SCAG Windstorm ticks a lot of boxes

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SCAG Windstorm ticks a lot of boxes: The SCAG Windstorm, supplied by STM Co Ltd, is a stand-on high-power cyclone leaf blower. With an engine size of 37HP you can see that the expression “high-power” is not used lightly. The stand-on configuration was developed for the SCAG V-Ride grasscutting range and has proved very successful as a format for ease of transport, visibility and manoeuverability.

One such machine has been bought by Eric Gilbert for his Landscaping and grounds maintenance company. These machines are, as can be judged from the picture, quite an investment – but Eric has no trouble justifying it – and not just on financial grounds.

SCAG Windstorm ticks a lot of boxes

SCAG Windstorm ticks a lot of boxes

The quoted performance figure for the Windstorm is 6000cfm and there are several quotes as to how this translates into time saved, for example: 6 men clearing leaf debris on a holiday park in 30 minutes turns into one man in 20 minutes.

Eric himself, working on big properties, has seen a whole day’s intricate work by two people reduced easily to one man in two hours.

And when you think of full day’s work wearing a backpack blower you can see a further advantage as regards wear and tear on the operator, as Eric did himself, having had a back injury in the past. Not only are you not walking about wearing a backpack, you are riding on the machine, with its comfortable sprung operator stand.

Also Eric had also found additional benefits. Where it is requested that grass cuttings are not left behind and the property set-up allows – the Windstorm can blow the cuttings away!

He has also used it to great effect to clear light powdery snow, making it a machine for all year; and if impacted snow clearance is required, a snow blade can be fitted to his SCAG SWZ pedestrian mower.

A man who has been using SCAG machines for years he was already a convert – and now even more so, with evidence both physical and financial to support his purchase of the SCAG Windstorm.

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Makita’s outstanding outdoor offer

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Makita’s outstanding outdoor offer: Makita’s latest product promotion gives customers the chance to redeem FREE 5.0Ah 18V LXT batteries with the purchase of selected RT, RTE and PG2 cordless garden machinery models.

Leading power tool and garden machinery manufacturer Makita UK is offering end users the chance to redeem one of its leading LXT lithium-ion batteries when they purchase selected LXT 18V RT and RTE garden machines from 1st October until 31st December 2020. Customers that purchase selected Twin 18V PG2 garden machines between these dates can receive two LXT batteries. Included in the offer is a selection of LXT blowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws and a brushless split-shaft power unit.

Makita's outstanding outdoor offer

Makita’s outstanding outdoor offer

If a qualifying item is purchased, customers will have 28 days to register a redemption claim for their free 5.0Ah LXT battery via a dedicated microsite by providing proof of purchase. Once the application is confirmed, their free gift will arrive within 30 days.

Mark Earles, Business Development Manager – OPE at Makita said: “Makita is an expert in cordless technology, with over 40 years of experience delivering cordless solutions for both professional and consumer needs. With our LXT products, users can experience the high-power, long run times and industry-leading charge times needed to complete jobs to the highest standard quickly and effortlessly. For example, the 5.0Ah LXT batteries we are giving away as part of our latest promotion will be charged in just 45 minutes, minimising downtime and maximising user productivity.

“What’s more, cordless machines are safer to use. There is no risk of fuel spills, lower noise levels and they produce zero emissions. Cordless machines also minimise health risks due to noise and vibration – and they are lighter and easier to maintain than alternative models.”

Makita’s 18V batteries fit all 18V LXT and Twin 18V LXT cordless products – which means that they can be used interchangeably across over 250 products. Users can therefore switch between tools and tasks effortlessly.

To claim a free product, visit: www.makitauk.com/redemption.

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Golf Le Touquet invests in consistency

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Golf Le Touquet invests in consistency: Set within superb natural surroundings on the Northern Opal Coast in France between the Forest and the Dunes – Le Touquet Golf Club is classed as one of the most beautiful of European sites. Situated in the prime location since 1904 the 45-hole seaside resort is a unique site comprising of three very different courses each bringing a different playing experience.  

As exciting an experience as it is for a golfer, the three courses – The 18-hole La Mer Course, a typical British links course (built in 1931 by the renowned architect Harry Colt), the 18-hole La Forêt Course, set out in the heart of the superb pine forest of Le Touquet, the 9-hole Manoir Course, laid out within the dunes present Head Greenkeeper Ian Barnard and General Manager Charles Debruyne with some interesting challenges.

Golf Le Touquet invests in consistency

Golf Le Touquet invests in consistency

Quality of cut and consistency are the two goals the team is keen to achieve. In an environment where soil profile, shade and drainage are so different from one course to the other, the greenkeeping team has opted to invest in consistency through quality of cut.

Being in control of their sharpening is the way they have decided to do so. They considered different options before settling on the Express Dual 4250 coupled with the Anglemaster 4100 to start improving the quality of cut from the off.

“The sharpening equipment is quickly becoming a key part of our maintenance programme and we are very keen to be able to grind and keep our mowers sharp as and when we need it and as regularly as possible. The ease of use and speed of the machines have allowed even the least experienced staff to be comfortable with the principles of grinding. “

Paul Wilcox from Bernhard Company added: “The training and installation went really well. We provided the team with the techniques for them to achieve their goals on the golf course. Their set up and maintenance programme is already very well organised, the sharpening programme will just give them the edge”

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