Reliable after-sales service was important and we know through our work with Reesink and its Toro products this is what we’d get. Otterbine is providing us with the high quality solution for an important client we would expect.”

And that solution is clean and healthy water. Callum Oliphant, managing director of Applied Irrigation, one of Scotland’s leading irrigation specialists, who worked with The R&A and Kimber Golf on making this product choice, says: “Irrigation is vital to keep the greens in the best condition so tests can

be performed on a true playing surface and clean healthy water is essential for that. One pond feeds the entire underground irrigation tank so we knew the product we chose had to be able to shift a good quantity of water.”

Otterbine is the only manufacturer to have oxygen transfer and pumping rates independently tested and published on its aeration systems with the High Volume offering the highest in the industry.

Moving an impressive 3.3lbs or 1.5kg of oxygen per horsepower hour and pumping over 900GPM

Kubota is top of the class at Merchant Taylors’ School

Kubota UK’s partnership with Merchant Taylors’, one of the ‘Great Nine’ schools of England, is going from strength to strength after the school recently replaced, on a contract hire agreement, 13 of its machines for 13 new machines through George Browns, the UK’s largest Kubota groundcare dealer.

With 285 acres of pitches, lakes and woodland to maintain, and a campus that boasts first class facilities, it is vital that Merchant

Taylors’ ground maintenance team have the most reliable, hard working and best performing equipment on the market.

The responsibility of the maintenance and upkeep of this vast rural estate is led by grounds manager Richard Ayling, who has been working at the school for almost 23 years.

“The purchasing of the machines was straightforward after taking different factors

into consideration,” he said. “We need machines that can perform to the highest standards. Reliability is also important to avoid any costly downtime and the machines we use need to be comfy and simple to operate so my team can carry out their work efficiently. That’s exactly why we chose Kubota.”

The school’s recent order includes two of Kubota’s market-leading diesel-powered RTV-X900 utility vehicles, three petrol-powered

RTV-500s and two commercial mowers, the Kubota G21 ride-on and out front F3090. Richard also purchased a number of Kubota’s popular L Series mid-sized tractors, including two L5040s and an L5740.

The STW34, B2050 and M60 Series tractors completed Richard’s fleet replacement programme.

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or 198 m 3 /hr, Otterbine’s experience is obvious in the performance and results of the High Volume. Constructed from stainless steel, thermoplastics and with a rugged low speed motor, this system is built to deliver results no matter what the aquatic environment.

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3045R compact tractor equipped with an H165 front loader.

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ICL fit for a King at Radley College

Adam King, Grounds Manager at Radley College in Abingdon, Oxfordshire has reported excellent results from ICL’s ProTurf and Vitalnova Stressbuster - which he says have helped him improve the health and presentation of the school’s vast array of sports pitches.

Adam has been at Radley for 17 years, and is responsible for the maintenance of the huge 800 acre site which includes a tenanted farm and a 9-hole golf course as well as the numerous natural and synthetic pitches. Sports played at the College include rugby in the Michaelmas Term, hockey, rowing and football in the Lent Term and cricket, rowing, lawn tennis and athletics in the Summer Term.

“We have 694 boys at Radley and sport is a major part of their life,” says Adam. “The campus is incredibly busy and the pitches are in use all-year round. We host 26 rugby teams, 16 football teams, 22 hockey teams and 24 cricket teams each year.”

Adam has a large team to help him with the mammoth work required to keep the facilities to the impeccable standards expected by Radley College. There is a total of 18 grounds

staff including Adam, which consists of eight groundsmen, two greenkeepers and seven gardeners.

The team has strict maintenance procedures in place and, according to Adam, ICL products play an integral role.

“I have a long history with ICL and I have always found the products to provide consistent results.

“What I like about ICL is that, as a company, they are always looking ahead, always developing new products and adding to the stable of quality products. For what we need to do and what we need to achieve at Radley, no matter what the time of year – whether it is relieving turf stress or making grass grow, whatever you need ICL has, and you know that the products perform as you would expect.”

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Irrigation best practice at Trentham Golf Club

Implementing moisture level monitoring, updating controllers with the latest software and frequently applying evolving course setup conditions to your irrigation programmes, all contribute to responsible and sustainable management of your golf course.

Ed Stant, course manager at Trentham Golf Club near Stoke-on-Trent, explains how recent changes to his irrigation management are paying dividends.

“We opted for the intuitive Toro Lynx control system with 170 Infinity series greens, approaches and surrounds sprinklers,” he said. “Having the right technology greatly aids professional irrigation management, but getting the most out of it is a skill in itself, and for me it all starts with monitoring soil moisture levels. I use a HH2 Moisture Meter probe and its readings depends on what irrigation I apply.”

Knowing the exact conditions your turf’s health faces will lead to more informed and ecological decisions, as you will only use the water needed to sustain it. Couple this with an intuitive control system which can be accurately tailored to precise conditions and requirements, means you have even more control over water consumption and sward health. This is integral to good irrigation practice as every area of turf can be different.

“We’ve also put a lot of time and effort into killing the coarse rye grass around the greens surrounds and that meant a lot of specific watering of the affected areas,” he adds. “Being able to water-in just the top-dressing or apply water where overseeding and spreading herbicide, has greatly aided the process, allowing us to also be far more water efficient than we could have previously been.”

Another factor contributing to improved efficiency and one of

Adding to this efficient irrigation at Trentham Golf Club is the fact that the club is also sustainable. At the same time as the irrigation system installation a 42m borehole was put in and seeing as the club does not exceed its limit, it means free water for irrigation purposes.

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Tildenet Group appoints James Hollingworth

James Hollingworth has joined The Tildenet Group as Product Development Manager working across all their brands.

With over 12 years’ experience in the garden sector James has made the move from his previous

role as Buyer at Suttons to work on a number of new projects at Tildenet.

James Hollingworth said: “Product has always been a passion of mine and I am excited to join the growing Tildenet team

in this innovative role and have the opportunity to be involved with the development of products across such an extensive range.”

Andrew Downey, Tildenet Managing Director, added: “We’ve had another fantastic year at Tildenet and are delighted

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to have James on board to help maintain the high standards we expect of our products and develop the many exciting plans we have for 2018.”

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Ed’s highlights with the new system and sprinkler set-up are separate surrounds sprinklers.

Acumen ClearWater to unveil new initiatives

Acumen Waste Services Ltd, with ClearWater and other Highspeed Group brands under their belt, is investing in development and growth of these important facets of their expanding organisation, with BTME 2018 being a major priority.

BTME is important to Acumen’s aspirations, especially as those operating in turf management are key customers.

Visitors will not be disappointed when they visit AcumenClearWater in Hall C, Stand C12. Staff will be on hand to help and advise and a mini ClearWater display unit will be there to demonstrate new features and benefits. Of real interest to most however, will be what is on offer:

Enabling customers to act swiftly to meet legal requirements, ClearWater is being offered with: a competitively priced genuine water recycling system; a cost saving “self-install” option with ClearWater carrying out commissioning; usually saves £2 –3K on total costs; the opportunity to write off 100% of total investment against taxable profits in the year of purchase under the ECA (Enhanced Capital Allowance) scheme; and new finance options; helping spread the financial burden.

Then there is The Prize Draw. This exclusive show promotion, drawn on the last day of BTME, will award a ClearWater system to one lucky winner.

Leading edge products are a cut above

The CubCadet INFINICUT and ATT TMSystem can offer tangible benefits to the management of fine turf surfaces.

Established as easily the best triplex and light fairway cassette system available, as well as the most technologically advanced mower on the market, visitors to stand M7 at BTME 2018 will be able to familiarise themselves with both products.

