BAGMA Training for Business to launch on stand A030 at SALTEX

BAGMA Training for Business to launch on stand A030 at SALTEX

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BAGMA Training for Business to launch on stand A030 at SALTEX

Training will be top of the agenda for The British Agricultural and Garden Machinery Association (BAGMA) on their return to SALTEX this November. Stand A030 will be the launch platform for ‘Training for Business’, with members invited to stop by and find out more about a brand new, powerful range of learning and development resources designed specifically for dealership owners, managers and staff.

BAGMA Training for Business to launch on stand A030 at SALTEX

BAGMA Training for Business to launch on stand A030 at SALTEX

BAGMA has a long and illustrious track record for providing industry-leading training and development programmes. Reflecting the extensive industry changes and the increasingly challenging market within which dealerships operate, BAGMA has teamed up with education leaders and experts within their Service Provider network to develop a series of training programmes which cover key topics including succession planning, aftersales and the key to building a competitive, sustainable dealership.

The new Training for Business programme will run alongside BAGMA’s existing educational offering, which includes Handover & Installation training and the industry’s first EV training – a one-day programme to help technicians, sales staff, delivery drivers, engineers and workshop personnel gain a working knowledge of the hazards of high-voltage electric systems, best practice for handling and storage of battery packs and an awareness of all relevant legislation and compliance requirements.

BAGMA are pleased to be hosting a seminar on the topic of EV Safety as part of SALTEX’s Learning LIVE programme this year – a free to attend session taking place at 2pm on Wednesday 11th November on the Community Sports Stage.

Following this at 3pm on the first day, the BAGMA team will also be hosting an exclusive Connect event in The Clubhouse, sponsored by Iseki, with members invited to join peers, industry partners and a selection of BAGMA Service Providers for a drink.

If you’re wondering if BAGMA membership could help your business, stand A030 is the place to find out more about training, discounts and the other member benefits available when SALTEX returns to the NEC, Birmingham, on 11th-12th November 2026.

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ATT build momentum ahead of SALTEX Showcase

ATT build momentum ahead of SALTEX Showcase

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ATT build momentum ahead of SALTEX Showcase

An exciting year for Advanced Turf Technology (ATT) – which has seen the company’s re-acquisition to its original ownership and recent expansion of the UK sales force – will culminate in an impressive machinery showcase at SALTEX. Visitors can expect to see highlights from the INFINICUT® range, including the FX347 and SM34 Rotary mower, alongside the full collection of TMSystem™ maintenance cassettes on stand C110.

ATT build momentum ahead of SALTEX Showcase

ATT build momentum ahead of SALTEX Showcase

Following the buy back in February 2026, John Coleman and new company Chairman David Withers have been working tirelessly to reaffirm the INFINICUT’s position as a leading force in the global mower market. With a new Sales Manager in Jeremy Vincent and a move to new dedicated manufacturing premises earmarked in the coming months, the team are well placed to support the existing range and customer base and accelerate innovations and new products currently in the development pipeline.

Highlights from the current INFINICUT® range will take centre stage at the NEC this November, including the FX347. The latest addition to the cylinder mower collection, the FX347 is a fixed head, 34” pedestrian mower equipped with 7” diameter cutting reel, ideal for training grounds and other premium sports turf facilities. As has become expected with INFINICUT®, the FX347 delivers industry-leading cut quality, ergonomic control and ease of set-up and adjustment via the InfiniApp™.

The ATT technical team will also be on hand to talk visitors through the TMSystem™ range of grooming, mowing and maintenance cassettes. Unlocking the full potential of your INFINICUT® pedestrian unit or most mainstream models of ride-on mower, the TMSystem™ range features 12 application specific cassettes that replace OEM cutting reels and deliver optimum maintenance results on both fine turf and sports turf surfaces.

Get all of your INFINICUT® and maintenance questions answered with a stop by stand C110 when SALTEX returns on 11th and 12th November 2026.

