bassett - LJN Blog Posts - Landscape Juice Network2024-03-19T04:34:05Zhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/bassettSISIS Success in Australiahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/sisis-success-in-australia2014-08-05T12:25:45.000Z2014-08-05T12:25:45.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>SISIS, together with Dennis mowers have reported a successful show at the recent Australian Turfgrass Conference and Trade Exhibition, held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, with the SISIS Veemo tractor mounted scarifier the star attraction.</p><p>The British manufacturer, with the support of Proturf Machinery, the company’s distributor for Australia, then arranged a series of demonstration days for greenkeepers at a range of golf courses to see the Veemo along with the Litamina tractor mounted sweeper in action.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314170985?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314170985?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>Toby Clarke, sales manager of Dennis and SISIS, said: “The quality of the visitors at the exhibition was outstanding. This was our first time exhibiting in Australia, so it was good to see so many existing customers as well as discuss the benefits of our turf maintenance machinery to other visitors who may not have seen our range of equipment before.</p><p>“The demonstration days organised by our dealer Proturf were very well organised and allowed us to speak to greenkeepers which has been invaluable.”</p><p>The SISIS Veemo MK2 is a tractor-mounted scarifier used for removing thatch from large areas of turf, such as golf course fairways.</p><p>The Veemo’s strong cutting blades are designed for minimum surface disturbance and maximum thatch removal via three floating heads which are independent from the main frame. The heads each move in all degrees of motion and follow any undulations of the ground on a fairway without any danger of damaging/scalping the turf, whilst the tungsten tipped hook blades with variable spacing cut effectively through the thatch layer.</p><p>Unrivalled on undulating ground, with fast ground coverage saving time and money; the Veemo has a simple depth control without the use of any tools by means of a micro-adjuster on each unit, giving flexibility for scarifying and verticutting.</p><p>The SISIS Litamina 1200 & 1500 models are tractor mounted compact sweepers and collectors for collecting all types of surface debris from fine turf and outfield turf. Their effective sweeping brushes mean it is ideal for sports field maintenance, golf courses, synthetic turf maintenance and amenities.</p><p>The SISIS Litamina has a spiral design brush for effective collection, a hydraulic tip facility for easy emptying and a large capacity hopper.</p><p>Further information about the range of bowls maintenance products available can be found by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dennisuk.com">www.dennisuk.com</a> / <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sisis.com">www.sisis.com</a>.</p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Dennis on Twitter @DennisMowers and SISIS @SISISMachinery. You can like the Facebook page –<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK">www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK</a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery">www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery</a>. You can also view the latest Dennis videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/DennisMowers">www.youtube.com/DennisMowers</a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery">www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery</a></p></div>Les Malin Promoted to Operations Director at Etesia UKhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/les-malin-promoted-to-operations-director-at-etesia-uk2014-08-04T12:40:34.000Z2014-08-04T12:40:34.000ZEtesia UKhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/EtesiaUK<div><p>Due to the continued expansion of Etesia UK, Les Malin, who until recently was general manager of the company, has been promoted to operations director – a move which sees the company’s first UK director. The privately owned company is also celebrating its 25th anniversary this year.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314174458?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314174458?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>Les started in the farming industry at the age of 16, and now has nearly 40 years within the agricultural and turfcare industry. He is highly respected not just amongst Etesia’s vast range of dealers but also across the industry and beyond. Les has gained extensive experience in both the retail and manufacturing sectors of the grounds care industry beginning his career in 1993 when he was appointed area manager at E P Barrus, before joining Etesia as Area Manager in 2000, and subsequently appointed general manager at Etesia UK in 2006.</p><p>Favoured by many of the UK's top councils as well as landscapers and groundsmen, including National Trust gardens, both Etesia has gained a reputation for producing equipment that is highly reliable with low maintenance, making them the number one choice for many users.</p><p>Etesia became distributor of Pellenc battery-powered tools in 2010, further enhancing Etesia’s ‘green’ credentials. These products can now be seen in every major UK city, as well as the majority of national trust sites around the country.</p><p>Commenting on the promotion, Patrick Vives, managing director of Etesia UK said: “Les has done an excellent job for us in his time at Etesia. Over the past 14 years he and his team have significantly enhanced our reputation whilst growing our dealer network.</p><p>“The Promotion also reinforces Etesia’s ethos of identifying talent from within the business and providing long-term career opportunities. I’m absolutely delighted to see this promotion and I have total confidence that Les will take the business forward even further in the years to come.”</p><p>For further information, please contact Etesia UK on 01295 680120 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.etesia.co.uk">www.etesia.co.uk</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Etesia UK on Twitter @EtesiaUK and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK">www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK</a>. You can also view the latest Etesia videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/EtesiaUK">www.youtube.com/EtesiaUK</a></p></div>2014 - An Old Fashioned Summer at Lasthttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/2014-an-old-fashioned-summer-at-last2014-08-01T09:15:50.000Z2014-08-01T09:15:50.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Its past mid-summer and the grasses are looking burnt, with the odd storm rejuvenating them briefly. The sporting summer of 2014 has been an amazing spectacle and all but completed, with the winter sport season about to begin. Glasgow has shone for the Games and Royal Liverpool and Royal Porthcawl looked magnificent for both the Opens. It’s not long until the Ryder Cup at Gleneagles, so it’s getting to the sharp end for the greenkeeping team up there.</p><p>Here, Alan Abel from Complete Weed Control gives his monthly advice on what to look out for.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314178220?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314178220?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>We have seen an early season this year for weed control, as temperatures rose in April and a lot of selective weed control took place. But that's 4 months ago and they are running out of steam, especially where clover has germinated later than broad leaf weeds.</p><p>James McKenzie MBE, Director of Golf Courses & Estate Management at Celtic Manor relies on Complete Weed Control for a total solution programme.<br/> James McKenzie MBE, Director of Golf Courses & Estate Management at Celtic Manor relies on Complete Weed Control for a total solution programme.<br/> It might now be necessary to contemplate a second spray in some situations. Where clover is the only problem, then it is so obvious that spot treatment is effective.</p><p>It’s also the time of year that the invasives can become more obtrusive. The Giant Hogweed has flowered, while the Himalayan Balsam is in the ‘pink’ and spreading at a rate of knots. Japanese Knotweed is very obvious but is late to flower, maybe due to lack of moisture in the ground.</p><p>Every season is so different, and plants respond in different ways. That's why timing of herbicide applications is of the essence and needs to so precise due to their rising cost. This is where passing this type of specialist work to a contractor pays dividends, as they have the expertise and know the different treatments available best suited to your needs.</p><p>Despite the loss of some of the well-known herbicides like Tordon 22k and Timbrel to name only two, there are other new products on the market that need stewardship before supplying and must be used by professionals.</p><p>Complete Weed Control has a national network of franchisees ready to survey any situation and offer a solution to any weed, pest or disease problems. Disease in fine turf will be prevalent in the early autumn. All turf managers of these areas should be looking at the health of the plant going into these periods of high incidences of disease.</p><p>By making the grass stronger with the use of Harpins, fertilisers, turf hardeners and other products, this will protect the swards from being attacked by pathogens. This all comes under the umbrella of the Sustainable Use Directive (SUDS) from the EU. Using more cultural methods and trying to reduce the input of fungicides is the aim of the directive. This goes for all of the amenity market. You could also look at Integrated Pest Management to try and reduce our reliance on pesticides in general.</p><p>It’s not long until SALTEX at Windsor Racecourse, and all that promises. Let's hope for good weather again for all the exhibitors.</p><p>For more information, please contact Complete Weed Control’s National office on 01325 324 277 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.completeweedcontrol.co.uk">www.completeweedcontrol.co.uk</a>. You can also follow CWC on Twitter @CWCLimited for much more news, reviews and insightful views.</p></div>Dennis Shows Cutting Edge Technology at SALTEX 2014https://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/dennis-shows-cutting-edge-technology-at-saltex-20142014-07-22T13:15:33.000Z2014-07-22T13:15:33.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>A visit to the Dennis stand on B40 at IOG SALTEX 2014 will show how the company’s range of world class turf maintenance equipment enables turf professionals to benefit from cutting edge technology.</p><p>Among the Dennis range of machinery will be the FT510, Razor Ultra, G860 and the Premier professional cylinder mowers along with the S500 Plus seeder, which creates ideal seed germination pockets whilst reducing seed wastage.</p><p>The FT510 professional mower is unrivalled as a mower and turf maintenance machine on all areas of fine turf. A cutting width of 510mm (20”) and a range of 11 interchangeable cassettes mean that one machine can be used for several different jobs from scarifying, verticutting, brushing and cutting.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314180917?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314180917?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>The Razor Ultra 560 has been developed to specifically meet the demands of cricket pitches as well as golf greens & tees and bowling greens. The machine has a 560mm (22”) cutting width and incorporates many key features including an 11 bladed cutting cylinder, ultra short wheelbase for undulating surfaces, tungsten tipped groomer, compact handle design for extra manoeuvrability, click height adjusters and stub free transport wheels for easy transport from site to site.</p><p>The G860 has eleven quick changeover cassette options giving ultimate flexibility and a single power unit for many day-to-day maintenance tasks. This versatility coupled with low ground pressure, at just 166kgs, and manoeuvrability makes the G860 the first choice for many top sporting venues around the world including the recent FIFA World Cup Finals in Brazil.