Unlocking the full potential of all main-stream makes of triplex greens mowers and lightweight fairway mowers, the unique ATT TMSystem

AQUA-AID EU BV Display the benefits of Verde-Cal G

Aqua-Aid Europe BV are returning to BTME for the third time in January to demonstrate the power of Verde-Cal G against black layer and the benefits of WormPower Turf.

Common golf course issues such as compaction and thatch are tackled using machinery, but the causes of these problems can be tackled and

prevented using Verde-Cal G and WormPower Turf.

Following the REACH preregistration process after the successful introduction of the AQUA-AID product lines, all individual products have now been full registered with the ECHA to follow the REACH guidelines; this ensures availability of our products after

the impending new legislation becomes effective.

Verde-Cal G uses gypsum and thCa to remove this layer and provide a healthier root zone with no surface disruption. Detailed information on Worm Power Turf will also be available on stand B37.

continues to be utilised by astute Greenkeepers the world over to maintain fine turf.

For those turf managers that wish to perform the same maintenance tasks with a pedestrian mower, the TMSystem can be coupled with the highly-regarded CubCadet INFINCUT mower. The entire INFINICUT range uses lithium power and has class leading vibration and noise data resulting in a comfortable user experience.

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New John Deere Gator debuts at BTME 2018

John Deere’s new HPX 815E Gator utility vehicle will be making its public show debut.

This latest diesel powered Gator shares its new styling with the XUV 855M model, which replaces the 855D.

The HPX 815E is ruggedly designed for a range of transporting and general materials handling duties in any outdoor environment. Powered by an 18hp 854cc engine working through a two-speed high-low continuously variable transmission, this two-seater vehicle is available with true ondemand four wheel drive and is

capable of travelling at speeds of up to 25mph.

A simple dash-mounted electronic rocker switch controls an auto-locking front differential for extra traction when needed in challenging conditions, or to maintain two-wheel drive for lighter turf operations, for example. Additional standard features include a 12V DC outlet, all-wheel suspension and steering, front and rear hydraulic disc brakes, a rear diff lock and an integrated four post ROPS canopy with door nets.

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Special secondary school gets basketball court

A basketball court at a Hampshire special school is up and running after a £4.4m project of remodelling and refurbishment.

The main works were completed in August by W Stirland, a privately-owned construction company near Chichester.

They involved the conversion and extension of the existing Victorian school building at Linden Education Centre in Aldershot, creating teaching accommodation for 92 secondary age pupils who are unable to attend main stream school because of emotional or behavioural reasons

Farnham-based PRO Fencing, the fencing division of WL West & Sons Ltd, installed the

basketball court using 3m-high Duo8 steel fencing from Zaun Ltd, with matching 1.2m-high spectator railings to one side.

Duo8 forms a robust play area that is highly durable, low maintenance and ‘graffiti-proof’, and rubber inserts between panels and posts to keep ‘rattle’ during play to a minimum.

Linden Education Centre caters for students aged 11–16 whose behavioural problems have resulted in them being permanently excluded from a mainstream school, or who are in danger of being excluded.

The aim is to re-integrate students aged 11–14 into a mainstream school. Older students, especially those in Year 11, invariably complete their education at the centre before moving on to further education.

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Rear mounted grass shredder with hammer knife version available. Working widths available from 1.4 to 2 metres.

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Kubota’s enhanced machinery offers turf professionals more

Kubota will be showcasing a number of exciting new and enhanced machinery ranges at BTME 2018 as it continues to keep the needs of turf professionals at the heart of its product innovation.

Visitors to the show are encouraged to drop by the Kubota stand to see a host of market leading and high quality groundcare equipment designed specifically to offer greenkeepers increased levels of performance.

New for 2018, the ZD1211 will be on display and has been designed to meet the ever-changing needs of turf professionals, delivering exceptional quality, performance and durability for its users.

Visitors to the stand will also get the opportunity to see the new B2 Series compact tractors, featuring Kubota’s unique bi-speed turn innovation to provide operators with a much tighter turning circle, advanced manoeuvrability and reduced turf damage. Also on display will be Kubota’s current extensive range of front, walk behind and ride-on mowers, as well as an RTV-X900 utility vehicle.

A number of live social media Q&A sessions will be carried out during the event, so be sure to visit the Kubota UK Facebook page (@KubotaUK) to submit your questions.

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BLEC majors on Multiseeder

Fully established as a trading division of Charterhouse Turf Machinery, BLEC will be returning to BTME 2018 with their range of specialised landscaping and turfcare equipment.

A particular highlight for visitors stopping by stand B38 will be the updated BLEC Multiseeder.

The Blec Multiseeder (BMS) is an ideal overseeder for working on both fine turf and amenity type areas. The updated models feature all new seed ratio and seed feed systems which offer the user incredible accuracy.

The twin spiked front rollers can be fi xed or left to fl oat, taking undulating surfaces

easily in its stride while an optional spiked rear roller can be added should the operator wish to further increase the holes per square meter.

For those who prefer a pedestrian unit, the BLEC Cultipack Seeder will also be on show.

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Waste2Water bring back finance offer

The two-year interest free finance offer on Waste2Water’s Recycling Wash-Off Systems will return at BTME for 2018.

Waste2Water will finance your extended payment terms ourselves so there’s no paperwork and nothing to sign, just eight quarterly payments.

The company will be on stand B46 to view the system on show and work out a deal.

The Waste2Water Recycling Wash-Off System ensures full compliance with the new environmental legislation and reduces water usage by around

90% too. The above-ground system allows easy maintenance and the innovative design enables the system to be installed outside

and used all year-round without the risk of freezing.

The first step to solving any turfgrass problem is to identify the issues affecting it.

Next, it’s essential to understand your needs and requirements before giving any advice and support.

Then, and only then, can a structured plan be built to improve plant health and turf quality.

But that’s not the end.

Our support continues with weather information via ‘weathercheck’ - a forecasting package tailored for the turf industry and mapped to your specific location.

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ICL stand is the place to be in Harrogate

Stand B54 at BTME 2018 will once again be the place to be. Visitors can expect to learn about innovative new products and find out about exciting new Turf Rewards developments – and of course enjoy a much needed coffee from the ICL barista team.

The ICL stand will feature the Vitalnova range of biostimulants with a specific focus on Stressbuster. Visitors can find

out more about the product and just how it has taken the industry by storm since its launch last year.

In further exploring methods to improve the health of a course then visitors to the stand may also benefit by learning more about Banner Maxx II, full information can be found on the Syngenta stand.

BTME attendees will also be able to pick up the new ICL 2018/19

Product Guide which features an up-to-date portfolio including some new and unique products and services.

ICL is a long-term supporter of the Continue to Learn programme and has once again teamed up with BIGGA to provide the ICL Continue to Learn scholarship.

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Richard Peel Groundcare return for second year

Peel Groundcare Ltd (RPGC) are exhibiting at BTME 2018 for the second time as the contractor homes in on the golf market following great success across other areas of sports turf.

The cornerstone of RPGC is using the latest and most innovative machines available to the industry to provide the best quality contracting work possible. This methodology has seen growing success in the golf market, with multiple contracts being completed in 2017.

Appealing to the specific needs of customers has led to fantastic results at many projects in 2017, including the installation of sand-banding on 14-greens at Dyrham Park Golf and Country Club to aid the primary drainage system, and several aeration projects using the Air2G2 Air Inject and Verti-Drain, top dressing and drainage works.

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New generation Mechrons take a bow

BTME 2018 brings the first opportunity for UK ground and turf care dealers and end users to view the new generation of Kioti Mechron diesel K9 2400.

The homologated K9 2400 replaces the original 2210. Keeping the work horse characteristics the K9 2400 includes modern styling, a 10% increase of engine horsepower using a Kioti 3 cylinder engine and a 30% increase in braking performance.

