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John Deere Introduces the New Gator™ XUV 875M

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John Deere Introduces the New Gator™ XUV 875M: John Deere has today announced the launch of its new diesel Gator™ XUV 875M utility vehicle. Designed to improve productivity across various tasks, the Gator XUV 875M offers increased cargo capacity, enhanced comfort, and improved functionality.

Key Specifications

The new Gator model’s key features include a 22.8 hp engine with a fuel tank volume of 42.4 litres, a seating capacity for three (suitable for off-road use), a cargo box capacity of 454 kg, and fully independent suspension with 203/229mm travel (front/rear).

John Deere Introduces the New Gator™ XUV 875M

John Deere Introduces the New Gator™ XUV 875M

Reliability and Comfort

The Gator XUV 875M builds on the reliability of previous models with an updated rear suspension design and tuned shock absorbers to enhance comfort. Key improvements include relocating the air intake 30 cm higher to ensure cleaner air intake, protecting the engine. Additionally, the new CVT (continuously variable transmission) air intake and exhaust system help draw cleaner air, protecting the system from debris, water, and mud.

Versatility

The redesigned cargo box of the Gator XUV 875M offers 13% more space than the XUV865M model, allowing for greater carrying capacity. Other key features of the cargo box are:

  • increased width to enhance cargo capacity and reduce mud sling
  • 12V SAE power port for added convenience
  • five divider slots on the side and three at the front to secure items
  • option to create a second level of storage
  • redesigned tailgate with a flat work surface, metric and imperial measurements, v-groove for cutting pipe, anti-gravity pockets, bump stops, and cup holders
  • integrated clamping points to secure items
  • fold-flat tie-downs in the front-middle and four corners of the load bed
  • tie-down pockets for securing loads that obstruct access to the D-rings inside the cargo box
  • four stake pockets on each side to accommodate stake pocket clamps for tool storage

Peter Nelder, John Deere Product Manager for Gator Utility Vehicles & Compact Utility Tractors in Europe, said on the new cargo box features: “The redesigned cargo box on the Gator XUV 875M is a very significant improvement, offering more space and functionality for our customers. The added width and integrated clamping points provide users with greater flexibility and convenience, making it easier to carry and secure a variety of items.”

The John Deere Gator XUV 875M utility vehicle will be available to dealers from spring 2025.

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Agrovista Amenity launches new brochure

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Agrovista Amenity launches new brochure: Agrovista Amenity has announced the release of its latest Landscaping and Planting Brochure, a comprehensive resource designed to support landscaping professionals in creating resilient, sustainable outdoor spaces.

Reflecting Agrovista Amenity’s dedication to eco-friendly practices, the brochure features innovative products and expert advice tailored to enhance plant health and minimise environmental impact.

Agrovista Amenity launches new brochure

Agrovista Amenity launches new brochure

Ed Smith, Landscape and IVM Manager for Agrovista Amenity, emphasised the company’s commitment to sustainable solutions and forward-thinking practices.

“Landscaping is more than just transforming outdoor environments; it’s about building spaces that thrive sustainably. Every decision we make is grounded in reducing carbon footprints, offering biodegradable solutions, and advancing efficacy,” said Ed.

The new brochure provides in-depth technical information on a range of essential products, including:

  • Lawn edging and suppressants
  • Dressing and growing media
  • Landscaping controls like herbicides, surface cleaners, and moss control
  • Spreaders and sprayers
  • Tree planting solutions and irrigation, such as eco-friendly Tree Hugger Guards
  • Plant nutrition and pest control options, including fertilisers, fungicides, and insecticides
  • Wildflower seeds for enhancing biodiversity
  • Ecology and wildlife products

Beyond the product offerings, Agrovista Amenity also provides more information in the brochure about the Agrovista Amenity Academy.

This platform offers product and industry-specific courses, equipping professionals with knowledge to optimise product use and earn CPD points.

