St Enodoc takes a joined up approach with Toro

St Enodoc takes a joined up approach with Toro

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St Enodoc takes a joined up approach with Toro

St Enodoc Golf Club has committed to Toro in a significant, multi-year investment that includes a tailored fleet of machinery and an upgrade to its irrigation infrastructure and technology.

St Enodoc takes a joined up approach with Toro

St Enodoc takes a joined up approach with Toro

The investment represents the club’s first major fleet renewal in a decade and was developed over a three-year period with DGM LTD and Reesink Turfcare. It reflects a carefully planned transition designed to align with the club’s evolving agronomic and operational requirements.

The package features battery-powered greens mowers, pedestrian cutting equipment and an evolving upgrade of the irrigation system supported by Toro Lynx Central Control software.

For Head Greenkeeper William Smith, the decision reflects both the changing demands placed on modern golf courses and the opportunities offered by advances in technology.

“A lot has changed over the past decade,” he says. “Expectations around course presentation have continued to rise, while sustainability and efficiency have become much bigger priorities. This investment allows us to modernise our fleet and give the team the tools they need to maintain the course to the highest possible standard.”

Among the standout additions to support the club’s wider sustainability ambitions, which are guided by its GEO certification, are four battery-powered Toro Greensmaster eTriFlex 3370 and hybrid 3360 greens mowers.

“They deliver a consistently high quality of cut while reducing operational emissions and noise,” says William. “Crucially, they eliminate the risk of hydraulic oil leaks on sensitive playing surfaces. Protecting our greens is a huge priority and these mowers provide exceptional precision and a cleaner, quieter and more sustainable way of maintaining some of the most important areas of the course.”

The addition of six Toro Flex 1021 hand mowers has further enhanced presentation standards on greens and tees, while the expanded overall fleet provides greater operational flexibility by allowing multiple maintenance tasks to be completed simultaneously, reducing downtime and improving productivity.

Alongside the machinery investment, St Enodoc is taking a phased approach to upgrading its irrigation system. New Toro sprinklers are being installed across tees and walkways, complemented by the introduction of Toro Lynx Central Control software, giving the greenkeeping team greater precision over irrigation scheduling and water application.

“Water is one of our most valuable resources, so using it efficiently is essential,” says William. “Toro Lynx gives us much greater control over when, where and how much water we apply, helping us reduce waste while maintaining turf health in what’s fast becoming an unpredictable climate.”

Working closely with Reesink Turfcare and local dealer DGM proved instrumental in developing a machinery package tailored to the club’s specific requirements.

“Rather than offering a standard package, they took the time to understand our course and our long-term objectives,” says William. “It’s been a genuine partnership from start to finish. Our aim is to deliver outstanding course conditions while operating more efficiently and responsibly. This investment provides the foundation to achieve that for many years to come.”

Rob Read at DGM says: “St Enodoc has taken a considered, long-term approach to investing in both machinery and irrigation, recognising how the two work together to deliver consistently high course standards.”

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ProE-Glide gives easy ride for accurate fertiliser application

ProE-Glide gives easy ride for accurate fertiliser application

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ProE-Glide gives easy ride for accurate fertiliser application

The innovative ProE-Glide from Techneat Engineering provides an entirely new concept of stand-on precision fertiliser and granular application spreader, to improve productivity and accuracy for turf managers and professionals.

ProE-Glide gives easy ride for accurate fertiliser application

ProE-Glide gives easy ride for accurate fertiliser application

Set to be launched at GroundsFest 2026 (16-17  September), the whisper quiet, zero-emissions battery powered spreader provides a stand-on platform for operators that achieves exceptional work rates, while maintaining total control of the application and spreading rate.

The ProE-Glide has been shortlisted for the GroundsFest Innovation Awards 2026, for Turf maintenance equipment.

Designed for sports turf, amenity grassland and landscape applications, the ProE-Glide delivers a highly efficient and user-friendly solution for grounds professionals.

Adjustable calibration settings allow operators to accurately apply different granular products, including fertiliser, grass seed or de-icer salt. The fully adjustable spread width and spread bias help maintain even coverage, even in challenging conditions such as crosswinds.

