EGO’S debut single-sided pro hedge trimmer

EGO’S debut single-sided pro hedge trimmer

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EGO’S debut single-sided pro hedge trimmer

The HTX7500S features a 75cm single-sided blade, which significantly lowers the overall tool weight to just 3.5kg without a battery. In addition to the benefit of reducing user fatigue, this strong and well-balanced machine helps users achieve longer, straighter cuts in both horizontal and vertical use.

EGO’S debut single-sided pro hedge trimmer

EGO’S debut single-sided pro hedge trimmer

Dual-action, triple-sharpened blades pair with a blade gap of 30mm, ensuring precise and efficient cutting for dealing with fresh growth as well as thicker, well-established branches. For even greater control, EGO has incorporated a digital three-speed selector with a variable trigger to help users optimise the cut during precision pruning or large-scale clearing tasks. Meanwhile, a helpful debris scoop sweeps clippings away from the hedge to ensure a tidy finish, healthier hedges and a reduction in clear-up time.

For simple tool care and maintenance, the hedge trimmer also features a handy blade alignment screw to make cleaning and sharpening easier, resulting in smoother cutting and minimising excessive vibration and strain, which can lead to damage. The tool is also fitted with a magnesium alloy gearbox with a convenient lubrication point.

Crucially, like all PRO X tools, EGO has also integrated Bluetooth connectivity to assist with tool and charging management via the EGO Connect and EGO Fleet apps. Here, grounds managers can complete over-the-air product and software improvements and manage charging schedules. And, like all tools in the EGO range, the HTX7500S uses the same 56V battery system, ensuring cross-compatibility with other tools in the range.

Neil McGuinness, OPE Product Development Manager at EGO, said: “Our PRO X series has been designed for professional grounds teams and local authorities, helping them to switch to battery technology while still achieving a full day’s work. Our innovative overnight and on-site charging system keeps crews productive across large estates or dispersed sites, while helping to improve the experience of green space users through quieter operation and cleaner air.

“With the HTX7500S, we’ve focused on the practical demands of commercial hedge cutting; long periods of use, consistent cut quality and reduced physical strain. The lightweight, ergonomic design and single-sided blade give operators the control and precision they need to deliver clean, straight finishes all day, while minimising fatigue and downtime on demanding maintenance schedules.”

To learn more about EGO’s PRO X range, visit: https://egopowerplus.co.uk/ranges/professional-x-range

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Origin Green-tech celebrates four 20-year milestones

Origin Green-tech celebrates four 20-year milestones

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Origin Green-tech celebrates four 20-year milestones

Four members of the Origin Green-tech team are celebrating an impressive 20 years with the business this year, marking two decades of commitment, development and contribution to the company.

Origin Green-tech celebrates four 20-year milestones

Origin Green-tech celebrates four 20-year milestones

Andrea Questari, Dean Jackson, Elaine Yates and Richard Wexham have each played an important part in the growth and development of the business since joining Green-tech, which began life in farm buildings in the village of Nun Monkton.

Twenty years on, the business has grown considerably, but the contribution of its people remains at the heart of its success.

Andrea joined Green-tech as a Technical Sales Advisor and was promoted to Sales Manager after three years. He is now Category Manager – Growing Media & Nutrients, responsible for developing and growing the category, working closely with suppliers, sales teams and customers to deliver growth.

His role includes identifying new opportunities, bringing innovative products to market, providing technical support and ensuring Origin Green-tech offers the right solutions to meet customer needs, while improving sales, margin and market share.

Andrea comments: “The people are what make Green-tech special for me. We have a collaborative culture where people genuinely care about one another and work together to achieve shared goals. The relationships I’ve developed over the years are a big part of why I enjoy working here.”

Dean joined the company as a Sales Office Administrator and has progressed through an impressive eight roles, from sales and technical positions to his current role as Commercial Manager.

Today, Dean oversees the Customer Service, Specification, Ecommerce and Systems teams, as well as using company data to identify opportunities, improve processes and support commercial growth.

Dean adds: “The people make the business. We have had some amazing people work here over the years and we have a great team. Everyone involved in the business has played a part in getting Origin Green-tech to where it is today.”

Elaine joined the company as an Operations Administrator. Since then, she has enjoyed four promotions to her current position as Operations and Logistics Manager. She is responsible for the day-to-day inbound and outbound stock movements across the business, helping to ensure products continue to move efficiently through the operation.

Reflecting on two decades with Green-tech, Elaine comments: “The people and the friendships gained have been a big part of my time here. We have worked on some high-profile jobs together as a team, which always gives the company a real feel-good buzz and a rewarding sense of achievement.”

Richard joined as a Technical Sales Advisor and went on to become Product Specification Manager before moving into his current role as Pipeline Support Manager.

Richard operates at the intersection of landscape design and practical delivery, helping landscape architects, engineers and developers translate complex design intent into robust, sustainable and buildable solutions.

