chooses - LJN Blog Posts - Landscape Juice Network2024-03-29T12:53:03Zhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/choosesClemson 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>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>Landscape Contractor Chooses Pellenc for Quiet Garden Maintenancehttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/landscape-contractor-chooses-pellenc-for-quiet-garden-maintenance2014-03-11T09:53:23.000Z2014-03-11T09:53:23.000ZEtesia UKhttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/EtesiaUK<div><p>Alaster Anderson Specialist Gardeners, a London-focused soft landscaping and garden maintenance company, has purchased a range of environmentally friendly battery-powered Pellenc products.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314203197?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="400" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314203197?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="400" class="align-left"/></a>The purchase includes two grass strimmers, two hedge trimmers, two blowers, long reach hedge cutter and chainsaw – all powered by four ultra-lithium batteries, which provide a constant power, giving the contractor up to a full day of work depending on the type of tool used.</p><p>Senior Horticulturalist Natalie Nixon first heard of Pellenc three years ago whilst working at RHS Wisley, where the products are also extensively used. “I was very impressed with the Pellenc products I had used at Wisley, so when I joined here, it was only natural I recommended them when a customer said he wanted to use ‘green’ maintenance equipment where ever possible.”</p><p>Natalie’s priority is a six acre private garden in North London where she spends 3-4 days each week, which was designed by Christopher Bradley-Hole and is based on the concept of field patterns. “We have a lot of grasses, perennials and hedging made up of maple, beach and hornbeam which all require a lot of on-going maintenance.”</p><p>Hedging can take anything up to six weeks of the year, which is generally at the end of July and the beginning of August. “What I find really good when we have to cut the hedging is how quiet all the machinery is. I know our client doesn’t like to hear the noise of petrol-powered tools, so using the Pellenc equipment ensures it’s so much quieter not just for the client and neighbours but also for us as the users as well It means that we no longer have to use ear defenders which can sometimes be restrictive.”</p><p>Natalie particularly likes the four-speed selector on the Helion hedge cutter, Excelion grass strimmer and Airion blower: “I like the fact that you are able to work at variable speeds, which are really easy to adjust to the correct working speed, rather than just on or off. For what we do here, this technology is perfect as you have a lot of control and get a really good finish.”</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.</p><p>Another benefit that Natalie likes is that the battery pack is harnessed to the users back, which she explains makes the machines simpler to use and easy to handle. <a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314200598?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="400" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314200598?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="400" class="align-right"/></a></p><p>“With the amount of adjustments that can be made on the harness, the machines are ideal for quality work. I used to struggle with petrol hedge cutters and that can really affect the quality of the cut. I found that I was getting tired by the end of the day and began to drop the blade, but it’s now a distant memory since we’ve switched to Pellenc.</p><p>Pellenc is exclusively distributed in the UK by Etesia UK.</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 <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.twitter.com/EtesiaUK" target="_blank">@EtesiaUK</a> 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> including hearing what Natalie says.</p></div>Alan Ferguson Chooses Dennis as ‘Key Supplier’https://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/alan-ferguson-chooses-dennis-as-key-supplier2013-06-12T15:39:38.000Z2013-06-12T15:39:38.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Alan Ferguson, Head Groundsman at St George’s Park - the FA’s National Football Centre, has chosen Dennis as a key supplier of maintenance equipment for use on the natural elite pitches.</p><p>The award winning groundsman purchased three Dennis G860’s complete with interchangeable cassettes, meaning that his groundstaff can complete a multitude of tasks including verticutting, brushing, rolling and scarifying. Three Dennis Premier models complete the line-up of pedestrian mowers that Alan and his team will use to keep the 330 acre park in pristine condition.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314106791?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="350" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314106791?