Launching the ProE-Glide at GroundsFest 2026, where turf and lawncare managers have the chance to try out the innovative machine, Techneat amenity specialist, Richard Wheatcroft, says: “With infinitely adjustable application settings, a high-capacity hopper and an ergonomic stand-on design, the Pro E-Glide delivers accurate, consistent spreading, while hugely improving operator comfort and productivity.”

In user-trials the ProE-Glide has proven capable of spreading fertiliser across 5,000m2 (half-hectare) in less than 30 minutes. “The combination of speed, efficiency and accuracy has significantly increased our productivity,” reports The Lawnologist grounds care specialist, Mark Walsh. “The level of control is excellent.”

It has handled work on large domestic lawns, on private estates to sports pitches, allowing the team to complete work faster and dramatically reduce operator fatigue, without compromising on application quality, he adds.

“It’s a very well thought out product that’s intuitive to operate for professional grounds maintenance, and genuinely a pleasure to use.”

Features of the Pro E-Glide include an 80-litre hopper with a stainless-steel body. The future-proof design of the ProE-Glide will also enable operators to fit a purpose-built demountable precision sprayer unit in place of the spreader hopper, to further increase the machine’s flexibility and value as a turf management tool.

Its powerful electric motor and battery power pack is matched to provide high output through the working day and cover large areas, without noise or disruption to players or customers. An integrated bout marker keeps applications on track. The machine can be easily moved between sites in a trailer or van.

To find out more and to try out the ProE-Glid visit the Techneat stand OSA70 at GroundsFest 2026, or visit the website: https://www.techneat.co.uk/ground-care/ride-on-spreaders/proe-glide/

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STIHL to showcase the future of professional battery power at GroundsFest

STIHL to showcase the future of professional battery power at GroundsFest

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STIHL to showcase the future of professional battery power at GroundsFest

STIHL is set to mark its 100th anniversary at GroundsFest 2026 with the showcase of its new ALLPRObattery system, demonstrating how the next generation of professional battery technology is helping grounds maintenance and landscaping teams maximise productivity, minimise downtime and work more efficiently throughout the day.

STIHL to showcase the future of professional battery power at GroundsFest

STIHL to showcase the future of professional battery power at GroundsFest

Taking place at Stoneleigh Park on 9th – 10th September 2026, GroundsFest brings together professionals from across the grounds care, landscaping and amenities sectors. Visitors to the STIHL stand will have the opportunity to explore the company’s latest battery innovations and discover how its growing professional battery ecosystem is designed to support demanding commercial applications.

STIHL ALLPRO battery system for professional grounds maintenance

At the heart of STIHL’s stand will be the ALLPRO battery system, a new generation of high-performance batteries engineered to deliver increased power output, longer running times and significantly longer service life, while maintaining the durability expected from STIHL professional products.

Designed for professional users, the ALLPRO system enables grounds maintenance and landscaping teams to spend more time working and less time managing battery changes and charging schedules.

STIHL ultra-fast charging to minimise downtime

Visitors will also be able to see the new AL 1802 MO charger, designed to keep professional teams moving throughout the working day.

When paired with the ALLPRO battery system, batteries can be charged to 80 per cent capacity in just nine minutes, helping operators to minimise downtime and maximise productivity on site.

STIHL portable power wherever the job takes you

Alongside the new charger, STIHL will also showcase the PS 2000 Portable Power Supply, providing a flexible source of power for professionals working across multiple sites.

Together, the ALLPRO batteries, AL 1802 MO and PS 2000 form a complete professional battery ecosystem designed to support contractors, local authorities, estates teams and grounds maintenance professionals.

STIHL celebrating 100 years of innovation

STIHL’s appearance at GroundsFest comes during a landmark year, as the company celebrates its 100th anniversary.

Since 1926, STIHL has helped shape the forestry, landscaping and gardening industries through continuous innovation, with the ALLPRO system representing the latest step in its commitment to developing high-performance professional equipment.

Visit STIHL at GroundsFest

The STIHL team will be on Stand OSA 30 throughout the exhibition, providing product demonstrations, expert advice and guidance on its latest professional battery technologies.

For more information on STIHL products, visit www.stihl.co.uk or contact your nearest STIHL Approved Dealer.

