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Redexim Verti-Top® sets the synthetic standard

March 17, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Redexim Verti-Top® sets the synthetic standard: A rise in demand for synthetic surface cleaning from schools and sports clubs has triggered the purchase of a Redexim Verti-Top® for contractors Cutting Edge GM. The adaptability of this award-winning artificial cleaning system has facilitated the diversification of the services offered by the grounds maintenance outfit – with […]

GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek

March 14, 2025/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek: The GMA Industry Awards 2025 brought the grounds management community together for an unforgettable evening at Anfield Stadium, celebrating the exceptional achievements of professionals across the sector. With #GroundsWeek just around the corner from 17-23 March, the awards also served as a reminder of the vital role grounds staff […]

Redexim Verti-Top® sets the synthetic standard

March 17, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek

March 14, 2025/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

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Redexim Verti-Top® sets the synthetic standard

March 17, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Redexim Verti-Top^® sets the synthetic standard: A rise in demand for synthetic surface cleaning from schools and sports clubs has triggered the purchase of a Redexim Verti-Top^® for contractors Cutting Edge GM.

The adaptability of this award-winning artificial cleaning system has facilitated the diversification of the services offered by the grounds maintenance outfit – with its ability to effectively decompact and clean a range of infill materials to leave a professional, play-ready finish.

Redexim Verti-Top® sets the synthetic standard

The team of eight that make up Cutting Edge pride themselves on being passionate about sports surfaces, providing a range of services to keep natural and artificial turf surfaces around Teesside, North Yorkshire & County Durham in first-rate condition. To cope with an increasing number of enquiries for synthetic pitch cleaning, Director Josh Blackburn decided the time was right to invest in a new solution and quickly decided the Redexim Verti-Top^®was the right machine for them. “Not only is the Verti-Top^® quicker than our previous cleaner, the build quality is fantastic and the quality of finish is brilliant. This machine sets the standard for this process without a shadow of a doubt.”

Suited to most types of synthetic turf, the Verti-Top^® effectively lifts and collects debris, while the oscillating sieve and vacuum system tackle even the tiniest of particles. The cleaned infill is then returned, leaving a safe, contamination and compaction-free surface, that looks good and plays well. Josh opted for the Verti-Top^® 1200, with 1.2m working width, delivered in spring 2024 by local dealer Rickerby.

“The purchase and installation process was fantastic! Tom Alexander from Rickerby together with Redexim’s Allen Whellans, conducted full training with the team and demonstrated the various ways to set the unit up to get the very best results. There’s so much flexibility with this machine, including a range of sieve options, which means we can work with all types of infill material, including the newer, organic and natural infill types.”

He continues, “As soon as the cold and frosty conditions pass, we will be out with the Verti-Top^®getting surfaces cleaned up and safe for the start of the new playing season. We had outstanding feedback from customers on the process last year and look forward to being able to grow this side of our business further with such a capable and versatile machine at our disposal.”

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GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek

March 14, 2025/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek: The GMA Industry Awards 2025 brought the grounds management community together for an unforgettable evening at Anfield Stadium, celebrating the exceptional achievements of professionals across the sector.

With #GroundsWeek just around the corner from 17-23 March, the awards also served as a reminder of the vital role grounds staff play in making sport possible.

GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek

Sky Sports presenter, Kyle Walker, led the night’s celebrations which showcased the very best in the industry, recognising those who go above and beyond to maintain world-class playing surfaces and green spaces.

A huge congratulations to all this year’s winners and finalists:

Young Groundsperson of the Year (Sponsored by Origin Amenity Solutions)

- Thomas Heppell-Mooney – Lancaster University

Newcomer of the Year of the Year (Sponsored by ICL)

- Matthew Barr – Warwick Independent Schools Foundation

Volunteer Groundsperson or Team of the Year (Sponsored by Husqvarna)

- Tom Banks – Kirkoswald Football Club

Community Groundsperson or Team of the Year

- Stoneham Lane Football Complex

Environmental and Sustainability Impact Award (Sponsored by Syngenta)

- London Youth Sports Trust

Bowls & Croquet Groundsperson or Team of the Year

- Dean Gibbons – Wantage Bowling Club

Best Managed Artificial Surface of the Year

- Stoneham Lane Football Complex

Professional Horse Racing Grounds Team of the Year

- York Racecourse

Professional Tennis Courts Grounds Team of the Year (Sponsored by Infinicut)

- Ilkley Lawn Tennis and Squash Club

Professional Cricket Grounds Team of the Year

- Lancashire Cricket Club

Professional Rugby Union Grounds Team of the Year

- Leicester Tigers

Professional Rugby League Grounds Team of the Year (Sponsored by Agronomic Services Ltd)

- Castleford Tigers

Professional Football Grounds Team of the Year (Sponsored by Reesink UK)

- Stockport County Football Club

Professional Football Grounds Team (Elite) of the Year (Sponsored by SGL)

- Liverpool Football Club

University/College Grounds Team of the Year (Sponsored by Kubota UK Ltd)

- Lancaster University

Independent School Grounds Team of the Year (Sponsored by ISEKI UK & Ireland)

- Eton College

GMA Grounds Manager of the Year (Sponsored by DLF Seeds Ltd)

- William Rigg – Ilkley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club

The GMA would like to extend a special thank you to our platinum sponsor ISEKI UK & Ireland and award category sponsors, DLF Seeds Ltd, Syngenta, ICL, Agronomic Services, SGL, Husqvarna, Infinicut, Reesink Turfcare, Kubota UK and the National Governing Bodies of sport, whose support made this event possible.

This year’s charity partner, LFC Foundation, was at the heart of the evening, with guests generously donating to support its vital work in creating life-changing opportunities for young people within the local Liverpool postcodes of L4 and L5. Thank you to everyone who contributed, your generosity will make a genuine difference.

As we celebrate this year’s award winners, we also encourage the industry to continue raising awareness of the profession by getting involved in #GroundsWeek from 17-23 March. Our annual awareness campaign is all about championing the hard work of grounds staff, inspiring future talent and highlighting the crucial role they play in making sport possible.

The GMA Industry Awards continue to grow, and we’re already looking forward to what’s upcoming for 2026. Stay tuned for more updates and, in the meantime, keep an eye on our social channels for event highlights and winner interviews.

Thank you once again to all attendees, finalists, winners and sponsors, for such a brilliant evening of celebrating the grounds management industry.

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Redexim Verti-Top® sets the synthetic standard

GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek

Redexim Verti-Top® sets the synthetic standard

GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek

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Redexim Verti-Top® sets the synthetic standard

Redexim Verti-Top^® sets the synthetic standard: A rise in demand for synthetic surface cleaning from schools and sports clubs has triggered the purchase of a Redexim Verti-Top^® for contractors Cutting Edge GM.

GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek

GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek: The GMA Industry Awards 2025 brought the grounds management community together for an unforgettable evening at Anfield Stadium, celebrating the exceptional achievements of professionals across the sector.

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