The new model incorporates a bed liner and optional cabin half doors. Stop start characteristics are also improved with changes to the design of the CVT clutch.

Operator comfort has been a major consideration throughout the design process. This is proven with amongst other features; Double wish bone shock absorbers for the front suspension to give additional strength and a smoother ride, a tilting steering wheel and high

visibility digital dash consul, reduced vibration and noise.

Kioti UK will also display four tractors from their wide range of high specification well designed Compact tractors. Each model will be equipped with a set of specialist wheels ideal for the majority of standard and speciality turf care applications.

Kioti UK look forward to seeing you on their stand M1 in the main hall.

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Trilo present solutions for turf and waste management

Following the recent news that €1million has been invested into streamlining their manufacturing facility, Trilo will be returning to BTME with their range of solutions for turf and waste management.

As thoughts start to turn to spring maintenance, Trilo will be on hand to discuss scarification requirements with their S-Line verti-cut and collect range range, as well as their selection of VCU verticutters.

The adaptable and versatile Trilo S3 and S4 units find a

natural home on the golf course. The S-Line range, available with hopper capacities of up to 20m 3 , is available with a dedicated verti-cut shaft, ideal for scarfication amd collection over large areas such as fairways.

For smaller areas, Trilo’s portfolio of scarifiers contains four straight-shaft models, with a range of working widths to suit multiple applications.

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New pesticidal disease management from Headland Amenity

The withdrawal of some popular turf fungicides has made it essential that greenkeepers look for ways to minimise plant disease by using a variety of other strategies.

Producing a grass plant that is strong and healthy is more likely to make it difficult for disease to take hold and Headland Amenity will be focussing on this approach on stand B39 at BTME.

Headland’s Technical Support Team will be on hand to discuss disease management that has been trialled, researched and proven to benefit Turf Managers.

Research has supported the introduction of Headland’s ‘20-2030’ tank-mix of plant protectants and elicitors – namely Seamac ProTurf, Liquid Turf Hardener and Turfite – a unique combination of nutrients working together to strengthen the plant against disease.

Further trials and research have shown additional benefits with TeMag Elite, a soluble micronutrient product with added iron and Harpin plant elicitor to stimulate the plants natural defence mechanisms, aiding growth through periods of stress, disease and/or nematode damage.

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Creating a passport to pitch perfection

Garry Martin, Managing Director of synthetic turf maintenance specialists Replay, explains to Paul Groves how leadingedge technology can take professional groundscare into a bright new future.

It is no insult to say Garry Martin is a man with his head in the Cloud. Far from it, as it puts him at the forefront of the drive to show the professional groundscare industry just how positive the impact of new technology can be.

He has his hands full in his quest. Change is not something any of us are always happy to embrace and the kind of technology Garry is talking so enthusiastically about is often regarded as a threat to the industry.

But Replay’s innovative PitchPassport 365 system is literally a game-changer when it comes to synthetic turf maintenance.

Garry is always a man in a hurry, yet he has needed to display a lot of patience in the development of the new technology. Working with experts in web and cloud-based

technology, the PitchPassport 365 system has taken a lot of detailed research and fine-tuning but is already proving that all the effort, resources and investment has been worth it.

“With PitchPassport 365 we now have a tool that not only streamlines our operations but offers tracking and traceability of works that has never previously been available,” he explains.

“This enhances health, safety and asset protection and removes grey areas and burden of proof.

“Using the metrics obtained from the many features of PitchPassport 365, Replay and the industry as a whole can use the information to enhance future offerings.”

Unveiled at the University of Nottingham, award-winners in the maintenance of synthetic sports surfaces, PitchPassport 365 is set to revolutionise the recording and traceability of synthetic turf maintenance and become the benchmark for the industry and beyond.

PitchPassport 365 is designed to provide full integration between the manufacturer, installer, maintainer and the facility, collating historical, current and predictive maintenance information for all types of synthetic surfaces. Featuring online and offline functionality, all pertinent information and reports relating to the facility can be reported as the maintenance visit is taking place utilising livestream monitoring technology. The data can then be accessed securely, anywhere at anytime from your inbox or dedicated client portal app.

Amongst the many key features is the usage calculator and heat mapping technology

which uses an embedded algorithm to produce a dedicated map of the pitch, showing the high-wear areas of the facility in question. The information gathered by the tool can then be used in-house or by the external maintainer to ensure maintenance efforts are engaged effectively. This can also be used to diagnose and schedule maintenance to resolve potential issues before they become major concerns.

Through the app, the facility can view scheduled maintenance visits using the calendar function, including a thorough description of the work (to be) carried out and any job notes specific to the surface.

The maintainer can then edit the job live from the site, submitting photos, documents or notes from their visit creating a comprehensive maintenance report. Another feature, ReplayRescue, gives the operator the ability to report any urgent matters instantly using a red or amber alert to highlight the need for further action.

And it is not just what PitchPassport 365 can do now that excites Garry and his team. It is how the technology can evolve that offers the greatest challenge. Information is one of the most valuable assets we can possess these days as it can be accessed with a quick flick of a finger.

“We will be continuing to develop this system but also look at ways this technology can be improved and expanded,” he adds. “We will feed this information to our clients, to groundscare professionals, to manufacturers, to anyone who can make use of it, and see where it takes us.

“We have developed something that will genuinely revolutionise our industry from the inside out.” It is not only PitchPassport 365 that Replay is investing in. Its existing services and machinery are also being upgraded and Replay is also looking to develop its staff too.

A large slice of that investment has been spent on developing a new version of Replay’s hugely successful Aquatrax unit which cleans athletics tracks and water-based pitches.

Aquatrax was used to great effect at the London 2012 Olympics and has now cleaned over four million square metres of surfaces.

Along with Replay’s Revive, Rejuvenation and AquaCourt services, the company is looking to constantly improve and enhance the quality of artificial surfaces.

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Verti-Drain helps contractors meet all customer needs

Versatility and adaptability are the needs for R J Jochimsen Contractors Ltd – and, in the area of aeration, a Verti-Drain and a pair of Verti-Quakes from Charterhouse Turf Machinery fit the bill.

Formed in 1986, MD Rob Jochimsen undertakes various maintenance and renovation projects for councils, utility companies and sports clubs in the West Sussex area - with no two days the same.

Now heading up a team of 7, Rob started off his working life in the agricultural market before deciding to move into the amenity sector over 30 years ago.

“Week to week we’ll be working on different surfaces – football, rugby, polo fields, gallops, which all require different maintenance techniques but aeration is one that goes across the board,” he said.

“Having the two different machines and working them in conjunction with one another,

means that no matter the requirement, conditions or sports surface we’re dealing with, we have the machine to suit.”

Their Verti-Drain 7626 is now into its 5th season. “We chose this machine initially as it was a good match for our tractor and since then it’s proved to be a real workhorse,” he added.

“The weight of the unit means it penetrates the surface, rather than bouncing over it like some other machines do. Spring and autumn/winter are peak times for the Verti-Drain, though it’s used whenever conditions allow.”

With the Verti-Drain 7626 taking care of the deep aeration work, the pair of Verti-Quake 2516’s work on compaction within the top 6 to 8 inches.

“These come into their own when the ground is too firm or when the surface is wet, requiring lighter units to be used. The smaller, lighter Verti-Quake 2516 runs on a compact tractor, which gives us the flexibility when assessing customer requirements to choose the most effective machine to use.”

“Another plus point for us is the range of tine options available. We’ve been working on some polo fields this year, using 1/2inch finger tines but we also carry tines right up to those suitable for hollow coring.”

Final word from Rob: “These machines give us the versatility to deal with whatever surface comes our way, and even more importantly than this, the customers are pleased with the work they do.”

