Keeping the greens at Bath Golf Club in immaculate condition is a round-the-clock job for Course Manager, Tom Hayward. And for the past two years, this job has been made much easier, thanks to the introduction of a Wiedenmann GXi8 HD Terra Spike ‘Fast Greens’ aerator.

Purchasing the Terra Spike was a simple decision for Tom – primarily because he’d used a GXi8 model whist working at previous clubs, along with other competitor models – so was well-aware of the advantages the Wiedenmann had to offer. Combined with some additional research into the market and word-of-mouth advice from his peers, he contacted T H WHITE Groundcare to secure a deal.

Taking delivery of the unit in January 2022, Tom has since seen a marked improvement in the quality and playing performance of the greens. ‘Having used Terra Spikes previously, it’s no surprise we’re now seeing superior results, and in a much smaller time-frame,’ Tom explains. ‘It’s a fantastic piece of kit, covering more square metres per hour than any other aerator I know, exactly what you’d expect from the market leaders – super-reliable, simple to adjust and easy to maintain.’

The unit is deployed across the greens approximately 4 to 6 times a year, typically for 10 hours at a time. ‘We’d like to get it out a bit more, but the course is always so busy!’ Tom comments. ‘It’s currently on draining duty, which will continue over the Winter months. We like to vary the aeration, and we’re easily able to change the tine diameters from 8mm to 10mm and then up to 12mm to achieve this. We currently penetrate to a depth of 5 to 7 inches, but we’re gradually introducing greater depths into our greens,’ he adds.

So after two years of high-performing service from the Terra Spike, Tom is now looking to broaden the collection of Wiedenmann equipment in his shed: ‘I’d love to have other products from the Wiedenmann range at my disposal and build on the momentum we’ve created with the GXi8, so I’ll be keeping a close eye on my options going into next year.’

Good call Tom – we’ll wait to see which Wiedenmann product tops the Bath Golf Club leaderboard in 2024!

Contact Stuart Fry at the T H WHITE Groundcare team on 07774 212926 or your local sales rep for more info on Wiedenmann’s high-quality range of turfcare equipment.

Wiedenmann goes big and bold for Saltex.

Whether you are de-compacting an overused pitch or hollow coring a surface, Wiedenmann has the perfect tool to support you. With 11 separate deep aerators; from the super light SL (210 mm) to the extra deep XP (400 mm) and everything in between, year-round Super 500 and Super 600 sweeper collectors that can flail mow, fraise mow, sweep and scarify and have a 2.1m high dump into trailers and even quick and efficient leaf sweeping and collecting with debris vacuum packed into tanks of 2500 and 4500 litres, you can be sure to find a tool in the range to suit.

For Saltex 23, the German manufacturer highlighted the 2.1 m Terra Spike XD8, with deep aerator combines and a working depth up to 27.5 cm. This machine brings a host of class leading H&S initiatives, like shock absorbing and anti-vibration mechanisms. Favoured by contractors for its wide working width with an easily transportable size, it remains incredibly neat and smooth.

Even wider is the 3.5 m bat wing Terra Rake for scarifying, thatch removal and soil conditioning. Twice as big as the ever popular 1.7 m rake, it doubles output and width instantly while keeping labour costs down. Thanks to a clever frame operated hydraulically from the cab, it folds easily to a transportable size.

Then there’s the aptly named Super 500 which scarifies, fraise mows, flail mows, verticuts, sweeps and collects into a generous 2500 litre tank. It’s got Wiedenmann versatility written all over as it’s happy to work at heights up to 2.1 m and beavers away even in frosty conditions, vacuum packing its load.

Making a special appearance on the Saltex stand was the Terra Spike’s sister product, the Groundpro Maredo MT200 series, and in particular the flex verticutter. While not supersize, this machine is definitely superfast, and focuses on the all too common problem of endemic thatch in lawns. Controlling thatch is key as too much organic matter can be a problem for ongoing maintenance. The Groundpro Maredo series removes thatch cleanly at a good speed with three independent floating heads and for maneuverability, an ‘A’ frame with pivot point that makes turning corners simple, which helps to keep jobs progressing at a pace, and ensures that every working second counts.

