irrigation (12)

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Bedford School’s cricket facilities have undergone a significant transformation following the installation of a fully automated Hunter irrigation system, supplied by KAR UK and installed by JK Irrigation.

The upgrade has not only boosted efficiency bu

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The latest free GroundsFest Academy event once again proved a huge success, this time focusing on Irrigation Maintenance in partnership with Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS).

Held at the impressive Throws Farm Research and Technology Centre in Great Dun

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When it comes to irrigating golf courses, most greenkeepers will judge sprinkler performance by eye. If a sprinkler’s throw is reaching the next one, the assumption is often “that’s doing the job.”

Unfortunately, that simple visual check can be mislea

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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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Since upgrading to an advanced Hunter irrigation system, Tottenham Hotspur F.C’s incredible training centre has seen remarkable improvements according to Darren Baldwin, Head of Playing Surfaces & Estates, and Liam Plummer, Irrigation Technician.

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Last year, KAR UK launched the new Hunter TTS-800 rotors and, in that time, they have become one of the most sought-after irrigation products in sportsturf. Sales Manager Mike McDonnell reveals the reasons why.

“Greenkeepers, Course Managers, Grounds

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KAR UK, the leading wholesaler of irrigation equipment in the UK, has announced the launch of its new product brochure for 2021/2022.

8554896859?profile=RESIZE_584xThe new 2021/2022 brochure is now available to download on the KAR UK website or from a company representative.

From h

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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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Open forum activity

Peter sellers replied to Taylor’s's discussion Selective lawn herbicides and composting clippings
"No, Mecoprop and dicamba - various brands such as Hytrol will sort it and composted cuttings can be used after 6 months.
It is not possible to compost or send to green waste Praxys treated grass, only option is to use a mulching mower until it is…"
2 hours ago
Taylor’s posted a discussion
A customer wants a weed treatment on their lawn but they also like to compost the clippings after each mow. The product I use states not safe for composting (Praxys). I can't spot spray as there are a lot of bittercress hidden within the grass. Will…
12 hours ago
Max alam is now a member of Landscape Juice Network
yesterday
Barry Straker replied to Barry Straker's discussion Soil management survey help request (south England)
"Hi Adam, did you not receive my reply? I will forward again, please let me know if you don't get it. Thank you "
yesterday
Tim Bucknall replied to Sam Bainbridge's discussion High tip mowers
"We had an Etesia and it was nothing but trouble.  We now have a Kubota G231-HD-48 entering its 5th season, good as gold as long as you change the fuel filters twice a season."
Monday
Adam Woods replied to Barry Straker's discussion Soil management survey help request (south England)
"as did I about 10 days ago???"
Sunday
MF Hodgson replied to Barry Straker's discussion Soil management survey help request (south England)
"Sounds fasinating, Barry. I've emailed you. "
Sunday
MF Hodgson liked Barry Straker's discussion Soil management survey help request (south England)
Sunday
Peter sellers replied to Peter sellers's discussion Stiga/mountfield roller mower
"Neil. Yes it was me who recommended the 18 inch. Delighted with ours albeit we only use for weekly cuts om medium lawns but it allows us to cut in the early morning when the grass is soaking wet, not had to unblock it yet! Interesting to hear your…"
Sunday
Graham Taylor replied to Peter sellers's discussion New for old insurance
"to be honest, stuff that we've used commercially for 4 years probably is pretty worthless though we could possibly flog it on Ebay to some unsuspecting domestic-use customer!!  "
Saturday
Neil Darby replied to Peter sellers's discussion Stiga/mountfield roller mower
"I bought one last year Peter, I thought you had recommended the 18" too me, maybe somebody else. The 18" was out of stock & I went for the 955. Bloody great machine, extremley powerful engine & pretty fast as well. No BBC though which is the only…"
Saturday
Richard Shelton replied to Peter sellers's discussion Stiga/mountfield roller mower
"Yeah, I totally agree on this - far better build quality 👍🏻"
Saturday
Tom Leivers replied to Sam Bainbridge's discussion High tip mowers
"Hi Sam, I've just bought a new Iseki 324 hi tip and it's great. I've done a few cuts this season and have no regrets. I've come from a Kubota GZD hi tip and the Iseki tips slightly higher and backwards which I think is better. I have to tip in one…"
Saturday
Andy Pullin replied to Sam Bainbridge's discussion High tip mowers
"We tried a 328 high tip variant on demo. Seems like a proper tool. Expensive, but rightly so. Good wide grass chute because of the portal axle. Now on shopping list"
Saturday
Sam Bainbridge replied to Peter sellers's discussion Stiga/mountfield roller mower
"I've gone backwards in my walk behind mower purchases solely because a new roller mower lasts 2yrs before it needs a gearbox at £400, I now buy old Honda mowers my current one is 18yrs old I paid £300 for it 3yrs ago and so far in issues. The simple…"
Saturday
Peter sellers replied to Peter sellers's discussion Stiga/mountfield roller mower
"Thanks , currently running Hayter 56 pro's but at 57 kg they are a maul so looked at the Stiga/Mountfield at 47 kg but no split roller or BBC. Only for big areas. Can't have everything suppose! May get one to try before  buying more."
Friday
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High tip mowers

Hello everyone I'm looking at buying a high tip mower, currently running an iseki low tip wondered which one people rate?Needs to be able to tip into my tipper trailer solely for leaf collection time sides are 1.8m from ground but could tip in back…

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