New Speed-Seed from Charterhouse

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New Speed-Seed from Charterhouse: Launched in 2019, the new Redexim Speed-Seed from Charterhouse Turf Machinery offers a lot more than just a new livery.

Its remodelled variable seed rate calibration system makes the Speed-Seed one of the most accurate seeders available – ideal for overseeding large or small areas, quickly and with ease.

New Speed-Seed from Charterhouse

New Speed-Seed from Charterhouse

The popular range of dimple seeders has been extended to feature four width options – 1.1m, 1.5m, 2m and 2.3m. It utilises a spiked sarel roller, to create 990 holes per m2, and a rear brush which sweeps the delivered seed into the mass of holes down to depths of up to 20mm, leaving a groomed finish in its wake. An optional second spiked roller can be equipped to double the number of pockets created.

In addition to the new sizes and the new styling of the machine, the key introduction is a new seed calibration system. The metering sections make ratio adjustments simple and accurate, while a new mixing bar and individual seeding elements ensure good, even distribution and less wastage – even when sowing small bent grass seed.  The seed system is fed by a tray with a maximum capacity of up to 337 litres (in the 2.3m width variant), and all four models offer a seeding speed of 7.5mph.

One of the first venues to take delivery of the new Speed-Seed was Boat of Garten Golf Club in the Scottish Highlands. The Speed-Seed 1100 was very quickly put to use by Head Greenkeeper Michael Mann, after its delivery in July 2019, to recover some drought damaged fairways. “We had looked at three or four different makes and models, but the compact size of the Speed-Seed 1100 meant it could closely follow the contours and challenging terrain we have to work with across the site.”

Michael continues, “The set-up and controls of the machine are all nice and user-friendly, and it’s accurate seed calibration system is easy to operate and adjust. It’s a very clean machine, that leaves minimal surface disruption and hardly anything to tidy up in its wake.”

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3, 2, 1… GO

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3, 2, 1… GO: Reesink Turfcare has announced a package promotion offering an incredibly competitive deal on four of its most popular models in the TYM tractor range.

Customers looking to purchase a new tractor can benefit from a three-year ‘Bumper-to-Bumper’ warranty, two years’ interest-free finance and now the option to upgrade the tractor with a front loader for just £300 when purchasing either a T393, T433, T503 and T754 before the middle of September.

3, 2, 1... GO

3, 2, 1… GO

The package deal is available on just a limited number of tractors and is only available for a short period or while stocks last. Reesink’s Tractor Sales Manager Steven Haynes says: “Much of 2020 has been focussed on thinking about how we can best support our customers, working out the best deals and in this case the best combination of deals for this all-encompassing promotion that allows them to deliver what they need for their business and customers.

“Finances are under pressure in uncertain economic times, but that doesn’t change how vital having a reliable and economic tractor in the fleet is to get the job done properly. We chose these four tractors because they cover most applications and most turfcare requirements and are the models most widely sold, so we’re confident there’s something that will suit everyone.”

Let’s look at the benefits each aspect brings to the package: the new finance deal is interest-free for two years with two payments and 22 monthly repayments thereafter. The scheme is based on financing up to 60 percent of the tractor’s retail price.

The three year ‘Bumper-to-Bumper’ warranty brings peace of mind, says Steven: “It makes good business sense to ensure your tractor investment is cared for against any unforeseen expensive repair costs, and Reesink is offering protection on the whole tractor for three years or until 2000 hours, whichever comes first, at no extra cost.”

And finally in the new ‘3, 2, 1’ deal is the additional benefit of being able to upgrade the tractor with a new front loader for just £300, which is a significant saving when loaders can retail for over £3-5,000. Tractors are truly versatile machines and adding an optional attachment such as a front loader opens up their capabilities. Steven says: “We chose the front loader because it’s an indispensable piece of kit and a popular addition to a tractor. We feel that this combination of deals benefits the customer the most. They bring together an extremely cost-effective way to buy the attachment most likely needed, an achievable way to buy the tractor required now, and peace of mind.”

Steven concludes by saying: “We’ve never done a package promotion like this before, quite simply because we have never felt we needed to. Our deals are such that they stand alone for their competitiveness and the benefits they bring. However, we are renowned for bringing our customers more and these are unprecedented times, so we felt we needed to create something unique for our customers. It is without question a fantastic package which we hope offers customers a way to make a tractor purchase without worry.”

Promotion is applicable until mid-September and is strictly subject to stock. Finance is for business users only, subject to acceptance and only available in the UK. The £300 loader offer is only available as part of this package deal and not available to purchase separately. To find out more contact Reesink on 01480 226800 or email info@reesinkturfcare.co.uk.

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ICL to host Anthracnose Webinar

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ICL to host Anthracnose Webinar: ICL will be holding a live online webinar on 11th August entitled – Anthracnose in Turf – Best Management Advice.