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Wiedenmann Terra Spike GXi8 HD puts Williamwood GC ahead

Williamwood Golf Club has had a Wiedenmann Terra Spike GXi8 HD deep aerator in sight for several seasons.

This autumn, a well subscribed winter membership initiative finally made it a reality for the west of Scotland course.

“Increased demand for winter play heightened the need to keep the course open,” said

Course Manager, Gerry Bruen. “The Wiedenmann is our tool of choice to make that happen.”

The James Braid designed parkland course is nestled in the outskirts of south Glasgow. Gerry Bruen and his team of five greenkeepers cope valiantly with above average rainfall to deliver a consistently high standard of surface.

“Everything about the GXi8 HD confirms how aerators have moved on. Set up takes minutes and not a morning. The depth and heave settings are tool free and can be set in seconds. You just adjust them to suit the conditions on the day. The machine has several shock absorption systems so there’s no shock transfer to the operator or tractor. Basically it’s just getting the gearing and speed right and off you go.

“We’re out and back within the weather windows. Last year to do one of the wider fairways took a full day and a half. Now it’s done thoroughly in less than one. Crucially our members are benefiting with less disruption.

After nine weeks we’re almost two full months ahead of where we would be normally with prep for next season. We haven’t allocated extra time. Aeration for us has become an altogether smarter operation.

The 1.8 metre wide is Wiedenmann’s most popular

Terra Spike, the access–all-areas status giving it the versatility to take tees, greens and fairways in its stride.

“Everywhere is scheduled for at least two passes before spring but key areas are earmarked for more. Never before could I have contemplated some of the fairways receiving three visits. In the coming months we will hollow core a few select spots to open the surface even further.”

Alan Jack, Area Sales Manager (West) for Fairways GM, Wiedenmann UK’s dealer in Scotland said: “Gerry knew exactly what he wanted. The GXi8 HD had his name on it from the start so our involvement has been to help him and his team become familiar and use the machine to best effect. His team is powering through so next season he’ll really be able to see a difference especially to his fairways.”

New life for old greens with Terrain Aeration

The original course at Hartley Wintney Golf Club dates back to 1891 when it was laid out as a traditional nine-hole parkland course.

An extra 9 holes were added in 2000 to offer a well laid out variation of both traditional and new designs.

Hartley Wintney GC has called on the services of Terrain Aeration.

Following preparation Terrain Aeration moved in with the specialist Superscamper Terralift deep penetration aeration system, working two metres apart, to blast air at 18 bar pressure to break up the compaction and panning.

Where the ground is exceptionally hard the specially incorporated JCB hammer drives the probe down to the one metre depth, where it releases the air blast, followed by the injection of dried seaweed. This serves to maintain the aeration to get oxygen to the grass roots and

continue to relieve compaction as the seaweed swells with moisture, keeping the fissures open. The compressed air exits through the previously created Verti-Drain slits.

Terrain Aeration has been treating golf courses, sports

pitches, amenity areas, trees and gardens for over 25 years using the Terralift deep penetration aeration system and have a long history of testimonies to the effectiveness of the treatment.

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Lytag tees off with new drainage material

Aggregate Industries has strengthened its Lytag offer with the relaunch of Sportag, a sustainable, lightweight drainage material.Made from Lytag’s ground-breaking secondary aggregate, Sportag is an ideal solution for land drainage applications due to its rounded shape and material properties.

With a hydraulic conductivity 10 times that of natural aggregates, the product is particularly suited to golf courses, including slit trenches, gravel banding and Shelton Systems, as well as sports pitches.

Sportag’s secondary aggregate composition also allows for a 30% moisture retention rate, ensuring a healthier and more consistent facility. Reduces drought stress in hot or dry weather. Alongside this, the product’s 40% void ratio helps aid longevity, improving aeration and allowing roots to penetrate further.

A secondary aggregate and half the weight of standard aggregate, Sportag saves on natural resources, offering greater sustainability and reduced landfill. Its round and lightweight nature also means that it is easily handled, flowing easily into position.

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CE marking for Classen aerator

Classen’s new TA18 aerator now has CE marking in compliance with EU health and safety requirements.

The width of the aerator is just 27.2”/69cm allowing it to fit through almost all gates and doors and the small footprint with the handles folded makes it exceptionally easy to store and transport.

For groundsmen, landscapers, hire outlets and homeowners

the Classen TA18 is the ideal solution for highly productive treatment of grass areas including hills, slopes and inclines. It’s the most compact aerator in its class and easily negotiates around trees, shrubs and in tight spaces while aerating at speed.

There are five banks of tine wheels with tight tine placement to pull more holes for faster results, and yet the width of the aerator is just Power comes from a Honda GX120 engine which drives the aerator at speeds up to 4.2mph/6.7kmh and the easily reached operation controls ensure user comfort and less fatigue.

The TA18 can aerate up to 29,500 square feet of lawn per hour, making it the ideal, productive addition to a landscaper’s equipment fleet.

Another key feature of the Classen TA18 is the two ergonomically shaped and removable weights at the front and top of the machine, which ensure even weight distribution.

The Classen TA 18 Aerator has been designed with productivity and portability in mind and it comes with a two-year commercial warranty to add to it being fully certified, to give the contractor, hire outlet and end user complete peace of mind. Orders are being taken for delivery in mid-April.

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Campey Turf Care Systems showcase award winning Air2G2

Campey Turf Care Systems showcased the award winning Air2G2 alongside the Dakota 310, Imants ShockWave and KORO FIELDTOPMAKER.

The Air2G2 is used at some of the world’s most prestigious sporting venues across football, golf and rugby and was recently awarded the HSBC Golf Forum Innovation Award in November during an awards ceremony at TPC Sawgrass Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.

Joining the innovative machine on the stand were the Dakota 310 and 410 spreaders featuring the new control panel. Now, with the upgraded control panel the user is also able to take full

control of the brakes and vibrator on equipped units, and the start/ stop, throttle up and down on the engine units equipped with a power pack.

The 4.3-inch LCD display also offers four memory presets and boasts variable belt and spinner speeds among the features. Every Dakota Turf Tender model will come equipped with the new unit

The Imants ShockWave was on display, as the world’s quickest PTO driven rotary linear decompactor continues to produce fantastic results across the world. Much of this success is thanks not only to the speed of the machine but

Original Groundsman FLEXBLADE now available on all aerators

Fit a Groundsman FLEXBLADE collector attachment to your aerator and save time and money when you core and collect in one pass.

Groundsman Industries have launched a new universal range of FLEXBLADE core collectors to fi t many makes of pedestrian and tractor mounting aerators including Groundsman, Toro, John Deere, Wiedenmann, Charterhouse and SISIS to name a few.

The new range use Groundsman’s original proven FLEXBLADE collection system but they are sporting a sleek black curved and slotted collection canopy and slotted blades. The changes are however, much more than cosmetic. The new shape adds extra strength while reducing the overall

weight by more than half. Internal check chains have been replaced by robust folding check links for consistent accuracy and reliability.

The Groundsman FLEXBLADE Collectors are also available for Three Point Linkage mounting on Compact Tractors plus many types of Turf Vehicles for Follow-up Collection of Cores and Linear Aeration Soil.

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the working process that allows play to continue immediately after use, whilst relieving compaction and aiding aeration through the surface.

Campey had the KORO FIELD TOPMAKER on the stand as well as product specialists who talked visitors through how the

entire Campey range.

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Promote growth with Plugr

The colder months can have a significant impact on gardens, even the best cared for of lawns can need a helping hand to encourage new growth and revitalise them.

A key way of doing this is through aeration. The days of traditional aerating with a garden fork are gone, particularly for owners of larger lawns.

