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Origin Green-tech strengthens health and safety expertise

Origin Green-tech strengthens health and safety expertise

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Origin Green-tech strengthens health and safety expertise

Origin Green-tech is celebrating the achievement of Goods-In Manager Josh Hebden, who has successfully completed the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.

Origin Green-tech strengthens health and safety expertise

Origin Green-tech strengthens health and safety expertise

The internationally recognised qualification provides a strong foundation in health and safety management and helps Origin Green-tech implement best practices to ensure the safety of all its colleagues. The qualification required a significant commitment from Josh, involving around 80 hours of classroom learning, 120 hours of self-study, plus extensive revision and assessment.

The assessment was split into two parts, including a 24-hour open-book examination and a practical workplace risk assessment. Josh completed his exam late into the evening before getting up at 5am the following morning to proofread his answers ahead of the 9am submission deadline.

Josh comments, “My interest in health and safety has grown since Origin took over, particularly through my role where I oversee a busy environment which involves vehicles, forklift trucks, delivery drivers and pedestrians.”

After completing the IOSH Managing Safely course in 2025, Josh wanted to build on his knowledge and included the NEBOSH qualification as a development goal in his annual review. With the support and encouragement of the Origin Health & Safety team, he was able to take that next step.

Josh added: “I don’t think I’ve ever done anything as difficult or challenging! Passing the qualification has given me a real sense of achievement, but more importantly it has completely changed the way I think about health and safety.

It’s taught me to look beyond the obvious, properly understand why things go wrong and take a more considered approach to managing risk. Most importantly, it has reinforced my belief that health and safety is all about people. It’s about creating an environment where everyone feels involved, valued and comfortable speaking up.”

The knowledge Josh has gained will support him in identifying hazards, assessing risk and putting practical controls in place within the Goods In environment, while also contributing to Origin Green-tech’s wider approach to health and safety.

Josh’s achievement reflects Origin Green-tech’s commitment to supporting colleagues in developing their skills and knowledge, while building a proactive health and safety culture across the business.

Origin Green-tech congratulates Josh on this significant achievement and the dedication he has shown in completing the qualification alongside his day-to-day role. His line manager Martin Rourke adds, “Completing the NEBOSH qualification is a fantastic achievement and a real reflection of Josh’s commitment to health and safety. What he has learned will be hugely valuable in his role as Goods-In Manager and will help us continue to strengthen our approach to safety across the business.”

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Italian style for new turf maintenance machinery

Italian style for new turf maintenance machinery

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Italian style for new turf maintenance machinery

A new range of high-performance Italian turf scarifiers and maintenance equipment is now available in the UK, from Techneat Engineering. The purpose designed and robustly manufactured Manotvani machines are hugely popular and highly respected across Europe.

Italian style for new turf maintenance machinery

Italian style for new turf maintenance machinery

The heavy-duty Mantovani scarifiers include pedestrian operated and self-propelled machines from 38cm to 60cm, designed for lawns and precision quality sports turf surfaces, along with a trailed 95cm machine with a mounted power source for larger areas, such as parks, gardens and sports fields.

The innovative self-propelled SC60-D, for example, features multiple renovation systems that can be configured for the required degree of scarification intensity on specific surfaces. Machines are supplied with swing-blades as standard, with the option for a fixed blade cassette  – typically for aggressive verticutting – or a combi cassette with swing blade and spring tines for scarifying, de-thatching and moss raking in one.  Powered by a reliable 4.1kw (6.5hp) Honda engine, the variable speed drive can operate at up to 4.5 km/hr.

Other models in the pedestrian range include the SC45 and SC38 popular for lawn and smaller sports turf maintenance. Featuring the same scarification options to suit specific surfaces, the machines incorporate independent wheels mounted on swing-arm axles, to remain parallel to the surface and maintain more consistent results.

The largest trailed SC95 scarifier is ideal for turf managers who don’t have access to a  tractor with a PTO function, but are now seeking to routinely aerate and renovate surfaces on a wider scale to promote turf health and sward density. Towed behind a tractor mower, for example, a 13hp mounted engine provides high capacity, cost effective scarification.

Commenting on the launch of the Mantovani range at GroundsFest 2026, Techneat amenity specialist, Richard Wheatcroft, highlighted: “Turf surface aeration and renovation has become increasingly important, to help recovery from cover loss during more frequent and intense heat and drought damage.