</p><p>Fitted with either a powerful Honda Petrol or Kubota diesel engine, the Premier is available in 30” and 36” cutting widths. A 3 section rear roller and steering brakes make it easy to manoeuvre giving an excellent stripe pattern and rolling characteristics. Complete with a large diameter front roller with adjustable scraper, for precise height of cut control, the machine is easy to adjust on both sides with the use of a single spanner.</p><p>In addition to the range of Dennis products on show, the combined display with SISIS will also show a range of natural and synthetic turf maintenance machinery.</p><p>For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact Dennis 01332 824 777 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dennisuk.com">www.dennisuk.com</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Dennis on Twitter @DennisMowers and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK.You">www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK.You</a> can also view the latest Dennis videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/DennisMowers">www.youtube.com/DennisMowers</a></p></div>Etesia Returns to SALTEX with Green Technology™https://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/etesia-returns-to-saltex-with-green-technology2014-07-22T08:11:26.000Z2014-07-22T08:11:26.000ZEtesia UKhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/EtesiaUK<div><p>Etesia UK returns to IOG SALTEX 2014 after two years absence on stand D35 with a new range of Etesia Green Technology™ products and Pellenc battery powered maintenance tools.</p><p>Visitors to the stand will be able to view the new battery powered machines from Etesia which includes the Bahia M2E – the world’s first fully electric ride-on cut and collect mower, the Bahia VTE – an electric tow vehicle, a multi-purpose electric wheel barrow and the range of robotic ETmowers.</p><p>Also on the stand will be the full range of Pellenc battery-powered tools which include the Helion hedgecutter, Airion blower, Selion pole and chainsaws, Treelion pruners, Excelion 2000 cow-handled brushcutter and the Excelion 1200 grass strimmer.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314229643?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314229643?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>Featuring all of the benefits of its petrol 'brother' which has made the Bahia a favourite, the Bahia M2E has the advantages of no odour, zero emissions, low noise, low vibrations, reduced maintenance costs and reduced health and safety issues for operators. Cutting and collecting is directly comparable to the petrol version. An optional power converter is also available to power any 220V electric tool below 1000W.</p><p>The VTE model of the Bahia electric family is a true multifunctional vehicle that is compact, silent and environmentally-friendly. It offers a professional and original solution for all of your maintenance, work and transport needs throughout the year. It is ideal for movement, towing and working in enclosed spaces where compactness, manoeuvrability, low noise and absence of pollutant emissions are important.</p><p>The wheel barrow is a new revolutionary 100% electric wheel barrow, which is available with a range of attachments to tackle a wide variety of jobs. Power comes from a 24V 1000W battery with two forward and two reverse speeds up to 6kp/h which can transport heavy material in the skip section and water or liquid material in the tank section, be used as a raised work bench by folding down the side panels, or transport tools in the tool rack and be used to tip waste material.</p><p>The range of four robotic ETmowers, which are available in 44cm, 65cm and 105cm cutting widths cut from 5,000m² up to 20,000m². Robot mowers mow grass areas perfectly without any human intervention and reduce the cost of lawn maintenance considerably, not only in terms of labour and maintenance costs, but also by cutting your energy bill. Mulch mowing is 100% natural: it does away with the need to gather up, store and dispose of the cuttings, it fertilises the soil, and it helps the lawn to stand up to drought conditions.</p><p>Pellenc tools can now be seen in every major UK city, as well as the majority of national trust sites around the country. “Most councils and contractors are looking more closely at the lifetime cost of their machinery and not just the initial purchasing cost. Our product is not the cheapest to buy, but if you consider lifetime cost, repairs, maintenance and downtime, the value is there for all to see".</p><p>In the last five years, Pellenc has gained market recognition by offering a unique range of ‘zero emission’ battery-powered handheld tools, thanks to the development of Lithium-ion ultra-high performance batteries. This technology, which is exclusive to Pellenc, allows for a drastic reduction in the production of greenhouse gases and noise pollution. It is also comfortable for users, meets new sustainable development demands and offers excellent economic profitability. All tools now come with a comprehensive three year warranty.</p><p>A range of petrol and diesel Etesia pedestrian and ride-on machines can also be seen by visiting RT Machinery, an Etesia approved dealer, on stand D45.</p><p>For further information, please contact Etesia UK on 01295 680120 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.etesia.co.uk">www.etesia.co.uk</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Etesia UK on Twitter @EtesiaUK and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK">www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK</a>. You can also view the latest Etesia videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/EtesiaUK">www.youtube.com/EtesiaUK</a></p></div>School’s Showpiece Pitch Evolves with Help from Sherriff Amenityhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/school-s-showpiece-pitch-evolves-with-help-from-sherriff-amenity2014-07-21T09:32:48.000Z2014-07-21T09:32:48.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>The head groundsman at Durham School has found a way of getting its main rugby pitch fit and ready for cricket action in the brief gap between seasons. This year for the first time Barry Boustead used Evolution5, a coated, controlled release fertiliser from Sherriff Amenity, resulting in the best outfield grass cover anyone can remember and a host of compliments.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314168932?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314168932?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>Each year Barry gets just three weeks to turn a winter First XV pitch into a summer one for the First XI. It is an intense period of work. In the five previous years he has been at the school; his routine for transferring from rugby to cricket outfield has been re-seed, top dress, spray with iron, and apply lots of fertiliser. It works to a certain extent, but it is immensely time consuming for a solo professional.</p><p>The pitch is a showpiece for the independent co-educational school dating back to the 15th century, being directly adjacent to its main building. It is very much a focal point.</p><p>On the advice of the head groundsman at Durham University, where Barry had previously worked, he called in Sherriff Amenity’s Mark Robertson to conduct soil testing and check nutrient levels to see what course of action would take the pitch to a higher level of excellence. Evolution5 25.5.8 fine granule spring fertiliser is specifically for early growing season application to fine turf mown above 6mm, and therefore ideal for cricket outfields, especially where sward thickening following winter sports use is required. Urea coating ensures four-to- five month effectiveness, nitrogen gives strong, dense growth, and magnesium means a pleasing season-long grass colour.</p><p>“Getting the pitch checked like this and then doing a single application of Evolution5 worked out less expensive than the routines I’d been following,” said Barry. “More importantly, it took up a lot less of my time and the outfield sward is so much better than I’d previously been able to achieve.”</p><p>Using a tractor-mounted spreader, Barry said the job took just half a day, applying Evolution5 spring treatment at 35 grams per square metre <a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314170913?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314170913?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-right"/></a></p><p>“I was pleasantly surprised to see how quickly it took a hold, given how cold it was this spring,” added Barry. “A slow release fertiliser that gets to work at speed is a real bonus in school pitch work.</p><p>“Pitch conditions are not too heavy and I do a twice yearly application of sand top-dressing to keep it that way. The over winter surface actually wears quite well, though there are some worn areas. The real problem I’ve had has been getting establishment of spring-sown seed, and minimising intrusion of meadow grass. In just a few weeks Evolution 5 changed all that and germination was much more effective.”</p><p>During the summer term Barry deals with at least one, sometimes two matches a day on one or other of the pitch’s two tables. In May it staged a benefit match for two of Durham’s top county players, Gordon Muchall and Gareth Breeze. Durham Jets, the county’s limited over side took on a Durham ‘Legends’ side, which included West Indies test star Shivnarine Chanderpaul, and Sri Lanka’s Kumar Sangakkara. After the match Barry said that these big names made a point of complimenting him on the quality of the outfield.</p><p>Barry already plans to boost the switch back to a rugby surface in the autumn term by applying Evolution5 12.5.21 autumn fertiliser.</p><p>For further information, please contact Sherriff Amenity on 01638 721 888 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sherriffamenity.com">www.sherriffamenity.com</a></p><p>For more news and insightful views, you can follow Sherriff Amenity on Twitter @SherriffAmenity</p></div>Tottenham Hotspur Choose SISIS for Versatility and Flexibilityhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/tottenham-hotspur-choose-sisis-for-versatility-and-flexibility2014-07-18T08:55:51.000Z2014-07-18T08:55:51.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Tottenham Hotspur FC grounds manager Darren Baldwin has chosen a SISIS tractor mounted brush combination of a Zig Zag brush and Flexibcomb which have been fitted to a Twinplay frame for use on both the synthetic and natural surfaces at the club’s new training ground in Enfield.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314177705?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314177705?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>As grounds manager, Darren is responsible for both the training ground and stadium pitch at White Hart Lane, overseeing a team of over 20. Part of his day-to-day duties include the maintenance of both the one and a half outdoor and one 70 x 50 metre indoor synthetic pitches at the training ground, which are used 7-days-a-week.</p><p>With that amount of activity; it is vitally important a regular maintenance programme is followed to keep the synthetic surfaces in tip-top condition at all times. This involves a combination of light or heavy brushes to even out the distribution of rubber crumb on a daily basis.</p><p>“An important part of my job is to work with key suppliers within the industry. Here at Tottenham Hotspur; we have a number of key suppliers that we work with from fertilisers and chemicals and in my view, most importantly – machinery; where we will use two or three key suppliers to make sure that we get all of the equipment that we need for the specific jobs we are required to do. An integral part of our synthetic surface maintenance equipment is the SISIS Flexicomb and Zig Zag brushes, which we use on a regular basis throughout the week.”</p><p>The SISIS Flexicomb has 52 sets of polypropylene bristles which can be made stiffer or softer by simple adjustment of the crossbar. On synthetic surfaces the Flexicomb grooms the pitch, standing up the carpet fibres and returns the surface to a perfect playing condition ensuring an even distribution of infill material. The system is also just as effective on natural turf and can, depending on the chosen setting, be used as a brush or as a rake – versatility which has impressed Darren.<a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314178738?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314178738?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-right"/></a></p><p>“The main reason for our use of the Flexicomb is its versatility. Not only do we use it on the synthetic pitches but also our natural pitches. We find it useful to use after training sessions where we will go over the area with the brushes which stands the grass up ready for us to hoover up any debris.”