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Hunter Grinders Returns to GroundsFest with Expanded Portfolio

Hunter Grinders Returns to GroundsFest with Expanded Portfolio

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Hunter Grinders Returns to GroundsFest with Expanded Portfolio

Hunter Grinders will return to GroundsFest 2026 following a successful appearance at last year’s exhibition, where the Jupiter ATI ‘All in One’ Grinder attracted significant interest from grounds professionals seeking greater precision, consistency and efficiency in their workshops.

Hunter Grinders Returns to GroundsFest with Expanded Portfolio

Hunter Grinders Returns to GroundsFest with Expanded Portfolio

Returning to this year’s event, the Jupiter ATI will once again take centre stage, giving visitors the opportunity to see the machine up close and speak with the Hunter Grinders team about the benefits of precision grinding for professional cylinder mower maintenance.

Designed for busy workshops, the Jupiter ATI combines automated traverse, indexing and in-feed functions with precision engineering to minimise operator input while delivering accurate, repeatable grinding results. Smooth linear bed rails with self-adjusting bearings enable grinding accuracy to within 0.05 mm (2 thou), while the machine accommodates cylinders up to 1067 mm (42″). Advanced spin and relief grinding capabilities, together with a solid cast bed construction and twin LED work lights, provide the precision and durability demanded by professional workshops.

Since GroundsFest 2025, Hunter Grinders has further expanded its range with the launch of the Amazon Bottom Blade Grinder. Although the Jupiter ATI will be the featured machine on the stand, visitors will also be able to discuss the Amazon with the Hunter Grinders team and learn how the two machines combine to provide a complete grinding solution for modern workshops.

Throughout the exhibition, Hunter Grinders’ technical specialists will be available to answer questions, discuss individual workshop requirements and explain how precision grinding contributes to improved cutting performance, longer component life and consistently high standards of mower maintenance.

Whether visitors are considering upgrading existing equipment or investing in a new workshop, GroundsFest provides the ideal opportunity to discover why professional turf maintenance teams continue to choose Hunter Grinders for precise, accurate and dependable grinding solutions.

Visit the Hunter Grinders team at GroundsFest 2026 to see the Jupiter ATI and discuss the latest developments in precision grinding technology, including the new Amazon Bottom Blade Grinder.

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Dennis Mowers to Showcase Complete Turfcare Solutions at GroundsFest

Dennis Mowers to Showcase Complete Turfcare Solutions at GroundsFest

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Dennis Mowers to Showcase Complete Turfcare Solutions at GroundsFest

Dennis Mowers, part of the Howardson Group, will return to GroundsFest 2026 on Stand 50, Hall 1, showcasing professional turf maintenance equipment designed to meet the needs of grounds teams across every level of sport.

Dennis Mowers to Showcase Complete Turfcare Solutions at GroundsFest

Dennis Mowers to Showcase Complete Turfcare Solutions at GroundsFest

As one of Britain’s leading manufacturers of professional turfcare machinery, Dennis combines more than a century of engineering expertise with a global reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality equipment. Trusted by everyone from local clubs and schools to international stadiums and championship venues, Dennis machines help maintain consistently high standards across golf, football, rugby, cricket, bowls, tennis and many other sports.

A key focus at this year’s show will be the Dennis E-Series. Developed from the company’s successful petrol range, the battery-powered machines deliver the same renowned quality of cut and dependable performance, while offering the additional advantages of modern lithium-ion technology.

Compared to petrol-powered equipment, the E-Series provides quieter operation, significantly lower hand-arm vibration, zero exhaust emissions during use and lower day-to-day running costs. Fast charging, familiar controls and proven machine platforms make the transition to battery power straightforward for professional grounds teams.

On display will be the ES-34SL lightweight finishing mower, ES-34R, ES-510 and ES-22 Ultra, demonstrating the breadth of the Dennis electric range. Visitors can also see trusted petrol models including the G860 interchangeable cassette mower, FT610, Razor Ultra and S500 Plus, alongside dedicated FT and G860 cassette displays that showcase the versatility of Dennis’ interchangeable cassette system.

Whether considering battery-powered technology for the first time or expanding an existing fleet, visitors can speak with the Dennis team about selecting the right equipment for their maintenance programmes and discover how British engineering continues to support the highest standards in professional turfcare.

Visit Dennis Mowers on Stand 50, Hall 1, at GroundsFest 2026.

