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Team Sprayers launch upgrades at BTME

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Team Sprayers launch upgrades at BTME: Team Sprayers are delighted to announce the launch of their upgraded Cub and Scout models at BTME 2025.

Their Cub and Scout models are mainstays of their pedestrian sprayer range. These models are perfect for grounds men and green keepers who require efficient and simple to use pedestrian sprayers.

Team Sprayers launch upgrades at BTME

Team Sprayers launch upgrades at BTME

Both the Cub and Scout models include a handle mounted on/off switching and pressure regulation control system with a clear, easy to read gauge and a spray or tank agitation valve to ensure the tank formulation is kept in suspension. They include a 2M 4 nozzle folding spray boom is removable for transportation and can be swapped for the wider 3M 6 nozzle boom or the 1M Dritftmaster covered boom system. The standard models of each machine is supplied with an 8L/M diaphragm pump and a single anti-drip check valve nozzle bodies with Lechlar IDK low-drift spray nozzles, an optional upgrade to triple nozzle assemblies is available if required. The polythene tanks are designed with a large access for easy filling and a tank drain valve for complete emptying and flushing out. The main difference between the two models is the tank capacities; the Cub has a 25 litre tank capacity and the Scout 60L.

Working in collaboration with trusted users Team have made changes to these already popular models to make them even more user friendly. These upgrades for the Team Cub and Scout models include a new compact design for easy transport and storage. There is a new plumbing system that ensures there’s no chemical wastage. There’s a new lid for easier filling and a new easy fold handle and boom.

The improved plumbing system has already been tried and tested on the new Vixen SP Pro model which launched in 2024. Other upgrades to this model, the largest of their pedestrian sprayer models with a 150l capacity tank, include a new lithium battery with Bluetooth connection to a battery APP as well as new controls for easier spray function.

Phil Hubbard, Team Sprayers’ Technical Director said ‘We are really pleased with the changes that we have made to the Cub, Scout and Vixen models in the last 12 months. We work very closely with our customers to ensure that our products exactly meet their requirements. The upgrades to the tank design, plumbing system and boom and handle folding makes these models even easier for our grounds men and green keepers to use as well as reducing any chemical wastage.’

Team Sprayers’ new sprayer models will be available to view on stand 518 at BTME 2025 at Harrogate Convention Centre on 21st – 23rd January 2025.

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BTME and Continue to Learn bookings surpass 2024 numbers

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BTME and Continue to Learn bookings surpass 2024 numbers: The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) is gearing up for a bumper edition of its annual trade show and education conference and with only a handful of exhibition stands available and education bookings at an all-time high, anticipation for the event is stronger than ever.

By early December, stand bookings had already exceeded the overall total achieved for the 2024 edition of the show, while the Continue to Learn education programme has achieved over 1,000 bookings at its earliest point ever. BIGGA is proud that BTME’s reputation as the official start of the sports turf calendar is growing, with all elements of the event increasing substantially year on year.

BTME and Continue to Learn bookings surpass 2024 numbers

BTME and Continue to Learn bookings surpass 2024 numbers

To date, 133 stands have been allocated across 4,105m2 of exhibition space at the Harrogate Convention Centre. In 2024, the total exhibition space was 4,086m2. To accommodate this demand, BIGGA has introduced innovative solutions including the debut of the Industry Launchpad attraction.

Key industry partners due to return to the event include The R&A, BAGMA, EIGCA, Grounds Management Association, England Golf and the GCMA, underscoring BTME’s influential role in the UK golf industry.

The trade show also supports BIGGA’s flagship education initiative, Continue to Learn. Open to anyone working withing golf greenkeeping and sports turf management, the programme has already seen exceptional demand with 80% of Continue to Learn: Classes already sold out. The Continue to Learn: Conference programme is also proving popular and during the first week in December, BIGGA reached its 1,000th Continue to Learn booking, a milestone achieved earlier than ever before.

Jim Croxton, BIGGA CEO, said: “I’m incredibly proud of the BIGGA team, whose dedication and innovation has propelled BTME and Continue to Learn to new heights. Their commitment to creating an exceptional experience for our members and the wider turf industry has established BTME as a cornerstone of the golfing calendar that is growing in size and reputation each year.

“The strong support for Continue to Learn also highlights a positive shift in attitudes towards greenkeeper education. The golf industry has a growing appetite for education and training and Continue to Learn and BTME are the ideal format for that to take place. This enthusiasm for professional development bodes well for the future of our sport and the industry as a whole.”

Robotic machinery manufacturer Kress will be exhibiting at BTME for the second time, having made its debut at BTME 2024. Kress was recently announced as headline sponsor of the BIGGA Celebration, which takes place on the opening evening of the event in the Harrogate Convention Centre’s Royal Hall.

Nicki Jones, Kress Head of Marketing, said: “At Kress, we are delighted to attend the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition and proud to host the BIGGA Celebration, including the highly regarded BIGGA Awards. We are well aware of BTME’s stellar reputation within the industry as a premier event for showcasing innovation and excellence in turf management. This makes it a particularly exciting and meaningful opportunity for us to actively participate. Kress is dedicated to driving innovation and sustainability in the sector and we look forward to connecting with the talented professionals who make this industry thrive.”

Registration for BTME is open now. For more information about the trade show and the Continue to Learn education programme, visit www.btme.org.uk.

