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INFINICUT® return to BTME

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INFINICUT® return to BTME: The INFINICUT® stand at BTME 2023 was awash with new products developed specifically to meet the exacting requirements for modern golf course management.

2024 promises to be no different, with the INFINICUT 22” FL and golf cutting unit taking centre stage on stand 614 – showcasing the very best in cut quality, technological advancement and operator experience thanks to industry-leading innovations such as the ‘tilt and turn’ feature.

INFINICUT® return to BTME

INFINICUT® return to BTME

Twelve months on from making its debut, the promise made by the INFINICUT® 22” golf cutting unit to be the most balanced mower for achieving low heights of cut is now proving itself with a number of customers in the field. Engineered to suit the specific set of requirements needed for fine turf, this new floating head model delivers accuracy and cleanliness of cut and unparalleled contour following ability when married to the INFINICUT® traction unit. With the focus firmly on finish, the cutting unit is equipped with INFINICUT’s SMARTCut™ reel – produced in-house and dynamically balanced for ultimate accuracy.

Appreciating that every golf course is different and the fact that course managers don’t necessarily follow the same maintenance doctrine, the INFINICUT® offers the ability to quickly and easily alter a range of mower parameters via the InfiniApp™. Settings can also be stored for retrieval and/or simultaneously sent wirelessly to multiple machines in a fleet, reducing time and all-but eliminating differentiation between mowers.

One InfiniApp™ feature that has proven extremely popular with operators is ‘tilt and turn’. At the end of line turn, a sensor automatically detects that the mower is lifted and slows the unit down to a prechosen percentage of walk speed. Each individual operator can choose a slow-down rate that they are comfortable with and, when dropped back to the mow position, the regular mowing speed is engaged.

Further convenience is delivered to the operator thanks to the dedicated INFINICUT® trailer, offering the swift and safe transportation of 22” and 26” units between greens.

The technical team will be on hand across the three days to discuss the full INFINICUT® pedestrian range, together with the TMSystem™ collection of grooming, mowing and maintenance cassettes which transforms the INFINICUT® or mainstream models of multi-gang mower into units for complete turf refinement.

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Time saving solutions the focus for GKB at BTME

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Time saving solutions the focus for GKB at BTME: Time is a precious and ever-decreasing commodity when it comes to completing operations around the golf course. That’s why the multi-functional Sandfiller will be taking centre stage on the GKB stand, when they return to BTME in 2024.

The GKB Sandfiller is designed to tackle the problem of surface drainage and aeration on sports turf and golf courses, especially on greens. A true multi-tasker, the Sandfiller scarifies and simultaneously backfills with sand, or a combination of sand and seed, in a single pass. Delivering the perfect conditions for excellent root growth and optimal plant health, the Sandfiller can be operated by one person, where other similar methods demand more time and labour.

Time saving solutions the focus for GKB at BTME

Time saving solutions the focus for GKB at BTME

Tried and tested by contractors and courses up and down the country, the heart of the Sandfiller utilises the principles of GKB’s much-praised Combinator – carbide blades effectively slitting the surface and creating channels to be easily refilled with dried sand and leaving a clean, play-ready finish in its wake.

Alongside the Sandfiller on stand 644 will be the equally versatile Combiseeder. Four working widths of Combiseeder are available, all equipped with twin spiked rollers which create 1500 holes per square metre, and two brushes to ensure seed is accurately deposited into the pockets for optimal germination conditions. Facilitating routine overseeding quickly and efficiently, the GKB Combiseeder proves an effective tool in retaining sward density and preventing weed, annual meadow grass or moss ingress as more chemical remedies are removed from the market.

The Sandfiller and Combiseeder are just two of a broad portfolio of quality-built maintenance solutions from GKB Machines, further details of which can be found by speaking to the technical team on hand across the three days in January.

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Ventrac at BTME

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Ventrac at BTME: Price Turfcare, the UK and Ireland distributor of the Ventrac multi-implement, all-terrain compact tractor, returns to BTME with the Ventrac 4520 compact tractor unit and a selection of attachments. Since its launch in 2017, this combination of highly manoeuvrable compact tractor and multiple attachments has quickly established a recognised place in UK turfcare industry.

