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Dakota redesign electronic control panel to make it easier to use

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

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

A number of upgrades have been to the panel to make it meet the demands required. The first is the universal RAM mount that allows you to attach the display at a point convenient to you.

This makes using the new features within the panel extremely user friendly. This display contains reference guides for adjusting the spinner paddles and rate settings, helping to provide the most even spread possible.

These durable spreaders allow you to cover large areas while maintaining an extremely light footprint so as not to disrupt turf, and are ideal for sports fields and fairways. Designed to save time, eliminate waste, and reduce operating costs, Turf Tenders can also top-dress, fertilise, repair divots, load small top-dressers, fill bunkers, and move a wide variety of materials from the seat of the tractor, without having to replace attachment options.

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.

Luxury Carts Arabia Appointed New Ransomes Jacobsen Distributor for UEA

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Ipswich, Suffolk (04 November 2016) Ransomes Jacobsen, the Ipswich-based manufacturer of turf maintenance equipment, has appointed a new distributor to strengthen its position in the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East.

Saudi Arabia-based Luxury Carts Arabia has been appointed to market and distribute the company’s turf care products together with E-Z-GO golf cars in Bahrain, UAE, Qatar and Oman.

A new 25,000-square-meter distributor premises has been established in Al Quoz, the industrial area in central Dubai, with 15 employees, including three junior mechanics, three senior mechanics and an experienced after-sales support team headed up by Morne Barnard, Regional Sales RJ & Product Support Manager. Commenting on the new premises, Morne said:

“We are very pleased with our new premises in the centre of Dubai. It is a great location which will allow us to be closer to our customers. We are particularly proud of our parts inventory on-site; we stock over AED 1.5 million in spare parts, and we are able to order and receive additional parts within three working days. It is a great set up, and we cannot wait to provide our trademark service to customers in the region.”

Charlie Simpson, Regional Sales Manager at Luxury Carts Arabia, said:

“We are a new distributor but come with over 17 years’ experience within the region. We have recently retained the Dubai Golf Contract, and we have also won two big residential development projects this year. The owner of Luxury Carts Arabia, Bakr Balubaid, is delighted with the first year’s progress into the market and looks forward to many more successful years ahead.”

Scott Forrest, Ransomes Jacobsen’s International Business Development Manager for the region, said,

“We are pleased to welcome Luxury Carts Arabia to the Ransomes Jacobsen distributor network. I am confident that our new appointment will provide customers in the region with an unprecedented level of customer service and after sales support that has become synonymous with Ransomes Jacobsen. We are delighted that Bakr Balubaid and his team have come on board and wish them every success from this mutually beneficial trading agreement.”

About Textron Inc.

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna, Bad Boy Off Road, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation + Training.

For more information visit: www.textron.com.

 

Next Generation in Pop-up Irrigation Systems

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The next generation of pop-up irrigation has arrived with the launch of SIS Hydrobox.

SIS Pitches launch their latest development in irrigation technology the SIS Hydrobox at Saltex on November 2nd.

SIS Hydrobox, designed for groundsmen by groundsmen, is the simple way to manage pop-up irrigation systems and has been designed for quick and easy installation in both natural turf and SISGrass reinforced systems.

Unlike with traditional pop-up sprinklers, the SIS Hydrobox allows you to easily access the sprinkler head and pipework, and can be installed and removed without disturbing the surrounding area, thusensuring consistent performance across the field.

Luke Edwards, Sports Systems Development manager at SIS Pitches, commented; “We are very excited about the opportunities for SIS Hydrobox and delighted to launch it at Saltex.

“Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at SIS Pitches and SIS Hydrobox is part of our ongoing programme for improvement and simplicity within the industry.

“SISGrass, our hybrid pitch system, has already won a number of awards and we are expecting the same for SIS Hydrobox.

“SIS Pitches is founded on the principles of being designed for groundsmen by groundsmen and with SIS Hydrobox we have managed to solve an age old problem for groundsmen and women across the world.

“It is set to revolutionise pop-up irrigation systems for all natural turf and hybrid surfaces.”

SIS Pitches has many years of experience in delivering natural turf pitches and synthetic turf pitches to some of the greatest names in sport as well as to schools, colleges, universities, sports clubs and local authorities. SIS Pitches has offices in the UK, Ireland, Russia, Turkey, Holland, Middle East and Angola.

SIS Pitches are offering a 15% discount on SIS Hydrobox to anyone ordering at Saltex this week.

For more information go to www.sispitches.com

 

Ransomes Reveals New Cushman Hauler Range

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Ipswich, Suffolk (November 02, 2016) Ransomes, the Ipswich-based manufacturer of turf maintenance equipment, is the European distributor for the range of Cushman Utility vehicles. The new line of Cushman Hauler utility vehicles which includes the Hauler 1200, Hauler 1200 X, Hauler PRO and Hauler PRO-X, will be showcased at SALTEX 2016.

The all-new utility vehicles offer a truck-inspired design, practical dash, large bed and affordable accessories, ensuring there is a product offering to suit all applications. The Hauler PRO and Hauler PRO-X models feature a powerful 72-volt AC electric drive that can go 50 miles on a single charge.

This drive system delivers full-time regenerative braking, redirecting energy back into the vehicle’s batteries whenever the brakes are applied, recharging the batteries during use and further extending the vehicle’s energy efficiency and range.