Additionally, the brochure underlines Agrovista Amenity’s personalised support network. Every representative is qualified to BASIS and FACTS standards, ensuring that customers receive expert guidance on product selection, application, and landscape management.

For more information about Agrovista UK, visit www.agrovista.co.uk/amenity

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Avant Tecno UK Celebrates New State-of-the-Art Headquarters

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Avant Tecno UK Celebrates New State-of-the-Art Headquarters: Avant Tecno UK has officially unveiled its new multi-million-pound headquarters in Bury St Edmunds, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth and commitment to its UK operations.

Designed to facilitate Avant’s continued expansion, the 32,200 sq. ft purpose-built facility was crafted by local firm SEH French, with project management by Churchmanor Estates.

Avant Tecno UK Celebrates New State-of-the-Art Headquarters

Avant Tecno UK Celebrates New State-of-the-Art Headquarters

The grand opening of the headquarters was celebrated with an event welcoming trade and local media, partners, and esteemed guests, including the Ambassador of Finland to the United Kingdom, Jukka Siukosaari.

“This is a momentous occasion for Avant Tecno UK and our incredible team,” said Raimo Ala-Korpi, Managing Director of Avant Tecno UK. “The new headquarters is not only a symbol of our growth but also a stepping stone for our future aspirations. It’s a proud day for everyone involved and a testament to our commitment to delivering the best for our dealers, customers, and the community.”

Since establishing its presence in the UK in 1999, Avant Tecno UK has witnessed consistent growth. Previously operating near Thetford, the company identified the need for a larger, modern facility to support its operations and meet increasing demand. The new Bury St Edmunds headquarters reflects Avant’s forward-thinking vision, incorporating features that enhance efficiency, innovation, and sustainability.

The facility includes:

  • Modern office spaces to accommodate the growing team.
  • A showroom to display Avant’s renowned compact loaders, attachments and Leguan access platforms.
  • Dedicated training facilities to provide hands-on learning for dealers and end-users.
  • A warehouse with automated technologies to improve logistics and inventory management.
  • A technical workshop designed for hand-on training events, and equipment arrival checks.

The launch event began with a keynote address from Raimo, who highlighted the strategic importance of the new headquarters and its role in enhancing Avant Tecno UK’s operational efficiency and customer service.

“This investment demonstrates our long-term commitment to the UK market,” Raimo said. “It’s an opportunity to strengthen our dealer network, provide world-class training end-users, dealers and staff, and continue delivering cutting-edge solutions to our customers.”

Other speakers at the launch event included representatives from project partners Churchmanor Estates, LSI Architects, and SEH French, who detailed the project’s journey from conception to completion. They discussed the collaborative efforts and innovative techniques used to ensure the building met Avant’s high standards for quality and sustainability.

Ambassador Jukka Siukosaari, representing Finland at the event, praised Avant Tecno as an example of Finnish innovation and global excellence. During his speech, the Ambassador emphasised the importance of government support in helping Finnish companies like Avant expand internationally.

Guests at the event were treated to a guided tour of the new facility, offering a first-hand look at its innovative features. From the spacious training rooms to the automated warehouse systems, the headquarters highlights Avant Tecno UK’s focus on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.

Following the tour, attendees gathered for a networking lunch, further strengthening the connections between Avant, its partners, and the local community.

As Avant Tecno UK settles into its new home, the company remains focused on its core mission: delivering high-quality, innovative solutions that empower its customers. The new headquarters in Bury St Edmunds is more than just a building—it is foundation for a new centre of excellence for multi-functional compact machinery.

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

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New Sales Manager signal Wildwood’s ambitious plan

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New Sales Manager signal Wildwood’s ambitious plan: James Bastian, managing director of Winchester-based groundcare company Wildwood Machinery, says that the appointment of new Sales Manager, Rob Hogarth signals the company’s ambition to expand in geographic coverage and client sectors in 2025.

“This year, we’ve made significant progress in developing Wildwood Machinery with the goal of being the leading supplier of groundcare services in the South of England.”