“Robust and reliable scarifiers are key to rapid and successful seedling establishment in the short windows when conditions are suitable, as well as part of an effective Integrated Turf Management (ITM) programme.

“The quality of the Mantovani engineering and innovative design features for their effective operation in practice, make the machines highly popular. Now they are available in the UK and backed with the renowned full spares and after sales support package from Techneat.”

In addition to the Mantovani scarifiers, the new equipment range also includes a mounted professional leaf and litter vacuum. Designed for rapid collection of material across a large area, the LVS-30 fits direct to the side or tailgate of an ATV or pick-up truck and  shoots collected materials direct into the vehicle load bed.  Ideal for parkland, car parks, large gardens, industrial areas and estates, it incorporates a powerful 9hp Honda engine, dual-belt direct drive and a lightweight 5m long, 180mm diameter pickup tube mounted on a swivel arm.

To find out more and to try out the Mantovani equipment range, visit the Techneat stand OSA70 at GroundsFest 2026, or get in touch via the website: https://www.techneat.co.uk/ground-care to book a demonstration trial.

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Rotadairon Stone Burier Joins the Campey Portfolio

Rotadairon Stone Burier Joins the Campey Portfolio

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Rotadairon Stone Burier Joins the Campey Portfolio

Campey Turf Care Systems has strengthened its soil-preparation offering with the addition of the Rotadairon Stone Burier, a versatile machine engineered to create a high-quality seedbed in a single pass.

Rotadairon Stone Burier Joins the Campey Portfolio

Rotadairon Stone Burier Joins the Campey Portfolio

Developed for the construction and renovation of green spaces, the Rotadairon combines the work of several implements in one operation. Its rotor cultivates and mixes the soil, while stones, vegetation and surface debris are directed beneath the cultivated layer. Selection-grid fingers retain coarser material as finer soil passes through, and the levelling blade and rear roller leave a clean, consolidated surface ready for seeding or turf establishment.

By integrating cultivation, burying, levelling, mixing and rolling, the machine can reduce the number of passes, tractor movements and separate attachments required to prepare a site. The result is a streamlined workflow for contractors and turf professionals working to tight programmes, particularly where a consistent finish is needed across natural sports pitches, golf developments, training grounds, landscaped areas and new amenity spaces.

The addition of the Stone Burier and the wider Rotadairon range gives Campey customers a comprehensive choice of specialist machines for soil preparation, renovation and ground care. From transforming rough or previously disturbed ground into a level, consolidated seedbed to supporting a broader range of site requirements, Rotadairon products complement Campey’s established machinery portfolio and reinforce its focus on efficient, high-quality solutions for natural and hybrid turf.

For product availability, model selection, demonstrations and technical advice, contact Campey Turf Care Systems at www.campeyturfcare.com

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Henton & Chatell celebrates 95th anniversary at GroundsFest

Henton & Chatell celebrates 95th anniversary at GroundsFest

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Henton & Chatell celebrates 95th anniversary at GroundsFest

Leading garden machinery distributor Henton & Chattell will return to GroundsFest 2026 in a landmark year for the business, as it celebrates 95 years since it was founded.

Henton & Chatell celebrates 95th anniversary at GroundsFest

Henton & Chatell celebrates 95th anniversary at GroundsFest

The company will unveil one of the biggest collections of new Cobra machinery in the brand’s history, with major launches spanning professional sports turf, robotic lawncare and domestic lawnmowers.

Taking centre stage will be the new Cobra Fortis Rotary 34, developed to complement the already successful Fortis Stadium 34 professional cylinder mower range. The new rotary model further strengthens Cobra’s growing presence within professional sports turf, offering grounds teams an additional high-performance mowing solution for stadiums, cricket clubs and other premium turf environments.

GroundsFest visitors will also get a first look at a new Cobra out-front mower, the latest generation of Cobra Mowbot robotic lawnmowers, and a number of other new additions to the Cobra range.

The new Mowbot range will include the Mowbot 800RTK X and Mowbot 1500RTK X, both featuring RTK satellite positioning, VSLAM visual navigation and intelligent obstacle detection to deliver accurate, wire-free mowing without the need for a traditional boundary cable. Multi-zone management and app-based control also allow users to easily manage different areas of the lawn.