These larger machines on show at Saltex highlight just how versatile and useful Wiedemann’s range can be for contractors and grounds people.

Contact us here to us to get more information on the Wiedemann range.

Small is beautiful at SALTEX 23 where ISEKI presented products engineered and produced in Japan from their portfolio of compact tractors, mowers, electric vehicles and tractor implements including a preview of  a new 25hp tractor with either HST or mechanical transmission and a choice of a roll-over protection system or an air-conditioned cab.

The Benefits of HST Transmission

A hydrostatic transmission (HST) is powered using hydraulic fluid and allows a tractor operator to speed up or slow down smoothly without switching gears. Compact tractors with a hydraulic transmission improve ease of use, offer seamless speed control, and are versatile to use for multiple tasks.

Iseki’s line up of hero products complemented the compact tractor preview:

Iseki showed a range of mowers at Saltex 23, including the SXG 327.

SXG324/SXG327 the best mid-mount mower that cuts and collects in the wet and dry is now available as a cut and drop version.

SF5 highly productive out front collecting mower with a 1300 litre collector and a choice of rotary or collecting flail decks.

TG6507 49hp compact tractor with the innovative IQ dual clutch transmission which offers the ease of use of a hydrostatic gearbox but with the control of a mechanical gearbox. Supplied with an air-conditioned cabin, three speed mid and rear PTO,  headland management control and hydraulic controls for a loader.

Find out how the ISEKI range can support your business. Talk to your T H WHITE Groundcare rep here today.

The Aurora ELiTE lithium mower is cutting a new path in clean, green, sustainable turf maintenance.

Whilst this is their first lithium commercial mower, as the worlds first manufacturer of electrified mowers; Ransomes has decades of experience with electric products. As a result, the zero-emissions and fuel, road-worthy, quiet turf maintenance solution is meticulously designed to meet the demands of professional operators on their hardest working days.

ELITE LITHIUM TECHNOLOGY POWERED BY SAMSUNG

Powered by proven ELiTE Lithium Samsung SDI batteries and based on the much-loved HR380 chassis, the innovative Ransomes Aurora ELiTE ensures efficiency and longevity. The onboard, overnight charging feature means the mower is always ready for action.

ZERO EMISSIONS AND ZERO FUEL

When the action comes, the electric direct drive motors for the cutting system and electric-driven transaxle with auto-limited slip differential combine to deliver exceptional performance and manoeuvrability. The electric-powered hydraulic lift and steering systems elevate the industry standard with effortless control and outstanding productivity.

UP TO 80% LOWER RUNNING COSTS, 80% LESS HYDRAULICS

With a remarkable transport/mow speed of up to 25 km/hr (15 mph), tasks are completed swiftly and seamlessly. The cutting-edge mowing deck boasts a substantial 1.52 m (60″) cut width, coupled with an adjustable cut height ranging from 25 to 115 mm (1 – 4.5″). Engineered with the utmost attention to longevity, the deck construction features a robust bull nose profile forged from high-strength steel, complete with solid bumper rails and replaceable nose wear plates.

ROAD SAFE WITH REDUCED NOISE

The bolted assembly of impact and serviceable parts ensures durability and ease of maintenance. With a lightweight, high-strength steel frame, the Aurora ELiTE is built to withstand the rigours of professional use. Numerous optional accessories can be added to the machine, including a road light kit, storage racks, and mulching deck baffles to tailor it to your needs.

Talk to your T H WHITE Groundcare rep today here to find out more about this clean, green solution to grounds management.

Something small is coming.

Belrobotics is releasing a brand new mower.

A new technology more economical and more eco-friendly, which is designed to make life easier and offer a real life solution for sports turf management, with all the qualities of the Belrobotics larger robots in a smaller design.

Calibrated for 1 sports pitch size area, this new robot packs all the Belrobotics technology into a smaller package.

Stay tuned or ask your rep to tell you more here.

While Others Scramble to Figure it Out, We’ve Perfected It.