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SGL relaunches TurfPod

SGL relaunches TurfPod

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SGL relaunches TurfPod

A rebuilt grass sensor that brings the digital twin to every grounds team

Redesigned from the ground up, the new TurfPod tracks six growth factors in real time and connects seamlessly to TurfBase Sports, making live, data-driven pitch management more reliable than ever.

SGL relaunches TurfPod

SGL relaunches TurfPod

The new and improved TurfPod

SGL today announced the general availability of the new TurfPod, a completely rebuilt version of its grass-monitoring sensor. Redesigned from the ground up based on extensive customer feedback, the improved TurfPod delivers reliable, real-time insight into the microclimate of any playing surface, and forms a core building block of the wider SGL ecosystem.

Together with TurfBase Sports, the TurfPod lets grounds managers create a living digital twin of their pitch: a continuously updating, data-driven picture of what’s happening both above and below the surface. Instead of relying on instinct alone, teams can see conditions change in real time and make objective, justifiable maintenance decisions before every game.

Built on everything we’ve learned

Every component of the new TurfPod has been redesigned for consistent performance in demanding, real-world environments, minimising downtime and maximising data accuracy. The device has been extensively tested in stadiums around the world, across different climates and conditions, to ensure reliable performance even under the toughest circumstances.

Key improvements in the new generation include:

  • A robust, redesigned exterior engineered for reliability in the field.
  • A new protective sleeve that covers the pins when the TurfPod is not in use, for a safer and more intuitive experience.
  • Seamless NFC connection to TurfBase Sports, delivering instant, actionable insight to support data-driven decisions.
  • Full backward compatibility, so the new TurfPod works alongside older units already in the ground.

A complete picture of the microclimate

TurfPod tracks six essential growth factors across both soil and surface conditions: air temperature, soil temperature, PAR light, salinity, humidity, and soil moisture, giving grounds teams a highly accurate view of their pitch’s microclimate. With multiple TurfPods, teams can map differences across a surface, monitor an unlimited number of pitches, and act precisely where action is needed.

That precision translates directly into efficiency. By using only the water, nutrients, and resources a pitch actually needs, grounds teams can reduce waste and costs while lowering their environmental footprint.

Smart technology, always connected

With 4G connectivity and built-in GPS, the TurfPod continuously transfers data to TurfBase Sports, so grounds managers can instantly see where and when problem areas appear. Wireless charging, cloud-based storage, and full IoT integration keep teams connected to their playing surface 24/7.

We listened closely to the people who use TurfPod every day and rebuilt it around their needs. The result is a more reliable sensor and, more importantly, a stronger foundation for the digital twin at the heart of the SGL ecosystem.

— Mark Trübenbacher, CEO at SGL

What grounds teams are saying

I couldn’t really fault the new TurfPod during testing, the experience has been very positive, and I’m genuinely excited about the full rollout. The most noticeable improvement for me is the consistency of the data readings, and the GPS performance is significantly better than in the old TurfPods.

— Oliver Deeming, FC Copenhagen

Availability and pricing

The new TurfPod is available now on a subscription basis starting at €67 per month, no large upfront investment required. Every subscription includes the TurfBase Sports Live data module, full service, maintenance, and free replacements. An optional Advanced data module adds GPS-based data overviews, in-depth VPD, ET and DLI analysis, out-of-range alerts, and heatmaps.

To request a quote or learn more, visit sglsystem.com/products/data-monitoring/turfpod.

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Turf Tank Continues UK Growth and Ongoing Development Ahead of SALTEX

Turf Tank Continues UK Growth and Ongoing Development Ahead of SALTEX

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Turf Tank Continues UK Growth and Ongoing Development Ahead of SALTEX

Turf Tank continues to grow across the UK, where its robots are hard at work marking pitches everywhere from Premier League stadiums to local schools and grassroots clubs.
The goal stays the same as the customer base grows: take the stress out of pitch marking, so groundsmen, volunteers, and facility managers get their time back to stay on top of everything else waiting on them.