Visitors will also be given an exclusive preview of the forthcoming Cobra Mowbot Edge, ahead of its planned launch in 2027. Designed to deliver a cleaner finish right up to the lawn edge, the Mowbot Edge features Precision Offset Drive technology, with a motorised lateral cutting adjustment system that moves the cutting disc beyond the wheel line. By allowing the mower to cut to within just 1cm of the lawn edge, the system is designed to deliver an exceptionally clean finish around borders and boundaries, significantly reducing – and in many cases eliminating – the need for follow-up trimming with a grass trimmer.

The Mowbot Edge will also introduce 180° Ultra-Vision Avoidance: Dual-Camera System. Featuring a new Side Camera alongside advanced AI vision, the system enables the mower to identify more than 300 different obstacles and expand its field of vision beyond the direction of travel. This allows it to effectively “see” around corners and respond in real time to pets, children, garden furniture, ornaments and other objects as it moves around the lawn.

Combined, the Mowbot 800RTK X, Mowbot 1500RTK X and preview of the 2027 Mowbot Edge demonstrate Cobra’s continued investment in next-generation robotic lawncare and make the 2026 showcase one of the most significant product showcases ever staged by the brand.

A major focus of the stand will also be the continued evolution of the Cobra Fortis range, including the Fortis Stadium 34 professional cylinder mower. Developed specifically for the sports turf market, the professional cylinder mower has been engineered to deliver the precision, consistency and finish demanded by stadiums, golf courses, cricket clubs and bowling greens.

Together, the Fortis Stadium 34 cylinder mower and new Fortis Rotary 34 underline Cobra’s growing commitment to the professional sports turf sector, combining robust engineering and exceptional cutting performance with the backing of Henton & Chattell’s established dealer support network.

The brand will also showcase its zero-turn and stand-on mowers. The new range includes the ZTR42L and ZTR50L zero-turn mowers alongside the ZTS32L and ZTS36L stand-on models. Designed for large estates, local authorities and landscapers maintaining larger areas, the machines feature heavy-duty cutting decks, premium engines and enhanced manoeuvrability to maximise productivity across demanding sites.

Henton & Chattell will also be showcasing a selection of models from the Billy Goat range. Built for demanding commercial applications, the range includes powerful leaf and litter vacuums, debris loaders, blowers, aerators, overseeders, scarifiers and turf renovation equipment. Designed to help contractors, grounds teams and landscaping professionals work more efficiently, Billy Goat machinery combines high performance, durability and user-friendly operation.

GroundsFest comes during a particularly significant year for Henton & Chattell, as the family business celebrates its 95th anniversary. Over nearly a century, the company has built a long-standing reputation for supplying quality garden machinery and supporting dealers across the UK, with Cobra becoming one of the country’s fastest-growing garden machinery brands.

Peter Chaloner, Managing Director of Henton & Chattell, said: “GroundsFest has become one of the standout events in the industry, bringing together dealers, contractors and grounds professionals from across the UK, so we’re delighted to be returning during such a significant year for our business.

“While celebrating our 95th anniversary gives us the opportunity to reflect on our heritage, it’s equally important to look ahead. Cobra has evolved dramatically in recent years and we’re continuing to invest heavily in new product development across domestic and professional markets. This year’s GroundsFest showcase reflects that ambition. From professional sports turf machinery and the latest robotic lawncare technology to new ride-on and lawnmower launches, we’re looking forward to showing visitors just how far the Cobra range has developed and where we’re taking the brand next.”

Representatives from the Henton & Chattell team will be available throughout GroundsFest to discuss the latest product launches, demonstrate the new machinery and talk to dealers, contractors and end users about the continued expansion of the Cobra range.

For more information on Cobra visit www.cobragarden.co.uk or to become a Cobra dealer, please contact Andy Marvin on 07771 581 296 or call our sales team 0115 986 6646.

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New Can-Am Traxter XU Puts Utility at the Forefront

New Can-Am Traxter XU Puts Utility at the Forefront

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New Can-Am Traxter XU Puts Utility at the Forefront

Can-Am, iconic brand of BRP Inc. (TSX/NASDAQ: DOO), proudly introduces its 2027 range of side-by-side vehicles (SSV) and all-terrain vehicles (ATV), putting Utility at the forefront for 2027. Available on almost every second-generation Traxter configuration, the XU model creates the ultimate workhorse SSV. If an ATV is the right tool for the job, the Can-Am Outlander Pro is the purpose-driven solution for any work environment.