With 225,000 golf carts and counting, on more than 2,000 courses worldwide, with more than 65 million field hours, E‑Z‑GO® ELiTE Lithium Vehicles are the proven leader in lithium performance. Powered by advanced Samsung SDI Lithium Technology, E‑Z‑GO was not only the first to bring lithium performance to golf course fleets but they set the bar for battery life, cost of operation and efficiency too. Now they deliver that same experience, with a lighter, more compact battery design. Others have tried to catch up, but the numbers speak for themselves.

More efficient than any other golf cart.

• ELiTE Lithium golf carts not only perform better, they cost you less to operate, year after year.
• ELiTE Lithium vehicles use half the out-of-wall energy than a lead-acid golf cart. And there’s no need to wait for a full charge to get back on the course.
• With up to 15% greater efficiency than other electric golf carts, ELiTE Lithium vehicles still have enough charge after 36 holes to play another round.
• With a lighter, more compact battery than ever, ELiTE vehicles are easier on turf, so your course looks better, longer.

E‑Z‑GO’s ELiTE Lithium vehicles utilize trusted and reliable Samsung SDI lithium batteries and an advanced Battery Management System that makes these vehicles completely worry-free.

• Get unbeatable performance from your ELiTE lithium vehicles for its entire life.
• Unlike traditional lead-acid batteries, no terminal post cleaning, no watering, no problems.
• Leave it for winter with easy storage steps.

Contact your T H WHITE Groundcare rep to find out more about the world’s most efficient Golf Cart.

It’s Landed – the new HR380 starting from £34,200!

The latest professional mower from Ransomes, the HR380 is ideal for cutting grass which is not regularly mowed whilst being easy to use and maintain.

Using a powerful and clean EU Stage V 37.5hp engine, the deck sizes range from 1.52 to 1.83m and the whole unit is designed for comfortable operation and easy road transport. Flail or Rotary deck options are available including an integrated Muthing flail system or durable bolt-on and flip-up rotary deck. Ergonomic features include fingertip unit control, high spec mechanical suspension seat (air suspension seat available as an option) and wide range of storage options.

Taking on user feedback has led Ransomes to produce a mower that is cleaner, more powerful, and has the versatility to meet the requirements of working on different projects on a daily basis.  With users mowing on areas with varying grass lengths, it was critical to ensure the same cut quality in every situation – an ability that contributes to the overall efficiency of the mower, along with the ergonomic features and fingertip controls on the operator station.

Integrated LED lights and mirrors allow for safe on-road transportation between sites, and an electronic hydraulic parking brake ensures confident slope holding.

To find out more how the HM380 can improve your mowing programme or book a free on site demonstration contact our Groundcare specialists today.

For a superior cut with minimal noise and no internal oil or emissions, look to the new Jacobsen SLF Elite Mower.

**Be sure to join us at our Show & Mow Event at Gaudet Luce on 6th September to see this innovative mower in action!**

Available exclusively with a proven ELiTE lithium drivetrain powered by Samsung SDI lithium technology, the SLF1 provides 5.5+ hours of operation with each charge. The on-board charger re-powers over night, and Jake’s most advanced on-board monitoring system ensures product uptime, lockable speed and frequency of clip controls.

The Elite battery has become the fuel cell of choice for discerning manufacturers of ground care equipment. With Phosphate based chemistry and patented safety valve design, the Elite Lithium Ion battery cells demonstrate the highest levels of safety and reliability in the industry.

Combined with reduced vibration from the electric motor, which in-turn reduces operator fatigue and  maintenance costs, this machine represents the way forward in environmentally-friendly mowing – and your Jacobsen SLF Elite will offer unparalleled cutting efficiency for years to come.

Talk to your T H WHITE Groundcare rep to find out more – or click here to get in touch.

With our unpredictable weather, growth of hedgerows and verges has been early and rapid this year, so we understand you’ll want to make a fast start to cutting season and our in-stock McConnel Power Arms will help you do just that.  We are highlighting three popular models this month in the McConnel’s 55 Series which offer power, performance and excellent value for money.

Any model in the 55 series is a staple market leader for farmers, contractors, local government or green maintenance teams. Cast iron pumps and gear boxes ensure these units are built to last serving you season after season and a choice of electric or cable rotor controls is available.  This series comes with variable forward reach (VFR) and McConnel’s signature feature –parallel-arm and Hy-Reach geometry – a standard part of the design, as are seam welded c-section arms and fully bushed pivot points to reduce stress and ensure greater durability.  Add to that a hydraulic safety breakaway, power slew, and a range of attachments, and it’s easy to see why these machines are the envy of other mainstream mid-range Power Arms.

