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An Impressive Lineup from SISIS at SALTEX

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An Impressive Lineup from SISIS at SALTEX: At this year’s SALTEX, SISIS (Stand E082) will present an impressive lineup of turf maintenance equipment, each designed to address specific needs in the care of sports pitches, golf courses, and other fine turf areas.

Here’s a closer look at the standout products that will be on display:

Quadraplay

The Quadraplay is a versatile and compact machine that offers a complete solution for turf maintenance. This all-in-one system allows users to perform up to four different operations simultaneously, such as aeration, brushing, rolling, and surface grooming. With its easy-to-attach system and adjustable features, the Quadraplay is ideal for use on sports pitches, providing a cost-effective and time-efficient way to keep playing surfaces in top condition. Its multifunctional design makes it an invaluable tool for grounds persons looking to achieve a professional finish with minimal effort.

An Impressive Lineup from SISIS at SALTEX

An Impressive Lineup from SISIS at SALTEX

Auto Rotorake MK5

The Auto Rotorake MK5 is a powerful scarifier designed to remove thatch, moss, and organic matter from the turf surface, promoting healthier grass growth. Equipped with a range of interchangeable blades, the Auto Rotorake MK5 provides precise and efficient scarification, helping to improve drainage and reduce the risk of turf diseases. Its adjustable depth settings and ergonomic design make it suitable for a wide variety of turf types, ensuring that it meets the high standards required for maintaining pristine sports fields and ornamental lawns.

Multitiner

The Multitiner is a versatile aerator designed for effective turf aeration, which is crucial for maintaining healthy grass and soil. The Multitiner is suitable for use on various turf surfaces, from golf greens to football pitches, and offers a range of tine options to suit different aeration needs. Its unique design allows for easy handling and manoeuvrability, making it a practical choice for grounds persons looking to improve soil compaction, water infiltration, and root development. The Multitiner is renowned for its reliability and efficiency, providing consistent aeration results with minimal disruption to the playing surface.

Variseeder

The Variseeder is a precise overseeder designed to deliver accurate seed placement and even distribution, essential for promoting strong and uniform grass growth. This machine is perfect for renovating worn or damaged areas, as well as for establishing new turf. The Variseeder features an adjustable seed rate and depth control, allowing for customised seeding to match specific turf conditions. Its user-friendly design ensures that operators can achieve optimal seeding results quickly and efficiently, making it an excellent choice for groundskeepers looking to enhance turf density and quality.

Dart

The Dart is a high-performance aerator specifically engineered to provide clean penetration into the soil, enhancing aeration and promoting healthier root systems. It is particularly effective for use on compacted areas and high-traffic sports surfaces such as bowling greens, croquet lawns, cricket squares and ornamental lawns. The Dart’s unique design allows for maximum soil penetration with minimal surface disruption, ensuring that playing surfaces remain smooth and playable. With its robust construction and easy-to-use features, the Dart is an ideal choice for grounds persons looking to maintain the health and resilience of their turf.

The SISIS team will be available throughout to provide expert advice, answer questions, and demonstrate how their innovative products can help improve turf quality and maintenance efficiency.

For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact SISIS on 01332 824 777 or visit www.sisis.com

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Dennis Mowers to Showcase Cutting-Edge Technology at SALTEX

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Dennis Mowers to Showcase Cutting-Edge Technology at SALTEX: Dennis Mowers, part of the Howardson Group, is gearing up for an exciting showcase at SALTEX 2024. Set to take place on 30 and 31 October at the NEC in Birmingham, Dennis Mowers will be displaying their innovative range of electric mowers and turf maintenance equipment at Stand E070.

Visitors to the Dennis Mowers stand can expect to see the latest advancements in turf maintenance technology. Here’s a sneak peek of the key products that will be on display:

ES-510

The ES-510 is an outstanding electric mower designed specifically for fine turf surfaces, making it an ideal choice for maintaining pristine sports such as bowling greens, croquet lawns, cricket squares and ornamental lawns. This model boasts a 510mm cutting width and is powered by advanced lithium-ion battery technology, providing a quieter and more environmentally friendly operation without compromising on performance. The ES-510 also features a versatile interchangeable cassette system, allowing operators to switch easily between different maintenance tasks, such as cutting, verticutting, and brushing.