With Anthracnose appearing to be on the increase in recent years, ICL Technical Managers Henry Bechelet & Dr Andy Owen will be on hand to provide an insight into the disease and the research that has been carried out to date.

ICL to host Anthracnose Webinar

ICL to host Anthracnose Webinar

The webinar will offer attendees an opportunity to learn of various successful methods and treatments and enable turf managers to gain the upper hand when it comes to managing this all too common disease.

The webinar will take place from 4pm to 5pm and attendees will get the opportunity to ask any questions they may have to Andy and Henry following the webinar.

Registration is required.

Please register here in advance to avoid disappointment: https://bit.ly/ICLAnthWebinar

Please contact ICL on 01473 237100 or visit www.icl-sf.co.uk or www.icl-sf.ie if you are in Ireland.

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Weather it with Countax

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Weather it with Countax: A sizeable garden with a large area of lawn calls for a ride-on mower or garden tractor to enable you to make short work of cutting the grass. But it’s not as simple as that, says AriensCo, the manufacturers of Countax, the British built garden tractor that has been with us for over thirty years.

You need a machine that’s built to manage all the British climate throws at you and works for you all year round. Countax tractor mowers are built for British gardens and have evolved around the experience and feedback of customers, together with the Countax dealers who work closely with the company. So, it comes as no surprise how versatile the latest models can be, starting with the ability to cut and collect grass at virtually any time and laying a high quality striped lawn finish.

Weather it with Countax

Weather it with Countax

While most ride-on lawnmowers rely on the air from their spinning blades to blow the grass through a chute and into a hopper, the Countax cut and collect system works in a different way utilising a clever brush system to physically sweep even wet cuttings into a collector.  There’s no clogging and the action of the sweeper also removes dead grass and debris, helping to reduce thatch for a healthier lawn. In the autumn the system can be used effectively to sweep up leaves as well. The grass collector is powered by the tractor’s engine and driven by the Power Take Off (PTO) that is also used to drive a range of accessories and powered attachments, including a broadcast spreader for spreading rock salt on ice in the winter.

The latest addition to the Countax range of accessories is the PGC+. Driven by the PTO it’s a cassette system which allows you to quickly switch accessories and transform a Countax C or B Series garden tractor into an all-year-round workhorse. The grass sweeper cassette comes as standard with the PGC+ and there’s an optional scarifier cassette to make removing thatch and moss easier come early spring or autumn. Even better is the fact it scarifies and collects the debris simultaneously.

Now, a garden tractor that’s going to be working all year, and not just in fine summer months, needs to be tough and substantially built. In tests, each painted component in a Countax is exposed to 500 hours of continuous salt spray without showing any corrosion. The cutter decks are made from high-grade steel, while the front axle is cast iron. Equally important, all the electrical components in a Countax are fully waterproof. Weigh it all up and you have the investment in a durable machine that will go on working for you throughout the seasons – year in, year out, whatever the British weather throws at you. Find out more by contacting Countax on 01844 278800 or visit www.countax.co.uk/dealers to find your local dealer.

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Scottish dealer expands offering

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Scottish dealer expands offering: Polaris Britain dealer, Reiver Garage Services, has expanded its customer offering with the Polaris recreational product line-up, including the Polaris RZR.

A family-run business based in Duns, a town in the Scottish Borders, Reiver Garage Services has been an authorised Polaris dealer for four years, offering Polaris utility UTVs and ATVs since 2016. After expanding to become a Polaris recreational dealer this year, Reiver now offers the full line-up of Polaris vehicles including youth models, utility vehicles including both petrol and diesel Ranger models and the Polaris Sportsman ATV range, as well as sport and leisure Polaris vehicles such as the RZR and Scrambler.

Scottish dealer expands offering

Scottish dealer expands offering

The owner of Reiver Garage Services, Dale Robertson, has always been strongly involved with motorsport which is one of the driving forces behind his decision to add leisure Polaris vehicles to his dealership. Dale began rallying in 2005 and has competed in both Scottish and British championships, claiming the Scottish Group N Rally Championship title in 2014.

Dale said: “With rallying such a prominent part of my life, we saw this as an excellent opportunity to combine work with pleasure. We’re really proud to be expanding and to have the full Polaris range on offer now, from a child-friendly Outlaw 70 ATV, to a hardworking Ranger Diesel, all the way to a full spec RZR. It’s exciting to stretch out into the recreational market to give both new and existing customers the chance to experience this side of off-road vehicles and get some adrenaline running through their veins. We’re planning on holding a ‘ride and drive’ day in October to give people a chance to see what these machines can really do, and we’re sure they’re going to love it as much as we do.”

Reiver Garage Services prides itself on first-class customer service, both for sales and after-sales care. Managed by the head mechanic Paul, Reiver provides repairs and servicing on all ATVs and UTVs, no matter the make or model.

“It’s exactly the same for utility and recreational customers – they both want a reliable vehicle and they both want good customer service; Polaris provides the reliability we look for, and we provide the rest. It’s a perfect combination.”

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