Plugr aerators from Billy Goat offer a compact solution that can improve drainage and promote new growth with absolute ease. By making holes throughout the turf that allow air circulation through the roots, Plugr products help restore lawns to their perfect green condition.

Ideal for large domestic gardens is the PL1800 reciprocating aerator, which has an 18”

working width, along with four tines that puncture the turf and place cores 2.75” deep, aerating at 22,000 square feet per hour. With an easy folding handle it allows for compact use, transportation and storage.

Billy Goat products are exclusively available in the UK through Henton & Chattell dealers nationwide.

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heavy duty fraise mower removes unwanted surface matter such as poa-annua, thatch and weeds or the entire surface up to a depth of 50mm. Information will also be available on the

New York Red Bulls praises SISIS Osca

Dan Shemesh, Director of Stadium and Training Grounds for the New York Red Bulls has praised the SISIS Osca 3 which maintains the synthetic turf on one of the club’s training fields.

When Dan Shemesh was looking for a machine that would help take his synthetic turf to the next level, he found the solution in the form of the SISIS Osca 3 tractor mounted oscillating brush.

The SISIS Osca 3 is a tractor mounted powered oscillating brush with a 1.9 meter working width and is equally effective when used on synthetic turf with sand or rubber infill.

The two oscillating brushes stand the carpet fibers up and redistributes the infill evening, minimizing compaction on the surface and improving its performance – giving consistent

playing characteristics while preventing pile damage caused by reduced infill levels.

A contributory factor to the reduction of compaction is that the Osca’s working width will use fewer passes than other more conventional drag brushes to complete a pitch.

Its aggressive brushing action agitates the upper infi ll level

of the surface from side to side as well as brushing forward, helping reduce surface compaction and encourage the fi bers to stand up straight which reduces the risk of contamination, drainage problems and leaves a consistent playing surface across the whole pitch.

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Significant World Cup turf investment to provide widespread benefits

International Hockey Federation (FIH) Official Global Supplier Polytan will shortly begin installation of two new stateof-the-art pitches at Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre ahead of the Vitality Hockey Women’s World Cup London 2018.

The installation of their Poligras Platinum World Cup product at the venue, located within Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, will begin at the start of March and the second pitch will be completed in May 2018.

The £600,000 investment will provide widespread benefits

to the hockey community. It will not only give England and Great Britain’s national and development squads, university, school and hockey clubs world-class turfs to play on, it will also provide a number of environmental benefits. The investment further reinforces the benefi ts of the UK hosting major events and in the long term will bring more elite competition to the UK –for example the Hockey Pro League from 2019 onwards.

Polytan has spent considerable time and investment on developing a new turf product

specifically for next year’s Hockey World Cups being staged in England and India. It is an evolution of the turf used at the Rio 2016 Olympics Games which proved extremely popular with athletes and spectators. The new turf however uses denser fi bres to create a faster playing surface.

Polytan’s significant investment through its FIH Global Supplier status has been further supported by Lee Valley Regional Park Authority and the Vitality Hockey Women’s World Cup London 2018 additional funding partners -

England Hockey, UK Sport and the Greater London Authority.

FIH has been working hard to align the Hockey Revolution strategy to Olympic Agenda 2020 recommendations around environmental impact of sports events. Consequently, FIH has put particular focus on sustainability in the Quality Programme for Hockey Turf. One of the key environmental benefits resulting from the development of this new product is that it will require up to one third less watering compared to the previous turf.

FIH CEO Jason McCracken said: “Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre is already a topclass facility - the installation of this innovative new product will make it one of the best hockey venues on the planet. Athletes participating in next year’s Vitality Hockey Women’s World Cup London 2018 and in the Hockey Pro League in 2019 will be given the perfect stage to showcase their talent. However, what makes hockey so special is that this same field will also benefit athletes of all levels, therefore community investment is hugely important.”

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Move to artificial pitch helped by Chaterhouse solution

After 66 years at their previous home, Mill Field, Aveley FC’s new £4.8 million stadium complex at Parkside is just a stone’s throw away.

A full-size 3G artificial pitch is at the heart of the club’s new state-of-the-art facility and they have invested in an RTC Brush unit from Charterhouse Turf Machinery to maintain the pitch and protect and perfect the synthetic surface.

The club is home to 21 youth teams, a 1st team, reserve team, academy training and games as well as opening its doors to a couple of community clubs. With no dedicated grounds team, the maintenance falls into the hands of Chief Executive Craig Johnson. “When the carpet was installed, I asked the fitters for their advice on what kit they recommend we look at and the RTC unit was top of their list” explains Craig.

The RTC has been developed with regular brushing in mind, the tractor and brush combination allows the operator to quickly and effectively brush surfaces, ensuring regular maintenance is carried out with ease.

The RTC brushes fold to allow storage and access through gaps as narrow as 90cm, though when folded out the unit will cover an impressive 200cm in one-pass. Powered by a 24hp twin cylinder engine, the brushes can also be lifted from the operators seat giving the user complete control of the pressure applied.

“I’m going out on it every week at the moment, which is after roughly 15 hours of play. It’s simple to use and is doing a great job of keeping the infill free of debris and compaction.

“The 3G pitch will hopefully be a healthy revenue stream for us so it’s in our interests to keep it looking and playing at its best – but without a grounds team I need a maintenance regime that’s time-efficient and effective and the RTC unit is just the job.”

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compaction unit, drag mats, brushes, a chemical applicator and more.

The company is currently developing a variety of new products for the synthetic surface market.

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Oxford United installs leading brand of artificial grass

ArtificialGrass.com has installed a winning indoor surface in the home changing room at Oxford United.

The leading UK supplier provided a mini pitch of inlaid grass flooring, creating a ‘virtual’ setting designed to boost team tactics on match days.

The new mini pitch is thought to be the first of its kind in the English Football League.

Covering an area of around five by 15 metres, the mini pitch installation was part of investment in the general refurbishment of Oxford United changing rooms during the preseason period.

With the club currently sitting in the top half of League 1, Oxford United Business Development Manager Peter Rhoades-Brown has high hopes for the rest of the season and is pleased with the positive effect of the new mini pitch on the level of play so far.

“Our players really like the new surface. It not only brightens up the changing room area, but is also of valuable practical use; in particular being ideal for developing tactics and set-pieces, as well as rethinking moves at half time. I think we are the first club to have gone down this route and all good so far.”

There is an increasing trend for artificial turf across the UK and

demand is rapidly growing for ArtificialGrass.com products.

Available exclusively through builders’ merchants, ArtificialGrass.com offers a range of products suitable for residential and commercial installation, including schools and play areas, providing a natural-looking, lush, green surface with all the benefits of real turf, without any upkeep. Ideal for indoor use, it can be installed over many different types of flooring surfaces, including carpet and marble, and will not move or buckle under the heaviest foot traffic. It leaves no trace on removal, even after years of installation and sports logos can also be incorporated into almost all ArtificialGrass. com surfaces, to any scale.

Peter Toghill, Commercial Director at ArtificialGrass.com said: “This is an exciting time for us, as we are experiencing substantial growth with a rapid increase in demand for artificial grass.

“We work hard to provide our high quality artificial grass for industry professionals. The Oxford United installation demonstrates the amazing versatility of ArtificialGrass. com, not just for lawns. We wish the club every success this season and believe the initiative could lead the way for other clubs seeking to improve their status.”

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Notts Sports presents at the Academies

With over £8.6m worth of projects funded to date, Notts Sport were privileged to present at the recent Academies Show in Birmingham.

Over the course of 30 minutes we provided a whistle stop summary of our unique Fast Track Funding model which provides funding solutions to the Education Sector for synthetic turf sport, play and cricket facilities.

If you are looking to develop, upgrade or replace any external

sports facilities then Fast Track Funding provides another proven option and for over 25 schools & Academies has created a robust and sustainable business and financial case to make the project vision a reality.