Dennis Mowers to Showcase Cutting-Edge Technology at SALTEX

Dennis Mowers to Showcase Cutting-Edge Technology at SALTEX

ES-34R

The ES-34R is a 34″ (860mm) battery powered twin blade rotary mower using the lithium-ion battery technology. It is ideal for fine turf mowing and cleaning up operations and is used in many stadia and training facilities. Utilising the contra rotating hardened steel blades and low chute ensures maximum collection performance.

ES-860

The ES-860 is a powerful, high-capacity battery powered cylinder mower designed for larger sports fields and amenity areas. It delivers maximum versatility and has a range of 13 interchangeable cassette options to provide a solution for many day-to-day maintenance tasks such as cutting, scarifying, brushing and verticutting.

ES-22 Ultra

The ES-22 Ultra is a premium electric mower that combines cutting-edge technology with superior build quality, tailored specifically for bowling greens and other fine turf surfaces. Featuring a 22-inch cutting width, the ES-22 Ultra provides a consistent and even cut, which is crucial for maintaining a smooth, level playing surface. One of the standout features of the ES-22 Ultra is its tungsten-tipped groomer, which offers precise grooming to improve the overall health and appearance of the turf.

FT510

With a 51cm working width, the FT510 provides its user with comfort, flexibility and excellent performance. A true sense of control is obtained through the unique roller clutch drive for a smooth take-up and a variable clip rate helping to create the desired finish.

In addition to showcasing these state-of-the-art products, the team from Dennis Mowers will be on hand at Stand E070 to provide expert advice.

For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact Dennis 01332 824 777 or visit www.dennisuk.com

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Fit and forget with DuraPost® VISTA composite panels

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Fit and forget with DuraPost® VISTA composite panels: Birkdale, the UK’s leading supplier of fencing and gate accessories, is launching a new composite fence panel range: DuraPost® VISTA. Designed to provide both beauty and durability at an affordable price, the panels can be used for boundary fencing or to create sleek garden features.

DuraPost® VISTA panels have an attractive timber-look design. Incredibly easy to install, they are lightweight and feature a tongue in groove design, that makes the process simple and hassle-free to undertake on site. The panels also integrate seamlessly with the DuraPost® galvanised steel fence post system and post infills to ensure installers can turn to Birkdale for a complete fencing solution.

Fit and forget with DuraPost® VISTA composite panels

Fit and forget with DuraPost® VISTA composite panels

Once in-situ, the weather resistant panels will perform for the long-term. Made from a recyclable and sustainable wood-plastic composite (WPC), the panels have minimal environmental impact. They are also UV stabilised and will not rot, warp or splinter, retaining their integrity for each season, without the need for any annual treatment to protect and preserve their finish. As such, they are backed by a 15-year guarantee.

Finally, the panels are available in three different colourways – exclusive to this particular DuraPost® range – Oyster, Teak and Graphite, which ensures there is a solution to complement any existing architectural features.

John Abernethie, CEO at Birkdale, commented: “We are delighted to be expanding our DuraPost® composite panel range even further. The aim is to provide homeowners, installers and commercial contractors alike with a cost-effective fencing option that they can trust will perform for the long-term.”

For more information about Birkdale’s DuraPost® VISTA composite panels, visit: https://www.birkdalesales.com/

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Green-tech Launch Updated TreeParker® Brochure

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Green-tech Launch Updated TreeParker® Brochure: Green-tech, the leading supplier of landscaping and forestry solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its updated TreeParker® brochure, highlighting the enhanced water management features designed to meet the evolving needs of urban tree planting projects.

TreeParker®, a versatile Urban Tree Planting & Water Management Cell System, has been engineered to address the well-documented challenges of urban tree planting, from traffic loading to pavement lifting, while seamlessly integrating essential utilities. Distributed exclusively in the UK by Green-tech, TreeParker® offers a smart combination of Green, Grey, and Blue to address the well-documented challenges of urban tree planting; from traffic loading to pavement lifting and integrating essential utilities.

Green-tech Launch Updated TreeParker® Brochure

Green-tech Launch Updated TreeParker® Brochure

Key Features of TreeParker®:

Engineered SuDS Solution: TreeParker® is not just a structural support system for urban trees; it’s a comprehensive sustainable urban drainage system (SuDS) solution that benefits both tree roots and the environment. The system provides numerous benefits, from water storage to filtration and water reuse, providing a circular approach to surface water management.

Optimised Rooting Space: The rigid, yet open structure of TreeParker® ensures that 95% of the tree pit area is dedicated to soil, allowing uninterrupted root establishment without the risk of soil compaction or upward root growth. This design maximises the space available for growing media and ensures contact with surrounding soil to ensure a natural growth environment.