The trusty PA 5455,  is fuel efficient with outstanding manoeuvrability for precision working.  With 5.4m reach, 55hp hydraulics it comes complete with cutting head and oil and buyers can choose a 1.2 or 1.5m head.  Step up the horsepower to the PA 5555 or PA5755 with 5.5m and 5.7m reach respectively at 60hp.  These models are fitted with high visibility LED road lighting and an integrated oil cooler as standard to ensure longevity at the higher rated power.  They make light work of even the toughest of clearance jobs including hedges with 3 years growth.

McConnel Orbitor Head

All models are offered with a wide range of attachments and our optional orbital unit is a great add on allowing the arm to work at additional angles to cater for cutting in narrow lanes.  All our power arms are supplied with the McConnel Multicut Flailhead in which the spiral layout of the lugs ensures that only two flails are cutting at any one time for a smooth, continuous cutting action.  We also offer a wide range of attachments including ditch and grip cleaner, multisaws and cutterbars.

So go on, get prepared for cutting season, contact your T H WHITE sales representative today for a great McConnel deal.

The future is electric and Iseki will shortly be part of it, when they release their hotly anticipated SXG E2 electric cut and collect mower in 2024.

Regardless of personal opinion of electric power as a means to propel machinery and transportation vehicles, you have to admit that this clean, battery driven and zero emission energy has been going through something of a recent renaissance.

The E2 has been designed, engineered and built in Japan and promises to become a valued addition to Iseki’s SXG range, often lauded as the ultimate in cut and collection mowers, due to their ability to perform exceptionally well even in wet conditions, which allows work to continue without weather restrictions.  SXG’s are also versatile enough for domestic, commercial and contractual applications, reliably performing and leaving a superior finish in all applications.

We at T H WHITE are certainly looking forward to running this first electric Iseki through its paces as early test indications suggest that whether you are mowing your lawn, mowing an estate or tackling numerous contracts; the new E2 will perform consistently well, just like its older Diesel brothers.

Contact your T H WHITE Groundcare rep to pre-book a 2024 demo of the future of Iseki today.

The flexible Wessex RMX 500 mower and New Holland T5 tractor are a winning combination.

The well-established grounds maintenance contractor has over 28 years in the landscaping business. Based just north of Evesham, close to the village of Salford Priors, their reach stretches throughout Worcestershire, Warwickshire and even down into Gloucestershire.

Limebridge was established over seventy years ago in 1952 as a plant nursery; and in time has been transformed from a horticultural business with a retail space into a service-based mobile company. Now, with a team of nine dedicated staff, the business has evolved into a substantial grounds specialist company: offering contract and one-off soft landscaping and maintenance throughout the South Midlands.

Director and Works Manager Kevin James has been with the family business since leaving school. We caught up with Kevin during a brief break after mowing a field with one of his New Holland T5’s and a new Wessex RMX 500 mower, to ask how the Wessex mower is supporting his business.

Kevin said “I’m very happy with the Wessex RMX 500. I’ve just stopped at the side of a newly mowed field and the finish it left is fantastic. We went to Wessex to get a reliably good finish but there were other reasons it works well for us too:

Limebridge are amenity contractors, so we work with sports grounds, stately homes and other amenities and travel from site to site a lot. In an average day we will be going between seven or eight locations so moving the mower is a big issue for us. The Wessex RMX 500 folds up nicely and tightly on the tractor, making it easy to transport on the road. The other big plus for the Wessex mower is how easily we can change the cutting height. One minute we might be working on a cricket field that needs cutting at 12 millimeters and straight after we might be on a sports field with a cutting height of 30 millimeters. The Wessex copes well with the different heights and is easy to alter, which saves us time on the job”.

Limebridge doesn’t just cut grass but offers a full range of soft landscaping to revive outside spaces: including hedge cutting, herbaceous planting, tree planting, tree surgery; turf laying and general soft landscaping. Kevin added “Our fantastic range of kit which includes the Wessex mowers and New Holland tractors means we can also do emergency one-off jobs of any size.