All Hauler models are available with a 340-litre (12 cubic feet) durable roto-molded polyethylene bed. The standard poly bed includes integrated divider slots to allow for increased organisation with tie-down points and D-rings. Genuine Cushman bed accessories are also available, e.g. storage attachments for carrying long-handled tools and storage nets.

Functionality extends beyond the bed in the new Hauler design. New features include:

  • A standard rear hitch receiver to help crews tow whatever the day demands
  • Limited slip differential, standard on most models for ensured traction
  • Upgraded premium turf tyres that provide grip without damaging turf
  • Optional power dump for heavy lifting
  • A unique storage pocket and net within the poly bed to store equipment
  • Standard 12-volt outlet for charging radios, tablets and smartphones

The new line up of Hauler utility vehicles includes a highly functional dash that provides a clean, unobstructed line of sight for anyone behind the wheel. The new dash centralises the control panel that houses everything from the directional key switch and standard horn to the state-of-charge meter or fuel gauge and optional bed-lift switch.

Richard Tyrrell, Product Manager at Ransomes, said:

“The new Cushman Hauler range is the result of a lot of research into the requirements of greenkeeping and grounds care professionals. The functionality and design of the vehicles has been well thought out and the feedback we have received so far has been overwhelmingly positive.”

Functionality of any new Hauler utility vehicle can be enhanced with customised extras.  Additional affordable and versatile accessories include:

  • Bed Dividers
  • Brush guard
  • Canopy Storage Net
  • Cargo Mesh Net
  • Colour Options
  • Flexible Tool Clamps
  • Ladder/Hoop Rack
  • Long-Handled Tool Holder
  • Rear-view Mirror
  • ROPS-Certified Cab
  • ROPS-Certified Ball Cage
  • Weather Enclosure

About Cushman

Since 1901, Cushman vehicles have been recognised light-transportation solutions for commercial and industrial applications. Today, Cushman products include more than 10 different vehicle models, from this rugged 1600XD-R 4×4 utility vehicle, to the imposing Titan, a fully electric material-handling vehicle for indoor environments with a load capacity of 1,360 kgs, to the Minute Miser, perfectly suited for transporting people and small loads across large facilities. 

About Textron Inc.

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna, Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, Bad Boy Off Road, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation + Training.

For more information visit: www.textron.com.

Ransomes Introduce Ventrac Product Offering

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Ipswich, Suffolk (November 02, 2016) Ransomes, the Ipswich-based distributor of Ventrac equipment, has introduced their offering of Ventrac equipment which includes a compact tractor and many optional attachments, ideal for municipal and grounds maintenance applications.

The Ventrac 4500 diesel-powered tractor features a 25hp Kubota liquid-cooled three-cylinder diesel engine and a hydrostatic all-wheel drive. The versatile machine also features a centre-pivoting-articulating frame, integrated weight transfer traction control, 16 available front-mounted attachments and patented hand controls. With the optional dual wheel kit, the 4500 can operate on slopes of up to 30 degrees.

Ergonomically friendly controls have been developed which include an easy-to-reach automotive style parking brake and a relocated weight transfer lever that allows operators to easily adjust for increased stability on slopes and for increased lift capacity.

The sealed electrical system protects fuses, relays and terminals from corrosion and outdoor elements. A new automotive style wire harness allows a quick “plug-and-play” feature for ease of connecting optional tractor accessories.

The optional digital slope indicator with warning light integrates into the dash, providing easy visibility, and allows operators to continuously monitor the degree of slope operation.

The Ventrac 4500Y is perfectly suited for landscape contractors, municipalities, schools and universities that need to maintain large acreages of property all year round. The model 4500Y provides an excellent combination of power and versatility and comes backed with a two-year unlimited warranty.

Alan Prickett, Managing Director at Ransomes, said:

“The Ventrac tractor and attachments is a fantastic addition to our current product offering. The range and diversity of the attachments is vast and I believe these products will provide customers with much more flexibility and choice.”

Features of the Ventrac 4500Y include:

  • Enclosed Muffler
  • Enhanced Weight Transfer System
  • Pre-Wired Plug-and-Play Wire Harness
  • Fold-Down ROPS- standard
  • Suspension Seat- standard
  • Optional Digital Slope Indicator integrated into dash
  • Advanced Electronic Instrument Panel
  • 6 Function Warning Gauge and Alarm
  • Conveniently Located PTO Belt Tensioner
  • Onboard Diagnostic System
  • Sealed Electrical System
  • Thermostat Controlled Oil Cooler
  • Battery Disconnect Switch
  • Automotive Style Parking Brake
  • Universal PTO Switch
  • Enhanced SDLA Operator Controls
  • Optional Horn
  • 3 Tyre Options -Standard All Terrain Tyres, or optional Turf and Bar Tyres
  • 3-Point Hitch Accessory
  • 3-N-1 Adapter for towing and rear attachments

Available attachments for the Ventrac 4500 tractor include:

  • Aerators
  • Trencher
  • Tiller
  • Stump Grinder
  • Sod Cutter
  • Power Rake
  • Power Bucket
  • MC600 Mower
  • Contour Deck Mower
  • Terra Rake
  • Blower
  • Edger
  • Broom
  • Blade, Dozer
  • V-Blade
  • AERA-vator
  • Drop-Spreader

About Textron Inc.

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna, Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, Bad Boy Off Road, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation + Training.

For more information visit: www.textron.com.