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KYMCO UK increases ATV safety awareness

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KYMCO UK increases ATV safety awareness: KYMCO UK has boosted its commitment to ATV safety by joining forces with the European ATV Safety Institute (EASI) – an industry safety body, which offers new KYMCO ATV customers with a free training course aimed at encouraging increased safety awareness.

The agreement provides new KYMCO ATV purchasers with EASI’s ‘ATV RiderCourse’ at zero cost. The interactive hands-on learning experience, normally with an RRP of £180 +VAT, promotes the proper and safer use of ATVs.

KYMCO UK increases ATV safety awareness

KYMCO UK increases ATV safety awareness

Neil Keeble, National Sales and Marketing Manager at KYMCO UK, said: “KYMCO is proud to support EASI – benefitting our customers with an important free rider safety and education course, with each new ATV purchased through our authorised dealer network.

“The ongoing awareness of safe and responsible usage of our ATV range is important to KYMCO, our dealers and customers alike. EASI’s ‘ATV RiderCourse’ will ensure a good understanding of safe and considerate ATV usage.”

Andy Heitman, Chief Executive Officer of EASI, added: “We are delighted to be supported by KYMCO UK, the British distributor of the Taiwanese ATV manufacturer. KYMCO UK’s sponsorship not only bolsters its reputation as a responsible ATV company, but more importantly highlights its commitment to safety and education for its dealer networks and customers.”

The training courses offered by EASI’s UK division improves operator skills, safety levels and awareness of ATV capabilities which are also known as quad bikes.

KYMCO remains a top three utility ATV brand in Europe and is now expanding its presence in the UK through a rapidly growing dealer network. KYMCO’s ATV range is designed to deliver the highest levels of performance, functionality and reliability. For more information please visit www.kymco.co.uk

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IKON XD Range Increases

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IKON XD Range Increases: Ariens is adding to its IKON XD range of zero-turn mowers with two new models; the IKON XD 42 and IKON 52, both featuring the new 764cc twin cylinder Ariens engine – designed to be powerful yet fuel efficient.

This new engine has an enhanced combustion chamber that burns fuel mixture quicker, resulting in greater combustion efficiency. Couple this with its carburettor and the finely tuned fuel spray it produces and the Ariens engine is one of the most fuel-efficient engines available today – but this doesn’t impact on its power.

IKON XD Range Increases

IKON XD Range Increases

The IKON XD 42 Ariens engine is rated at 15.5kW of power @2800RPM whilst the IKON 52 Ariens engine is rated at 16.6kW of power @3000RPM. Both models with the Ariens engine also have over 50Nm of torque for optimum cutting performance. The engine is also easy to maintain thanks to toolless access to the air filter and well positioned oil drain. It is also long lasting and durable thanks to its design and anti-wear components.

The IKON XD’s innovative zero-turn capability means it can turn in its own footprint, ensuring no lawn is left unfinished. This is achieved through its ability to drive and steer from the back wheels via two independent transmissions. This guarantees it not only produces excellent finishes but reduces mowing time by up to 50 percent compared to a garden tractor. Additionally, its fully fabricated commercial style deck with advanced airflow and range of cutting sizes ensures exceptional cutting performance every time.

Furthermore, the high back seat with padded arm rests and large tyres makes it a comfortable ride – perfect for tackling large lawns.

The IKON XD 42 and 52 is now available with the Ariens 764cc engine. For further information on the IKON XD range, contact your dealer or visit https://www.ariens.eu/series/ikon-xd

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Kubota increases Escorts Limited shareholding

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Kubota increases Escorts Limited shareholding: Kubota has reached an agreement with Escorts Limited under which Kubota will increase its shareholding in the Indian tractor manufacturer.

Escorts Limited is a major tractor manufacturer in the Indian market, reportedly the world’s largest tractor market in terms of unit sales. The company also manufactures and distributes construction machinery as well as other products.

