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Mansfield Sand the Unsung Hero

February 18, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Mansfield Sand the Unsung Hero: At Warwick Schools Foundation, where sports and recreation are integral to student life, maintaining high-quality pitches and grounds is essential. This responsibility falls to Grounds Manager Duncan Toon and his dedicated team of seven, who oversee the upkeep of the expansive sports facilities across each of Foundation schools – Warwick […]

T H WHITE Machinery partners with Buxtons

February 17, 2025/in Machinery, News, Press Release/by Admin

T H WHITE Machinery partners with Buxtons: T H WHITE Machinery Imports is excited to announce a new dealership partnership with Buxtons, a leading groundcare and forestry equipment supplier based in the Midlands. This collaboration will expand access to the industry-renowned Jensen woodchippers, providing exceptional sales and support to customers throughout the region. Jamie Jagger, […]

Mansfield Sand the Unsung Hero

February 18, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

T H WHITE Machinery partners with Buxtons

February 17, 2025/in Machinery, News, Press Release/by Admin

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Mansfield Sand the Unsung Hero

February 18, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Mansfield Sand the Unsung Hero: At Warwick Schools Foundation, where sports and recreation are integral to student life, maintaining high-quality pitches and grounds is essential.

This responsibility falls to Grounds Manager Duncan Toon and his dedicated team of seven, who oversee the upkeep of the expansive sports facilities across each of Foundation schools – Warwick Preparatory School, Warwick Junior School, The Kingsley School, King’s High School, and Warwick Senior School.

Mansfield Sand the Unsung Hero

Central to their maintenance strategy is the use of Mansfield Sand’s MM40 sand.

MM40 Sport, sourced directly from the renowned Two Oaks Quarry in Mansfield, is renowned for its superior quality and consistent performance. This medium sand – part of Mansfield Sand’s esteemed Mansil range – is designed for the maintenance and renovation of sports surfaces.

Its fine texture and exceptional drainage properties make it the preferred choice for elite sports venues across the country, including at Warwick Schools Foundation.

“I’ve always used Mansfield Sand, even when I was in my previous job at Birmingham City FC, and it has always performed well,” says Duncan.

The Foundation’s maintenance schedule relies heavily on sand application: “We have 400 tonnes delivered in the summer across the site, 120 tonnes in October, and depending on wear, another 120 to 200 tonnes in April”, Duncan outlines. “We do have a good profile here, but the more sand we can incorporate into our maintenance, the better.”

The importance of sand goes beyond general maintenance: “The biggest problem we have at the moment, even with the schedule that we have, is worm casts”, Duncan notes.

“Incorporating more sand into the profile helps with worms because if we can get a sandier top layer, it disperses the worm casts a lot more effectively when brushing. It also aids with drainage and deters birds when overseeding by covering the seed better.”

Duncan relies on MM40 on the majority of the Foundation’s sites, including on their cricket outfields, rugby pitches, and football pitches.

“The thing with sand”, Duncan reflects, “is that it might not be the most talked about product, but it is a vital part of maintenance programmes – and it certainly helps us to prepare for so many fixtures. The more games we put on, the happier people are.”

With its proven reliability, high-quality, and effective results, Mansfield Sand continues to be an indispensable partner for Duncan Toon and his team; ensuring that the grounds at Warwick Schools Foundation remain in top condition year-round.

For more information visit www.mansfield-sand.co.uk

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T H WHITE Machinery partners with Buxtons

February 17, 2025/in Machinery, News, Press Release/by Admin

T H WHITE Machinery partners with Buxtons: T H WHITE Machinery Imports is excited to announce a new dealership partnership with Buxtons, a leading groundcare and forestry equipment supplier based in the Midlands.

This collaboration will expand access to the industry-renowned Jensen woodchippers, providing exceptional sales and support to customers throughout the region.

T H WHITE Machinery imports partners with Buxtons

Jamie Jagger, Jensen Sales and Dealer Support at T H WHITE Machinery Imports, commented on the partnership: “I am excited to be working closely with Buxtons to bring Jensen woodchippers to more customers in the Midlands. Their dedication to customer service and deep industry knowledge make them an ideal partner. Together, we will ensure that customers receive the highest level of support and access to top-quality equipment.”

The new partnership leverages T H WHITE’s expertise as the exclusive UK distributor of Jensen products, alongside Buxtons’ outstanding reputation for customer care and service in the Midlands. Jensen woodchippers are recognised for their reliability, robust build, and top-tier performance—making them a trusted choice for professionals in forestry, arboriculture and landscaping.

Buxtons has a long-standing reputation as a premier supplier of groundcare and forestry equipment, with decades of experience in providing tailored solutions and advice to their customers.

Kelly Burgess, Sales Director of Buxtons, shared her enthusiasm for the partnership: “We are proud to join forces with T H WHITE Machinery Imports to offer Jensen woodchippers to our customers. The Jensen range perfectly complements our existing portfolio of high-quality equipment, enabling us to provide robust and efficient solutions to meet the needs of forestry and arboriculture professionals in the Midlands. We look forward to building strong relationships with new and existing customers through this exciting partnership.”

Nathan Jacobs, Jensen Business Manager at T H WHITE Machinery Imports, expressed his confidence in the partnership: “Buxtons is a fantastic addition to our dealer network, and we are thrilled to have them on board. Their commitment to delivering exceptional service aligns perfectly with our values at T H WHITE. With their expertise and strong customer relationships, this partnership will ensure even better access to Jensen woodchippers in the Midlands.”

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Mansfield Sand the Unsung Hero

T H WHITE Machinery partners with Buxtons

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Mansfield Sand the Unsung Hero

Mansfield Sand the Unsung Hero: At Warwick Schools Foundation, where sports and recreation are integral to student life, maintaining high-quality pitches and grounds is essential.

T H WHITE Machinery partners with Buxtons

T H WHITE Machinery partners with Buxtons: T H WHITE Machinery Imports is excited to announce a new dealership partnership with Buxtons, a leading groundcare and forestry equipment supplier based in the Midlands.

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