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Husqvarna reinforces its commitment to women in golf

Husqvarna reinforces its commitment to women in golf

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Husqvarna reinforces its commitment to women in golf

Husqvarna, the global leader in robotic mowing and smart outdoor power solutions, has pledged to support the growth of golf for women across several exciting announcements following last week’s AIG Women’s Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes.

Husqvarna reinforces its commitment to women in golf

Husqvarna reinforces its commitment to women in golf

The brand believes the future of golf depends not only on attracting more women and girls to play the game, but on creating an industry where women can build careers, lead organisations and drive innovation.

Working alongside golf clubs, governing bodies, tournament partners and educational organisations, Husqvarna will focus on four key areas: creating more inclusive pathways into golf, supporting women’s careers across turf management and technology, increasing the visibility of female role models, and embedding diversity and inclusion across its golf activities.

This commitment has recently been strengthened through Husqvarna’s signing of The R&A Women in Golf Charter, reinforcing the brand’s ambition to help create a more inclusive future for the game.
“Creating more opportunities for women in golf means looking beyond participation. We also need to inspire more women to see golf as an industry where they can build rewarding careers, lead organisations and help shape the future of the game,” said Yvette Henshall-Bell, President, Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division.

“At Husqvarna, we’re proud to support initiatives that encourage greater representation across every part of golf, from championship sport and course management to technology, sustainability and leadership,” she added.

Husqvarna’s commitment is reflected across a range of global initiatives. The company supports leading women’s events, including the AIG Women’s Open; the Australian Women’s Open and Australian WPGA Championship, while its ambassador team includes Anna Nordqvist, Iona Stephen, Sarah Stirk and Ellie Skoog.

Away from elite competition, Husqvarna is helping to promote careers in golf through initiatives such as BIGGA’s First Green programme, supporting STEM education and showcasing opportunities within robotics, engineering, turf management and sustainability. The company also participated in The R&A Women in Sport Summit, joining leaders from across the industry to discuss how organisations can create more inclusive environments and increase opportunities for women.

With a heritage spanning more than 335 years and partnerships with golf facilities in more than 100 countries, Husqvarna believes the future of golf depends on embracing innovation, sustainability and inclusion. By becoming a signatory of The R&A Women in Golf Charter, the company is committing to measurable actions that will help shape a more diverse and sustainable future for the game.

For more information about Husqvarna’s golf solutions, visit https://www.husqvarna.com/uk/industries-and-solutions/golf-courses/

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Origin Green-tech TreeParker® aids biodiversity and water management

Origin Green-tech TreeParker® aids biodiversity and water management

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Origin Green-tech TreeParker® aids biodiversity and water management

Burnholme Green is a flagship residential development being delivered by the City of York Council as part of its wider Housing Delivery Programme.

Origin Green-tech TreeParker® aids biodiversity and water management

Origin Green-tech TreeParker® aids biodiversity and water management

The development comprises 78 homes, built to stringent Passivhaus standards and designed to achieve net-zero carbon in use. This is the council’s first net-zero carbon in-use development and sets a new benchmark for sustainability in York. The idea was to create a healthy, sustainable, and inclusive neighbourhood, providing vital local housing whilst also addressing climate change.

A key feature of this project is its landscape-led design. Rather than treating green space as a necessary planning requirement, the landscape helps to shape the entire development. The focus is on creating a neighbourhood that promotes health, wellbeing, biodiversity and social interaction. Abundant open spaces, community gardens, shared growing areas, and attractive pedestrian routes positively encourage residents to spend time outdoors and engage with one another, including a number of car-free ‘play streets’.

Caddick Construction was the main contractor, and landscape implementation, including public open spaces, was overseen by Caddick Civil Engineering and carried out by landscape contractors, Atlas Green.

LONG TERM RELATIONSHIPS

Caddick Construction has provided groundworks and civil engineering expertise for over forty years, with Origin Green-tech supporting their projects for more than twenty years. Whilst Atlas Green, one of Yorkshire’s leading landscaping companies for the past four decades, works across commercial and housing developments, including groundworks, drainage, and tree protection, and has built a valuable and trusted relationship with Origin Green-tech since 2005.

CHALLENGES

The landscape design was developed by BBUK Studio in London, with the tree pits initially designed using Origin Green-tech’s tree raft system. Early in the scheme, Origin Green-tech attended a site meeting with Caddick to discuss the best way of achieving the most efficient tree pits. In conjunction with Caddick and BBUK, it was decided to switch from the raft to the TreeParker® crate-style system. BBUK amended the landscape plans, working closely with, and using detail drawings supplied by Origin Green-tech’s team.