Turf Tank Continues UK Growth and Ongoing Development Ahead of SALTEX

Turf Tank Continues UK Growth and Ongoing Development Ahead of SALTEX

Growing UK Base, Same Local Support

Subscription. Service. Stability. That is the model behind the growth. Every customer gets one bundled, predictable annual price, backed by a local team who knows their pitches and their conditions. Turf Tank expanded that UK team last year, adding regional specialists to bring support even closer to customers,

“Having people on the ground across the regions means our customers get help from someone who understands their conditions, their challenges, and their pitches,” said Mike Thomsen, Operations Manager at Turf Tank.

New Software Updates

Turf Tank also continues to build on what the robot can do, with new software updates rolling out to customers on a regular basis. Recent additions include:

  • Logo bundles. A growing library of pre-loaded logos customers can paint straight onto their pitch, covering holiday logos and common team mascots. Alongside the option to build a fully custom design.
  • Car park feature. The same robot that customers already use on their pitch can mark out car parks too, with stalls, angles, and symbols all set from the tablet.

Introducing the Base Station Pro

The Base Station has always been the foundation of the Turf Tank setup. It gives the robot a fixed point to measure from, so it paints in the exact same spot every single time.

Turf Tank is now adding another option: The Base Station Pro.
The Base Station Pro is mounted once, on a wall, a post, or a roof, and stays there. It holds the signal up to 8 kilometres with the same accuracy customers already trust.

The Base Station offers flexibility and is easy to bring along wherever a customer paints.
The Base Station Pro offers convenience, always mounted and always on, with no ongoing setup needed before painting. Whether the Base Station or the Base Station Pro is the better fit depends on how a customer’s pitches are set up.

Visit Turf Tank at SALTEX

Turf Tank will be at SALTEX on 11 and 12 November at the NEC, Birmingham. Drop by booth B100 to see the robot on display, learn more about the Base Station Pro, and chat with the team.

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Hayter® celebrates 80 years of British lawncare with a successful Glee

Hayter® celebrates 80 years of British lawncare with a successful Glee

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Hayter® celebrates 80 years of British lawncare with a successful Glee

Hayter®, the premium British lawncare brand, has concluded a highly successful appearance at Glee 2026, marking its 80th anniversary with a refreshed stand experience and the introduction of a new Lawn Care Tools range designed to strengthen its position as a complete garden performance brand.

Hayter® celebrates 80 years of British lawncare with a successful Glee

Hayter® celebrates 80 years of British lawncare with a successful Glee

Across the three-day event, Hayter presented its iconic Harrier® and Hawk lawnmowers alongside early merchandising concepts and POS solutions for the new tools range. Retailers responded positively to the brand’s clear product direction, premium packaging and design-led approach to elevating the lawncare category.

The Harrier, first introduced in 1970, remains one of Hayter’s most recognisable products and continues to be a cornerstone of the brand’s heritage. The model has earned long-standing industry recognition, including a BAGMA ‘Machine of the Year’ award in the 1980s and the ‘Mower of the Decade’ accolade from Service Dealer in 2007.

The Hawk range also attracted strong interest from retailers seeking lightweight, compact solutions for smaller gardens. Available in 36cm and 43cm cutting widths, Hawk models offer Hayter’s signature cut quality with an innovative storage design that reduces the mower’s footprint by up to 70%.* This feature was particularly well-received by retailers serving younger homeowners and customers with limited storage space.

A key highlight of the show was the preview of Hayter’s new Lawn Care Tools range. Designed to complement the brand’s mower portfolio, the tools feature premium materials, full-colour retail packaging and merchandising concepts that provide garden centres with a cohesive, high-quality alternative in a category often dominated by mass-market imports.

“Glee 2026 has been an important milestone for Hayter,” said Craig Hoare. UK sales and Marketing Manager. “As we celebrate 80 years of British lawncare expertise, we’re proud to present a product direction that blends heritage, innovation and modern design. The response from retailers has been extremely positive, and we look forward to building on this momentum throughout the 2027 season.”

Hayter will continue to roll out updates on the Lawn Care Tools range ahead of its full launch, with further details to be shared with trade partners later this year.

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