Our presentation can be viewed on the following link so why not take a look and learn how Notts Sport can provide a turnkey solution including funding for your sport, play or cricket project.

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Strain relief kit converts Terra Rake to synthetic use

An optional ‘strain relief’ kit is available and can be retro-fitted.

Mountable to the top of the frame, it features a spring assister which provides a parallel load path to take tension away from the four rows of tines. With seven separate settings it can readily be amended to suit.

The 5 mm diameter spring tines on the Terra Rake are made of tungsten steel are very fine and agile. When they move at speed

over natural turf they tease out thatch incredibly well.

If a synthetic pitch get lots of play and is infrequently maintained the rubber crumb binds together and becomes compacted. This leads to reduced shock absorption and over time the drainage can become affected and the carpet might need to be replaced sooner.

The Terra Rake’s spring tines are designed to loosen and tease the infill particles or rubber crumb apart. This instantly improves the shock absorption values and helps returns it back to the required standard.

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Quick Clean for Moody Grounds Maintenance

Moody Grounds Maintenance is a leading contractor in Hertfordshire and North London.

A team of fully trained groundsmen, they maintain school grounds, commercial grounds, private stately homes and sports grounds for all types of sport.

One such contract is with Winchmore Hill Sports Club, a bastion of the community for over 130 years. A requirement of Moody by the club is the maintenance of their rubber crumb 3G football pitch and they needed a machine to do the job.

“We had heard the GKB Quick Clean 150 was good,” says Andrew Moody, “so we arranged with Tom Shinkins at GKB and Ernest Doe’s at Bennington for a demonstration of the Quick Clean at Winchmore Hill.”

Quick Clean is a three-point 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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Wiedenmann’s Terra Rake, a hugely popular scarifier and thatch remover on natural grass, can now be easily deployed on artificial surfaces.

New forestry cutter attachments from Bobcat

Bobcat has launched the new FRC150HT and FRC200HT high torque forestry cutter attachments for use with the company’s marketleading compact tracked, skid-steer and all-wheel steer loaders.

The new forestry cutters are compatible with the Bobcat T770H and T870H compact tracked loaders, S770H and S850H skid-steer loaders and the A770H all-wheel steer loader.

Designed for continuous use in shredding and mulching bushes, shrubs and small trees, the forestry cutters are ideal for fast removal of thick undergrowth.

Providing cutting widths of 1.5 and 2.0 m, respectively, the FRC150HT and FRC200HT forestry cutters are designed for continuous work on bushes and trees 100 to 120 mm in diameter, intermittent use for trees with a diameter from 180 to 220 mm

and occasional use on trees 250 to 300 mm in diameter.

The forestry cutters are part of the comprehensive Bobcat range of attachments for forestry, estate management, amenity and landscaping work, which includes stump grinders, wood chippers,

Machine for difficult terrain

The STIHL FR 460 TC-EM backpack brushcutter uses the powerful, advanced and fuelefficient STHIL 2-MIX engine.

The softly padded carrying system distributes the weight of the engine ergonomically over

the user’s shoulders and hips, and a flexible coupling between the engine and tool’s shaft makes the brushcutter more manouevrable, even when working uphill.

STIHL has even set a tool bag into the backpack’s support frame so accessories like extra cutting tools are ready to hand.

It is equipped with the M-Tronic electronic engine management system as standard. M-Tronic precisely regulates the ignition timing and fuel mix in every machine operating state, optimizing performance and efficiency even at changing temperatures and altitudes or when running on varying fuel grades.

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flail cutters, augers and tree transplanters. All functions of the forestry cutters can be fingertip controlled from the operator seat without requiring the operator to remove their hand from the loader steering levers.

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Wipe it out with Wessex

The concept of weedwiping was developed in New Zealand in the 1970’s and it offers a controlled method of targeting weeds.

The Wessex Weedwiper attaches to a standard ball hitch on an ATV, UTV or 4 x 4 and comprises a unique roller carpet mounted on a sturdy mainframe. There’s a large wheel at each

end, one of which drives the roller rotation and the roller runs in the opposite direction to the travel of the Rotowiper to allow thorough coating of the underside of the leaf.

The machine is height adjustable to ensure all weed types and growth stages are catered for. A reliable pump transfers chemical

from the tank to the carpet, coating it evenly and thoroughly to ensure the weed receives the right amount of lethal chemical. The Wessex Rotowiper is available in a 2.4m width and can be used on any vehicle with a tow hitch.

CAMON’s 4-stroke brushcutters prove a hit

Trimming up after the mower, edging lawns, clearing vegetation from trees, posts and the base of hedges and mowing in areas that can be inaccessible for bigger machines, the brushcutter is an indispensable tool for professional landscapers and homeowners.

CAMON brushcutters from Tracmaster are designed to satisfy the needs and working demands of all users. Features include antivibration and adjustable handlebars for perfect weight distribution, market leading engines, safety goggles, bump feed head and grass blade as standard.

Tracmaster also supplies a large range of alternative cutting heads, from clearing saws to the fantastic Nylsaw Speed heads.

Three different models of 4 stroke brushcutter are available, including the Combi HO25 with brushcutter, hedgetrimmer, chain pruner and a 75cm Extension for longer reach.

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A Little Wonder from Schiller

The Little Wonder Hydro BRC-26 Brushcutter is part of aformidable line-up of machinery solutions from Schiller Grounds Care.

The Little Wonder uses steel linkages and no cables, which are

prone to snapping, that enables the machine to handle really heavy brush and the toughest brambles.

Productivity is high with the forward speed of up to 4.2mph/6.7kmh and 1.7mph/2.7kmh in reverse.

The all-round ability of the machine, the fact it will cut through long, tough grass and sapling growth up to 2”/5cm thick while also able to leave a good, clean finish on less challenging grass areas. “

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Gator SpeedLoad cutting system reduces reloading time

The Oregon Gator SpeedLoad cutting system was designed to get lawn care professionals and homeowners back to work quicker, increasing efficiency and ease of use.

Oregon’s integrated head and disk line system simplifies the reloading of trimmer line because it requires no winding or spooling, reducing both frustration and replacement time to less than 20 seconds.

Longer-lasting and two times stronger than its competitors, Oregon Gator SpeedLoad’s innovative tongue-and-groove line comes pre-wound in small, self-contained discs for convenient transport, making it a fast, easy-to-use replacement solution.

The Oregon Gator SpeedLoad cutting system has three models

which, combined, fit over 95% of petrol-driven trimmers and brushcutters, and is available at authorised Oregon dealers nationwide.

Battery powered tools from Bosch

Aching fingers and joints, headaches and smelly fumes could be a thing of the past as traditional petrol powered tools make way for battery power.

The Bosch range of professional cordless garden tools includes a mobile power unit, brushcutters and a longer-life 36v 9.0Ah weatherproof battery.

All products in the Bosch Professional range share the same concept - powered by Lithium-ion batteries they perform as petrol equivalents but with low noise, low vibrations and savings on running costs. They are also more convenient to use and maintain than petrol models and easy to start up.

Joao Barufi, who leads the Bosch Garden Tools division in the UK. “We’ve now applied our award-winning battery technology across a wide variety of cutting-edge professional tools to complete the range. The convenience and low-vibration of our quiet cordless products,

PSD offers the AS Motor AS 63 Brushcutter

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Mulch and mow in one step with the AS 63 Brushcutter, which offers a high performance and easy handling solution to cutting high grass even on slopes or where access is limited.

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coupled with top-end petrol performance is sure to impress.”

A serious issue for regular users of powered garden equipment is known as White Finger or HAVS (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome) and is virtually eliminated by the low vibration electric tools.