ORIGIN GREEN-TECH PRODUCTS SUPPLIED

TreeParker® offers several benefits: quick, simple assembly and installation, and water attenuation capability, making it an effective Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SuDS) solution. Each TreeParker® tree pit can hold around 40-45% of its overall volume in water at full saturation. This excess water is allowed to percolate naturally into the base formation or is connected to a positive drainage outlet that returns it to the main drainage system. Developed to combine robust tree root management with SuDS performance, TreeParker® delivers a technically advanced solution that aligns well with the project’s sustainability goals.

The TreeParker® system enables trees to be planted within paved and pedestrianised areas without compromising the structural integrity of the rooting soil. The high load-bearing capacity ensures that the paved surfaces above remain supported while protecting the soft, organic topsoil in the tree pit from compaction, enabling strong, healthy tree growth.

With six depth options and support posts rather than side walls, the system’s modular, utility-friendly design simplifies installation around underground services, allowing tree roots to thrive without affecting infrastructure. As a result, the project supports healthier trees that are better equipped to withstand urban stress and future climate variability. Unique TreeParker® spacers were used to extend and to ensure the most cost-effective use of the available space.

800mm-deep TreeParker® cells were supplied for the trees in hard landscaping throughout the scheme, as well as ancillary items such as tree anchors, Mona irrigation rings, gt325 root barrier, ornamental bark, and specialist bioretention soil for the rain gardens. In total, around 300 cubic metres of supported rooting volume was created, featuring over 300 tons of Green-tree British Standard topsoil, and 260 tonnes of subsoil.

IMPACT AND OUTCOME

Harry Ryder, Contracts Manager at Atlas Green, comments, “I am incredibly pleased with the TreeParker® system. From delivery to installation, everything ran smoothly. I believe it’s easily the best tree pit system on the market. It’s simple to use, install, and highly effective.

The Origin Green-tech team provided on-site installation training, which was a great service, although to be honest, it wasn’t really needed as the system is so straightforward. The client is delighted with the finished result, and we wouldn’t hesitate to use TreeParker® again on future projects.”

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GreenBest To Showcase Turf Care Solutions and Bespoke Services at GroundsFest

GreenBest To Showcase Turf Care Solutions and Bespoke Services at GroundsFest

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GreenBest To Showcase Turf Care Solutions and Bespoke Services at GroundsFest

GreenBest will return to GroundsFest in 2026, giving grounds professionals, landscapers and lawn care specialists the opportunity to explore its extensive range of turf and lawn care solutions.

GreenBest To Showcase Turf Care Solutions and Bespoke Services at GroundsFest

GreenBest To Showcase Turf Care Solutions and Bespoke Services at GroundsFest

Visitors to Stand 28 in Hall 1 will be able to meet the GreenBest team, discuss their turf management requirements and learn more about the company’s professional product ranges and bespoke services.

With decades of industry experience, GreenBest supplies customers across the UK and internationally with reliable products supported by knowledgeable, personal service. At this year’s event, the company will showcase its range of liquid, granular and soluble fertilisers, alongside soil conditioners, biostimulants, wetting agents, grass seed and application equipment.

The portfolio is designed to support turf and lawn management throughout the year, from routine nutrition and seasonal feeding programmes to targeted treatments for specific soil and turf requirements.

GreenBest will also highlight its established Velvit range for the professional turf and amenity sectors, together with SmartLawn, its dedicated range for professional lawn care businesses.

GreenBest’s fertilisers are manufactured at its facility in Somerset, with a strong focus on quality, consistency and dependable performance. The company’s flexible manufacturing capabilities also allow it to provide bespoke fertiliser products and services for customers around the world.

These services include custom formulations, private-label products, tailored packaging and branded labels. Whether customers require a specific nutrient analysis, a product developed for a particular market or a complete own-brand range, GreenBest works closely with them to develop practical, market-ready solutions.

Technical support remains an important part of the GreenBest service. Its experienced sales team includes FACTS-qualified advisers who can provide guidance on nutrition, soil health, product selection and seasonal application programmes.

Visitors to GroundsFest can speak directly with the team about product recommendations, tailored nutritional programmes and bespoke manufacturing opportunities.

To learn more about GreenBest’s product ranges and bespoke capabilities, visit Stand 28 in Hall 1 at GroundsFest 2026 or go to www.greenbest.co.uk

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