</p><p>“The SISIS brushes are so simple to use. There are times when we need to de-compact the synthetic surface which requires a stiffer setting and there are other times where we are just looking for a light brush over of the surface, but it only takes minutes to adjust. The system is very quick and keeps presentation of the surface very high.</p><p>The best feature on the SISIS synthetic equipment is its flexibility. The Zig Zag brush is very important at the front to even out the rubber crumb before the Flexicomb comes behind and is brilliant at standing up the fibres and evenly distributing the rubber infill.</p><p>We’ve had outstanding success with the Flexicomb and would fully recommend it to be used on any synthetic surface.”</p><p>For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact SISIS on 01332 824 777 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sisis.com">www.sisis.com</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow SISIS on Twitter @SISISMachinery and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery">www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery</a>. You can also view the latest SISIS videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery">www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery</a></p></div>The War on Weeds and other Pestshttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/the-war-on-weeds-and-other-pests2014-07-01T10:14:36.000Z2014-07-01T10:14:36.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>With summer having arrived safely throughout the UK following a wet May, growth is exceptional. Here, Alan Abel from Complete Weed Control gives his monthly advice on what to look out for.</p><p>Council cut-backs are showing up across the country making driving even more hazardous than usual. With species like hogweed, thistles, docks, etc. growing quicker and higher than grasses; a judicious spray of a selective herbicide mixed with trinexapac-ethyl PGR is the way forward.</p><p>It would increase safety by a huge percentage and save money for councils as the grass would be lower and less dense when a cut finally became necessary.</p><p>This practice is a proven mix and will be a major player in the control of amenity grass and weed growth throughout many county council spheres of work including housing areas and open spaces. When budgets are being attacked so severely, people must look outside the box and see what is available that is both cost effective and does the job.</p><p>Staying with Councils, the 'lowest price' seems to be the way they are going when awarding some contracts. But this does not always mean the cheapest option for them in the long run.</p><p>Their officers may have to run around more to ensure the job is happening and being carried out as per the specification. Depending how much of the above occurs and how many complaints are received at the switchboard, the actual cost may end being considerably higher than the original tender price.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314180662?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314180662?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>With so many hoops to jump through, as a contractor, applying pesticides safely throughout the UK and Ireland, CWC have achieved the Amenity Approved Standard, ISO 9001 and 14002 across all our Franchisees.</p><p>We adhere to these standards every day, and NOT just the day of the audit. <br/> With our WEED-IT technology blazing a trail down many street pavements, our franchisees comply with EU legislation and the new herbicide labelling on glyphosate products.</p><p>The law is that only spot treatment of weeds on hard surfaces is permitted. This law, as long as it is adhered to by ALL personnel applying Glyphosate to street pavements and other hard surfaces, will prolong the life of glyphosate.</p><p>If it is used incorrectly and perhaps blanket sprayed, then it may be found in water courses. The water framework directive gives the Environment Agency the power to closely look for pesticides in water. The result could be the withdrawal of glyphosate from use.</p><p>This would be disastrous for all of us, resulting in much higher food prices as agriculture would be hit hard and the cost of keeping the streets and high profile amenity areas clear of weeds would be colossal.</p><p>For more information, please contact Complete Weed Control’s National office on 01325 324 277 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.completeweedcontrol.co.uk" target="_blank">www.completeweedcontrol.co.uk</a>. You can follow Complete Weed Control on Twitter @CWCLimited.</p></div>Clemson University Chooses SISIS for Performance and Dependabilityhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/clemson-university-chooses-sisis-for-performance-and2014-06-25T09:31:17.000Z2014-06-25T09:31:17.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>A SISIS Veemo tractor mounted heavy duty de-thatcher and SISIS Multislit tractor mounted deep slitting aerator are helping Clemson University in South Carolina, USA keep on top of its grounds and turf maintenance schedules following head groundsman Ernest Echols’ decision to purchase the machines in late 2013.</p><p>One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University was founded in 1889. The college campus sits on 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Hartwell Lake. With over 50 sports clubs operating, it is vitally important that sports surfaces are always kept in peak condition.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314219921?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314219921?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>“The pitches work hard all-year-round so compaction along with thatch can be serious issues if it is not dealt with in the proper manner," commented Ernest. “After an extensive search for the correct machinery to carry out these key tasks, we spoke to Ian Camp from C.S. Trading who recommended the SISIS Veemo and Multislit. We received a demonstration, and were so impressed that we decided to purchase both pieces of kit.”</p><p>Thatch accumulation is one of the most common turf related problems experienced by today's turf managers. Because of the ever-increasing demands placed on sports facilities throughout the year, effective management is essential. De-thatching is important to encourage germination and the Veemo allows Ernest to verticut the university’s sportsfields, whilst removing the thatch build-up in an efficient, timely manner.</p><p>The Veemo has three floating heads independent from the main frame which move in all degrees of motion and follow any undulations of the ground on a fairway without any danger of damaging the turf, whilst the tungsten tipped hook blades with variable spacing cut effectively through the thatch layer. Depth of cut is infinitely variable by means of a micro-adjuster on each unit.</p><p>Fitted with a direct drive to tine shaft via hydraulic motors mounted on the de-thatching units is something that has been a major plus to Ernest. “The performance and power from this machine has been superb.”</p><p>The SISIS Multislit is a tractor mounted deep slitting aerator which is suitable for the maintenance of soccer, rugby, cricket pitches and golf courses. The slitter, featuring 40 sharpened fine turf tines, can be used on a compact tractor, minimising the overall weight on the surface.</p><p>The Multislit produces excellent underground cultivation due to the angle of the tines. The spiral design of tine shaft assist penetration and its simple design requires little maintenance.</p><p>“The ease of operation and the end result achieved are the best features of the Multislit. The grounds maintenance crew like using both machines because of the results you get from them. Using them has become part of our maintenance schedule.</p><p>“SISIS manufacture turf maintenance machines that are not luxury items, but necessities,” said Ernest.</p><p>For further SISIS product information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact CS Trading on (864) 843 5972 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sisis.com">www.sisis.com</a>.</p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow SISIS on Twitter @SISISMachinery and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery">www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery</a>. You can also view the latest SISIS videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery">www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery</a></p></div>New Sales Appointment for Dennis and SISIShttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/new-sales-appointment-for-dennis-and-sisis2014-06-13T10:30:29.000Z2014-06-13T10:30:29.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Dennis and SISIS, divisions of the Howardson Group, a leading British manufacturer of innovative world class turf maintenance equipment, have announced the appointment of Ewen Wilson as northern area sales manager, incorporating Scotland, Ireland and Northern England with immediate effect.</p><p>This management restructuring announcement follows the retirement of Alan Ronaldson after twelve years’ service with the company. As part of the restructure, Ewen will also continue his export responsibilities for USA, Middle East and Scandinavia, having worked for the company for almost 30 years.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314218288?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314218288?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>For the last 90 years Dennis has been producing professional mowers synonymous with sports stadia and fine lawns across the globe and often referred to as the 'Rolls Royce of mowers'.</p><p>Since 1932 SISIS has been designing and manufacturing innovative turf maintenance equipment for both natural and artificial surfaces. Now part of the Howardson group alongside Dennis the two product portfolios provide groundsmen, greenkeepers and gardeners with a truly comprehensive range of British manufactured high quality products.</p><p>Ewen’s new responsibilities will include providing product advice and assistance to customers and dealers within his region, as well as attending seminars and exhibitions.</p><p>Announcing the appointment, Toby Clarke, sales manager for Dennis and SISIS, commented: "We had a large void to fill with the retirement of Alan and I am delighted that Ewen will now be responsible for this area. He has a wealth of experience of all of our products and his experience and industry expertise will be invaluable".</p><p>Ewen can be contacted on 07967 597439 or ewen.wilson@sisis.com</p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Dennis on Twitter @DennisMowers and SISIS @SISISMachinery. You can like the Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK">www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK</a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery">www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery</a>. You can also view the latest Dennis videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/DennisMowers">www.youtube.com/DennisMowers</a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery">www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery</a></p></div>Two New Faces For Fusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/two-new-faces-for-fusion-media2014-06-10T10:07:39.000Z2014-06-10T10:07:39.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Award-winning marketing and corporate communications agency Fusion Media (Europe) Limited are pleased to announce the appointment of Brodie Tse and Reece Heard as social media executives with immediate effect.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314220999?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314220999?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>Brodie and Reece won the two positions over other highly skilled candidates with their understanding of content creation and blog & social media experience, and are already looking for new ways to develop client’s online presence to bring more of their products and services to their customers’ computer screens and further improve and develop communication on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.</p><p>Their key challenges will be to plan, develop and implement Fusion Media’s social media marketing and online communications strategy on behalf of their clients, and to build brand awareness.