Kubota increases Escorts Limited shareholding

Kubota increases Escorts Limited shareholding

The practice in India of utilising tractors year-round for carrying loads, in addition to usual agricultural work, means that the machines are designed to be highly durable with a basic specification and at reasonable prices.

With the aim of addressing market needs in India, Kubota strengthened its partnership with Escorts Limited, specialised in developing and manufacturing such tractors – referred to as ‘basic tractors’ – by establishing a joint venture manufacturing company in 2019 and through a direct equity investment in 2020.

Kubota has decided to increase its shareholding in Escorts Limited, based on expectations for the basic tractor market to expand in emerging countries including India. The move will also utilise combined resources in an effective manner and further strengthen the partnership between the two companies.

As a result of this, the collaboration will produce quality and affordable basic tractors utilising Escorts Limited’s knowhow in the sector and Kubota’s accumulated product development knowledge and capabilities. Kubota will also utilise both companies’ distribution networks by offering a wide range of product offerings, ranging from high-performance to basic tractors.

By positioning Escorts Limited as an important foundation for basic tractors in the future, Kubota will consider developing and manufacturing of basic combine harvesters and construction machineries targeting India and other emerging markets.

The first tractors from the collaboration to be marketed in Europe will be available at the end of 2022.

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Wildflower organisation increases capacity

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Wildflower organisation increases capacity: Leading wildflower organisation, Wildflower Turf Ltd, continues its successful expansion with the recent acquisition of new landholding in Shropshire.

With demand for the company’s products and services at an all-time high, the recently purchased Forge Farm will provide the business with an additional 60,000m2 of production capacity.

Wildflower organisation increases capacity

Wildflower organisation increases capacity

The wildflower specialists currently operate from sites in both Hampshire and Yorkshire, and this third production site will further enable Wildflower Turf Ltd to meet growing demand nationwide.

The Shropshire location is well positioned to deliver wildflower products to Wildflower Turf Ltd’s customer base in the West Midlands and across the rest of the UK.

The new production venue already has the infrastructure in place to commence operations, with the first turf grown at the Forge Farm site expected to be lifted in the summer of 2022.

Production capacity will be increased over time with Forge Farm playing an integral part of Wildflower Turf Ltd’s expansion programme.

James Hewetson-Brown, Founder and Managing Director of Wildflower Turf Ltd, said: “In recent years we have increased our team of passionate experts to support our growth and our expansion to Shropshire is a natural progression. Our acquisition of Forge Farm will ensure we have the increased capacity required and are in a position to respond quickly in response to anticipated business growth.”

He continued, “We are committed to developing and providing innovative and biodiverse wildflower solutions and will continue to announce new initiatives in response to increasing demand for our wildflower products and services.”

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STIHL Increases Workwear Range

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STIHL Increases Workwear Range: STIHL has expanded its range of high-visibility workwear that offers professionals the very best in comfort and mobility.

The new lightweight MS Protect cut protective high-visibility jacket and trousers -both available in different sizes – provide professionals with freedom of movement, and are ideal for a range of applications including arb, forestry and landscaping work.

STIHL Increases Workwear Range

The Protect MS jacket comes with two chest pockets as well as an outlet opening for harnesses on the back. The elbows and shoulders feature thorn protection and breathable ADVANCE cut protection has been included in the chest, shoulder, arm and stomach areas for improved ventilation.

Designed with ventilation on the back of the thigh and sturdy material at the knee and lower leg, the Protect MS trousers are the perfect accompaniment. With two side pockets, one back pocket, one tape measure pocket and kidney protection, the trousers offer professionals with a functional solution.

For end-user safety, the visibility of both the jacket and trousers fall in line with EN ISO 20471 protection class 2, and achieve class 3 high visibility when combined. Both products also meet class 1 EN 381 cut protection standards for further peace of mind. The trousers are a type A design, so they offer protection at the front of the leg.

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