Find out more about STIHL’s historic milestone, here: https://100.stihl.com

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GKB Deep Clean delivers speed, simplicity and superior results

GKB Deep Clean delivers speed, simplicity and superior results

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GKB Deep Clean delivers speed, simplicity and superior results

The search for a modern, efficient solution to synthetic surface cleaning was a short one for Miguel Pimenta of King’s College School in Wimbledon, after seeing the GKB Deep Clean at SALTEX 2025. In just a few short weeks since its delivery, the Deep-Clean has ‘transformed’ the school’s artificial maintenance, bringing speed and consistency to pitch cleaning and performance.

GKB Deep Clean delivers speed, simplicity and superior results

GKB Deep Clean delivers speed, simplicity and superior results

Nationally and internationally recognised for excellence in education, King’s sets high expectations across the board – including the standards they employ for maintaining the school’s extensive grounds and sports facilities. With their previous artificial cleaner at the end of its working life, Miguel attended SALTEX in the hunt for a replacement and quickly identified the new GKB Deep Clean as the perfect fit. Following discussions with local dealer Ernest Doe, the purchase was finalised and the impact was immediate.

“The Deep-Clean has completely transformed the way we maintain our synthetic turf pitches” explains Head Groundsman Miguel.

A key advantage has been the machine’s speed and simplicity of operation. “Within a couple of minutes, we can have the machine hitched up and ready to go. The adjustable front wheels also make it incredibly straight forward to adjust the working depth on the fly, without the need for tools, which saves us a lot of time on busy maintenance days.”

“The brush and vibrating screen system lifts the infill and removes debris far more effectively than anything we’ve used before, with a range of screen types to choose from which means the unit can always be perfectly configured whatever the conditions.” He adds, “The suction unit also does a great job capturing dust and lightweight contaminants, leaving the surface noticeably cleaner and more consistent.”

Recently redeveloped, Miguel saw the new GKB Deep Clean on its debut UK outing in November. Available in three working widths and designed to work with various infill types, this next generation cleaner sieves, separates and collects debris and microplastics returning clean granules back into the pitch and leaving a clean and safe surface that’s ready for play.

Miguel continues, “What I appreciate most is the build quality. It’s clear that GKB designed this with real grounds teams in mind. The machine is robust, reliable and fast, and the collection container and dust bag system make disposal straightforward.”

“For us, the Deep Clean has delivered exactly what we needed – speed, simplicity and excellent results.”

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UK's only British-made electric quad bike launched

UK’s only British-made electric quad bike launched

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UK’s only British-made electric quad bike launched

The Volt Quads VQ, the UK’s only domestically-designed and built premium electric all-terrain vehicle (ATV), has been launched – offering cheaper running costs and a ride designed specifically for British landowners.

UK's only British-made electric quad bike launched

UK’s only British-made electric quad bike launched

The electric quad bike has been designed to maximise performance in the British weather and across rugged terrain. The VQ uses a 48v battery, which makes it simpler to fix, while boasting all the power of a petrol quad bike without any of the fumes.

This launch comes at an ideal time for landowners looking to cut costs, with RAC data showing drivers have paid £4bn more for fuel since the start of the war in Iran. Farmers are particularly struggling, with the price of red diesel, the fuel used for tractors, nearly doubling from 69p per litre to £1.20.

The charging costs of electric ATVs are 85% lower than petrol equivalents, with the VQ costing £3,500 less to own than a comparable petrol ATV over five years.

The VQ has a 50-mile range and is capable of towing 900kg, offering farmers, landowners and national park workers a cleaner, quieter alternative to traverse their land.

Its designer, Fred Chugg, has worked with quad bikes for decades on his 15th century farm on Exmoor. Having diversified activities on the farm to include country trail tours, he has deep practical experience running quad bikes and a unique understanding of what British landowners need from them.

As well as being designed in the UK, the bikes are manufactured in Telford, Shropshire and tested in North Devon, making them uniquely British in a market previously served by bikes designed and built overseas.

Charles Anderson, Chairman of Volt Quads, said: “We have created a new way for landowners to work their estates with UK-made technology. The VQ gives landowners the smoothest and most peaceful ride on the market. The bike is cost efficient to own and operate, particularly at a time of significant petrol  price volatility, making now an ideal time to shift to electric vehicles. It is ideal for emissions free land management, but best of all, it is a joy to ride.” 

Bikes are available to demo and buy now at www.voltquads.com.

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