After an independent audit confirmed a record-breaking SALTEX attendance at the NEC, the show’s visitor survey has now revealed a fascinating insight into the 8,909 who attended.
With over 300 exhibitors and more show features than ever before it is
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An independent audit has confirmed that the combined attendance over the two day exhibition totaled an impressive 8,909 – the highest ever since SALTEX moved to the NEC, Birmingham.
After two successful days, the 72nd SALTEX exhibition came to a close
The very first SALTEX Innovation Award celebrated the best in brand new grounds care technology when the show took place at the NEC, Birmingham on 1 and 2 November 2017.
Making its debut, the Innovation Award attracted a number of high-quality entries
SALTEX 2017 has been hailed as a huge success
A year’s worth of meticulous and strategic planning from show organisers culminated in what is being hailed by many as the best ever SALTEX.
The two-day exhibition has quickly grown to become the premier an
SALTEX 2017 is set to play host to the most technologically advanced equipment showcase in grounds management. With this in mind SALTEX event organisers have decided to hold, for the very first time, an Innovation Award – and visitors will get the ch
The Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) has announced that the 2017 winners of the SALTEX College Cup will be given the opportunity to work as part of the grounds team when Scotland host England as part of the 2018 Six Nations Championships, at BT Murr
Learning LIVE at SALTEX 2017 is set to explore and highlight the burning issues that really matter to the groundscare industry through a unique panel discussion entitled Your Industry, Your Show, Your Voice.
The panel discussion, which is part of SALT
At SALTEX 2017 Sherriff Amenity will be showcasing two new products in the renowned GoGreen complexed iron range. Visitors to the stand (E060) will also be offered the opportunity to sign-up free of charge to the online Sherriff Academy and find out
Oeliatec return to SALTEX on stand number E055 to showcase their range of environmentally-friendly range of weed control products.
All Oeliatec weed control machines kill weeds with 100% hot water by delivering an efficient low pressure treatment at t
Limagrain UK, one of the world’s largest seed companies will be showcasing its impressive range of grass seed mixtures, including the market leading MM60, MM50 and the new exciting MM7 on their stand at SALTEX 2017.
MM is one of the most respected bra
Pellenc will be exhibiting at this year’s IOG SALTEX on stand E055 which will showcase their professional range of environmentally friendly, lithium-ion battery powered tools.
A forerunner when it comes to lithium-ion technology and high efficiency “B
Etesia will be launching their range of Greener City Equipment on stand C050 at IOG SALTEX 2017, which includes a range of environmentally-friendly battery-powered pedestrian and ride-on rotary mowers.
Environmental protection and a commitment to sust
At SALTEX 2017 Dennis & SISIS (Stand E070) will be living up to their reputation of having world-class maintenance equipment for every type of playing surface with a wide range of equipment on show.
Featuring prominently on the stand will be the SISIS
The SALTEX 2017 free education programme is set to inspire visitors at the NEC on 1 and 2 November.
With the full Learning LIVE programme set to be revealed in the coming weeks, the Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) has released a few teaser seminars.
The countdown to Europe’s largest annual turf management event has officially begun, marked by the opening of online visitor registration.
SALTEX 2017 takes place at the NEC, Birmingham, from 1-2 November, and has already attracted over 250 exhibitor
The opportunity to stand on arguably the most famous pitch in world football on the day of the FA Cup Final is a dream for many, but for four sports turf students from Northern Ireland – the dream has become a reality.
Gavin White, Jon Crawford, Micha
Organisers of SALTEX (Sports Amenities Landscaping Trade Exhibition) have launched their new 2017 campaign, which features the distinguished heart-shaped logo formed of grass complete with the words – Your Industry - Your Show.
In 1934 a groundsman at
The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI), has underlined its continuing confidence in the strength of SALTEX by committing to its own dedicated area at the show, which will be held at the NEC, Birmingham on 1 and 2 November 2017.
Founded
SALTEX 2017 continues to attract some of the sector’s biggest names ensuring that visitors can again expect to see an impressive line-up of world-class innovation for use by managers of pitch, grounds, landscaping, park and estates when the event ope
Based on the success of SALTEX 2016, an increasing number of exhibitors are looking to extend their profile at the UK’s biggest and most influential turf care event, which will be held on 1 and 2 November at the NEC, Birmingham.
According to show orga
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"Maybe this is a sign to pick your own way forwards, I rate stiga and mountfield as crappy homeowner mowers (from experience of 15yrs). Wheeled mowers I'd never ever buy anything other than an etesia, roller mowers always honda with a high lift…"
"Have a look at the ones in your local Aldi which use the 20/40v batteries. I have their drill and also multitool, and they have been excellent. Drill has been heavily used, including mixing tubs of concrete, hammer drilling trellis fixings to walls…"
"sounds similar to what I have Peter I bought 2 sets of the Ryobi R18PD3-215GZ drill last year from Amazon Resale under £50 each they were returns / refurbished, sold the best looking drill and kept 1 with minor marks for myself, sold 2 of the…"
"Yes know what you are saying, toolstation do have a ryobi 18v combi with 2 batteries and chsrger 13mm chuck on offer for £67 inc vat more than I wanted to pay but seems a good deal?"
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Now in retirement mode so dug out my old cordless drill that was bought from Argos a long time sgo for £10 to start all those jobs that have been put off. Its dead but to be fair has been used extensively for fencing jobs.Just need something simple…
"Absolutely correct however if you turn the engine up they are great in every condition and go like a race horse"
"Neil. As you probably know we have the Mountfield version of your mower and use commercially, no issues . I'm no expert but sounds like a pulley issue.
We bought ours on the variable speed and large discharge chute . The Honda yes is probably better…"
We bought ours on the variable speed and large discharge chute . The Honda yes is probably better…"
"Just buy an old honda new ones are heaps. £300 spent my current one is about 20yrs old I've had it 4yrs and no issues"
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"Finally tracked one down Echo have semi long and long with the motor at battery end . Very very nicely balanced and relatively light and 2yr pro warranty"
Rye Lawn Tennis Club Relies on MM50 for Championship-Quality CourtsMaintaining high-quality natural grass tennis courts is no easy task, particularly when they are expected to withstand weeks of intensive play during a packed summer schedule. At Rye…
"Cheers Ian definitely worth a punt as it's down the road from me as well
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Cordless drill
Now in retirement mode so dug out my old cordless drill that was bought from Argos a long time sgo for £10 to start all those jobs that have been put off. Its dead but to be fair has been used extensively for fencing jobs.Just need something simple…
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Sloping kerb detail.
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Stiga 955
Hi all. I have a Stiga 955 purchased 14 months ago. It gets used maybe 4 hours weekly. Almost a year to the day the drive belt went on it, so I put a new one on. Two months later with maybe 30 hours use the bloody thing has gone again. Does anyone…
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Van and kit for sale
Due to ill health am retiring and disposing of most of our vehicles and machinery. It's all in good or excellent condition, some hardly used. We are in North Staffs and all will be subject to vat , have listed what's for sale at moment but the chap…
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