Germinal’s New Sales Representative

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Germinal’s New Sales Representative: Germinal has recruited Alex Beesley as its new Amenity Technical Sales Representative for South Wales, the South Midlands and the South West of England.

Based from his home in Rugby, Alex will provide technical sales support to Germinal’s customers throughout his region and will be responsible for promoting the company’s popular range of Grade-A sports and amenity grass seed mixtures to golf course greenkeepers, turf growers, sports groundsmen and landscapers.

Germinal's New Sales Representative

Alex will also be responsible for promoting Germinal’s specialist amenity fertiliser range which includes conventional compound products as well as liquid and phased-release fertilisers and specialist sward conditioners.  Alex will also promote Germinal’s range of regional and general landscaping wildflower seed mixtures.

Alex joins Germinal with a wealth of sales and marketing experience within the golf and grounds maintenance sectors: he has previously held positions with DBS Leoch Ltd and Midlands Grounds Machinery where he was responsible for developing new sales accounts and providing class-leading levels of aftersales and service support.

Prior to this Alex was the sales and marketing manager for The Oxfordshire Golf, Hotel and Spa and more latterly had his own golf consultancy business, acting as a golf sales agent for JS International.

Alex can be contacted via the following:

Mobile: 07795 416391

Email: alex.beesley@germinal.com

Web: www.germinalamenity.com

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Kubota Unveils New RTV-X1110

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Kubota Unveils New RTV-X1110: The importance of a reliable machine with the power to deliver, is paramount for the demanding tasks in the ground keeping industry.

Kubota are well known for their range of groundcare machinery, which are built for premium efficiency, comfort and versatility. 

Kubota Unveils New RTV-X1110

For demanding everyday tasks in the turf care sector, machines need to be both reliable and hardworking in all conditions. Kubota prides itself on manufacturing machinery that is exceptionally efficient, comfortable and with features such as power steering as standard, keeping up with the ever changing demands and needs of the industry.  

Built for almost any terrain or task, the RTV-X1110 boasts power steering, an advanced suspension system, deluxe split-bench seats, full ROPS protection and an easily accessible high capacity, hydraulic cargo tipping bed. A totally enclosed heated cab is also available and all models are fully homologated and road legal.  

Kubota UK, the leading manufacturer of agricultural, groundcare and construction equipment, has announced its new RTV-X1110 vehicle.  

Featuring a powerful and economical 24.2 HP Kubota 3-cylinder liquid cooled OHV diesel engine with selectable 2/4WD, the RTV-X1110 offers exceptional performance both off and on-road. With its unique drive train arrangement, Kubota’s innovative 3-range VHT-X variable hydrostatic transmission and dynamic engine braking, the RTV X1110 is one of the most controllable and versatile utility vehicles on the market. The model can stop and resume climbing without the need for braking, with its rapid acceleration and improved traction. In addition, it boasts low emissions and excellent fuel economy.         

With more versatility, the RTV-X1110 features an advanced adjustable front and rear independent suspension system, class leading ground clearance and the ability to tow up to 590kg, or carry 540kg in its hydraulic-lift cargo bed.  

Adrian Langmead, business development manager, tractor and groundcare, Kubota UK, added:“We are delighted to unveil our RTV-X1110 vehicle which having recently launched at this year’s SIMA Paris International Agribusiness Show, is really making its mark on the groundcare industry.  Kubota UK continues to be a leading force within the groundcare industry and we will continue to build on this heritage and expertise to create first class machinery for years to come.”

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Reesink’s New Fleet Of Vans

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Reesink’s New Fleet Of Vans: Reesink Turfcare, the UK distributor for top turfcare brands including Toro, TYM Tractors and Otterbine lake and pond aeration, has invested in six new service vehicles for its mobile technicians.  

With the up-to-date and extended fleet, Reesink is now more equipped than ever to provide customers with an effective and dependable service, says Reesink’s operations manager David Jackman.

Reesink's New Fleet Of Vans

“By investing in this new fleet of vans, we have more reliable and efficient equipment, which means we can provide an improved service to our customers,” says David. “We take maintenance of our products seriously and this fleet of vans is essential to deliver back up if and when it’s needed. We pride ourselves on providing excellence and that doesn’t just begin and end with the sale of the product.”

Three of the vans will be at Reesink’s Sheffield Park service branch in East Sussex, one at the branch in Livingston, Scotland and two at the East Anglian service branch based at the company’s headquarters in St Neots.

David continued: “We have a particular focus on customer service, ensuring it expands in line with the company’s growth and we want to build on our relationship with our customers within our direct areas. This investment is the next step in strengthening that relationship.”

The six vans all come fully racked which includes a work bench and shelving kit solution, and can easily transport all the tools and parts needed for on-site service visits and breakdowns.

David concludes: “We’re completely committed to delivering exceptional service and these vehicles guarantee we have the right equipment for the job. We’re looking forward to seeing the new fleet in action and supporting our customers.”

For more information, visit: reesinkturfcare.co.uk

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Verti-Clean Ideal For Synthetics

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Verti-Clean Ideal For Synthetics: When it comes to cleaning an artificial surface, many turf managers have found the little and often approach to be the most effective. Most material that will end up on the surface is natural debris and detritus, which if left will invariably get trodden on and broken down into the surface. Removing this as and when it occurs is the most effective way to prevent this material reaching the bottom of the carpet, which can ultimately cause issues with compaction and drainage.

The Verti-Clean from Charterhouse Turf Machinery will pick up surface debris with a rotating brush, powered by ground wheels, and throw it onto a vibrating sieve. The sieve filters any infill material back on to the playing surface, whilst retaining the debris and collecting it in a lightweight hopper, that can easily be removed for emptying.  The finish is a revitalised surface with clean infill.

Verti-Clean Ideal For Synthetics

A Verti-Clean 1500 has been used as part of the synthetic maintenance programme at Scotstoun Stadium since September 2017. The hard work of Head Groundsman Paddy Ferrie was recently rewarded as he was crowned the winner of the ‘Best Maintained Artificial Surface’ category at the IOG Awards. “On the synthetic surface, I conduct regular brushing to stand the fibres up, redistribute the crumb and improve the appearance of the pitch prior to matches” explains Paddy, who has been at Scotstoun for two years.

“Because of the pitch’s surroundings, at certain times of year we get a lot of leaf-fall and debris on the surface, for which I needed something that would conduct a more thorough clean. With this machine I can work at a nice steady pace, collecting any leaves or debris before they become embedded into the pile.”

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Manager’s Tribute To Former Groundsman

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Manager’s Tribute To Former Groundsman: Southend United manager Chris Powell has paid tribute to Sid Broomfield, the man who helped to build Roots Hall.

Broomfield passed away earlier this week, aged 94.

And Powell insisted the club’s former groundsman would forever be a massive part of the club’s history.

“You don’t get too many people like Sid at a club,” said the Shrimpers chief, who first met Broomfield in the early 1990s.

“I knew him from my days as a player and since coming back as manager too.

“This is a man who built the ground.

“We talk about moving ground and pastures new and it’s something which needs to happen.

“But sometimes we forget about where we are, who we are and who has been involved in that.

“Sid’s a man we saw regularly and he’s part of the reason we’re at Roots Hall.

“He’s a massive part of our past and a massive part of our history.

“He will be sorely missed by all of us because when you talk about Southend he was someone who definitely bleeds blue.

“Rest in peace Sid.”

And Shrimpers legend Kevin Maher has also paid tribute to Broomfield.

“Sid’s a true legend of the club and a lovely man too,” said the former Blues skipper.

“Condolences to his family and friends.”

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