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Andrew Donnachie joins ISEKI Scotland

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Andrew Donnachie joins ISEKI Scotland: ISEKI UK & Ireland has announced the appointment of Andrew Donnachie as its new Regional Sales Manager covering the Northern England, Isle of Man, Scotland and the Island of Ireland.

Andrew has joined ISEKI UK with 10 years’ experience in the groundcare sector having previously worked for machinery dealer Thomas Sherriff & Co in Scotland.  He brings with himself a wealth of experience across all sectors within the groundcare industry.  Having started work in Engineering at Thomas Sherriff & Co for the first 6 years, Andrew has a high level of technical knowledge and experience. This was followed by the last 4 years working in commercial machinery sales covering groundcare customers from the Lothians up to Edinburgh.

Andrew Donnachie joins ISEKI Scotland

Andrew Donnachie joins ISEKI Scotland

Andrew’s role at ISEKI will be to support the dealers in his area with advice and demonstrations, ensuring the customer purchases the best product for their needs so they can get the most from their ISEKI tractor or mower.

Commenting on the new role Andrew continued; “having been aware of ISEKI’s reputation for high quality, well-built machinery I am excited to be representing the company, I am looking forward to building good working relationships and helping the dealers with their customers.”

Managing Director of ISEKI UK, David Withers added; “I am delighted to have Andrew join us, the territory that he is taking over has seen huge growth over the last few years with sales in 2021 that were 75% higher than in 2017. We believe we can continue to grow at this rate and think Andrew will help drive this growth and get to our goal of doubling sales volumes within a 5 year period.”

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Record year for ISEKI UK

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Record year for ISEKI UK: ISEKI UK & Ireland today announced further investments in the business to support the record sales levels achieved in 2021.

Commenting on the continuous year on year achievement David Withers, Managing Director added; “2021 was a strange year with COVID and the Global Supply Chain issues but despite some of the challenges ISEKI UK & Ireland had an amazing year with sales rocketing up and Market share increasing as more and more people see the significant benefits of investing in ISEKI products.”

Record year for ISEKI UK

Record year for ISEKI UK

“To support the on-going growth we have also purchased a second lorry and hired Simon Grove to support higher levels of deliveries and an increased demand for demonstrations across the UK.  As the business continues to expand we need to ensure we are supporting our dealers and customers to the same if not higher standard than what we have before, making sure we offer the best product, pre purchase and aftersales support.”

David added further; “As we look to the future we see opportunities to continue this growth trajectory and are optimistic that in 2022 we can get close to our original target of having doubled ISEKI sales over a 5 year period.”

“People are responding positively to our ‘can-do’ attitude, increased dealer network and the excellence of the ISEKI product range. It is great fun to be part of a team that is winning in the marketplace and growing strongly, these new investments will help us maintain our winning ways!”

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Two is company when it comes to ISEKI

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Two is company when it comes to ISEKI: ISEKI UK & Ireland, distributors of ISEKI compact tractors and mowers alongside their local dealer Rickerby based in Carlisle, recently sold a TLE3410 following an initial TG6490 IQ to Richmond (Yorks) Golf Club.

Established in 1892 Richmond Golf Club in North Yorkshire holds a 18 hole golf course, carefully maintained and constantly improved by a team of three greenkeepers headed up by Rob Spaven, Head Greenkeeper, Iain Leversuch and Daniel Dean.  With the course’s long history, the team are passionate about continuing to refine the course bringing it back to its natural habitat. Over-looking a valley it is perfectly positioned for stunning views at every hole no matter what the Yorkshire weather throws at it.

Two is company when it comes to ISEKI

Two is company when it comes to ISEKI

Having purchased its first TG6490 IQ tractor from local dealer Rickerby based in Hexham four years ago the club has since grown in popularity and memberships, which in turn means more pressure on the greenkeeping team to keep developing the course.

Commenting on the initial purchase Rob Spaven explained; “One of the main reasons we purchased the TG6490 IQ was because of the tractors low ground pressure ensuring minimal damage on the greens, we are a wet course thanks to the local Yorkshire weather so this is very important to us.”

“Another invaluable tool of this particular tractor is the Headland management system when verti-draining. Instead of acting like an octopus having to constantly keep lifting and lowering the implement, starting and stopping the PTO whilst turning and realigning, the headland management system cuts out the PTO when lifted and re-engages on return down all with one simple lever making these repetitive tasks so much easier and safer.”

“There is a big selection of 24 gears for the ultimate control, 1,580kg lift capacity perfect for operating implements, moving logs and towing trailers, and most importantly the air con cab is a god send when working in Yorkshire inclement weather!”

With the increased maintenance that was now required due to the club’s success, it was decided another tractor was needed to keep up with the workload.  This is where the new TLE3410 comes in, commenting on the decision Rob Spaven explained; “again with its low ground pressure and minimal damage on the greens the 40hp TLE3410 with 1000kg lift capacity was chosen for spraying and slitting fairways.  A really good, simple tractor that’s bomb proof and perfect for operators to just jump on and use.”

“As greenkeepers we are all worried about taking tractors on the greens, but when you’ve got two tractors that barely leave any marks, what more could you ask for! The TG’s reliability has been faultless, club’s don’t have as much excess money anymore, we can’t afford big repair bills but we have had no problems with this tractor.”

“After the excellent service and back up received from our first ISEKI tractor from local dealer Rickerby, we didn’t hesitate to contact them again for the purchase of our TLE3410.  The staff at ISEKI UK have also been brilliant, they are a friendly bunch to deal with, happy to answer any questions and there is really good communication from them.  I cannot speak highly enough of them to be honest and would highly recommend ISEKI products.”