We’ve just been called into Ragley estate after their game fair over the weekend to tidy up the grounds and repair crowd damage. At Ragley we direct-drilled seeds straight into their existing park land to rejuvenate whilst still in use.  We also aerate and de-compact sports fields if needed”.

Kevin then said “I’m very happy with both the New Holland tractors and the Wessex RMX 500 mower because they support Limebridge Rural Services to consistently offer the best service to all our customers”.

Talk to T H WHITE today about upgrading the tools and machines you rely on to run your business. Contact us here.

Part of the T H WHITE difference is our knowledge and expertise in both general and specialist equipment sectors.  One such area is estate management covering country estates, private landowners, large private gardens and those managing shoots or equestrian complexes. These and similar businesses often need an unusual mix of smaller tractors, agricultural equipment and groundcare items, ATVs, UTVs and attachments.

As an official dealer of New Holland, Iseki, Honda, Kawasaki, Logic and Wessex, T H WHITE is ideally placed to provide the right mix of equipment for these customers as we are delighted to welcome Sophie Taylor into her new role of Estate Management Specialist to support our territory.  Sophie will cover Wiltshire and Gloucestershire from our Knockdown and Marlborough depots.  Many of you may already know Sophie as the daughter of Andy Taylor.  Andy is one of our established sales colleagues who has worked for T H WHITE for over 40 years and whose remarkable depth of knowledge has earnt him the status of being one of T H WHITE’s most successful salesmen.  A mentoring backdrop that will undoubtedly see Sophie thrive!

Sophie grew up on the family farm in Lea, just outside Malmesbury.  A mixed operation of cereals crops and a suckler herd of cattle, she has been around farm machinery and operations all her life and is very much at home with understanding the requirements of tending land and animals.  Having always loved children, she studied childcare at Cirencester college then switched into a two-year Agricultural apprenticeship at Lackham.  On completion she was lucky enough to find a local nannying post which also allowed her to continue supporting farm operations at home as a valued member of the family team. Sophie was also fortunate enough to do her apprenticeship at a neighbouring family farm where she helped rear their calves on and off for 6 years.

As the children Sophie looked after grew up, she felt it was time for a change.  Her attraction to T H WHITE is built on its family values, its size and diversity allowing for career progression and growth.  Her love for the outdoors and knowledge of machinery made it the perfect fit.  One she says is ‘An amazing opportunity she should grab with both hands to make a success of’.

In her spare time Sophie is heavily involved in the Young farmers community being a member of the Malmesbury club before her teens.  She’s held various club positions over the years including club chairman and county rally chairman for Wiltshire YFC. Sophie has also been heavily involved in public speaking and stock judging too.  In fact, she’s appeared at national finals for both activities.

Sophie will be introducing herself to all existing T H WHITE customers in her area over the coming weeks and be providing impartial advice and recommendations in no time.  Meanwhile if you have a requirement for estate management equipment you can reach her on 07734446052 or email sophie.taylor@thwhite.co.uk

A warm welcome to Chris Grisedale who joins our Groundcare team as our new Sales Representative for Hampshire and Berkshire, based from Stockbridge.

Chris has always had a keen interest in machinery, studying mechanical engineering at Eastleigh College where he quickly realised that he prefers talking about the technology rather than fixing it!  After a short spell in the Construction sector, Chris began working for Winchester Garden Machinery and now sees his new role at T H WHITE, as a natural progression of his sales career.

Taking the reins from Mark Zealander, Chris has spent his first fortnight introducing himself to customers and suppliers.  He’s already demonstrated a number of machines to prospective clients, attended a Wessex Machinery factory tour, sold a Smithco roller to a local golf club and a Wessex CMT150 to an estate owner with a sizeable acreage to tend to.  Chris is certainly hitting the ground running.

Chris is excited to be joining such an experienced team with a broad machinery offering.  Commenting on the wide range of machinery available from T H WHITE Groundcare, he is very impressed with the British brand Wessex International which provide everything from multicut rotary, flail and proline roller mowers through to toppers and paddock sweepers.  Chris states “The designs are simple.  A quality offering from a trusted brand.  Just what customers want”.

