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Blackpool FC has seen major improvements to both its stadium and training ground facilities following the installation of a new Hunter irrigation system, supplied by KAR UK and installed by Arden Lea Irrigation.

Head Groundsman Paul Flynn, who has bee

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The GroundsFest Academy continued its mission to upskill the industry with another free educational day, held on 31 July at Lantra House, Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire.

With a strong focus on robotics and sustainable technology, the CPD-accredited eve

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ICL’s proven Turf Defence tank-mix supports integrated turf management (ITM) strategies in reducing Microdochium patch risk ahead of the autumn and winter seasons.

Combining Greenmaster Liquid Iron Effect and H2Pro FlowSmart, this tank-mix enhances tu

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At GroundsFest 2025, Avant Tecno (Stand OSA270) will be showcasing two major new product launches.

The Avant e727 fully electric compact loader and the Leguan 265, the most advanced spider lift in the Leguan Lifts range will be taking price od place.

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GroundsFest 2025 visitors can expect a glimpse into the future of turf maintenance.

Located on stands RB380 and RB381,  Agrovista Amenity and XDC will showcase two of the most advanced robotic solutions on the market – the RM21 Combo Mower and the Tho

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With a demanding sports schedule and a heavy clay soil profile, aeration at Bedford School is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. That’s why Head Groundsman George Mills wasted no time in bringing in a Redexim Verti-Drain® 2519 when he joined the team j

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For Adam Rowlands, owner of Turf Doctor Specialists Ltd, maintaining high-quality cricket surfaces is about using the right tools for the job - and when it comes to seed, MM50 from MM Seed is his go-to solution.

Based in West London, Turf Doctor Speci

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Keith Porter, Grounds Manager at Leigh Sports Village in Greater Manchester, is celebrating his 18th year at the helm of one of the UK’s fastest-developing sporting venues – and with the installation of a new Hunter irrigation system supplied and sup

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John F replied to Taylor’s's discussion SR2000 Spreader help & advice
"L&S engineers always worth a try they stock lots of different parts for various machines .
Very helpful too "
13 hours ago
Peter sellers replied to Peter sellers's discussion Cordless drill
"Bought an Einhell pro pxc 18v 80nm cordless combi drill with 2 batteries,case and charger for £89.99 inc vat from Toolstation. Delighted at 80 nm it does not struggle with hardwood or masonry and a bargain at the price.
 
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14 hours ago
Taylor’s posted a discussion
I've recently purchased a used sr2000 spreader and now looking to replace some rusty parts and find a cover, does anyone know of a UK parts stockist?also, I tested it out using some grass seed and despite the holes opening and everything…
15 hours ago
Billybop replied to Peter sellers's discussion Echo DHCAS 2600HD Review
"yes drives me nuts sometimes. If I knew some way to bypass it I would. Safety feature I guess but I don't have it on any of my Stihl short reach hedge trimmers or cordless chainsaws, which are potentially just as dangerous. The same lever is the…"
Thursday
Peter sellers replied to Peter sellers's discussion Echo DHCAS 2600HD Review
"The Echo will cut stuff as thick as your finger without drama, not tried it on anything thicker. As far as comparing it to the Stihl HLA 135 I did try one but it is considerably heavier than the Echo and the switch having to be reset constantly did…"
Thursday
Billybop replied to Peter sellers's discussion Echo DHCAS 2600HD Review
"sounds good Peter, would love to test performance side by side with Stihl HLA135 or similar (which I've been using the past few seasons) which despite being a good rear motor machine has an infuriating safety cut off if left unused for just a few…"
Wednesday
Peter sellers posted a discussion
As promised review of above- having being used to the likes of Stihl 92ce and Echo petrol hedge cutters was expecting to be underwelmed by this battery machine which was bought purely on the basis of weight. I was wrong. This machine is awesome and…
Wednesday
Fusion Media posted a blog post
Mitie and Kress have announced a strategic partnership that will see 24 autonomous Kress Voyager ‘mowbots’ deployed across customer sites throughout the UK, representing one of the largest investments of its kind within the facilities management and…
Wednesday
Adam Woods replied to Graham Mitchell's discussion Selling your business/Customer base
"I did it in 2022...
Its a difficult one without contracts in place.... I think I was lucky - the company that bought the company (clients, van, employee and kit) didnt look after the clients in the way I did.... I know for a fact they had lost most…"
Monday
Will Roberts replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine
"That's the thing, on paper it's my perfect machine. I'll have to see if I can find a demonstrator to use for a week. "
Monday
Max alam replied to Graham Mitchell's discussion Selling your business/Customer base
"agreed with Peter here, if you do have the opportunity to 'hand down" a good platform and opportunity to someome young in your area, a current employee that you could see the potential in, or even a sub contractor youve worked alongside for a few…"
Jul 12
Sam Bainbridge replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine
"Just had a look it sounds good on paper (then again they all do), wonder what wet collection is like? I always wish etesia would do a roller mower but they won't it's only our market that calls for them, having said that if they did do one we would…"
Jul 12
Jason Bibiloni replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine
"I use a mountfield roller now as the bigger mowers were killing my back .Last one I got was about £420 from bq ,I keep them for about 18 months to 2 years and then get another new one when on offer and then sell the old one for about £120 "
Jul 11
Sam Bainbridge replied to Gerty's discussion Sloping kerb detail.
"You'll still.need planning for altering size of entrance to driveway also an approved contractor with correct paperwork is meant to be used but they charge 5k just for doing the public carriageway so I'd just do it and hope for the best, or you can…"
Jul 9
Fusion Media posted a blog post
Replay Maintenance has continued to expand its natural turf operations with the appointment of experienced turf professional Ben Hodson as Business Development Support.Ben joins the company with almost a decade of experience in the sports turf…
Jul 9
Fusion Media posted a blog post
At Airdrie Golf Club, Course Manager Jordan Cameron has taken a clear, back-to-basics approach to turf management, and with the support of Agrovista Amenity and growth regulator Attraxor®, the results are speaking for themselves.Jordan joined the…
Jul 9
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Echo DHCAS 2600HD Review

As promised review of above- having being used to the likes of Stihl 92ce and Echo petrol hedge cutters was expecting to be underwelmed by this battery machine which was bought purely on the basis of weight. I was wrong. This machine is awesome and…

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3 Replies · Reply by Billybop on Thursday
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Echo DHCA 2600 HD

Now in retirement mode and as previously.posted been looking for a cordless long reach and was going to buy something at the budget end,but as they all have the motor at the blade end making them very unbalanced along with slow blade speeds and very…

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6 Replies · Reply by Peter sellers Jul 7
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