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The Grounds Management Association (GMA) reveals that almost 90% of SALTEX 2022 stand space has been sold.
Early indications for SALTEX 2022, which takes place on 2 and 3 November at the NEC, Birmingham, are extremely positive after show organisers re
The post-show SALTEX 2021 visitor survey has revealed a fascinating insight into the show’s visitor profile.
Widely recognised as the show ‘the industry needed’, the 75th SALTEX event provided the ideal opportunity for the grounds management sector to
The SALTEX 2021 post-show survey confirms the exhibition’s place as the must-attend event for everyone involved in grounds management and turf care.
This year, 93% of exhibitors said SALTEX generated new sales leads, while 96% believed SALTEX was perf
After a year’s absence, SALTEX roars back into life and celebrates a very memorable 75th anniversary.
Put back a year due to the pandemic, the buzz was certainly back on the show floor as SALTEX 2021 reunited the industry and brought together almost 7
75 years of groundscare equipment will be on display at SALTEX’s 75th anniversary show, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham on November 3 and 4.
The new show feature, entitled a History of Groundscare Equipment (stand C065), will display vintage
The Eco Village at SALTEX 2021, sponsored by Avant UK, will feature a programme of daily demonstrations of cutting-edge sustainable technology – offering visitors an opportunity of seeing a number of products in action.
Across the two-day event, visit
SALTEX event organisers, Grounds Management Association (GMA), reveal exciting details about this year’s Learning LIVE - an all-encompassing education programme designed for all sectors of the groundscare industry.
The CPD-accredited seminars are free
The new SALTEX 2021 campaign
The Grounds Management Association (GMA), show organisers of SALTEX, launches social media campaign #SeeYouAtSALTEX and is encouraging everyone attending the show to participate.
#SeeYouAtSALTEX is the new 2021 event campai
More categories announced
The GMA announces additional, new categories to the SALTEX Innovation Award, a prestigious hallmark for products showcasing the future of groundscare. Entries for this year are now open via the website.
Since its launch at SA
The Grounds Management Association has announced that visitor registration for SALTEX 2021 is now officially open at gmasaltex.co.uk
Taking place at the NEC, Birmingham on 3 and 4 November, SALTEX 2021 will be celebrating its 75th anniversary in sty
Inspirational speakers wanted for SALTEX’s education programme
Organisers of SALTEX are looking for the best speakers in the grounds management industry to showcase their knowledge at the show, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham on 3 and 4 Nove
After the government’s recent announcement, it appears that the grounds management industry can finally start looking forward to celebrating SALTEX’s 75th anniversary, which takes place on 3 and 4 November at the NEC, Birmingham.
Prime Minister Boris
Due to mounting pressure from the global Coronavirus pandemic, the Grounds Management Association (GMA) regrettably announces that it has taken the decision to move SALTEX to 3-4 November 2021, from its planned Spring dates (3-4 March 2021).
The GMA h
The Grounds Management Association (GMA) has launched an online visitor survey to help plan for and shape the future of SALTEX.
September marks four months since the GMA announced that SALTEX will be taking place in March 2021. In more ordinary times,
Early indications for the 75th edition of SALTEX, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham on 3 and 4 March 2021, are extremely positive following overwhelming industry support and the welcome news that exhibitions and events have been given the go a
SALTEX and Events Director, Luke Perry, believes that SALTEX 2021 will provide a huge opportunity for the grounds management industry to regroup, reunite and celebrate.
Luke Perry was appointed by the Grounds Management Association as SALTEX and Eve
The recent announcement that SALTEX will be rescheduling from November 2020 to Spring 2021, has been met with enthusiastic support from both exhibitors and visitors.
The Grounds Management Association (GMA) Board of Directors said that the unanimous d
In light of continued restrictions surrounding mass gatherings, combined with the unprecedented impact on all of us from Covid-19, the Grounds Management Association’s (GMA) Board of Directors has taken the unanimous decision to move SALTEX to early
SALTEX operations manager Derek Walder, provides an insight into his illustrious career, his passion for SALTEX and his adventurous days with the Crazy Gang…
Derek Walder has rightfully earned the nickname Mr SALTEX. At 83 years old he has overseen
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"We planted some 5m tall Western Red Cedar for a customer.We had a jcb to take plants off lorry and carry to property as articulated lorry could not get close enough. Engine hoist/winch to raise ball off the ground high enough to get a powered…"
"you can get heavy duty sack barrows (simular) desined to carry root ball plants i thing they will handel 300 kg but if you are going accross a lawn that is a bit wet you might need some boards down to run on "
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Hi All,Has anyone a good tip for a trolley with wheels that can carry 250-400kgs root balls etc?? best Paul
"I prefer doing it when it's raining lightly or after rain as you get a bit of free water to help it work. You can never get near the recommended amount of water with a knapsack. "
"Just watch you do not walk off the lawn to paved are with wet boots, you will spread the iron and leave rusty marks. "
"Better in the rain as less risk to transferring it onto paving IMO! Works after when wet...."
Really need to spray some lawns that im a little late on doing but the forcast looks pretty dire.Ive never sprayed iron in the rain / drizzle. So is it a yay or nay?
"Thanks, that's very helpful."
"Thanks Peter, I appreciate the help! I'll look into it :) "
"Judging from photo which shows plenty of perennial weeds along with the surrounding grass being very sparse and of poor quality the whole area needs TLC.
Anyway back to the question, you have to bear in mind that a high traffic area used in wet…"
Anyway back to the question, you have to bear in mind that a high traffic area used in wet…"
Hi, Any advice on what is the best way to fix this muddy patch would be without adding paving? It's a high traction area which has been churned up over winter. I was thinking of putting som mesh down after spreading some grass seed but if there is…
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Rootball cart/trolley etc
Hi All,Has anyone a good tip for a trolley with wheels that can carry 250-400kgs root balls etc?? best Paul
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Spraying Iron sulphate in the rain?
Really need to spray some lawns that im a little late on doing but the forcast looks pretty dire.Ive never sprayed iron in the rain / drizzle. So is it a yay or nay?
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Best way to fix this?
Hi, Any advice on what is the best way to fix this muddy patch would be without adding paving? It's a high traction area which has been churned up over winter. I was thinking of putting som mesh down after spreading some grass seed but if there is…
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Stihl smart connector
Has anyone tried this? Sounds potentially useful for £20. It's a nightmare trying to get everyone to record hours used on a machine!
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