Yamaha and Service Dealer agreement

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Yamaha and Service Dealer agreement: Yamaha Motor Europe N.V., Branch UK is pleased to announce a Service Dealer agreement with Lister Wilder, the Reading-based distributor of Agricultural, Arboriculture, Construction, Golf and Groundcare equipment.

In 2019 Lister Wilder was appointed a Yamaha sales dealer for golf cars and light electric vehicles. Now, following the signing of this Service Dealer agreement, they will also offer service and aftersales support to ensure exemplary levels of customer care to golf courses across the south and southwest of England.

Yamaha and Service Dealer agreement

Yamaha and Service Dealer agreement

Commenting on the signing Yamaha’s Dan Palmer, Manager, Golf Cars said,

“After reviewing a number of key service areas to support the growth of our direct hire business, we introduced this new initiative, appointing Service Dealers to significantly upgrade our aftersales support to customers. Our previous business model was to provide in-house service support using mobile technicians from our service centre on the south coast.

“Now, we have a respected premium family-owned and family-run business with a reputation for impeccable service and customer care supporting our customers from their branches in Bristol, Reading, Cirencester, Guildford and Ashford.  This will enable a more efficient, effective and flexible service provision in which we aim to exceed customer expectations.

“Lister Wilder are the first of our distribution partners to sign a Service Dealer agreement and are a perfect fit, with a business philosophy reflecting the ethos here at Yamaha.”

Neil Davis, Group Service Director at Lister Wilder added,

“We partnered with Yamaha in 2019, marketing and selling golf cars and light electric vehicles. The success of our sales role for these products resulted in our appointment as ATV dealers, as well. Now, we can celebrate the award of Service Dealer status, providing a bespoke, all-encompassing service for golf course operators.

“We are delighted that Yamaha have put their trust in us to support this new strategy, enabling golf courses access to Yamaha’s product offering through their direct hire programme, which removes third party finance agreements and offers true fixed costs, together with all round support.”

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Bernhard to showcase expertise at shows

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Bernhard to showcase expertise at shows: Industry-leader in turf sharpening equipment and management solutions, Bernhard and Company has announced its attendance at an exciting run of turf trade shows throughout the autumn and winter in both the UK and USA.

The company will be showcasing a brand-new, bespoke booth, designed to enhance the experience of those visiting the shows. In addition, Bernhard and Company will present all-new informational product and service videos while also demonstrating the benefits of its market-leading grinding equipment, superb aftersales service, and educational expertise.

Bernhard to showcase expertise at shows

Bernhard to showcase expertise at shows

Bernhard and Company has a rich history of relationships and attendance at trade shows and conferences around the globe, having first exhibited at GIS as early as 1995. “Exhibiting at trade shows around the world in various markets has enabled us to remain at the forefront of the industry for decades,” said Steven Nixon, Global Director of Sales for Bernhard and Company.

“It not only allows us to increase our brand awareness, but also provides us with a fantastic opportunity to engage with clients, present new technology, and develop new and exciting relationships,” he added.

During the first week of November, the Bernhard and Company team will be heading to the NEC Arena in Birmingham for the 2021 SALTEX show. The Sports Amenities Landscaping Trade Exhibition will take place on the 3rd and 4th November 2021 and is a must-visit for those maintaining or managing pitches, estates, grounds, landscaping, play areas or parks. The Bernhard and Company stand can be found at F030.

As proud members of BIGGA, the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association, the Bernhard and Company team will be heading to Halifax, Yorkshire, in January for the BTME (BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition) show. While presenting its latest product range, the industry-leader will also be introducing the members of the 2022 BIGGA Delegation. Each year, the company takes ten selected delegates to the GIS Show for a week of first-class education and experience. This year will mark the visit of the 200th delegation member – a landmark occasion.

In addition, the leaders in grinding technology will be travelling to the USA in February to attend the much-anticipated Golf Industry Show (GIS) in San Diego. The Trade Show at the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show, will take place between the 8th and 10th February 2022, and is golf’s premier learning and networking marketplace. The show attracts huge numbers of key decision-makers from every aspect of the golf course and facility management industry.

“We are very excited to be able to get back out on the road with our sales and client relations teams to attend some of the industry’s most highly regarded trade shows,” said Steven Nixon.

“The UK and the USA are hugely important regions for our business, so it is very important for us to be able to remain at the front and centre of the turf management industry in those areas.

“The tradeshow season is always an intense period. It is important to be able to show our customers and distributors alike what we have to offer, while also assuring them that we are available at all times to support their every need.”

KNOW BERNHARD AND COMPANY?

A specialist in sports turf technology, Bernhard and Company is committed to providing leading turf care solutions to golf course and pitch care specialists worldwide. The Company offers innovative and market leading blade sharpening systems as well as sports surface air movement and moisture control solutions.

With over 150 years of being at the sharp end of the industry the Bernhard and Company product portfolio is focused on providing its global customer base with championship turf, world-class playability and unbeatable quality of cut. Bernhard and Company’s turf health solutions are used at top 100 courses and famous sporting venues around the world – there has to be a reason why. For more information, visit www.bernhard.co.uk.