</p><p>“We’ve been on the lookout for someone to fill this position for a little while and were delighted when the talented Brodie and Reece crossed our path,” said Fusion Media managing director Christopher Bassett. “I have no doubt that they will both make great additions to our already successful team.”</p><p>Fusion Media are a full service marketing and corporate communications agency and work across all media channels delivering award winning, high quality public relations, marketing, advertising, design, photography, event management and digital media services to a wide range of local, national and international clients.</p><p>For further information please contact Fusion Media (Europe) on 01322 424 499 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.fusion-media.eu">www.fusion-media.eu</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views you can follow Fusion Media on Twitter @FusionMediaEU and like the company’s facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/FusionMediaEurope">www.facebook.com/FusionMediaEurope</a>. You can also view the latest Fusion videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/FusionMediaEU1">www.youtube.com/FusionMediaEU1</a></p></div>Alan Ronaldson Retires from Dennis & SISIShttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/alan-ronaldson-retires-from-dennis-sisis2014-06-04T09:41:23.000Z2014-06-04T09:41:23.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Dennis and SISIS area sales manager Alan Ronaldson has retired after twelve years’ service with the company. During this time, Alan was responsible for the development and expansion of dealers for both brands in Scotland, North of England and Ireland.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314218554?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314218554?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>He joined the Howardson group in 2002 having previously worked in the industry for over 30 years at a number of companies within the groundcare industry. He is well-known to many throughout the trade having supplied turf maintenance equipment to some of the highest profile sports clubs and venues in his region, such as Glasgow Celtic, Glasgow Rangers, Hampden Park, Murrayfield, Croke Park and the Aviva Stadium as well as grass roots clubs across all groundcare markets.</p><p>Alan lives in Bangor, Northern Ireland with his wife of five years, Lorraine. He is a keen piper, both solo and in a band and has been participating in and judging competition at the highest levels across different countries for many years.</p><p>His main plan for retirement is travelling the world and visiting destinations that he and Lorraine have been putting off for the last couple of years. He is also looking to resume his teaching of the bagpipes and drums.</p><p>"I've seen some massive changes here at Howardson Ltd over the last twelve years and I've thoroughly enjoyed my time. Probably the biggest change I’ve seen was the acquisition of SISIS back in 2011. I’m very proud to have worked for a British manufacturer who has been a pioneer in the turfcare industry."</p><p>Commenting on his retirement Toby Clarke, sales manager at Dennis and SISIS said: "With his loyalty and passion for both Dennis and SISIS, Alan has played a key role in adding to the success of our products within his region. He has a hands-on approach to solving problems, a great way with people, and seemingly limitless energy. Everyone here wishes him a very happy and well-earned retirement."</p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Dennis on Twitter @DennisMowers and SISIS @SISISMachinery. You can like the Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK">www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK</a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery">www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery</a>. You can also view the latest Dennis videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/DennisMowers">www.youtube.com/DennisMowers</a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery">www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery</a></p></div>Spring has sprung With a Vengeancehttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/spring-has-sprung-with-a-vengeance2014-06-03T08:31:17.000Z2014-06-03T08:31:17.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>2014 is turning out to be so different from last year. In May 2013, the grass eventually woke up from a long winter, whereas this year, it is about six weeks ahead. Alan Abel from Complete Weed Control gives his monthly advice on what to look out for.</p><p>Operating by dates is clearly not the way forward. Turf managers have to deal with problems/weeds/situations/grass growth as and when they arrive.</p><p>Contracting is a delicate balancing act of getting the right herbicide on the right area with the right equipment at the right time and especially at the right rate of application.</p><p>When you look at that paragraph closely, it is difficult to achieve all those parameters given the weather we now see as the over-riding factor.</p><p>This is where dealing with a local contractor comes into its own. They know what the weather will be like better than someone travelling maybe 250 miles to do the same job. They then end up spending extra money on accommodation or being forced into doing the job in the wrong working conditions.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314213918?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314213918?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>As far as 'in the field' is concerned, Complete Weed Control has been flagging up the leatherjacket populations and there is definitely no reason to change this point of view. They are very active and many golf fairways are being eaten alive. We are finding grubs as long as one pound coins!</p><p>It’s probably on the edge of being financial sense to spray now and again in the autumn/winter.</p><p>Where PGR's (Primo Maxx/Clipless) have been applied in a programmed approach, it is noticeable weed populations are less. These products are such an important inclusion in any turf manager's arsenal and in damp, even wet conditions they help with the overall look of the facility.</p><p>As far as weeds are concerned, there is no shortage! Due to the wet winter and reasonably mild conditions, they are strong and have been flourishing for around a month due. Slender speedwell is showing up in managed amenity turf, so the more high- end products such as Cabadex and Praxys are necessary to knock this innocuous looking weed out, as it creeps further and further without people realising. Old favourites like daisy, clover, dandelion, chickweed, cat’s ear and hawkbit are all present in great numbers.</p><p>Also, due to the extensive winter flooding; Himalayan Balsam, Giant Hogweed and Japanese Knotweed are even bigger problems this year. Icade, which needs a Stewardship Lecture before buying, is the new product incorporating aminopyralid and triclopyr that will control these weeds @ 4 litres. There is no 'silver bullet' for Japanese Knotweed and 'control' is all you can expect.</p><p>Balsam and Hogweed need controlling early as they become more difficult to apply herbicides the taller they get.</p><p>You can contact any of our Complete Weed Control Franchisees, all local to you, who will be happy to furnish you with advice on any problem, be it weed, insect, pest or fungicide related</p><p>For more information, please contact Complete Weed Control’s National office on 01325 324 277 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.completeweedcontrol.co.uk">www.completeweedcontrol.co.uk</a>. You can follow Complete Weed Control on Twitter @CWCLimited.</p></div>Etesia UK Dealers Visit Pellenc Factory in Francehttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/etesia-uk-dealers-visit-pellenc-factory-in-france2014-05-30T09:14:10.000Z2014-05-30T09:14:10.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Ten Etesia UK dealers have recently visited Pellenc’s state-of-the-art facilities in Pertuis, France to reward them as the ten best performing dealers for the range of environmentally friendly battery-powered equipment.</p><p>After arriving in Marseilles, the delegates were driven to Pertuis and given a presentation of the company and told how Etesia and Pellenc had come to work together before they set off on a tour of the impressive R&D department, which has seen over 850 patents registered. Next up was a tour of the factory including production, assembly line and distribution centre which totalled 135,000 work hours in 2013.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314223048?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314223048?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>The second day gave everyone the chance to test out the equipment before departing for a boat trip seeing some of the country’s coastal sights.</p><p>Pellenc’s zero emission concept offers a full range of truly professional handheld power tools are powerful, silent and emission-free thanks to the lithium-ion technology and ‘brushless’ electric motors which are patented to the company.</p><p>These environmentally-friendly tools are now offered with a three year commercial warranty as standard – the first manufacturer to offer this.</p><p>Employing 1,150 people, Pellenc has 15 subsidiaries in France and further afield with a presence in 50 countries. 800 distributors take care of over 50,000 customers worldwide. In the UK, Pellenc tools can be seen in every major city, as well as the majority of national trust sites around the country.</p><p>Chris Harris of Surrey Power said: "It was very interesting and surprising too - I never realised just how big the Pellenc operation was."</p><p>Richard Taylor of RT Machinery also commented: “I was amazed at the sheer scale of the operation – from the R&D department, which invests a considerable amount of profit back into the development of new products, to the assembly line. The agricultural equipment was also very impressive."</p><p>Etesia UK general manager Les Malin said: "We are very proud of our relationship with Pellenc and have gained recognition with local authorities, landscapers, contractors as well as groundsmen and greenkeepers who are now looking at environmentally-friendly products. To be able to show our dealers just how much effort goes into manufacturing this equipment, and to get their feedback, is invaluable."</p><p>For further information, please contact Etesia UK on 01295 680120 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.etesia.co.uk">www.etesia.co.uk</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Etesia UK on Twitter @EtesiaUK and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK">www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK</a>. You can also view the latest Etesia videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/EtesiaUK">www.youtube.com/EtesiaUK</a></p></div>Dennis Helps Brazil Prepare for 2014 FIFA World Cuphttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/dennis-helps-brazil-prepare-for-2014-fifa-world-cup2014-05-29T12:47:33.000Z2014-05-29T12:47:33.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Leading British manufacturer Dennis Mowers has won a prestigious order to supply over thirty G860 34” professional cylinder mowers, complete with a range of interchangeable cassettes, to help prepare all twelve stadia at the forthcoming 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.</p><p>Supplied through the company’s dealer Greenext, who are based in Sao Paulo – home of the opening game on 12th June, the turf maintenance machines will be used throughout the duration of the 64 matches at twelve stadia including Belo Horizonte, Brazilia, Cuiaba, Curitiba, Fortaleza, Manaus, Natal, Porto Alegre, Recife, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador and Sao Paulo.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314223524?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314223524?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>The manufacturer worked closely with Greenext and the three contractors who were chosen to maintain the facilities; ensuring the required high standards for each pitch are rigorously met. The G860 machine complete with an eight-bladed cutting cassette and tungsten tipped verticutter was then specified as one of the key turf maintenance pieces of equipment.</p><p>With a rich heritage of producing professional mowers which are renowned for their quality of cut, performance, reliability and versatility, the Dennis G860 has six quick changeover cassette options including scarifiers, verticutters, brushes, spikers, and slitters as well as 6 or 8 bladed cutter cassettes giving ultimate flexibility and a single power unit for many day-to-day maintenance tasks.