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="350" class="align-left"/></a>Located in the heart of England, near Burton-Upon-Trent, St. George’s Park is the home of the National Football Centre. After going through a process of segregating the main pitches, Alan and his team were looking to build up a fleet of quality pedestrian mowers to look after the elite level pitches: “The Dennis range gives us the flexibility to work with interchangeable cassettes. To have one machine that can deliver 5 or 6 different surface functions is excellent for us.” said Alan.</p><p>Built on the FT principle and with a cutting width of 34”, the Dennis G860 professional mower has an interchangeable cassette system, with one minute changeover, giving options to fit 6 different types of heads including scarifiers, verticutters, brushes, spikers, and slitters as well as 6 or 8 bladed cutter cassettes and are used in high class arenas around the world.</p><p>Fitted with a powerful Kubota petrol or diesel engine, the Dennis 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.<br/> Seven-time Groundsman of the Year during twelve seasons at his previous job at Ipswich Town FC, Alan has worked with every mower available. “I always felt that Dennis stole a march on other pedestrians. Going back into the early 1990’s when the first cassette model was launched I felt it was a fantastic machine. It just made perfect sense to have the flexibility of working with a series of cassettes when we were looking for a pedestrian mower. The weights of the machine are right. The quality of the Dennis range has always been exceptional and the results that we’ve had with them so far have been fantastic.”</p><p>When Alan became Head Groundsman at St George’s Park, it was important to work with key suppliers in the industry. It’s something that Alan had successfully implemented at Ipswich and after his switch to the FA centre; he wanted to bring the market leader for each maintenance task in. Alan sees each supplier as a specialist in their field and a good source of knowledge as and when required. “I have a very good working knowledge, but the expert tag comes from within these companies. I have these people on my advisory team so that I have the right council at different times of the year. It’s been hugely beneficial and it’s help put the project in a very good place,” explains Alan.</p><p>Why was Dennis chosen as a key supplier? Alan felt that it was an easy decision and described the Dennis pedestrian turf mowers as the market leader in terms of ease of use for the operator and the overall weights of each machine which are very low. “With the Dennis G860 range, it was the flexibility of operation. We had a desire to mow the elite pitches on a pedestrian programme, so it was a no-brainer that Dennis would be the supplier of that because the quality was there. A number of other top venues around the world were already using Dennis. I know most of the head groundsmen at these venues, so I spoke to the guys to find out how they were getting on with them. With us being the English FA, it was also a good fit that Dennis is a British Engineered product.”</p><p>Based just twenty miles away from the Dennis factory is a real bonus for Alan and is testament to the excellent service he has received from both the manufacturer and also his dealer, Campey Turfcare. All groundstaff have been to the factory and undergone bespoke training with the Dennis service staff which Alan says his team are already seeing the benefits of.</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>Keith Kent Chooses SISIS Maintenance Equipmenthttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/keith-kent-chooses-sisis-maintenance-equipment2013-05-21T06:50:26.000Z2013-05-21T06:50:26.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Working with trusted industry partners, Keith Kent has devised a rugby club pitch maintenance equipment package. The package is designed to meet the needs of rugby union clubs that aim to deliver a high quality pitch maintenance programme. The range of machinery includes a SISIS Quadraplay, SISIS Multitiner and Iseki TM3265 tractor.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314207120?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="350" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314207120?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="350" class="align-left"/></a>Keith Kent, RFU Head Groundsman said: “SISIS equipment is a great option for any rugby club looking to improve and keep their playing surfaces playable all season long. With the ability to use four implements at any one time, the Quadraplay allows a club to carry out a number of key maintenance tasks on their pitch and the Multitiner enables clubs to aerate their pitches on a regular basis.”</p><p>As we move towards the rugby world cup in 2015; rugby clubs throughout the country will be looking to use this opportunity as the catalyst to grow their club. In order to be ready to deliver this, the RFU is challenging them to get ‘Fit for 15’. Part of this challenge will be to ensure that clubs have the appropriate pitch quality and capacity ready for the influx of new players.</p><p>“Better pitch maintenance is a key element to the running and playing of the game,” said Ted Mitchell, RFU’s Club Facilities Technical Manager. “Keith has visited over 250 grassroots clubs in the past three years, promoting better pitch maintenance and dealing with local issues. Following his recommendation, we spoke at length with SISIS and are delighted to be able to announce this package to clubs that are in membership of the RFU.”