The entire range benefits from low noise emissions with new models quieter than some domestic vacuum cleaners. Not only do they provide peace and quiet when used in public spaces, but also offer higher user comfort; extending the hours in which gardeners can work.

The batteries are weatherresistant and compatible with all products in the range – mowers, hedgecutters, leaf blowers and brushcutters. They feature a fast 42-minute recharge time for the 6.0Ah batteries, and a 64-minute recharge time for the 9.0Ah.

A key addition to the new range is the GEN 230V-1500 Professional Mobile Power unit

which provides off-grid power for all-day working. The unit has twin AC sockets and allows for simultaneous charging of 2 batteries, or direct running of 2 electrical appliances. An

LCD display presents real-time status information and enables the user to manage remaining “tank” capacity.

Makita’s back-pack brushcutter

The Makita EM4350RH backpack brushcutter is designed for use by grounds care contractors where large areas of rough vegetation need to be cleared.

Powered by a 43cc 2hp version of Makita’s advanced MM4 4-stroke engine, this back-pack brush cutter weighs just 12kg.

With the fully padded harness it is comfortable to operate and vibrations are minimal.

With the engine effectively separated from the carry frame by four isolating springs, which damp out any vibrations, the vibration effect on the operator is greatly reduced. Operator controls are at the handgrip position controlling throttle

opening and cutting drive. A useful accessory pouch is fitted at the back of the harness for carrying replacement

and the required multi-tool spanner.

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A second GreenMech machine helps meet demand

Luscombe Plant Hire, based in Ulverston, Cumbria, stock a wide range of site machinery and tools available for daily, weekly, or long-term hire.

After noticing that their GreenMech Arborist 130 woodchipper was hardly ever in the yard, owner Simon Luscombe decided to add a second one to his hire fleet to meet the consistent demand.

Simon and wife Beverly, along with their son Dan, started Luscombe Plant Hire in 2001 and this year they were proudly awarded the “Outstanding Single Depot Hire Company” at the EHN Passionate Hirer Awards. “We have a full range of tools and machinery from a wallpaper

stripper right up to 8-tonne excavators as well as an onsite shop selling fittings, workwear and smaller tools” explains Simon. “The arborist side of things is quite a large part of our business, so being able to offer good quality, reliable chippers that work well is very important for us.”

They first came across the machines at the annual Executive Hire Show. After initially purchasing just one, the client base of tree surgeons, land owners and grounds managers meant the demand was more than they could supply so they added a second unit. “Since we’ve switched over to the GreenMech chippers, we’ve not had one bad report on them – our customers

seem much more satisfied. They go out on hire for anywhere between one day to one month and everyone who hires them, say they’re really good machines to use. There has been no downtime due to breakdowns which, when you’ve got a packed hire schedule, is crucial.”

The Arborist 130 is a simpleto-use, cost effective, compact road tow chipper, featuring a

generous 970mm x 790mm infeed hopper, which aids bushy brash reduction, coupled with a 150cm x 230cm letterbox-style throat. The 23hp Honda petrol engine is protected with a steel bonnet, helping to reduce the noise level. It comes with a hand brake, overrun braking system and GreenMech’s patented DiscBlade technology as standard.

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First Doosan DX210W-5 wheeled excavator in Scotland

Banffshire-based Currie Contractors Cullen Limited has purchased the first Doosan DX210W-5 21 tonne wheeled excavator in Scotland from Balgownie Ltd, the local Authorised Doosan and Bobcat dealer with headquarters in Inverurie in Aberdeenshire.

The new Doosan wheeled excavator has already worked on projects spanning the length of the UK. Its first project was on a new solar power installation outside Andover in Hampshire in Southern England, where it worked alongside another Doosan DX225LC-3 excavator owned by Currie Contractors.

As well as meeting the latest Stage IV emission regulations, the DX210W-5 goes much further and sets a new benchmark for wheeled excavator design worldwide. This achievement is marked by a distinctive machine styling scheme that is common to all Stage IV machines from Doosan.

The DX210W-5 offers enhanced comfort and controllability together with a number of features to boost fuel efficiency, uptime and return on investment, with a focus on increased power, robustness and agility.

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Honda’s Pioneer gets genuine accessories

Following its entry into the UK’s fast-growing side-by-side utility vehicle market with the introduction of the Pioneer 700 earlier this year, Honda (UK) has launched a range of genuine built-for-purpose accessories to make this versatile workhorse even more comfortable, capable and durable.

Already a popular fixture in utility markets including groundskeeping and forestry, the go-anywhere Pioneer is designed to work for extended periods in some of the most demanding conditions, making operator and passenger comfort vital.

In the genuine Honda range, front screen options include

a half-height wind deflector, full glass or two-piece folding polycarbonate windscreen, and canopies offering protection from the elements and overhanging branches.

Cab options start at fabric and hard roofs with optional rear panels, up to a full cab with full height doors, enclosed rear panel, electric wiper and washer, and a heater drawing on heat from the engine’s liquid cooling system. Additional comfort add-ons include fabric extensions for the standard half-doors and the option of full height doors with glass side panels for the front.

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Reach for the top with the ECHO HCA-265ESHD

Safety is a major consideration when cutting high hedges, so dispensing with the need for ladders, steps and platforms is good news.

The ECHO HCA-265ES HD articulating hedge cutter is the latest addition to the ECHO range and offers an overall length of 2446mm (cutting length536mm), making it ideal for cutting tall or wide hedges with no need for a platform or ladder.

Operators can adjust the angle of the cutting head with one hand, helping to reduce downtime for repositioning. The cutting head also includes nine cutting angle presets through 135° for maximum versatility.

Looking over this new hedge cutter it’s easy to see why ECHO has become a world leader in the development of hand-held power equipment for professionals. Clearly the designers understand the requirements of the applications and optimise performance, durability and ergonomics. In other words, ECHO has considered the environment in which the machine will be used, and the job it will be doing with no compromise to quality.

The HCA-265ES HD features a heavy duty magnesium gear case with needle bearings caged in the cutting head, providing added durability and less downtime. The cutting head itself can be

folded 180°, making it easier to transport and store between jobs – ideal for the professional user.

The hedge cutter also features triple edged blades and a faster cutter speed stroke rate – 4696 (1/min). This effective combination provides a faster slicing, cutting action, ensuring a clean and tidy finish. The blades on the cutting head are nickel-plated and laser-cut for long lasting sharpness, helping the HCA-265ES HD to tackle a variety of different hedges.

The HCA-265ES HD features a powerful 25.4cc professional grade engine, capable of tackling the toughest of jobs. There is also an Easy Start system which allows the user to start the machine faster and with little effort.

The shaft grip handle has been ergonomically designed, with the controls grouped close together for ease-of-use, better manoeuvrability and control. A tool-less air filter cover allows for easy access even with gloves on, making it easier to clean the air filters while the commercialgrade felt air filter helps to keep dust and debris away from the engine, ensuring longer service intervals and better engine performance. All of which adds up to reduced down time in maintenance, leaving the professional more opportunities for increased productivity and able to take on extra jobs.

Take a look at the ECHO range and one thing overall is apparent. ECHO only builds equipment to one standard and that’s professional. ECHO tools are hardworking, tough, durable and dependable, and an exemplary two-year professional warranty shows this.

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Tree protection from Wrekin

Wrekin Products has a comprehensive range of tree root and grass protection geosynthetics.

The Wrekin Tree Root Protection System has recently been unveiled.

Building on its recent success with the ProtectaWeb Tree Root Protection System, Wrekin has developed the simple, nodig system, which combines a specially engineered geocell and geotextiles to enable development with damaging existing trees.

Customer service and technical support has been a major factor in the success of this extremely effective solution for tree root protection.