</p><p>This versatility coupled with low ground pressure, at just 166kgs, and manoeuvrability makes the G860 the first choice for many top sporting venues around the world, including the previous World Cup finals in 2010.</p><p>Prior to the majority of the machines arriving in Brazil, sales managers Toby Clarke and Ewen Wilson, gave a number of comprehensive practical demonstrations to the contractors and their operatives explaining pitch presentation with height of cut, frequency, mowing stripes – with presentation a key goal, machine adjustment and safe operation.</p><p>“It became clear from an early stage that, because of the different types of grass species in Brazil, the tungsten tipped verticutter cassette would be an extremely important tool,” said Ewen. “Major sporting venues across the world are choosing Dennis because of the superior quality of our machines and our first class product training.</p><p>After the success of the World Cup in South Africa, where Dennis also provided equipment, we are pleased to continue our relationship with supplying world class turf maintenance equipment. We take great pride in being able to support large-scale events such as this and are very proud to fly the British flag over in Brazil.”</p><p>For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact Dennis 01332 824 777 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dennisuk.com">www.dennisuk.com</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Dennis on Twitter @DennisMowers and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK">www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK</a>. You can also view the latest Dennis videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/DennisMowers">www.youtube.com/DennisMowers</a>.</p></div>Replay Maintenance Continues to Support IOG Courseshttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/replay-maintenance-continues-to-support-iog-courses2014-05-29T10:56:27.000Z2014-05-29T10:56:27.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Replay Maintenance, one of the UK’s leading synthetic sports pitch maintenance providers, has continued to give on-going support to the work of the Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) by supporting the recent one day synthetic surfaces course, held at One Leisure in Cambridgeshire.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314216806?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314216806?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>The course was aimed at individuals who have responsibility for the regular maintenance of synthetic sports surfaces, such as synthetic grass pitches for football and hockey, tennis courts, multi-use games areas, polymeric athletics tracks, and artificial cricket pitches.</p><p>The IOG has teamed up with two of the UK’s leading companies within synthetic playing surface maintenance to offer the groundscare industry a new series of unrivalled for content and cost-effectiveness one-day training courses to enable delegates to maintain the quality, longevity and cost-effectiveness of artificial surfaces.</p><p>The seminar is suitable for club groundsmen, volunteers, school groundsmen, contractors as well as private and leisure club managers. The courses included:</p><p> Background to synthetic pitches <br/> Types of construction and materials <br/> Information required prior to construction and on handover of facility <br/> Annual maintenance programme <br/>- Minimum maintenance per type of surface <br/> Inspection of surfaces and most common problems <br/>- Common areas of heavy wear and tear <br/> Regular maintenance regimes <br/>- In-house/Contractor <br/>- Types of machinery and equipment <br/>- Drag brushing/matting <br/>- Granular top-up <br/>- Line markings <br/>- Presentation aspects <br/> Repairs and renovation <br/> Pest, weed and disease control <br/> Environmental concerns (latest water and pesticide regulations) and pollution <br/> Problems from surface surrounds <br/> Specific Health and Safety requirements for synthetic surfaces and relevant sports equipment (e.g. portable goal posts)</p><p>“We see both Charterhouse and Replay Maintenance as key partners,” said Ian Mather-Brewster, Regional Advisor at Institute of Groundsmanship. “They are vital to our courses as we are the independent organisation, but they are the experts in their field. Certainly with Replay Maintenance, they maintain artificial surfaces across the country and have the experience to pass their knowledge and expertise onto the delegates on the day which has been invaluable.”</p><p>For further information, or to arrange your own artificial surface training, please contact Replay Maintenance on 01636 640 506 or visit the company’s website <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.replaymaintenance.co.uk">www.replaymaintenance.co.uk</a>. You can also follow the company on Twitter: @ReplayMaintain.</p></div>Sherriff Amenity Announce 100% Pass Rate for BASIS Coursehttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/sherriff-amenity-announce-100-pass-rate-for-basis-course2014-05-28T14:04:55.000Z2014-05-28T14:04:55.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Sherriff Amenity is pleased to announce a 100% pass rate for greenkeepers and other turf professionals for the BASIS Foundation Award in Amenity and Horticulture for the second consecutive year, held at BTME in January, which raises the knowledge of pesticides among professional users.</p><p>With support from Bayer and Everris, the four candidates, from golf clubs up and down the country, took part in a three-day course conducted by the STRI’s Head of Research Dr Ruth Mann and researcher Christian Spring at this year’s BTME in Harrogate and the STRI HQ at Bingley.</p><p>The four candidates recently found out that they were successful in the exam set subsequently by BASIS, the independent organisation which sets, maintains and assesses standards of pesticide production and usage.</p><p>“We helped support candidates through the course in association with Sherriff Amenity,” said Dr. Colin Mumford, Technical Support Manager at Bayer. “We feel that it is important to support education within the industry and continued professional development. We are very pleased for the candidates and congratulate them on their success.”</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314217872?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314217872?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>The full list of award winners is:</p><p>Andrew Kerr, West Malling Golf Course in Kent<br/> James Bonfield, Crown Golf in Berkshire<br/> Andy Greenslade, Hainault Golf Course in Essex<br/>Gwynn Davies, Mere Golf in Cheshire</p><p>Club Ed Carter, Sales and Development Manager for the Turf and Amenity business at Everris commented: “We are very proud of our relationship with Sherriff Amenity and as a long standing supporter of BTME we have tried to support education at the show. Naturally, we took the opportunity to support this course by investing in greenkeepers and course managers so that they can achieve their goals of better understanding pesticides.”</p><p>The Foundation Award is one of many recognised qualifications that BASIS offers those working in turf and other land-based professions.</p><p>“The BASIS course is a practical way of promoting a professional understanding of pesticides and its use,” said Sherriff Amenity’s Marketing Manager Kevin Whitby. “That everyone passed says a lot for the attitude of our greenkeepers and of course Ruth and Christian as excellent tutors.”</p><p>For further information, or if you would like to register for the Customer Order Portal please contact Sherriff Amenity on 01638 721 888 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sherriffamenity.com">www.sherriffamenity.com</a></p><p>For more news and insightful views, you can follow Sherriff Amenity on Twitter @SherriffAmenity</p></div>SISIS Brush-Pro Chosen for Regular Synthetic Maintenancehttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/sisis-brush-pro-chosen-for-regular-synthetic-maintenance2014-05-28T10:34:42.000Z2014-05-28T10:34:42.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Colfe’s school, which is one of London’s oldest school’s dating back to 1574, has become the latest SISIS customer to invest in dedicated machinery with the purchase of a SISIS Brush-Pro ride-on brushing system for all regular synthetic surface maintenance.</p><p>Brian Atkins, who has been grounds manager at the school for the past ten years, has been an avid user of SISIS equipment for close to twenty years. When it came to replace an old SISIS Robbi triple brush that the school had used for eight years, he visited the company stand at IOG SALTEX in September 2013 to purchase the newer enhanced Brush-Pro model.</p><p>“We’ve got a range of SISIS machines from slitters, scarifiers and sweepers to the machine we use on the synthetic surface, which we use on a daily basis,” said Brian. “The Robbi had done such a good job in the previous eight years, that when the time came to replace it, we knew what our preferred choice would be. We visited SALTEX and after a demonstration following the show, purchased the Brush-Pro early this year.”</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314217757?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314217757?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>Small enough to manoeuvre through a single gate, yet capable of performing the required daily or weekly activities to keep a synthetic surface in perfect shape, the SISIS Brush-Pro ride-on system has been specifically designed for maintaining synthetic surfaces. It consists of a pair of mid-mounted oscillating brush units for periodic aggressive maintenance and three foldable rear mounted brushes spreading 3 metres for more regular maintenance, which means fewer passes are needed compared to more conventional drag brushing, causing less surface compaction.</p><p>Synthetic surfaces require a good maintenance programme in place from installation. Failure to regularly remove dirt, leaf debris and other detritus from the surface can lead to contamination of the infill, which in turn prevents rainwater from draining freely through the carpet.</p><p>Brian says that all regular maintenance of the synthetic surface is carried out in-house by groundstaff at the school. "We need to ensure that the surface is always kept to a high standard as it’s not only used by pupils but also by the local community. The Brush-Pro needed to be small enough to be able to fit through a set of gates, yet powerful enough to cope with the weekly tasks we need to complete. In that respect, it’s great.”</p><p>Colfe’s School is one of a growing number of customers to enhance their on-site maintenance equipment with dedicated synthetic surface maintenance machinery from SISIS. From schools and colleges, to premiership football clubs and also pitch installers, the SISIS Brush-Pro offers the complete in-house maintenance machinery package.</p><p>“The oscillating brushes are by far its best feature as they enable us to not only get right into the surface but also control the moss on the edges of the surface. I’d have no hesitation in recommending the Brush-Pro to anyone looking after a synthetic surface,” said Brian.</p><p>For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact SISIS on 01332 824 777 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sisis.com">www.sisis.com</a><br/> For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow SISIS on Twitter @SISISMachinery and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery">www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery</a>. You can also view the latest SISIS videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery">www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery</a>.</p></div>Complete Weed Control Announces Appointment of New Sales Specialisthttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/complete-weed-control-announces-appointment-of-new-sales2014-05-23T10:13:50.000Z2014-05-23T10:13:50.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>As part of its plan to significantly increase business and provide customers with the highest level of service, Complete Weed Control has appointed Ben Smith as a new member of its head office team with immediate effect.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314216495?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314216495?