With the capability of working on 30-degree slopes, low ground pressure and over 30 attachments, it’s the most versatile equipment combination for the busy course manager. This is a machine that can mow in multiple formats, blow leaves, move snow, reinvigorate pathways, aerate, cut turf, dig trenches, grind stumps and prepare seedbeds … everything a golf course of any size, can utilise all-year round.

Ventrac at BTME

Ventrac at BTME

Peter Pattenden, Golf & Estate Manager at Carden Park says, “I can honestly say this is one of the best machines I have ever bought! Summed up in three words, it’s exceptional, versatile and robust.”

To understand why Peter and the industry have embraced the Ventrac product, come along and visit stand 122 in Hall 1.

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Explore the world of CRF with ICL at BTME

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Explore the world of CRF with ICL at BTME: Located in Hall 2, the ICL Stand (224) will serve as a vibrant hub of knowledge and practical advice, offering attendees a chance to network and enjoy a coffee brewed by expert baristas.

Visitors to the stand will have the opportunity to learn more about the many benefits of using Controlled Release Fertilisers (CRF) and will also be able to pick up a copy of the new ProSelect grass seed brochure in which they can learn about the new and improved mixtures that are ideal for golf courses, sports fields, turf growers and landscape contractors.

Explore the world of CRF with ICL at BTME

Explore the world of CRF with ICL at BTME

ICL has been a long-standing supporter of BIGGA’s Continue to Learn education programme and will be playing a significant role in the 2024 edition. This year, five greenkeepers will embark on the ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship 2024, receiving a generous package of three nights’ hotel accommodation and 15 hours of training and development within the educational programme.

Furthermore, ICL will host a series of informative seminars:

Turf nutrition masterclass

ICL’s Henry Bechelet, Technical Manager UK and Ireland, and Dr Andy Owen, International Technical Manager, will update and upgrade your knowledge on how good nutrition can support healthy turf surfaces and significantly improve your golf course.

Monday 22 January, 09.00 – 12.30

What’s in a soil analysis?

For this seminar, Dr Andy Owen & Henry Bechelet explore soil sampling, the interpretation of soil analysis results, and their practical application in annual golf course management.

Monday 22 January, 13.00 – 17.00

The power of water: Wetting agent trials and technology

This seminar will detail how golf course managers can utilise the latest wetting agent technology to unlock the power of water for turf management, to provide the best quality playing surface. It will illustrate key findings from the latest in-depth research trials at leading UK golf course venues and independent trial stations carried out by ICL.

Thursday 24 January, 10.00 – 10.45

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

For more news and insightful views, you can follow ICL on Twitter @ICL_Turf

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Lloyds bringing Paladin and Leda to BTME

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Lloyds bringing Paladin and Leda to BTME: Lloyds Mowers is set to showcase their world renowned and highly respected grounds maintenance machinery at BTME 2024. Visit them at their new location on stand 216 in hall 2, to explore their commitment to providing solutions for maintaining fine turf.

With a rich heritage in the turf care industry, Lloyds Mowers has consistently delivered excellence in precision mowing.

Lloyds bringing Paladin and Leda to BTME

Lloyds bringing Paladin and Leda to BTME

Featured Products on Stand 216

Paladin 21” & 24” Mowers

The Paladin series sets a high standard for self-propelled mowers. The Paladin’s single ‘click adjuster’ facilitates seamless height changes, making it ideal for fine turf. With options in 21” and 24” widths, its short wheelbase ensures easy manoeuvrability. Remarkably lightweight, the Paladin excels even in wet conditions, showcasing one of the industry’s lightest designs.

Leda Gang Mower

For large areas of frequently maintained turf, the Leda Standard Gang Mower is perfect for golf fairways, cricket outfields, school playing fields, and ornamental lawns, offering precise cutting. Alongside the Leda standard is the Leda Giant, a gang mower that is ideal for mowing semi rough and amenity spaces configurable from 3 to 9 units wide, the cutting cylinders are forged from high carbon chromium steel for durability. Unit wheels, gear trains, and cutting cylinders run on roller bearings for a smooth and enduring performance. With various cutting cylinder options, Lloyds ensures adaptability to cutting frequency.

Expert Guidance

Throughout the event, knowledgeable members of Lloyds Mowers’ team will be available at stand 216 to provide insights, guidance, and answer any queries about their Paladin and Leda mowers.

For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact Lloyds Mowers on 01332 824 777 or visit www.lloyds-mowers.com

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