He reflects, “I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved over the past 20 years. Throughout that time, the people I’ve worked alongside have become much more than colleagues or friends, they have become like family. Being part of our shared journey and success has been a privilege.”

Mark Andrews, Managing Director at Origin Green-tech, said: “Twenty years is a fantastic achievement, and I’m delighted to recognise Andrea, Dean, Elaine and Richard for their commitment to the business. Each of them has made a significant contribution over the years, and it’s great to see how their roles and careers have developed alongside the company. Their knowledge, experience and contribution are valued, and I’m looking forward to celebrating their achievement with them over lunch.”

The four employees’ 20-year milestones provide a reminder of how much the business has evolved since its early days operating from farm buildings in Nun Monkton. From those beginnings the company has grown into Origin Green-tech, a specialist supplier of sustainable land management solutions, serving customers across landscaping, forestry, farms and estates, the built environment and gardening.

While the business continues to evolve, the knowledge, experience and commitment of long-serving employees such as Andrea, Dean, Elaine and Richard remain an important part of its continued success.

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SISIS Brings Dependable Turf Care Solutions and Expert Advice to SALTEX

SISIS Brings Dependable Turf Care Solutions and Expert Advice to SALTEX

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SISIS Brings Dependable Turf Care Solutions and Expert Advice to SALTEX

After a year that has tested grounds teams with exceptionally hot, dry and unpredictable weather, SISIS will return to SALTEX 2026 on Stand E124 with a comprehensive range of turf preparation and maintenance equipment designed to help professionals create healthier, more resilient playing surfaces.

SISIS Brings Dependable Turf Care Solutions and Expert Advice to SALTEX

SISIS Brings Dependable Turf Care Solutions and Expert Advice to SALTEX

Throughout the season, grounds staff and greenkeepers have faced difficult decisions about when and how to carry out essential maintenance. At SALTEX, the experienced SISIS team will be available to discuss those challenges and provide practical guidance on selecting the right operation, using machinery effectively and achieving the best possible results from changing ground conditions.

The SISIS range provides solutions across every stage of turf preparation and maintenance, from scarification, aeration and overseeding to brushing, top dressing and surface preparation. Tractor-mounted and pedestrian machinery, together with specialist hand tools, gives grounds teams the flexibility to build maintenance programmes around the needs of individual surfaces rather than a single approach.

Darren McMahon, Head of Marketing at Howardson Group, said: “This year has reinforced just how important healthy, resilient turf is. The weather may be beyond our control, but the decisions grounds teams make about when and how they maintain their surfaces aren’t. Every venue is different, and our team will be at SALTEX to discuss those challenges and share practical experience that helps customers get the best possible results from their equipment.”

Built in Britain, SISIS machinery has earned a reputation for exceptional durability, dependable performance and long service life, with many machines remaining in regular use decades after they were first purchased. This combination of performance, serviceability and longevity continues to underpin the SISIS approach.

SISIS’ expertise also extends separately to synthetic sports surfaces through its hybrid and synthetic turf range, with specialist machinery and practical advice available to help maintain surface performance, cleanliness and longevity.

Megan Oliver, Managing Director of Howardson Group, said: “SALTEX has always been one of the most important events in the grounds management calendar for Howardson Group. It gives us the opportunity to showcase the continued development of Dennis, SISIS and Hunter Grinders, meet customers from across the industry and better understand the challenges they face. Those conversations are invaluable; they help ensure we continue to develop equipment that delivers the quality, reliability and performance grounds professionals depend on.”

The weather may be unpredictable. Dependable equipment and experienced advice shouldn’t be.

Visit SISIS on Stand E124 at SALTEX 2026 to discuss your turf maintenance challenges with the team and discover practical solutions for every stage of turf preparation and maintenance.

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Manufacturers Turn to SALTEX for Key Product Launches

Manufacturers Turn to SALTEX for Key Product Launches

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Manufacturers Turn to SALTEX for Key Product Launches

SALTEX 2026 is once again proving to be the industry’s launch platform of choice, with leading manufacturers selecting the exhibition to unveil new products, technologies, and equipment to a professional audience.

Manufacturers Turn to SALTEX for Key Product Launches

Manufacturers Turn to SALTEX for Key Product Launches

Taking place at the NEC Birmingham on 11-12 November, the show will feature a host of UK debuts and product launches spanning sports lighting, electric turf care equipment, turf nutrition, sustainability solutions and grounds management machinery.

Among the exhibitors launching new technology is LEDTURE, which will use SALTEX to officially introduce a range of sports lighting solutions. Highlights include the new Model A 960W and 480W Sports Floodlights, 40W Entertainment Luminaire, Entertainment Lighting System and Raise and Lower Column System, designed to improve performance, maintenance, safety and operational efficiency.

SALTEX will also provide the UK launch platform for a range of electric turf care equipment from DENAIYOU Intelligent Technology. New products include the E362B Electric Triplex Reel Mower, EDY750 Electric Turf Sprayer and EDL80A Electric Walk-Behind Cylinder Mower, reflecting growing demand for sustainable equipment that reduces emissions, noise and operating costs without compromising performance.

