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Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

September 16, 2024/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year: Green-tech is thrilled to announce that it has been shortlisted in the prestigious Pro Landscaper’s Sustainability & Biodiversity Awards in the “Sustainable Product of the Year—Hard Landscaping” category. The company has been shortlisted for the TreeParker® System, an innovative urban tree planting and water Management Cell System. […]

Toro U.K. Limited makes a strong debut at GroundsFest

September 16, 2024/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Toro U.K. Limited makes a strong debut at GroundsFest: Toro U.K. Limited marked a significant milestone at GroundsFest 2024, held from September 10th to 11th, by hosting its own independent stand (OSA640) for the first time. The event was an outstanding success, offering Toro the opportunity to connect with new and existing customers and dealers […]

Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

September 16, 2024/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Toro U.K. Limited makes a strong debut at GroundsFest

September 16, 2024/in News, Press Release/by Admin

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Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

September 16, 2024/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year: Green-tech is thrilled to announce that it has been shortlisted in the prestigious Pro Landscaper’s Sustainability & Biodiversity Awards in the “Sustainable Product of the Year—Hard Landscaping” category.

The company has been shortlisted for the TreeParker® System, an innovative urban tree planting and water Management Cell System.

Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

“This recognition highlights Green-tech’s commitment to promoting sustainability in the landscaping sector through innovative products that benefit both the environment and the industry”, Green-tech’s Managing Director Kris Nellist comments.

The awards celebrate the landscaping industry’s most sustainable companies and projects, recognising their contributions to environmental leadership. The 2024 awards received a record number of high-quality entries, making Green-tech’s achievement even more commendable. The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony during FutureScape 2024, held at ExCeL London on Tuesday, 15th October.

Green-tech, the UK’s leading supplier to the forestry, landscape, and construction sectors, is known for sourcing, stocking, and delivering products that enhance the landscape environment. Kris, adds, “Over the past five years or so, Green-tech has focused on sourcing products with strong environmental credentials, continually evolving our range to provide sustainable solutions for our customers. This dedication to sustainability and innovation is reflected in the product we have been shortlisted for – The TreeParker® System.”

TreeParker® is a versatile Urban Tree Planting & Water Management Cell System that has been engineered to address the well-documented challenges of urban tree planting, from traffic loading to pavement lifting, while seamlessly integrating essential utilities. Distributed exclusively in the UK by Green-tech, TreeParker® offers a smart combination of Green, Grey, and Blue solutions.

As Green-tech celebrates its 30th anniversary, the company has marked the occasion by raising £30,000 for five charities closely connected to the business. This milestone reaffirms Green-tech’s ongoing dedication to making a positive impact on both the community and the environment.

Business Development Director Mark Wood, summarises, “Green-tech’s commitment to sustainability and innovation in the landscaping sector has been unwavering. By providing cutting-edge solutions like TreeParker®, we endeavour to support landscape architects, designers, and contractors in making environmentally responsible choices and helping to create greener, more sustainable urban spaces. Being shortlisted for this award is positive endorsement of what we are doing as a business.”

For further information on Green-tech and their products, please visit www.green-tech.co.uk.

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Toro U.K. Limited makes a strong debut at GroundsFest

September 16, 2024/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Toro U.K. Limited makes a strong debut at GroundsFest: Toro U.K. Limited marked a significant milestone at GroundsFest 2024, held from September 10th to 11th, by hosting its own independent stand (OSA640) for the first time. The event was an outstanding success, offering Toro the opportunity to connect with new and existing customers and dealers from the groundscare industry.

Positive Engagement at Our First Independent Stand

GroundsFest 2024 proved to be a landmark event for Toro U.K. Limited, drawing substantial interest from industry professionals eager to see the latest in grounds maintenance technology. Matthew Coleman, Sales Manager Professional Landscape Contractor & Site Works Equipment for the UK Direct Market, shared his thoughts on the show: “GroundsFest 2024 was an incredible opportunity for Toro to present our latest innovations directly to our audience. The response was overwhelmingly positive, and it was fantastic to engage with so many professionals who are passionate about enhancing their work with the latest technology. We’re thrilled with the connections we made and the conversations that took place, reaffirming Toro’s position as a leader in the groundcare industry.”

Toro U.K. Limited makes a strong debut at GroundsFest

Successful Partnership with Machinery Nation

A standout feature of Toro’s presence at the event was our successful partnership with Machinery Nation, who showcased the Toro Dingo® compact utility loaders, including the TX1000 Turbo and TX1300. Machinery Nation put these versatile machines to the test with their own obstacle course, demonstrating the Dingo’s powerful performance, agility, and versatility in real-world conditions. Attendees were impressed by the machines’ ability to handle challenging tasks with ease, further highlighting Toro’s commitment to providing innovative solutions for the industry.

Showcasing Innovation and Sustainability

Visitors to the Toro stand were introduced to a range of cutting-edge products, including the Toro ProLine H600 and the Toro eProStripe. The ProLine H600 is known for its compact width and small turning circle, high capacity cutting deck, and huge 700L hopper, making it ideal for professional groundskeepers who need reliable, high-quality results on a range of turf conditions. The Toro eProStripe, with its precision striping capability and quiet, battery-powered operation, is perfect for maintaining sport pitches and training grounds, offering a combination of performance and precise cut and finish.

Revolutionary Machines and Hand Tools

Toro also highlighted its Revolution™ Series range, featuring industry-leading products like the Toro Z Master Revolution zero-turn mower and the Toro GroundStand Revolution stand-on mower. These mowers are built with powerful HyperCell™ battery technology that matches the performance of traditional petrol engines, offering 7+ hours of operation time and no engine exhaust emissions, which cater to environmentally conscious grounds maintenance professionals.

The Revolution Handhelds professional range was also on display, including a battery-powered Leaf Blower, String Trimmer, and Hedge Cutter that provide excellent power, reduced vibration, and low noise levels, ideal for grounds maintenance tasks in noise-sensitive environments.

Connecting with Industry Professionals

GroundsFest 2024 served as a valuable platform for Toro U.K. Limited to engage directly with industry professionals, receive feedback, and build relationships with new dealers and customers. The show reinforced our commitment to supporting the groundcare industry with state-of-the-art solutions that enrich the beauty, productivity, and sustainability of the land.

Stay Connected with Toro

For those who missed GroundsFest, it’s not too late to learn about Toro’s innovative products. Visit our website or reach out to our team to discover how Toro can help elevate your ground maintenance projects.

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Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

Toro U.K. Limited makes a strong debut at GroundsFest

Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

Toro U.K. Limited makes a strong debut at GroundsFest

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Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year: Green-tech is thrilled to announce that it has been shortlisted in the prestigious Pro Landscaper’s Sustainability & Biodiversity Awards in the “Sustainable Product of the Year—Hard Landscaping” category.

Toro U.K. Limited makes a strong debut at GroundsFest

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