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>A former general manager at Ingleby Barwick Golf Academy, a nine-hole golf course and driving range in Teesside, Ben has a strong sales background with a keen knowledge of the golf sector. He joins Complete Weed Control as sales manager, and will be based at the company’s head office in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham.</p><p>Announcing the new appointment, Ian Graham, the company's managing director, said: "I am delighted that Ben has joined our already successful team as he brings a wealth of experience from his time at Ingleby Barwick Golf Academy and a proven sales track record. His appointment will ensure that we can continue to build on the success that we have created over the past 40 years.”</p><p>“As we develop new expanding both our range of services as well as our delivery network, a strong sales team is essential. Ben joins a strong team to accelerate this process. His knowledge will benefit not only our franchisees but also our customers. This appointment is part of our ongoing growth strategy and further strengthens our commitment to our team."</p><p>“Ben will, in addition to our core business, be focussing on building the winter maintenance leg of the organisation. Although the Complete Ice Control brand was introduced to generate work in what were traditionally the quieter months, it has become a considerable contributor to the group. As such, we now feel it is time to direct some additional resource into this growing element of the business.”</p><p>Established in 1972, Complete Weed Control is the largest specialist weed control and vegetation management company in the UK. Each franchise operates to a common set of standards and procedures in providing a comprehensive service of weed control, plant pest and disease control, hydro-seeding and other related services to their customer base of sporting venues, local authorities, schools, airfields, cemeteries, industrial sites, highways & parks nationwide and remains the only company offering these services on a truly national basis.</p><p>For more information, please contact Complete Weed Control’s National office on 01325 324 277 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.completeweedcontrol.co.uk">www.completeweedcontrol.co.uk</a>. You can follow Complete Weed Control on Twitter @CWCLimited.</p></div>The Belfry Chooses SISIS for Continued Excellencehttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/the-belfry-chooses-sisis-for-continued-excellence2014-05-15T10:50:46.000Z2014-05-15T10:50:46.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Angus Macleod, Course Manager at The Belfry, has selected SISIS Megaslit and Multislit tractor mounted deep slitters for maintaining the greens surrounds, approaches and fairways on all three world renowned courses.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314219832?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="350" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314219832?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="350" class="align-right"/></a>Whilst Angus has only worked at the Belfry for two years, it was his experience of working with SISIS for over 30 years that prompted the purchase of the new turf maintenance machinery.</p><p>After consultation with head greenkeeper Jamie Brooks and workshop manager Chris Minton, followed by a demonstration, the decision was made to add the two SISIS machines to the extensive turf maintenance fleet of over 200 machines that look after the manicured PGA courses.</p><p>“I’ve used SISIS equipment at all of the courses I’ve worked at for the past 30 years,” said Angus. The Megaslit and Multislit are great pieces of kit and both do a great job. They are efficient, quick and work in tandem with the other piece of aeration equipment we use. Because of the volume of land we have here, we needed something that would do a good job and do it quickly. Both machines immediately ticked all of our boxes giving us a clean slitting motion for quick root pruning, slicing the fibre and controlling thatch.”</p><p>Aeration is crucial for improving drainage, reducing turf compaction, thatch build up and increasing the health of the grass.</p><p>The SISIS Megaslit is a tractor mounted deep slitting aerator which gives a deep, clean penetration and is ideal for larger areas, such as sportsfields and golf fairways. The 2.5m wide deep slitter, featuring 32 heavy duty tines, achieves maximum underground cultivation due to the angle of the tines and spiral design of the tine shaft assists penetration.</p><p>The smaller 1.5m wide SISIS Multislit is also a tractor mounted deep slitting aerator which is suitable for the maintenance of football, rugby, cricket pitches and golf courses. The slitter, featuring 40 sharpened fine turf tines, can be used on a compact tractor, minimising the overall weight on the surface.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314223923?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="350" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314223923?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="350" class="align-left"/></a>The simple design of both machines means that very little on-going maintenance is required - another key factor in the purchase, as Chris explains: “Nothing has ever gone wrong with the machines; that’s why I like them so much. They are simple to use and basic to maintain - we only ever need to grease the rollers. You can fit them on a lighter weight tractor as long as they can pick it up and it’s an easy operation to carry out.”</p><p>Both machines were put straight into work and will predominantly be used during the winter months. “We will use the machines from November through to January,” explained Angus. We use them from 2 inches right up to 10 inches – as long as we don’t have any issues with wiring or irrigation pipes and they give us very little surface disturbance.</p><p>“We see slitting as an important operation at The Belfry and these machines are great because you can vary the depth for thatch control and root pruning. They’ve proven their worth at the last four golf courses I have been at so why change something if it works so well?”</p><p>For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact SISIS on 01332 824 777 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sisis.com">www.sisis.com</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow SISIS on Twitter @SISISMachinery and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery">www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery</a>. You can also view the latest SISIS videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery">www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery</a>.</p></div>Replay Launches Reportal Online System to Record Artificial Maintenancehttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/replay-launches-reportal-online-system-to-record-artificial2014-05-01T12:38:20.000Z2014-05-01T12:38:20.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div>Replay Maintenance has always been at the forefront of advances within the synthetic sports surface market. Replay Rejuvenation, Aquatrax and Replay Revive are all industry leading processes that have helped shape modern techniques for synthetic sport surface maintenance.Now, the company has made another strive forward with the launch of Replay Reportal - a secure online system that allows each facility to view all of the records produced by Replay Maintenance pertinent to the customer and their surface. Individual logins and passwords will be generated for each customer so that they will be the only one to see the information that is held for their site.Any document produced by Replay Maintenance will be held on the Reportal system for customers to view at their leisure. The knowledgeable team in the office will alert customers whenever there is a new addition to the file, and if further action is required guidance notes will be added to advise of the best maintenance recommendation for the surface.Garry Martin, Director of Replay Maintenance said: “We will, of course, continue to issue physical reports and audits but hope that by implementing the Replay Reportal system; it will streamline our relationship with customers and give them full access to all of the data produced - eventually alleviating the need for physical hard-copy files. The launch of Replay Reportal further enhances our reputation as one of the UK’s leading artificial pitch maintenance providers.”You can register for Replay Reportal via the Replay Maintenance website at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.replaymaintenance.co.uk">www.replaymaintenance.co.uk</a>Replay Maintenance is proud to be a founding member of the IOG customer driven website and supplier of bespoke tailored synthetic sports surface maintenance training for the benefit of synthetic sports facilities and the individuals responsible for them across the UK.For further information, please contact Replay Maintenance on 01636 640 506 or visit the company’s website <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.replaymaintenance.co.uk">www.replaymaintenance.co.uk</a>. You can also follow the company on Twitter: @ReplayMaintain.</div>Leave an impression that will be the talk of the clubhousehttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/leave-an-impression-that-will-be-the-talk-of-the-clubhouse2014-04-29T09:44:02.000Z2014-04-29T09:44:02.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Bunkers are a regular clubhouse talking point – often as a negative one – but leading supplier of golf course supplies Sherriff Amenity now offers something that will raise their profile favourably and be a useful course care aid - the Bunkerstamp.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314210187?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314210187?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>It is a specially made polymer rubber mould, measuring 57cm x 33cm, with the words ‘Thanks for raking’ and the image of a bunker rake. This means of providing clubs with a gentle, novel and effective reminder to members and players to do the right thing after playing a bunker shot is already creating quite a buzz at many of its golf club customers, says Kevin Whitby, marketing manager at Sherriff Amenity.</p><p>“All greenstaff have to do after raking is step firmly on to the Bunkerstamp to leave an impression in the bunker surface”.</p><p>In normal weather conditions a Bunkerstamp impression will last all day with very little deterioration. It is a way of saying thank you to golfers for helping to look after the course.</p><p>The Bunkerstamp, which should last many years, comes with a 12-month manufacturer’s guarantee.</p><p>For further information, please contact Sherriff Amenity on 01638 721 888 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sherriffamenity.com">www.sherriffamenity.com</a></p><p>For more news and insightful views, you can follow Sherriff Amenity on Twitter @SherriffAmenity</p></div>Jockey Club Racecourses Stay on Track with Sherriff Amenityhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/jockey-club-racecourses-stay-on-track-with-sherriff-amenity2014-04-23T09:43:26.000Z2014-04-23T09:43:26.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Jockey Club Racecourses, operator of 15 leading UK racecourses, including those at Aintree, Cheltenham, Epsom Downs and Newmarket, has signed a three-year extension to their contract with sports and amenity turf and landscape supplier Sherriff Amenity.</p><p>The deal sees the supply of a range of turf related amenity products from Sherriff Amenity’s diverse range to the largest commercial group in British racing.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314211436?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314211436?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>Governed by Royal Charter to act for the good of British racing, The Jockey Club reinvest all of its profits back into Britain’s second biggest spectator sport. Over the last 10 years, more than £155 million has been invested in state-of-the-art developments to its facilities and turf surfaces and the Group works alongside other parties with the same vision and values wherever possible.</p><p>“Several organisations were involved in a rigorous tendering process, but the stand out presentation was the one delivered by the Sherriff Amenity team,” explained Ian Sidgwick, Group Purchasing Director at the Jockey Club. “It would also be fair to say that in practice they operate with a similar level of professionalism and energy which has helped to develop and cement the relationship between Jockey Club Racecourses and Sherriff Amenity.”