Innovation extends beyond machinery, with Origin Amenity unveiling its new Nutri-Max liquid nutrition range. Available in four formulations, the advanced fertiliser range has been developed to maximise nutrient efficiency, uptake, and turf performance.

Leading machinery manufacturers are also recognising the value of launching new technologies at SALTEX. ISEKI UK has announced a range of UK-first product introductions and electric-powered innovations, including the UK debut of the SXG327 ride-on mower, the Raymo electric mower and the TM3267E electric tractor, showcasing the latest advances in efficient and sustainable grounds maintenance equipment.

Kubota and Baroness will also use SALTEX to showcase their latest machinery innovations. Kubota’s display will feature its FC Series out-front centre collect mowers, alongside compact tractors and mowing solutions, while Baroness will highlight its premium GM2810A five-deck ride-on mower together with leading rotary and cylinder mowing technology.

Efficiency will be a central theme on the GKB stand, where the company will showcase its Deep Tine Aerator High Speed (HS), designed to help grounds teams maximise productivity and complete aeration tasks more efficiently.

Sustainability and resource recovery will also feature prominently, with Shred & Recycle Ltd showcasing its innovative Sand-Rubber Separation Plant. The only system of its kind in the UK, the plant demonstrates a sustainable process for recovering and reusing sports pitch infill materials. By separating and reclaiming sand and rubber for future use, the technology supports a circular economy approach that helps reduce waste and maximise resources.

New for 2026, the SAPCA Pavilion will bring together Foams 4 Sports, Premier Sports Surfaces, Mapei, Labosport, JUTA, Boud Minerals and GCP Chartered Architects, showcasing the expertise and partnerships behind modern sports and recreation facilities. The pavilion reflects SALTEX’s commitment to bringing the wider industry together, connecting suppliers, specialists, and decision-makers from across the sports turf, grounds management and facilities sectors.

Sarah Hunter, Head of Events at the Grounds Management Association (GMA), said: “SALTEX has always been about more than products. It’s about bringing the industry together to share ideas, build relationships and discover solutions that drive the sector forward. The breadth of innovations and new launches already confirmed for 2026 demonstrates manufacturers’ confidence in SALTEX as the place to engage with key decision-makers and grounds professionals.”

“From sports lighting and electric machinery to turf nutrition, sustainability solutions and facility development, SALTEX continues to showcase the full breadth of the industry. The introduction of the SAPCA Pavilion, alongside the significant number of product launches already confirmed, reflects our commitment to creating opportunities for collaboration while helping visitors discover the technologies and solutions shaping the future of the sector.”

These launches reflect broader industry trends as manufacturers continue to invest in smarter, cleaner, and more efficient solutions for sports turf and grounds management professionals.

From cutting-edge lighting systems and battery-powered equipment to advanced nutrition products, recycling technologies and innovative machinery, SALTEX 2026 will provide visitors with an unrivalled opportunity to experience the latest industry developments first-hand.

As the grounds management industry’s flagship exhibition, SALTEX remains the destination where manufacturers launch new products, demonstrate innovation and connect directly with the professionals shaping the future of sports turf and grounds care.

Register for free at: https://www.saltex.org.uk/saltex-2026-registrationhttps://www.saltex.org.uk/saltex-2026-registration

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Team Sprayers to Showcase Ground Care Range at SALTEX 2026

Team Sprayers to Showcase Ground Care Range at SALTEX 2026

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Team Sprayers to Showcase Ground Care Range at SALTEX 2026

Team Sprayers will return to SALTEX 2026 with a selection from its extensive range of British-built ground care sprayers, offering solutions for grounds teams, green keepers, contractors and amenity professionals.

Team Sprayers to Showcase Ground Care Range at SALTEX 2026

Team Sprayers to Showcase Ground Care Range at SALTEX 2026

Designed and manufactured at the company’s Ely headquarters, the Team ground care range covers everything from compact pedestrian machines for smaller or hard-to-reach areas through to self-propelled and tractor-mounted sprayers for larger sites. Across the range, the emphasis is firmly on practical design, accurate application and reliable performance.

The popular Cub and Scout pedestrian sprayers provide a versatile option for targeted spraying and smaller turf areas, with a choice of boom configurations available to suit different applications.

For operators looking to cover larger areas, the Vixen SP Pro offers greater capacity and productivity. The Vixen SP Pro combines a 150-litre tank with 24V electric drive, a 23 litre/minute pump and 3m boom, helping to make spraying larger areas efficient and straightforward.

Team also manufactures the Club tractor-mounted sprayer, providing a practical solution for golf courses, sports grounds and other amenity applications where greater capacity and coverage are required.

With more than 45 years of experience in sprayer design and manufacture, Team continues to develop its range in response to the day-to-day requirements of professional operators.

Visitors to SALTEX 2026 can meet the Team Sprayers team, take a closer look at the latest equipment and discuss the most suitable spraying solutions for their individual requirements.

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