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How You Can Get Involved With #GroundsWeek

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How You Can Get Involved With #GroundsWeek: #GroundsWeek 2025, taking place from 17 to 23 March, is fast approaching.

This nationwide celebration, led by the Grounds Management Association (GMA), shines a spotlight on the professionals and volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make sports surfaces and green spaces thrive.

How You Can Get Involved With #GroundsWeek

How You Can Get Involved With #GroundsWeek

The week is all about recognition, whilst inspiring more people to appreciate and explore careers in grounds management. Whether you’re a professional grounds manager, a volunteer or someone who enjoys well-maintained outdoor spaces, there are plenty of ways to get involved and show your support.

Building on the success of the 2024 campaign, which reached an impressive 18 million people, we hope #GroundsWeek 2025 will reach a global audience, shining a spotlight on the vital role of grounds staff not only in the UK but across the world.

Ways to take part in #GroundsWeek 2025:

  • Download the #GroundsWeek Toolkit – Access ready-made graphics, templates and ideas to help you spread the word.
  • Share Your Story – Tell us about your experiences in grounds management for a chance to be featured during the week.
  • Join the Online Conversation – Keep an eye on @wearetheGMA across all social media channels and help us kick off the week by sharing our launch post on Monday 17 March.
  • Show off Your Grounds Team – Post a photo of your grounds staff or volunteers, or share a short video of someone at your club or organisation saying thank you.
  • Use the Official Hashtag – Tag @wearetheGMA in your posts and include #GroundsWeek to ensure your content reaches a wider audience.

#GroundsWeek is an opportunity for everyone to celebrate the people who make great outdoor spaces possible.

Get involved and help raise awareness of the vital work that goes into keeping pitches, parks and green spaces in top condition.

To find out more about #GroundsWeek 2025, please visit thegma.org.uk/groundsweek.

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Get hands on with Makita at BTME

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Get hands on with Makita at BTME: Makita will be back at this year’s BTME Show to showcase its high-performance range of battery powered outdoor equipment. Visitors to Makita’s stand located at Stand 132 Hall 1, will be able to learn more about the manufacturer’s recently launched robotic lawnmower as well as its impressive 40VMax and 80VMax XGT range.

Representing the ‘best in class’ in battery system solutions, Makita’s XGT range features an impressive line-up of products for greenkeeping, turf and grounds care that deliver increased output to tackle tough jobs with ease – without compromising on battery run time.

Get hands on with Makita at BTME

Get hands on with Makita at BTME

Currently, over 160 products can be used within Makita’s growing XGT platform that are all powered by the same battery, including lawn mowers, linetrimmers, blowers as well as a cordless scarifier. Users can tackle every task and switch between tools simply by changing over the battery.

Makita will be on hand at the show to demonstrate some of the key highlights from this impressive range. Visit the team at Stand 132 Hall 1, or find out more online at www.makitatools.com/products/xgt

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Get your course back into play

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Get your course back into play: Greenkeepers must battle with a wide variety of challenges when it comes to turf health, and aeration is no different.

To simplify this important task, Toro’s high-quality tines were designed to make aeration remarkably easy with durable parts that maximise performance. Available only through Reesink Turfcare, its branches and approved dealer and service centres, now is the time to ensure your aeration equipment is ready.

During the hot summer season, soil can become dry and compact, reducing pore space that conveys water, oxygen and vital nutrients to your turf. Unfortunately, this phenomenon can degrade grass quality even on healthy and resilient golf courses.

Get your course back into play

Get your course back into play

While punching holes in the turf to increase pore space (aeration) addresses soil compaction and helps you prepare for autumn, to ensure optimal results you need high-quality tines that won’t let you down. And when it comes to quality it doesn’t get better than Toro’s Titan tines, with over 150 to choose from.

Whether you’re coring, slicing, spiking, or using hollow, solid or deep tines, the Titan range allows you to meet all of your aeration needs.

These tines aren’t just designed for Toro machines – they can also be adapted to fit equipment from most manufacturers thanks to special conversion sleeves. This way, Toro tines can be used with both current and older aerator models by converting a 9.5mm mount to a 12.7mm or 15.9mm mount.

Authentic Toro tines are engineered for exceptional performance and durability. They ensure uniform aeration depth, creating clean holes that enhance aeration effectiveness and lead to a faster return to play.

According to Michael Hampton, Purchasing & Sales Processing Manager at Reesink UK, “Toro’s genuine tines aren’t just versatile tools that will increase your productivity from the start – they can deliver significant savings in the long term, too. Thanks to their durable design, Toro Titan tines last longer and minimise costly downtime.”

“On the other hand, using low-quality tines can create new challenges and make aeration a time-consuming process,” he continues. “Imagine having to frequently replace broken tines, unclog cores and repair post-aeration damage. Instead of simplifying your operations, your problems are multiplied.”

With a lifespan of up to four times longer than other tines, Toro Titan’s range prevents these headaches, reducing the need for frequent replacements and adding certainty to your aeration process. Moreover, the durable tungsten carbide tips consistently deliver precise holes that promote quicker turf recovery and simplify de-compaction.

When you’re using original Toro machines, genuine parts ensure maximum performance and take the guesswork out of turfcare – there’s no need to wonder if the new part will work. You can also count on Toro’s commitment to user safety through extensive testing and swift parts delivery to your doorstep whenever you need it.

Want to learn more about the benefits of using original Toro tines? Discover how Reesink Turfcare and Toro can support your aeration initiatives by calling 01480 226800, emailing info@reesinkturfcare.co.uk or visiting reesinkturfcare.co.uk.

