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
saltex 2017 (21)
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
The Landscape Juice Network (LJN)
What is it?
LJN is an open association of individuals and companies involved in landscaping, garden maintenance, horticulture and garden design.
The site is…
https://youtu.be/G3gaU9YK4kM
In this video, I will be…
As Blue Monday is fast approaching, I thought it would be a good idea to give a small reminder to our community here on Landscape Juice to remember to tell people about your worries and if you’re having negative thoughts. Talking about emotions…
Britmow weren’t aware how much of an impact attending a trade show would have on their future endeavours. In the run up to their 50th anniversary, they were exploring ideas of how to celebrate. It’s only when they met Kate Cooney from…
“Gardening programmes tend to be very ‘traditional’ white middle-class in their attitude towards gardening”, Julia Sargeant said in an interview after she won gold at Chelsea Flower Show in 2016. She was the first black gardener to design…
A carefully-planned turf nutrition and treatment programme utilising three key Sherriff Amenity products has produced a sustained rise in the health, condition and playing standard of greens at the Milford Golf Club in Surrey.
The programme…
Open forum activity
"Could it have been a graft at one time perhaps?"
Agrovista Amenity has strengthened its team with the appointment of Rob White as an Amenity Specialist. With 17 years of experience in greenkeeping, including a successful tenure as Head Greenkeeper at Wollaton Park Golf Club, Rob brings a wealth of…
" Hi James, it's difficult to give you an answer to this without being there and having a good look for myself.
You could try sending a soil sample off for analysis. Personally, I would go for the full monty and include soil texture, CEC,…"
You could try sending a soil sample off for analysis. Personally, I would go for the full monty and include soil texture, CEC,…"
"The UKLCA is a fantastic organisation. The committee are dedicated and did an amazing job planning the conference this year. If you're in professional lawn care and want to grow your business look no further!"
ICL is pleased to announce the appointment of Liam Hargreaves as Research and Development Officer – UK Turf & Landscape. Liam joins ICL from STRI, where he held the position of Research Manager, bringing with him extensive experience in scientific…
"Customer of mine have 20 yrs old masport rotorola 19inch.
Its been very reliable. Bar doesn't get in the way. Picks up well in the wet. The only thing that let's it down is it's really slow.
"
Its been very reliable. Bar doesn't get in the way. Picks up well in the wet. The only thing that let's it down is it's really slow.
"
"Thanks for your info Adam. I’ve reduced all my hedging (and there’s a lot of it) in height and I have my niwaki tripod ladders if needs and still happy with my Shindaiwa long reach, which isn’t overly heavy at the moment. i’m just finishing a very…"
Looking for lightish roller mower, not battery!Anyone using Honda 476 QY 19 inch or Masport rotorla 22 inch ? Both similar weight, looking at the Masport don't like the handle bracing bar which runs between the 2 vertical handles and looks like it…
"Hi Andrew
Yes it was compost from a well known brand sold in garden centres"
Yes it was compost from a well known brand sold in garden centres"
""we only topdressed with compost when the seed went down.".
Is that the compost that is sold as soil improver at the household waste recycling centres and green waste disposal sites that is made from shredded garden waste?…"
Is that the compost that is sold as soil improver at the household waste recycling centres and green waste disposal sites that is made from shredded garden waste?…"
" Robert - I'm in a similar situation. I sold the gardening business in 2022. I kept back the Stihl longreach battery (AK) hedgecutter to do the 50M of beech hedge behind the house - this having had the long reach heavy duty AP (HLA86). THe AK one, a…"
"No cleaning done to the path or driveway. I imagine it could be what Jonathan suggested as the timing of this happen through autumn into winter.
What's the best course of action to repair this now?"
What's the best course of action to repair this now?"
"On Thursday I saw one of my regular lawns looking similiar and in a right state. It has been looking fantastic for years treated by a reputable company. Dug out a small plate size of turf to find a dozen crane fly larvae in that small piece, i dread…"
"How strange, a generous friend gifted me a pair of these a few years ago, Bilivery branded and appox £70. I scoffed a bit at the time and whispred to my wife and others that i’d probably never use them. Well two years on and i think they are…"
"have they had there drive and path cleaned with chemicals and a pressure washer. the grass seed could have been for use on a putting green which takes a lot of looking after "
"There is a path to the garage from the front door but.i didn't notice any black from weed and feed. It has almost died off completely in places and is down to the soil."
Honda or Masport?
Looking for lightish roller mower, not battery!Anyone using Honda 476 QY 19 inch or Masport rotorla 22 inch ? Both similar weight, looking at the Masport don't like the handle bracing bar which runs between the 2 vertical handles and looks like it…
Read more…
1 Reply
·
Reply by Honey Badger yesterday
Views: 49
Hole saw set
Anyone recommend a hole saw set, want a set in a case to stop walkies. Needs to cut steel and stainless , can't justify Starrett cost. Need a selection of sizes with arbours.Only occasional use numerous choices on net but difficult to know if any…
Read more…
Views: 18
Lawn issues
Im after some advice regarding a lawn issue. A customer had spoken to me regarding their front lawn that really struggled to put on any growth at all even during spring time. I suggested that because the house is a new build, although built a…
Read more…
Views: 193
Battery hedgcutter advice
Hi all,I have recently retired properly from my self employed gardening business, although I still do a few bits! I’m now faced with upkeeping my own property of 1.5 acres, plenty of everything, grass, hedges, overgrown bits etc etc.Previous work…
Read more…
Views: 209