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Two new INFINICUT® mowers at BTME

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Two new INFINICUT® mowers at BTME: Twelve months on from the launch of the INFINICUT® 22” FL golf cutting unit at BTME 2024, the company is set to return to Harrogate in January 2025 with two new patent-pending additions to the range.

The new design of the INFINICUT® 22” FX and 26” FX features a brand-new cutting system and attachment/removal method offering unparalleled accuracy of cut and ease of maintenance. More details can be found by visiting stand 614.

Two new INFINICUT® mowers at BTME

Two new INFINICUT® mowers at BTME

The INFINICUT® stand is always awash with solutions designed to meet the exacting requirements for modern golf course maintenance, and BTME 2025 is shaping up to be no different. In the year since it’s launch, the 22” FL golf cutting unit has proven itself to be the most balanced mower for achieving low heights of cut with greenkeepers around the world. The two new models promise to build on this success, combining the very best in cut quality with technological advancements which not only benefit plant health, but optimise the operator experience.

Appreciating that every golf course is different and that course managers don’t necessarily follow the same maintenance doctrine, all INFINICUT® models offer 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 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 maintenance cassettes which transform the INFINICUT® or mainstream models of multi-gang mower into units for complete turf refinement.

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ISEKI Covers the Course at BTME

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ISEKI Covers the Course at BTME: Iseki UK and Ireland will be exhibiting tractors, a remote-control tool carrier and mowers for every area of the golf course in Hall 6, Stand 645, at BTME 2025.

Recognised as one of the leading exhibitions for greenkeepers, BTME provides the perfect platform for Iseki to showcase its innovative range of machinery tailored to the needs of golf courses and turf management.

ISEKI Covers the Course at BTME

ISEKI Covers the Course at BTME

This year, Iseki will exhibit a lineup of equipment designed for precision, efficiency, and sustainability, including the Raymo remote-controlled Torpedo with Electric Power Pack and R42/R48 Deck. This eco-friendly mower provides quiet operation and zero-emission performance across all terrain and is especially effective on side slopes, around water hazards and other areas that traditional mowers can’t reach.

The powerful yet compact theme is continued with the TH5 ROPS tractor. This tractor is perfect for a variety of course maintenance needs, with its hydrostatic transmission and high lift capacity giving the operator complete control. Comfort, lift capacity and manoeuvrability combine to make a tractor that can access and operate in almost any area of the course on essentials tasks.

For jobs that need more power over more expansive areas, Iseki has the TG6507 IQ Tractor with Loader – a robust and powerful tractor equipped with the IQ transmission system. The IQ dual-clutch gearbox works on the principle of a direct-shift gearbox, which consists of two gearboxes working in unison, offering the control of a manual with the convenience of an automatic. There are eight main gears and three ranges. Gears are changed by simply moving the gear lever through the straight shift gate with no need to use the main clutch. If D is selected, then gears 4 – 8 are operated automatically – ideal for aeration, spraying, topdressing or cutting.

For cutting in more compact areas, Iseki offers the SXG327 with 54” High-Tip Collector. Known for its precision and high-performance collection capabilities of up to 650 litres, this mower is perfect for fine turf maintenance using the high-tip function for effortless unloading, saving time and effort during busy course maintenance schedules.

Joining the SXG327 on the stand will be the SF551 Mower with 60” Rotary Deck. Built for high-capacity mowing, the SF551 offers exceptional cut quality, reliability, and speed using a turbine-driven collection system and a 1300-litre high-tipping collector, which can be emptied at any height up to 2.2m directly into skips, truck beds or trailers. As well as mowing, the SF551 is also an exceptional option for leaf collection during the autumn and winter.

Iseki’s machinery is meticulously engineered to address the unique challenges of golf course maintenance, including manoeuvrability in tight spaces, minimal ground disturbance, and superior cut quality.

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ICL at BTME 2025

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ICL at BTME 2025: ICL is back at BTME in January 2025 with exciting new tools, expert advice, and opportunities for turf managers to enhance their skills. From hands-on learning to the launch of an advanced spreader, ICL is bringing innovation and practical solutions to stand 224.

Educational Sessions with Industry Leaders

ICL is proud to contribute to BTME’s Continue to Learn programme with insightful sessions led by experts Dr. Andy Owen and Henry Bechelet.

ICL at BTME 2025

ICL at BTME 2025

Turf Nutrition Masterclass: Understand how proper nutrient management promotes healthier, high-performing turf.

What’s in a Soil Analysis?: Learn how to interpret soil data for better turf management decisions.

Nitrogen Fertilisers – Current and Emerging Technologies: Explore the latest advances in nitrogen fertilisers and their applications. Featuring special guest – Professor Elizabeth Guertal.

Myths and Misconceptions in Turf Care: Separate fact from fiction to make informed decisions for your turf.

These sessions offer practical knowledge and tools to help turf professionals stay ahead in their field.

Launch of the AccuPro 360ST Rotary Spreader

ICL will also unveil the AccuPro 360ST Rotary Spreader, featuring SmartSpread technology for precise and even application. Designed for consistency and reliability, it’s a game-changer for turf care.

Visit ICL at stand 224 to connect with their team and discover how ICL’s vast product portfolio could make a difference to the way you manage turf.

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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