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Seaton Carew Golf Club, a historic championship course and the 10th oldest in England, has recently undergone a transformative upgrade with the installation of a state-of-the-art Hunter irrigation system, supplied by KAR UK.

Course Manager Tom Coulson

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Hindley Hall Golf Club, a hidden gem nestled in the Northwest of England has invested in a state-of-the-art Hunter irrigation system supplied by KAR UK.

The system, featuring the Hunter ACC2 controller and TTS-800 Series Golf Rotors, has already had a

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KAR UK is excited to announce the arrival of the Hunter Wireless Valve Link. Designed to simplify irrigation projects of all sizes, this innovative accessory eliminates the need for traditional wiring, offering landscape professionals and contractors

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Hunter helps to futureproof the Tigers

A newly installed Hunter irrigation system, supplied by KAR UK, is part of a long-term plan to help futureproof Leicester Tigers’ Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium, according to Head Groundsman Ed Mowe.

With a CV boasting positions at Leicester City

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Daniel Connor, groundsman at the Arthur Miller Stadium in Leeds, has reported excellent results since a new Hunter Industries irrigation system from KAR UK was installed.

The Arthur Miller Stadium is home to Stanningley Sports & Rugby Club and is used

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KAR UK and Hunter join forces at BTME 2020

KAR UK and Hunter Industries are joining forces to exhibit at BTME 2020 on Stand 270 in the Red Zone.

KAR UK, the leading wholesaler of irrigation equipment in the UK and an integral distributor of Hunter Industries irrigation equipment, will once ag

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Karl Williams, Course Manager at Redditch Golf Club, has reported significant improvements to the course since the installation of a new Hunter Irrigation system, which was installed by Prime Irrigation and supplied by KAR UK.

Founded in 1913, Redditc

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Open forum activity

Paul mccormack replied to Tim Bucknall's discussion Sharpening hedgetrimmers
"Cordless grinder with a1mm cutting blade 
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14 hours ago
Graham Taylor replied to Tim Bucknall's discussion Sharpening hedgetrimmers
"Anglegrinder with the blades still on the machine.   A 10 minute job.  15 minutes if the blades are on each side.  Try not to heat the blades up with thegrinder............ I might b e wrong but I suspect it might affect the hardness. 
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18 hours ago
Adam Woods replied to Tim Bucknall's discussion Sharpening hedgetrimmers
"I let the dealer do that... same as John. 
I also am pretty careful as to what I ask them to cut - no chewing through growth thats too coarse for them - and clean them off with spray after most times they are used."
yesterday
Honey Badger replied to Tim Bucknall's discussion Sharpening hedgetrimmers
"Cordless grinder for me. Two to three passes leaves it like a razor, Takes 10 mins rather than 45mins with a file."
yesterday
John F replied to Tim Bucknall's discussion Sharpening hedgetrimmers
"Hi Tim You say between services does this mean dealer service ? 
I prefer the dealer to sharpen my blades as not confident enough to use a motorised device in case I damage the blade profile .
I find after cleaning all the resin / sap off the blades…"
yesterday
Tim Bucknall posted a discussion
I know that the proper way is to dismantle the blades and sharpen them on a bench jig every time, but that ain't happening!  What is people's preferred method for a touch-up between services?  File, dremel, angle grinder?
Friday
Oliver updated their profile
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John F replied to Ricky Watkins's discussion Gardening Business running costs
"Would cost her more in the long run if she employed a head gardener , salary ,workplace pension , n.i , holiday pay , all the machinery required , servicing , fuel or batteries ,hand tools ,waste disposal . Sundries , health safety , ladders ,…"
Thursday
Intelligent Landscapes replied to Raymond the Terrible's discussion Best power tools for serious hedge restoration?
"Also bought some Prunabo powered pruners... they are amazing... they will get through 50mm easy and a good clean cut. Already had the Makita batteries so perfect. And so good that a week later bought the 2.5m pole extension and thinking of buying a…"
Thursday
Distance replied to Ricky Watkins's discussion Gardening Business running costs
"Yes indeed. I got the impression I was the first person she'd called so hopefully she got a bit of a reality check if she called elsewhere as well.  I could have said something in reply like "well until you've seen me work a day you can't say if…"
Thursday
Distance replied to Ricky Watkins's discussion Gardening Business running costs
"@James £50-£60 per hour? Yes I think you may get a few raised eyebrows "
Thursday
James replied to Ricky Watkins's discussion Gardening Business running costs
"Ah the hourly rate question. 
According to Checkatrade the uk average price per hour for a gardener in the UK is £35ph.
The average price for a 3 bed house in the uk is £290 000 
Where I live the average house price for a 3 bed is £400 000 and rent…"
Thursday
Sam Bainbridge replied to Ricky Watkins's discussion Gardening Business running costs
"I'm up in the lake district, you do get the odd person that is in shock but that's the price take it or leave it.
Spoke to another gardener the other week and he's charging £15hr!!!!! Idiot"
Thursday
Billybop replied to Ricky Watkins's discussion Gardening Business running costs
"Bless her that Lady is just out of touch with how much services cost nowadays. Is it the cost of living? yes, hers. Probably had somebody on a cheap rate to do her previous garden.  And has underestimated the cost of maintaining the big new one,…"
Thursday
Distance replied to Ricky Watkins's discussion Gardening Business running costs
"£35 p/h for general maintenance? now that would be nice. Where in the country are you? I'm east anglia. I had a lady call up last week, sounded great, big garden, moved in last year and wants someone who knows what they are doing to get the garden…"
Wednesday
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Cofra Safety Boots

I wondered if anyone wore any of the Cofra safety boots? Am looking to replace my nearly 3yr old pair of HAIX GTX Airpower boots and have been looking at the Cofra Frosti - are they warmer for winter...Mainly look at those that are Goretex Thanks &…

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Greenhouse heater.

Hi there,im just looking for suggestions for a cheap and cheerful electric greenhouse heater. An elderly customer has asked me to buy one for his 6x8 greenhouse and as I've never bought one before I'd like your thoughts. It can't be a parafin heater…

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