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ISEKI announce roadshow

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ISEKI announce roadshow: ISEKI UK & Ireland are excited to be heading out to meet existing and new customers in September and October this year in conjunction with their local dealers on the ISEKI 2021 Roadshow!! 

On show will be the full range of ISEKI compact tractors and mowers exhibiting at a variety of sites across, England, Scotland and Wales, offering people the fantastic opportunity to come and ride ‘n’ drive the machinery.

ISEKI announce roadshow

ISEKI announce roadshow

It is the perfect time to pop along, meet with the ISEKI staff and try out all of the ISEKI products.  Every location will have plenty of space to truly test out the machinery with full and professional demonstrations offered throughout each day.

Whether you are looking for a versatile sub compact 23hp tractor to assist with numerous jobs around your premises, right up to a 67hp tractor perfect for helping to maintain golf courses and sport turf to the highest standard with lift capacities up to 1,680kg there is a machine to suit your needs.  Alternatively, you can jump on and test the unbeatable range of ISEKI mowers, from the renowned cut and collect SF and SXG range, to the fearsome SRA brushcutters, capable of cutting anything it can push over, from overgrown brambles right up to saplings.

ISEKI Roadshow dates so far….

7th & 8th Sept     AYLESBURY RT Machinery, Brackwell Farm

9th Sept                CHESHIRE Sharrocks, Woodside Golf Club, Crewe

21st Sept               NORTH WALES Llyn ATV, Glasyfrn Parc, Y Ffor

22nd Sept             SURREY Ernest Doe Power, Staines Rugby Club

23rd Sept              READING John Day Engineering, Depot

28th Sept              CORNWALL Nigel Rafferty Groundcare, Royal Cornwall Showground

29th Sept              DEVON MST Group, Bicton College

30th Sept              DORSET ABA Groundcare, Kingston Maurward College, Dorchester

5th Oct                  TURRIFF, SCOTLAND Balgownie, Turriff Showground

4, 6, 7 & 8th Oct  SCOTLAND Gammies

11th Oct                EDINBURGH Fairways GM Ltd

12th Oct                GLASGOW Fairways GM Ltd

13th Oct                NEWCASTLE Rickerby

14th Oct                COUNTY DURHAM Rickerby, Knotty Hill Golf Club

18th Oct                REDDITCH TH White

19th Oct                LINCOLNSHIRE Chandlers Farm Equipment, Belton Depot

20th Oct                OXFORDSHIRE Turney Group

21st Oct                 EAST ANGLIA Ernest Doe & Sons, Tewin Bury Hotel, Welwyn

ISEKI staff and dealer staff will be there at every roadshow date to show you around the machinery and answer any queries.  Food and refreshments will be available each day, plus some goodies for everyone that attends.

Commenting on the roadshow plans David Withers, Managing Director explained; “As we start emerging from our COVID induced shells it is great to start reconnecting with people in a safe outdoor environment and having the chance to show off our lovely new products to customers old and new around the country, I hope we will see great turnouts and look forward to getting back out there again”

For more details please visit www.iseki.co.uk/isekiroadshow2021, call ISEKI on 01473 599266 or contact the local dealer holding the event.

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Royal Burgess opts for ISEKI TH5420

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Royal Burgess opts for ISEKI TH5420: With over 280 years of history and curated by design greats such as ‘Old’ Tom Morris, Willie Park Jnr and James Braid, The Royal Burgess Golfing Society of Edinburgh continues to seek challenge and reward for its members.

Since the Millennium, one of the club’s focuses has been tree planting to create further visual interest and a healthier environment.  GEO certified since April 2018, the parkland course, at Barnton, is only a few miles from Edinburgh’s city centre.

Royal Burgess opts for ISEKI TH5420

Royal Burgess opts for ISEKI TH5420

In his 12th year as Course Manager, Chris Yeaman, and his team of seven, witness first-hand an abundance of nature, while they go about their business of achieving smooth greens, lush fairways and well cared bunkers.

This spring, Chris Yeaman had requirement for a new compact tractor, and with the guidance of Rob Hogarth, Regional Sales Manager at local dealer, Fairways GM at Kinross, he headed straight to the Iseki TH5420.

“All our tractors are Iseki; I’ve been a fan for almost two decades. Our most recent, the TG6490, is a fine machine, but we had a gap for one to take over greens. The new Stage V compliance came into it as we are in the process of trying to extend our GEO certification for another three years, also high on our list was versatility.

“Everything we wanted in a tractor, this one does. We were fortunate enough to be the first in Scotland to take delivery.  It’s small enough for greens and tees, handles smoothly, and an adjustable driving position works for everyone.  In time, we’ll get a mid mounted deck giving flexibility for mowing areas. Last year, also from Fairways, we got the Iseki zero-turn SZ330 mower for grass cutting between the trees; so, together with the TH5420, we can get these areas cut even quicker.

Rob Hogarth from Fairways GM said: “The TH5420 has a 40 hp Stage V compliant, 3-cylinder turbo diesel engine that also comes with a mid PTO as standard, so it accommodates a variety of implements. The 3 speed hydrostat makes for easy control.  It’s a compact and high torque, powerful tractor, perfect for turf maintenance applications.”

For further information on the full ISEKI range of mowers and tractors please visit www.iseki.co.uk or call 01473 599266.

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