New Sales Manager signal Wildwood’s ambitious plan

New Sales Manager signal Wildwood’s ambitious plan

“Our deal with leading machinery supplier INFINICUT®, our new, purpose-built headquarters, and the appointment of Rob Hogarth give us the platform to build further business with professional sports clubs, local authorities, schools and heritage properties,” says James.

Rob Hogarth brings 40 years of experience.

Wildwood Machinery’s newly-appointed Sales Manager, Rob Hogarth brings 25 years of experience working for golf clubs across the UK, including the prestigious Remedy Oak Golf Club in Dorset where he was responsible for the ‘grow-in’ of the new course.

Rob’s priorities at Wildwood will be to drive sales of groundcare equipment and after-sales service, and to build relationships with other suitable equipment manufacturers and clients.

Rob started his greenkeeping career at his home town golf club in Peebles, rising to Head Greenkeeper at the tender age of 19 – the youngest in Scotland at the time. In 2016, Rob moved into sales, taking a Dubai-based opportunity to work across the GULF region, before returning to the UK in 2019 to work for Fairways Professional Groundcare as Sales Manager for Scotland.

“I’m very excited to be joining James and the team at Wildwood, and I’m looking forward to getting out to meet a lot of old faces and hopefully making a lot of new friendships,” says Rob.

“Wildwood Machinery has rapidly established a positive reputation since launching in 2022, and there is so much potential to build the business further with the foundations that James and his team have put in place.”

Rob Hogarth can be contacted on 07349 124 926 and rob@wildwoodmachinery.com

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EGO Power Plus launches new Whitepaper

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EGO Power Plus launches new Whitepaper: Leading battery-powered outdoor power equipment specialist, EGO Power Plus, has launched a new whitepaper to educate heavy commercial outdoor power equipment users about the benefits of switching to battery power.

Despite progress in the domestic and light commercial sector, petrol is considered the ‘go-to’ for many heavy commercial users, however EGO’s ‘Battery Power, Performance, and Public Spaces: A Case for Battery-powered Equipment’, builds the case for battery powered OPE equipment, demonstrating how batteries and tools have evolved to meet the exacting demands of professional users since the early days.

EGO Power Plus launches new Whitepaper

EGO Power Plus launches new Whitepaper

Beyond providing insight into the evolution of battery technology, the document also shares the stark differences between petrol and battery-powered tools in terms of noise and vibration levels and also reveals the results of emissions testing conducted by one of the UK’s leading emissions testing specialists on behalf of EGO.

In addition, the whitepaper also highlights the financial benefits of switching to battery power and showcases a range of efficiency advantages that can be discovered by heavy commercial users with the ever-growing range of IoT-connected equipment.

Vince Brauns, Product Director for EGO, comments: “It is fair to say that a certain ‘range anxiety’ exists for many professional OPE equipment users. In our early days as a manufacturer, domestic tool users were quicker in adopting the new technology compared to heavy trade users, with many unconvinced that the performance and run time of petrol could be surpassed. We have put all our efforts into the research and development of producing a battery platform that is arguably one of the most advanced in today’s market and the whitepaper will hopefully help to challenge any remaining misconceptions.”

This year, EGO launched its reimagined Pro X series, designed to meet the demands of heavy-duty commercial users. With upgrades and developments based on user feedback, the Pro X series is EGO’s first big step in breaking down barriers to the adoption of battery power. The whitepaper examines these perceived barriers head-on and gives readers a look at EGO’s latest developments, which should reinforce commercial users’ confidence in the capabilities of battery power.

Vince adds: “Our findings build the case that petrol has had its time. Battery technology is now at the point where it can meet the needs of the most demanding users, with fewer environmental or health risks and lower maintenance costs to support businesses. The time to switch is now”.

To download the Whitepaper from EGO Power Plus, visit: https://egopowerplus.co.uk/ranges/professional-x-range

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