</p><p>Simple design with low maintenance, the SISIS Multitiner is a drum type tractor mounted aerator, which is ideal for use on sports fields and fine turf surfaces. Fast and effective to improve drainage and encourage better root growth; the aerator incorporates quick release solid tines and a working depth of up to 100mm.</p><p>The SISIS Quadraplay is a versatile pitch maintenance system. Connecting to any tractor with a 3-point-linkage, the versatile one pass maintenance system includes a mounted frame with four implements. The implements can be arranged in any order and can be lifted out of use when not required. A single pass allows up to four operations to be carried out simultaneously including surface aeration, sward cleansing, rolling and brushing, which when combined together, enable groundsman to prepare and maintain a pitch to the desired standard as well as looking aesthetically pleasing.</p><p>Commenting on the partnership, SISIS Customer Manager Roger Moore said: “We are delighted that our equipment has been chosen as part of Keith Kent’s pitch maintenance package. The Multiner and Quadraplay system are ideal products for enhancing and maintaining rugby pitches. We fully endorse the ‘Lead up and Legacy’ project that the RFU have put in place in creating better facilities for current and future generations of the rugby community.”</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" target="_blank">www.sisis.com</a></p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow SISIS on Twitter <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.twitter.com/SISISMachinery" target="_blank">@SISISMachinery</a> and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery</a>. You can also view the latest SISIS videos by visiting <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery</a></p></div>Landscape Contractor Chooses Etesia for all Grass Cutting operationshttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profiles/blogs/landscape-contractor-chooses-etesia-for-all-grass-cutting2013-05-03T12:51:23.000Z2013-05-03T12:51:23.000ZFusion Mediahttps://landscapejuicenetwork.com/profil/FusionMedia<div><p>Designed to meet the rigours of a wide variety of commercial grass cutting applications, Etesia’s Pro 46 pedestrian rotary mower is specified by contractors who want to profit from grass cutting. Reliability of mowing equipment is essential for this work which is why one Sussex landscape contractor chooses Etesia for all grass cutting operations.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314211283?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="350" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3314211283?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="350" class="align-left"/></a>Green Grass Services, set up by John Vincent five years ago, specialises in grass cutting and landscape maintenance in the south east of England. In over 30 years of working within the industry John says that there isn’t a pedestrian mower he hasn’t used. The company ensures that there is always an Etesia mower in their fleet of maintenance equipment and has done for over twenty years.</p><p>“When we spoke to Matt Clark at South East Groundcare about which mower would be best suited for this type of work, we stressed the importance of the ability to cope with cutting in all weather conditions without clogging. Etesia are renowned for being able to cut in the wet and our previous experience with their machines was excellent. We decided to change our entire fleet over to the Pro 46 PHTS.</p><p>“The Pro 46’s are light and easy to manoeuvre when grass cutting and also light enough to lift on/off our commercial vehicles. We just empty the grass boxes and take for green waste when each job is finished. The quality of cut is always excellent. The mowers are worked really hard throughout the year and just routine servicing is all we ever need. They are a real work-horse. You certainly get what you pay for and they were a sound investment, more than earning their keep.”The Single bladed Etesia Pro 46 has a 5hp 160cc Honda engine. Cutting width is 46cm, the detachable grass box with ‘full’ indicator has a capacity of 52 litres, and overall weight is just 37kg. Designed around the operator, the handlebars are ergonomically shaped and mounted for ease-of-use. New ‘soft-touch’ controls reduce pressure on the hands and fingers during operation. Extensive testing of these latest models has shown low vibration levels that meet stringent Health and Safety guidelines. There are six models available in the range, with options including mulching facility.</p><p>“The Pro 46 is well built, solid and 100% reliable. We can’t be without them. If you want a commercial mower to last, which is trouble free, buy an Etesia.”</p><p>For further information, or to arrange a free demonstration, 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>To view a video of John talking about the PHTS, please <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVR_0tsUvRE" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p><p>For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Etesia on Twitter <a rel="nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/EtesiaUK" target="_blank">@EtesiaUK</a> and like the company’s Facebook page – <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK.</a></p></div>