Find Bernhard and Company on their official social media channels:

  • Twitter – @BernhardCompany
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  • Linkedin – Bernhard Company

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Consolidate Turf appoint Nick Hyndman

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Consolidate Turf appoint Nick Hyndman: Consolidate Turf (a Growing Solutions Ltd Company) is pleased to announce the expansion of the product specialist team with the appointment of Nick Hyndman as Technical Manager.

Nick brings an outstanding depth of industry knowledge to the role. He began his education at Myerscough College, gaining a Foundation Degree in Sports Turf Science and Management, a National Diploma in Sports Turf (level 3) and an NVQ 2 in landscaping and horticulture.

Consolidate Turf appoint Nick Hyndman

Consolidate Turf appoint Nick Hyndman

After six years working in landscaping, Nick transitioned into sports turf in 2008 before joining Fleetwood Town FC in 2010. He was part of the team that won Grounds Team of the Year on two occasions and were once rated as highly commended. In 2017 he became Head Groundsman at Fleetwood, overseeing the stadium pitch and 12 pitches at the club’s new ten million pound Poolfoot Training facility with his team of five.

Nick has recently worked at Leyland Golf Course, where he has rounded off his turf knowledge with valuable greenkeeping experience, giving him a fantastic grounding to work with Consolidate users across numerous sports.

Speaking on the appointment, Managing Director of Growing Solutions Ltd, Paul Benson, said: “Nick is exactly the kind of person we wanted to expand our team with because of the experience he has. Obviously, his time in football with Fleetwood stands out because of the work he and his team did there, and it is exciting for us to be able to offer that knowledge and experience to our customers.”

Nick will be working alongside Consolidate Turf’s current technical team Rob Welford and Anthony Asquith covering the UK and Ireland and is available at nick@consolidateturf.com or on 07714 015991.

For more information on the Consolidate Turf range, visit www.consolidateturf.com

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Ariens launches new website

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Ariens launches new website: Ariens is excited to announce the launch of its brand-new website which will provide its UK and European customers with a wealth of information, support and customised regional resources.

The website, which has been designed with Ariens’ commercial heritage at its core, will feature   product details, specifications, testimonials, reviews, case studies and much more on its industry leading zero-turn mowers and snow blowers.

Ariens launches new website

Ariens launches new website

Soon to be translated into French, German and Italian, the website will also deliver professional landscapers, local authorities and gardeners from across the continent with tailored, local-language materials to help them get the most from their Ariens products.

The website’s launch underpins Ariens’ continued investment in Europe and builds on its decision to manufacture its petrol powered zero-turn mowers for the European market in its Oxfordshire factory – all proudly adorning the Made in Britain mark.

Discussing the website’s launch, Brad Stiles, Sales and Marketing Director, EMEAA said, “Every one of our customers is incredibly important to us and that’s why we’re delighted to offer a website that gives them the very best information and advice, all designed specifically to their needs. It marks yet another successful milestone in our long-term European growth strategy.”

To tour the website visit: ariens.eu.

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Fentons becomes Becx distributor

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Fentons becomes Becx distributor: Fentons of Bourne Ltd, the family-owned estate and garden equipment supplier, has been appointed the sole UK distributor for Becx Machines, the Netherlands-based manufacturer of high-end mechanical weed control and hedge cutting equipment for tool carriers and excavators.

Established in 2008, Becx Machines is located in Moergestel, North Brabant, which provides excellent links across Europe and to the UK. Their first hedge trimmer was launched in 2009 using a patented cutting principle and the success of this machine launched a succession of commercial models.

Fentons becomes Becx distributor

Fentons becomes Becx distributor

13 years on, they now manufacture seven different hedge trimming attachments with a working width between 75 cm and 240 cm. They also manufacture weed brushes, weed brush/edge cutters and various attachments for mounting hedge trimmers onto excavators.

Glen Bellamy, a director at Fentons, commenting on the agreement said,

“We have a track record of being sole importers; for over 25 years we have represented Homburg Draincleaners, another Netherlands-based company that manufactures specialist field drainage maintenance equipment for the agricultural sector.

“It’s a cliché, but we are genuinely delighted with the signing of this latest sole importer agreement. The quality of the Becx equipment is exceptional and the growth in their business in just over a decade is testament to the machinery they produce.

“In keeping with the trend for electrification, they have recently introduced their first electric hedge trimmer. With a working width of 75 cm, it’s two hydromotors have been replaced by 48-volt electric motors and can be mounted on almost any electrically driven tool carrier.

“Already we have had interest from local authorities for their cut and collect equipment. With the trend for more environmental working practices, this ticks several boxes as the clippings can be collected in a single pass, saving labour, and then composted for internal use or for sale as an income generator.

“We’ll be exhibiting at LAMMA in January 2022, which will be the first opportunity for prospective customers to see the equipment.

“This agreement is an exciting development for all of us here at Fentons and we look forward to a long association with the Becx team.”

Erwin Hommen, owner and managing director of Becx Machines added,

“Glen and the team at Fentons are a great fit with us as we share the same values, putting customers uppermost in the running of our businesses. Today’s end-user demands high-quality equipment and it has been their input into the development of our products that has contributed to the growth of our business. We are really looking forward to working with Fentons and I’m confident that they will help us, increasing our penetration in the important UK market sector.”

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