</p><p>According to Michael Prosser, Regional Head of Racing in the East Region at Jockey Club Racecourses, it was also a combination of the technical expertise from Sherriff Amenity’s technical specialists, the ability to be able to budget for the long-term and the use of the best products on the market that clinched the new long-term agreement.</p><p>“Sherriff Amenity have an extensive product range and provide an outstanding service,” commented Michael. “The ability to review and formulate the maintenance regimes for the racing surface and fine turf areas in conjunction with their professional and knowledgeable technical team has proved to be invaluable. Without doubt, it has saved us time and money and made budgeting that much easier.”</p><p>Sherriff Amenity and the Jockey Club Racecourses have been working closely together for a number of years and the three year supplier agreement extension is testament to sharing the same goals to improve and modernise the management of the racing and estate surfaces, as Ian continues:</p><p>“The technical assistance provided by Sherriff Amenity has been critical in our drive to keep raising standards. I have no doubt that any organisation or individual that worked with them would be equally impressed and I would freely recommend Sherriff Amenity to anyone.”</p><p>For further information, please contact Sherriff Amenity on 01638 721 888 or email info@sherriff-amenity.com</p><p>For more news and insightful views, you can follow Sherriff Amenity on Twitter @SherriffAmenity.</p></div>Etesia Pedestrian Mowers Stand the Test of Timehttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/etesia-pedestrian-mowers-stand-the-test-of-time2014-04-23T09:19:04.000Z2014-04-23T09:19:04.000ZEtesia UKhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/EtesiaUK<div><p>A range of Etesia mowers, including two new Duocut RMHB 46cm pedestrian mowers, are helping to maintain the green space areas surrounding and including Durham university - the UK’s third oldest university.</p><p>Durham University has a unique estate, which includes 63 listed buildings and also owns and manages the World Heritage Site in partnership with Durham Cathedral. The University's ownership of the World Heritage site includes Durham Castle, Palace Green, and the surrounding buildings including the historic Cosin's library.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314208199?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314208199?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>Barry Shipman has been working in the garden and grounds team at the university for over 40 years and was recently promoted to garden and grounds supervisor. He now has a team of nine gardeners to assist with the upkeep of the facility which is roughly a third of Durham city and also includes the botanical gardens.</p><p>When purchasing new equipment, Barry discusses matters with the horticultural officer to see what machines are suitable and could make the life of their operators easier which include noise, vibrations etc.</p><p>Barry and his team like to keep the grass short and presentable at all times, which over the last year has been very testing, but as he explains, has been made easier with the range of ride-on and pedestrian mowers he discovered over 15 years ago.</p><p>“We have an excellent relationship with our local machinery dealer, Lloyds, who are very knowledgeable and they recommended Etesia to us when we were looking for a mower which we could use in the wet and capable of being able to cut and collect or cut and drop,” explained Barry.</p><p>“I like the fact that we can cut, collect or cut and drop using the same machine because it saves us so much time. We order three new machines per year, which simply replace the oldest ones and so the cycle continues.</p><p>“The Etesia mowers have really come into their own in the past 12 months because they have been so good at cutting and collecting in the wet weather we’ve experienced. We have mobile grass cutting teams and the new Duocut models have been popular with them because they are very light for people to lift on and off van/trailer from site to site.</p><p>The new range of Duocut 46cm mowers are extremely versatile, and are capable of mowing with or without collection in all conditions, or allowing high-quality mulching. And they do all of this with no need for an accessory – you just place the removable insert under the deck if you choose to mulch, making them very operator-friendly. Excellent mulching results are achieved because the grass is very finely ‘crushed’, even if it is long and wet.</p><p>“We have over 15 ride-on and walk-behind Etesia machines and return to them time and time again because they certainly stand the test of time,” says Barry.</p><p>For further information, please contact Etesia UK on 01295 680120 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.etesia.co.uk" target="_blank">www.etesia.co.uk</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Etesia UK on Twitter @EtesiaUK and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK</a>. You can also view the latest Etesia videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/EtesiaUK" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/EtesiaUK</a>.</p></div>SISIS Aer-Aid Brings Pitch Improvements to Bradford Cityhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/sisis-aer-aid-brings-pitch-improvements-to-bradford-city2014-04-22T09:47:16.000Z2014-04-22T09:47:16.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>The recent purchase of a SISIS Javelin Aer-Aid 1500 tractor mounted aerator by Mick Doyle, head groundsman at Bradford City Football Club, has seen a dramatic improvement of the playing surface at both The Coral Windows Stadium and the nearby training ground.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314208221?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314208221?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>Mick, who has been head groundsman at the club for the past six years, is also a lifelong supporter and his enthusiasm for his beloved club and the pride he takes in preparing the pitch shines through from the moment you meet him. Recently, he was able to persuade the club to invest in some new turf maintenance machinery.</p><p>“When we were looking for a new aerator I spoke to other groundsmen. I’d heard how good the Aer-Aid was from those who were using it and the benefits of injecting air in to the rootzone, so we organised a demonstration through our local dealer. Following this, we placed an order,” commented Mick.</p><p>The Javelin Aer-Aid 1500 not only aerates with a vertical action, but also injects air into the root zone at a fast working rate, creating thousands of fissures. The cam trigger mechanism ensures that the air is always expelled at the bottom of the tine penetration. The overall result is reduced compaction and a healthier root growth. The 10mm diameter ‘tipped’ tines are spaced at 75mm (3ins) with depth of penetration infinitely variable to a maximum of 127mm (5ins). The air injection tines are designed to use the maximum air available from the compressor and produce clean, fresh air. Surface disturbance is also kept to a minimum.</p><p>“The Aer-Aid will blast air into the rootzone where you need it. It also decompacts the surface when it gets that little bit too hard. Since we’ve been using this machine, we’ve also noticed less injuries to players lower backs and lower legs.</p><p>“I use the machine before our home matches because I can reduce compaction and with so little surface disturbance, it means it can be played on straight away which is great.”</p><p>The Javelin Aer-Aid 1500 has a working width of 1.5 meters and is extremely quiet in operation. It can be powered by compact tractor as little as 30hp which also keeps weight on the surface to a minimum. Used at the correct speed and depth, it can aerate a typical football pitch in just 3 - 3.5 hours, whilst leaving an even finish that can be played on immediately afterwards.</p><p>“Changing tines is also quick and there is very little maintenance needed on the machine. I’ve found it so simple to use. You can go at fast speed or slow speed in most weather conditions and all you need to do is wash it off after you use it. Hand on badge, and heart, I would recommend this machine to anyone looking to improve their surface.”</p><p>For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact SISIS on 01332 824 777 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sisis.com">www.sisis.com</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow SISIS on Twitter @SISISMachinery and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery">www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery</a>. You can also view the latest SISIS videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery">www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery</a>.</p></div>Dennis G860 Keeps Eagles Flying Highhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/dennis-g860-keeps-eagles-flying-high2014-04-17T11:24:49.000Z2014-04-17T11:24:49.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Barclays Premier League side Crystal Palace has become the latest top flight club to purchase a Dennis G860 mower complete with a range of interchangeable cassettes for use at their Selhurst Park stadium.</p><p>The Eagle’s head groundsman, Mark Perrin, knows that if a home match isn’t televised live then it will certainly make an appearance in the MOTD highlights later that evening. And that is when he has good reason to value his long loyalty to Dennis and in particular the G860.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314204682?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314204682?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>“I felt that Dennis were pioneers in the market. They were the first company to bring out an interchangeable cassette mower and the G860 is a machine I have always trusted for its sheer quality and reliability,” says Mark who has just purchased a new machine. “I’ve been using the G860 for the nine years I’ve been head groundsman here, so when it came to choosing a new one, there was only going to be one choice – it had to be another Dennis G860.”</p><p>Mark who oversees four other members of staff at both the stadium and training ground says that a key decision in purchasing the new machines was ease of use and manoeuvrability for both himself and his groundstaff added to the different cassettes available to carry out key seasonal tasks using just one power source.</p><p>“We have the Verti-Cutter cassette to deal with thatch and lateral growth, brush cassette and obviously cutting cassettes which we have two for each machine. This means that when one goes off to be re-ground, we always have one we can use; keeping down-time down to a minimum. We use the eight-bladed cutting cylinder in the lead up to a home match including on the day of the match because they give an excellent presentation. After the match we swap the cassette to the brush to sweep any divots or debris up before verti-cutting. The machines are so simple to use – I didn’t want to have a machine that was difficult to set-up and that only I could use.”</p><p>The Dennis G860 has six quick changeover cassette options giving ultimate flexibility and a single power unit for many day-to-day maintenance tasks. This versatility coupled with low ground pressure, at just 166kgs, and manoeuvrability makes the G860 the first choice for many top sporting venues around the world including World Cup Finals and European Championships.</p><p>“We have always had a great service from Dennis, whether it is sales or servicing machines,” he says. “From my own personal experience; I’ve always preferred the G860 and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to any other groundsmen.”</p><p>For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact Dennis 01332 824 777 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dennisuk.com" target="_blank">www.dennisuk.com</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Dennis on Twitter @DennisMowers and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK</a>. You can also view the latest Dennis videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/DennisMowers" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/DennisMowers</a>.</p></div>Dennis G860 is First Choice for Hibernian FChttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/dennis-g860-is-first-choice-for-hibernian-fc2014-04-10T09:30:12.000Z2014-04-10T09:30:12.