Tested for Heavy Traffic Loads: TreeParker® is composed of modular units strong enough to support the heaviest wagons. The load is transferred from the surface paving to the formation ground via the TreeParker® frames and reinforced posts, avoiding any pressure on the soil within the tree pit.

Stress-Free Utility Integration: The system is designed to work under the urban environment. The simple, open construction enables contractors to straddle over new and existing service lines and pipes, with no integrated side walls to get in the way.

Holistic Water Management: As urban areas face increasingly complex challenges related to stormwater management that extend beyond just preventing flooding, TreeParker® offers a solution that balances urban development and the quality and quantity of urban run-off while enhancing biodiversity and sustainability—a true representation of sustainable blue-green infrastructure.

“With the growing importance of climate resilience and sustainability, urban tree planting is more critical than ever,” said Seraya Sigsworth, Product Specification Manager at Green-tech. “Taking a green asset that naturally provides biodiversity and amenity and combining it with water management creates a true vision of sustainable blue-green infrastructure. TreeParker® is designed to meet these challenges head-on, offering a modular, engineered solution that supports both tree health and urban water management. Our updated brochure emphasises these benefits, giving our customers the information they need to make informed decisions for their urban tree planting projects.”

For more information and to request a copy of the updated TreeParker® brochure, please visit www.green-tech.co.uk or call 01423 332100.

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Dubai Creek installs state-of-the-art irrigation system

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Dubai Creek installs state-of-the-art irrigation system: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club is nearing the completion of a significant investment to totally overhaul and modernise its on-course irrigation system, and further enhance course conditioning. 

This extensive project is set to be completed by October 2024 and will revolutionise the way the golf course is managed and maintained, in addition to taking a crucial step in the club’s journey towards greater sustainability.

Dubai Creek installs state-of-the-art irrigation system

Dubai Creek installs state-of-the-art irrigation system

The advanced upgrade includes the installation of new main lines, lateral lines, a cutting-edge sprinkler system, and a state-of-the-art computer system. In total, more than 3,000 sprinklers and 40 kilometres of pipe will be laid to ensure full irrigation coverage across all 18 holes, encompassing all tees, fairways, approaches, and greens.

“The irrigation overhaul provides Dubai Creek with the most advanced automated irrigation system available,” said David Taggart, Club Manager at Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club. “The golf course is our most important asset and water is our most important resource. By installing this new system, Dubai Golf is showing its commitment to providing the best possible playing conditions for members and guests, for many years to come. What’s more, we will be able to target our resources in much greater detail, saving significant time and more importantly 30,000,000 litres of water a year.”

One of the standout features of this new system, installed in partnership with Rain Bird, is the ability to control and monitor irrigation in real-time through tablets and smart phones. This level of intelligence and insight allows golf course maintenance managers to efficiently adapt to the changing conditions and apply the minimum amount of water required to produce excellent playing surfaces.

“Dubai Creek was named the number one golf resort in the UAE last year, and we are keen to continue driving the club forward and enhancing the playing experience even further. With this significant investment, the maintenance team at Dubai Creek will be able to work more accurately and efficiently, and ultimately deliver a golf course that is better conditioned than ever before,” said Chris May, CEO of Dubai Golf.

“This isn’t just an incremental improvement; it’s a total overhaul designed to bring Dubai Creek to the forefront of sustainable agronomy practices but also to the attention of golfers worldwide as a must-visit golfing destination,” he added.

Taggart commented: “Dubai Creek has built a significant legacy both locally and internationally since it opened in 1993. This sizeable investment allows the club to continue to build on that legacy and be prepared for the challenges of tomorrow. We are very proud of the excellent work our Superintendent, Harry Wells and his team produce and providing them with the state-of-the-art technology allows them to continue to set the standard for excellence in an environmentally responsible manner.”

The team at Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club continue to build on the success of hosting the DP World Tour’s Dubai Invitational earlier this year in which Tommy Fleetwood beat Rory McIlroy down the stretch and entering the Golf World Top 100 World Golf Resorts at #43 and as #1 in the UAE.

For more information about Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, visit: https://dubaicreekresort.com/dubai-creek-golf-club/

For more information on Dubai Golf and its entire portfolio including Emirates Golf Club, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Topgolf Dubai, Yas Links, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, and Yas Acres Golf and Country Club, visit: https://dubaigolf.com/

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