New Can-Am Traxter XU Puts Utility at the Forefront

New Can-Am Traxter XU Puts Utility at the Forefront

Farmers, land managers and riders rely on an SSV that comes to work with them every day, ready to do every job that is asked of it: hold every tool needed for the day’s work, and be adaptable to changing needs and increased workloads.

Tractor homologation for on-road use

The Can-Am Traxter 6×6 XU HD10, the ultimate workhorse with a heavy-duty Rotax engine, is now available with an XU package that comes with Tractor homologation for on-road use, giving professionals greater flexibility to travel efficiently between job sites, fields, forests andworksites. Built for demanding applications, it combines exceptional versatility, capability and productivity, delivering uncompromising performance both on and off the road — moving between farms, forestry blocks and worksites on public roads under its own power, without a trailer or a second driver.

“Utility work does not follow a single pattern, and neither should the vehicle,” said Aymeric Collot, Business Development Manager, Utility, EMEA at BRP. “For 2027, the XU package brings our full work specification to almost every Traxter configuration — the machine fits the job in every regard, not the other way round.”

With the new Traxter HD10, Can-Am transfers the technology of the 2026 Traxter HD11 to its mid-horsepower segment. The model receives a new best-in-class 80-horsepower (58.8 kW) Rotax triple-cylinder engine along with a redesigned chassis and suspension, updated onboard technology and a revised interior. The three-cylinder layout runs more quietly and with less vibration, which reduces operator fatigue over a full working day and keeps noise low around livestock and on early-morning municipal routes.

Now available in Europe, the Traxter X mr HD11 takes mud performance to the next level, combining class-leading capability, purpose-built mud-ready features and relentless power for riders eager to tackle the toughest terrain with confidence. Typical applications are waterlogged pasture, rain-soaked forestry tracks and flooded field margins, where recovering a stuck vehicle usually costs a second machine and several hours of working time.

The 2027 Traxter HD11 is also equipped with BRP’s latest 10.25-inch Wireless Touch display, featuring embedded navigation powered by BRP GO! that keeps map and vehicle data available offline — relevant on large estates and dispersed sites without reliable mobile coverage. The display further adds a digital camera, which assists when reversing to a hitch or with a loaded cargo box, plus FM radio, improved digital audio, additional customization options and full-screen functionality.

In addition, for the new Traxter lineup, a new 5-inch colour instrument display positioned behind the steering wheel will provide improved visibility and a more intuitive interface. Designed to keep essential vehicle and riding information clearly within view, the display enables riders to monitor key metrics — fuel level, temperatures and drive mode — at a glance, for a more confident and connected driving experience.

The 2027 Can-Am Outlander Pro Lineup

ATVs continue to be a valuable tool, farmers and other utility-focused jobs. The Can-Am Outlander Pro was built exactly for those applications with specific work-inspired features. The Outlander Pro models feature firmer, work-oriented suspension settings, a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) that is calibrated for Utility applications, front and rear bumpers, A-arm protectors and thicker-ply tires. They also continue to feature a speed limiter thanks to the Intelligent Throttle Control (ITC) system, letting farm and fleet operators hand the keys to seasonal or less experienced staff with confidence.

Offering more connectivity packages than ever before, the high-horsepower Outlander XT and Backcountry models are now available with a 10.25-inch Touch display. The intuitive infotainment system offers a built-in GPS for access to offline mapping and group ride features, while also offering convenient ride settings adjustments on the fly.

The 2027 Can-Am lineup builds on the momentum generated by the launch of the Can-Am Outlander Electric earlier this year. As the industry’s first fully electric, T-homologated ATV, the Outlander Electric has been a game-changer for agricultural operators as it combines a quiet, emission-free operation with the proven Can-Am strength.

Can-Am also expands its 2027 lineup of Can-Am SSVs and ATVs with 105 new accessories that unlock more capability and confidence in demanding conditions.

For the complete 2027 Can-Am SSV and ATV visit can-am.brp.com and the Can-Am media kit.

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