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Scottish Premiership football club Hibernian have become the latest top flight club to purchase a new Dennis G860 34” professional mower with a range of interchangeable cassettes for use at their Easter Road Stadium.</p><p>The Dennis G860 first impressed Colin Fraser, who has been Head Groundsman at Hibernian for three years, around six years ago when he was previously Head Groundsman at Livingston FC.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314205128?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314205128?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>“I first saw the G860 when Alan Ronaldson, the Scottish Area Manager, gave a demonstration,” explained Colin. “I loved the machine and what it could offer with its range of different cassettes. As soon as I started here, I knew it was a Dennis that I wanted as it allows me to complete a range of different jobs.”</p><p>Purchased with a range of cassettes including an 8-blade cutting cylinder, tungsten tipped verti-cutter and brush allows Colin the flexibility to not just cut the Easter Road stadium pitch to a high standard with the ever present ‘Dennis Stripes’ effect, but also carry out key tasks after matches such as brushing and verti-cutting, which according to Colin doesn’t allow thatch or organic matter to build up on the pitch.</p><p>“The cutting and finish we get with these machines is absolutely tremendous. It is probably the best machine I have got in the fleet. I really enjoy using it because it’s so simple and quick to change the cassettes. It’s not just great before games for cutting but the brush cassette is also really good for tidying debris after games.”</p><p>The Dennis G860 has six quick changeover cassette options giving ultimate flexibility and a single power unit for many day-to-day maintenance tasks. This versatility coupled with low ground pressure, at just 166kgs, and manoeuvrability makes the G860 the first choice for many top sporting venues around the world including the World Cup Finals and European Championships.</p><p>“Anyone who has got a Dennis raves about them, so I’m really pleased now we have one. I can honestly say that I’ve fallen in love with it and I would definitely recommend Dennis to other groundsmen,” said Colin.</p><p>For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact Dennis 01332 824 777 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dennisuk.com" target="_blank">www.dennisuk.com</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Dennis on Twitter @DennisMowers and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/DennisMowersUK</a>. You can also view the latest Dennis videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/DennisMowers" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/DennisMowers</a>.</p></div>Sherriff Amenity Continue Education Programme in Orlandohttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/sherriff-amenity-continue-education-programme-in-orlando2014-04-09T08:59:47.000Z2014-04-09T08:59:47.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>A party of Sherriff Amenity customers, delegates and staff from the company and sponsors Everris recently attended the Golf Industry Show in Orlando which followed the company’s education programme at BTME in Harrogate.</p><p>The group for the trip was made up predominantly of course managers from the UK, the group was joined for a day of technical seminars by Jim Croxton of BIGGA, Mike Finney from BASF, Dr Simon Watson from Syngenta, David Malloy from OGT.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314209882?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314209882?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>As part of a full five day agenda the group visited the Ritz Carlton Grande Lakes which included a tour of the facilities hosted by superintendent Andy Ragsdale who also gave an insight of his day-to-day duties and how that might differ from the UK.</p><p>The group also visited the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando for the Golf Industry Show (GIS), where they viewed the products and services on offer. Visitors to the show not only came from the US but also further afield from Europe, Asia and South America who were all looking at the latest technology available.</p><p>Paul Copsey, group courses manager at Crown Golf commented: “It was a fantastic trip from start to finish. Not just going to the show, but also the education. The whole experience and hospitality we received from Sherriff Amenity and Everris was absolutely brilliant.”</p><p>Ed Carter, sales and development manager for Everris said: “Everris firmly believe that with customer expectation increasing all the time it is crucial that suppliers and turf managers alike benefit from the insight GIS offers. This year’s trip was extremely beneficial for all involved not only as a result of GIS but also the education and understanding that came through additional learning afforded by a wider agenda that included course walks and a further seminar program.</p><p>The whole week saw the group involved in discussion and debate and I’m sure everybody learned something new which could be taken back to the UK and considered for use on their own sites. Everris and Sherriff Amenity were hugely impressed with the quality and professionalism of the group which represented many of the UK’s leading resort golf groups and it’s safe to say that many friendships were made along the way which will no doubt benefit working relationships in 2014 and beyond.”</p><p>Mark Pyrah, Amenity Director at Sherriff Amenity said: “We continue to add value through education and fully support communication across the industry. The trip to the GIS was a golden opportunity to further develop our working relationship with some of the key golf groups in the UK and was very successful.”</p><p>Martin Guy, Owner of MG Developments added: “It was a relaxed atmosphere from the time we met up at the airport until we returned back to the UK. The opportunity to be with a group of like-minded people from clubs around the UK and to be able to discuss different issues was invaluable.”</p><p>For further information, please contact Sherriff Amenity on 01638 721 888 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sherriffamenity.com" target="_blank">www.sherriffamenity.com</a></p><p>For more news and insightful views, you can follow Sherriff Amenity on Twitter @SherriffAmenity</p></div>Souters Sports to Offer Free Pitch Inspectionshttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/souters-sports-to-offer-free-pitch-inspections2014-04-04T08:58:18.000Z2014-04-04T08:58:18.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>As part of Souters Sports continual investment in ensuring that clients receive the highest level of customer service, the contractor will now be offering free no-obligation pitch inspections.</p><p>Souters Sports have the expertise and state-of-the-art equipment to provide complete refurbishment or simple and effective maintenance procedures to any playing surface. With packages available to suit all budgets, Souters Sports can assess your needs promptly and efficiently.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314203301?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314203301?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>A member of the Souters Sports team will visit your facility to carry out the free inspection and then provide a written report. This will advise the groundsman or facility manager with the options available to improve and maintain the playing surface.</p><p>Souters Sports offer several maintenance packages from aerations to over seeding – all designed to relieve the stress and strain caused by seasonal use on the playing surface.</p><p>The contractor is firmly established as one of the UK’s leading specialist sports turf contractors, providing sports ground construction, land and sports pitch renovation services. They have experience ranging from national stadiums to local authority sports pitches, but their expertise is not confined to sports facilities; in recent years the company has designed and constructed nature reserves, wildlife habitats, reservoirs, lakes and ponds throughout the UK. The core business of Souters Sports is land drainage, sports ground construction, golf course development / upgrading and natural turf maintenance.</p><p>Your pitch is a living breathing part of the club. With help from Souters Sports, you can provide the care it needs.</p><p>Book your free pitch inspection now by contacting Gary Cunningham, the Souters Sports business development manager on 07712 394 153 or email gary@souterssports.co.uk</p><p>For further information, please contact Souters Sports Limited on 01236 453030 or visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.souterssports.co.uk">www.souterssports.co.uk</a>. Souters Sports are also on Twitter @SoutersSports</p></div>SCORE Renew Partnership with Replay Maintenancehttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/score-renew-partnership-with-replay-maintenance2014-04-03T14:14:28.000Z2014-04-03T14:14:28.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>The Facility at SCORE by Leyton Orient have renewed their service agreement with artificial sports maintenance specialists Replay Maintenance for a further five years – building on the already successful partnership the two companies have enjoyed for the last three years.</p><p>SCORE opened in 2005 after six years of planning and funding and currently provides a range of activities, services and facilities for the local community, with over 2000 using SCORE on a weekly basis. SCORE has been pioneered and managed by Leyton Orient Community Sports Programme, The Trust of Leyton Orient Football Club.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314198289?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="450" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314198289?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="450" class="align-left"/></a>The pitch forms the centre piece at SCORE and is used by a range of local clubs, social teams, schools, colleges and Leyton Orient’s Academy.</p><p>As Neil Brown, SCORE Operations Manager explains: “The artificial sports pitches are used around the clock 7 days-a-week. We used to have continuous problems with the pitches flooding during heavy periods of rain. McArdle, who installed the surface, recommended we brought in Replay Maintenance to help solve our issues.”</p><p>Following a site visit by the experienced technical team at Replay back in 2010, a three year Replay Revive® service agreement was recommended with a Replay Rejuvenation® scheduled for late 2013 - ensuring that the pitch was always kept in the best possible condition and that flooding of the pitches would soon be a thing of the past.</p><p>The patented Replay Rejuvenation® process can restore compacted and contaminated artificial football, rugby, hockey and tennis surfaces to an ‘as new’ performance and appearance using compressed air to remove the contaminated top layer of infill and restore the pile to a vertical position. New clean infill is then added. The process can often double the playing life of a pitch or tennis court for less than a quarter of the cost of installing a new carpet. And, unlike replacing a pitch, the Replay Rejuvenation® can be completed in days – saving time and minimising loss of revenue to any facility.</p><p>“Prior to Replay, we had continuous problems with the pitch flooding. The maintenance that we have received over the last three years has greatly reduced the flooding. Since the Replay Rejuvenation, and even during the recent torrential rain, the pitches have performed remarkably well – I don’t think any other 3G pitches were playable in the area – which is testament to the on-going maintenance work carried out by Replay.”</p><p>“As a charity, ensuring that the facility is always available for use and fit for purpose enables us to meet our community targets. We had just completed a three-year service agreement, and because the pitches had been consistently performing over that period, we had no hesitation in signing a longer five-year agreement with Replay Maintenance. It makes budgeting easier having a fixed price for five years and we know that we won’t have any issues with the facility in that time. I’ve been impressed with Replay’s level of technical expertise and would recommend them to any other facility.”</p><p>For further information, please contact Replay Maintenance on 01636 640 506 or visit the company’s website <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.replaymaintenance.co.uk">www.replaymaintenance.co.uk</a>. You can also follow the company on Twitter: @ReplayMaintain</p></div>