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Get Ready for the Avant National Pro Challenge at GroundsFest

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Get Ready for the Avant National Pro Challenge at GroundsFest: Avant Tecno is excited to announce its participation at GroundsFest 2024, featuring the highly anticipated Avant National Pro Challenge. Visit the Avant stand outdoors at OSA270 for an unforgettable experience!

National Avant Pro Challenge

The Avant National Pro Challenge is set to be one the most thrilling events at GroundsFest. This exciting competition will test participants’ skills through a series of tasks including slaloms, material handling, and tool changes. Competitors will navigate a specially designed track in an Avant Loader, with time penalties for mistakes and disqualification for incomplete tasks.

Get Ready for the Avant National Pro Challenge at GroundsFest

Get Ready for the Avant National Pro Challenge at GroundsFest

The challenge demands speed, precision, and agility, with tasks suited for all Avant users. The track layout will remain a secret until the day of the event, adding an extra layer of excitement. The fastest, most skilled, and precise drivers will win fantastic prizes!

The competition is open to all Avant customers and dealers, and advance registration is required. Interested participants should contact Avant to secure their spot and prove their prowess.

Featured Loaders and Attachments

In addition to the National Pro Challenge, Avant Tecno will showcase an impressive lineup of loaders and attachments designed to enhance operations:

Loaders:

  • Avant 225 L Cab: Compact and versatile for small-scale tasks.
  • Avant 423: Agile and perfect for tight spaces.
  • Avant 530 GT Cab: Offers superior comfort and control.
  • Avant 635, 640, 650: Balances power and manoeuvrability.
  • Avant 760i GT Cab: High-performance for demanding tasks.
  • Avant 755i: Exceptional lifting capacity and efficiency.
  • Avant e513: Zero-emission electric model.
  • Avant 860i GT Cab: Ultimate power and versatility.
  • Avant 650: Demonstrates power and versatility.
  • Avant e527: Electric power for demanding environments.
  • Avant 860i: Highlights unmatched lifting capacity and performance.
  • Leguan 135 Neo, 190, 225: Innovative access platforms for elevated work.

Attachments:

  • Mowers: Ideal for grassy area maintenance.
  • Pallet Forks: Essential for material handling.
  • Log Grab: Safely and efficiently handles logs.
  • Branch Cutter, Stump Grinder, Tree Shear, Forestry Mulcher: Tools for tree care and maintenance.
  • Root Grapple, Levelling Bucket, Timber Grab: Enhance ground preparation and material handling.
  • Fast Charger: Rapidly powers electric models.
  • Backhoe Remote: Remote-controlled digging capabilities.
  • Pallet Forks, Rotator: Efficient material handling and rotation.
  • Root Grapple, Front Rake: Ideal for ground preparation and cleanup.
  • Pressure Washer: Ensures equipment cleanliness.

Join Avant Tecno at GroundsFest 2024

Don’t miss out on the Avant National Pro Challenge and the chance to see Avant Tecno’s innovative machinery and attachments in action. Visit stand OSA270 at GroundsFest 2024 to discover how Avant loaders can revolutionise operations across various industries.

For more information, please visit www.avant.co.uk

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Royal Troon greenkeepers get compound upgrade

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Royal Troon greenkeepers get compound upgrade: Royal Troon Golf Club has upgraded its greenkeepers compound, incorporating state-of-the-art locker rooms, ahead of this summer’s 152nd Open.

The 145-year-old club, based in South Ayrshire, Scotland, has made a large investment in a new welfare block, which includes offices, a staff room, a kitchen, wet and dry changing facilities, showers and toilets.

Royal Troon greenkeepers get compound upgrade

Royal Troon greenkeepers get compound upgrade

The changing rooms feature 28 modern lockers and benches to cater for the dedicated team responsible for maintaining the club’s pristine courses.

The investment aims to support the 20 greenkeeping staff preparing to host the Championship in July.

Locit, the manufacturer of the Pure Lockers brand, partnered with distributor Nationwide Lockers to deliver the slate grey steel lockers to the specifications of contractor Fleming Build.

Stephen Anthony, Club Secretary at Royal Troon Golf Club, said: “The club is delighted with the new facilities, including the lockers, for our 20 greenkeepers. 

“The move to personal lockers provides a secure space for our team’s belongings. 

“The club is committed to the well-being of every employee and this upgrade speaks volumes about the value the club places on our dedicated team of greenkeepers and their integral role in maintaining our course’s international standards.”

John Burns, Project lead and Site Manager for Fleming Build, based in Glasgow, said: “The recent enhancement to the greenkeepers’ compound underscores Royal Troon’s commitment to providing top-notch facilities for its dedicated employees.

“The decision to work with Nationwide as a locker supplier was influenced by price, a quick lead time, colour customisation and fast installation. Pure Lockers were the best buy and ensured a seamless delivery process for Royal Troon. Collaborating with Locit and Nationwide Lockers reinforced our commitment to quality project delivery.”

Pure Lockers are the world’s first carbon-neutral steel lockers. Each product is PAS 2060 certified, the internationally recognised specification for carbon neutrality published by the British Standards Institution (BSI).

Locit manufactures from a state-of-the-art digital manufacturing facility in Deeside using 3D CAD/CAM software solutions that enable the design of products with minimum waste materials. The factory also uses an innovative curing process at a lower temperature than the industry standard to guarantee the highest quality and 40% energy savings.

Kevin Elliott, Business Development Manager, at Locit said: “At Locit, we take pride in our commitment to delivering excellence to our clients. We understand that each client has unique requirements, and our approach is collaborative. We work closely with our clients to tailor Pure Lockers to their needs, ensuring that every detail aligns with their vision.”

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