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Chainsaws to tackle the toughest tasks

The Husqvarna Battery Chainsaw - 536LiXP (pictured) is a high performance, lightweight chainsaw.

Whatever the application this heavy duty battery chainsaw will help you get the job done fast. The Husqvarna 536Li XP battery chainsaw has many benefits over a equivalent performance petrol model.

As the chainsaws use Husqvarna designed and engineered brushless motors which reduce vibrations, weight and noise generated by the chainsaw, this allows a professional chainsaw user to start earlier and finish later and extend operational use in residential or urban areas where noise emissions are an issue.

Powered by 36V Li-ion integrated or backpack batteries, a Husqvarna battery chainsaw

offer a performance exceeding that of their petrol equivalents, and a class leading maximum chain speed of 20m/s. Husqvarna battery series all use the same batteries, and as a consequence batteries are interchangeable between products. Extremely easy to use and start thanks to an intuitive key pad, this rechargeable chainsaw also offers a power saving mode suitable for less demanding tasks, extending the runtime of the batteries. The new Husqvarna

550 XP TrioBrake is developed for tree care professionals and skilled land owners. The saw has a ground breaking design and is loaded with innovative solutions for efficient, convenient operation.

Husqvarna’s unique X-Torq engine technology provide more power where you need it, up to 20% less fuel consumption and 75% less exhaust emission.

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Versatile Toro LTF3000 designed for Countrywide mowing

Hyundai machines feature at the 58th Annual Doe Show

The 58th annual Doe Show will be held on Tuesday 6th, Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th February 2018 at the Ernest Doe dealership located in Ulting, Maldon Essex.

The show is the largest construction, agricultural and groundcare dealer show in the UK. Ernest Doe have been Hyundai dealers for construction machinery for over 25years. In that time, the product range has evolved tremendously and at the 2018 Doe Show – visitors will be able to see the latest machines in the Hyundai HX range. The HX range of crawler excavators were

first launched in 2015 – they were met with high acclaim and put Hyundai construction equipment firmly on the map for quality and innovation – leading industry press pundits hailed the new HX range as ‘a real game changer’.

Now in 2018 – the HX range continues to grow as does its popularity in the UK market place. With large infrastructure projects taking place in and around the UK – Hyundai dealers are preparing for a surge in the demand for the South Korean manufactured machines.

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Start 2018 with finance deals for TYM Tractors

With the challenge of keeping a vast range of environments looking their best all year round, the organisation has invested in the versatility of a Toro LTF3000 triple flail mower.

This is a first-time Toro purchase for Countrywide Grounds Maintenance franchise owner Andrew Gilliar. Andrew explains that it feels like the machine has been perfectly designed to match his needs: “With such a diverse client list ranging from schools and councils to commercial estates, the LT-F3000 is designed to meet our current business needs.

“We needed a machine versatile enough to deliver a consistently good cut to sites of all shapes and sizes, regardless of grass type, grass length or weather conditions. This is what you get from the LT-F3000.

“It can deliver a 22-25mm cut on school playing fields and sports facilities and leave a nice finish with stripes. At the same time, the

height of cut can be adjusted to suit longer rough cut grass sites, like council verges, industrial estates, or nature pathways. The latter can be cut on a cycle of 16 weeks, but the LT-F3000 will still cut through this grass easily and leave a good finish.”

With the grounds of over 104 schools across Suffolk and Essex to maintain, the machines in Andrew’s fleet must be able to keep up. The LT-F3000 certainly does that: it is in operation eight hours a day, five or six days a week.

Andrew says: “We have a team of three using the triple flail and they absolutely love it. It’s comfortable and easy to maintain thanks to accessible service points. One operator said that ever since we invested in the mower, it’s been even more of a pleasure to come to work.”

And with another LT-F3000 on order it’s safe to say Countrywide’s Toro purchase has been a first rate success, with the LT-F3000 proving itself as a versatile mower – the perfect match for a versatile company.

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Synthetic surfaces solution

from PSD Groundscare

The Koppl Hydro Compact Easy, with its space saving design, is a flexible and convenient unit for all professional needs and multiseason use.

Available from PSD Groundscare, it comes with a wide range of powerful attachments, and a range of attachments specifically for synthetic groundscare including various sweepers and brushes.

Unlike other synthetic turf care products, the Compact Easy’s clever design means instead of having to purchase a number of machines for different tasks,

you simply buy the attachments to fit the base unit, avoiding the expense of different standalone units.

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Kicking 2018 off with a bang, Reesink Turfcare announces two new finance deals for TYM Tractors.

TYM customers can choose between two interest-free options. Option one is buy now pay in June 2018, with full payment due at that point. The second option spreads the cost over two years with 22 equal monthly payments.

TYM sales manager Steven Haynes says: “These finance options are designed to help customers buy the tractors they need without compromising cash flow, allowing them to replenish or add to their fleet of turfcare equipment in a way that suits their financial situation.

“The TYM range in the UK underwent some healthy expansion in 2017 and its continued popularity saw Reesink Turfcare invest heavily in the brand, bringing more choice to customers:

more product launches, more attachments and more investment in the sales team. 2018 follows suit as soon as we enter the year, with more options for customers to purchase TYM.”

These finance deals apply to the entire range of TYM tractors, from the smallest to the largest horsepower and includes the latest model to join the range –the T393.

This newcomer is already appealing to a broad range of customers for its ideal positioning, bridging the gap in the TYM line-up from the compact utility range into the mid-duty range.

Both deals are available from 2 January until 2 March 2018 and apply to a maximum of 60 percent of the RRP. Finance is subject to acceptance and only available in the UK.

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Nationally respected Countrywide Grounds Maintenance serves thousands of customers from 50 regional offices and has been leading the industry for over 25 years.

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Bow top metal railings installed within Lake District National Park

Bow top metal railings manufactured by Alpha Rail have been installed within ‘The Glebe’ - a popular destination in the world-renowned Lake District National Park.

The Glebe is a large recreational area, located south-west of Bowness-on-Windermere town centre and forms part of the town’s main tourist attraction.

The recreational area comprises tennis courts, a pitch and putt, a picnic area and a number of commercial properties.

The Lake District National Park Authority (LDNPA) had identifi ed The Glebe as a strategic regeneration location and wanted to develop the area as a world class visitor destination.

Research had found that moving vehicles and parked cars were significantly detracting the visitor experience. Therefore, a key objective of the improvement

scheme was to make the area safer for pedestrians and cyclists.

Alpha Rail was contracted to manufacture and install bow top metal railings, vertical bar railings and metal gates to a number of locations within The Glebe as part of the plan to create

a safer, more pedestrianised focused environment.

Phil Ball, Sales Director at Alpha Rail commented, “We were proud to play our part in a project where our metalwork products have contributed towards increasing

the pedestrianised areas of such a busy tourist destination. We ensured the metal railings met the technical specification perfectly and were installed on time as promised.”

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New TYM compact and range of attachments AT LAMMA

Reesink Turfcare showcased all that is new to TYM Tractors at LAMMA 2018.

The new T393 compact tractor was there, as will a selection of the new range of attachments, all of which offer even more versatility and value to every tractor.

Bridging the gap from the compact utility range into the mid-duty range is the T393. With a 38hp Yanmar engine it’s powerful but compact, and more than capable of managing the small and large jobs. It has one of the highest lift capabilities in its class with a lift capacity of 1200kg and has one of the highest hydraulic flow rates with a maximum output of 42 litres per minute.

There are two transmission options including a three range

equipped with a new ‘Auto Throttle’ function, linking the HST pedals to the engine throttle to synchronise the tractor’s speed and engine rpm. This simplifies tractor operation and reduces fuel consumption.

Tractors are of course designed as implement carriers. New to TYM, and the show, is a range of attachments designed to bring even more value, versatility and productivity to the machine.