He goes on to commend the Ventrac mower for its versatility and endless range of flexible attachments for just about any task.  “I have loads of interest in this machine and several quotations being considered already”.

Chris lives in the heart of his sales territory in Winchester and spends much of his spare time DJ’ing.  Music is his passion, and his love for drum and base is being instilled early for his son!

Chris will be contacting all existing T H WHITE customers in his new area over the coming weeks but in the meantime you can reach him directly on 07876 396635 or chris.grisedale@thwhite.co.uk.

We wish you a happy and prosperous career with us Chris.

WESSEX INTERNATIONAL – KNOWN FOR RELIABLE, ROBUST, BRITISH MADE IMPLEMENTS

Renowned for UK built implements and attachments, the Wessex name has been synonymous with superb quality and British design and build since 1962.  With a great range of compact tractor attachments and groundcare machinery to choose from, Wessex provides everything from rotary, flail and roller mowers through to toppers and paddock sweepers.  And what’s more, this equipment is at home on golf clubs, sports and recreation spaces, local authority spaces and private estates making it one of the most versatile brands in the T H WHITE portfolio.

The CRX MultiCut series of rotary mowers is truly multifunctional, used either as a professional roller mower with full width front and rear rollers, a finishing mower with 4 fully castoring wheels, or a combination of the two with castoring wheels on the front and roller on the rear.  It’s mowers can be front or rear mounted thanks to reversible linkage, side or rear discharge and also offers mulching.

Wessex out-front flail mowers offer increased operator comfort over rear-mounted machines, offering increased visibility and maneuverability in confined areas.  The ProLine roller mower is not to be confused with a rotary topper or finishing mower. With full width rollers front and rear, precision blades and an exceptionally high blade tip speed, it offers a premium cut creating a professional striped effect with ease.

Additional equipment from Wessex includes ATV attachments such as flail and rotary mowers, paddock cleaners, sweeper collectors, spreaders, roller and sprayers.

Right now we have a few select offers on recently landed stock including the Wessex RMX 180 roller mowers, the CRX180 Combination Mower and the CRX320 Multi Cut rotary mowers including:

CRX 180 Only £5,550 + Vat

RMX 180 Only £6,750 + vat

CRX320 Only £22,975 + Vat

So give your T H WHITE Groundcare rep a call today to find out more…

Matt Fuller reflects on his first year with T H WHITE

We checked in with Matt Fuller who joined the T H WHITE Groundcare team a year ago to see how his first year with us has been.  Matt came to us with a machinery background having grown up on a farm, and then pursuing a career in the groundcare sector rising to sales manager for a garden and estates machinery company.  He’s based from our Stockbridge branch and covers sales across Surrey.

So Matt, what has been the highlight of your first year with us?

“Opening doors that are generally closed to most people. I’ve seen some phenomenal and exclusive places, and sadly I can’t tell you much more about them!  It fascinating to see the exacting standards of some of the best golf and polo venues – that has been a real eye-opener too.  Coming from selling smaller machines and getting involved with big machines is a lot more fun!”

What has been your biggest learning experience?

“Patience is key when it comes to the big machines and big decisions.  In garden-machinery, customers make decisions in minutes. In ground care however, we might wait months for a verdict.”

Which sale has made you most proud?

“I recently sold a Wessex RMX500 G2 to the Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club.  We delivered the machine within two days of the sale, and they had never bought from us before. I especially enjoy gaining new customers.”

Which machinery brands do you rate and why?

“Oh there’s certainly a lot to pick, and I wouldn’t want to make anyone feel left out!  If I had to pick two, I’d pick Ventrac and Jacobsen.  Ventrac offer something no one else can offer.  Nothing really comes close, and Jacobsen’s latest Lithium machines are seriously impressive. It’s nice to be able to offer a machine that’s right at the forefront of technology like the Jacobsen Eclipse 360 Elite and the Jacobsen SLF1 Elite.”

Your previous role saw you involved in many aspects including service and marketing – do you keep your hand in with these skills?

“I do! I feel that our industry is under-represented in social media, and I really enjoy the creative process. I hope that the videos I make can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of their interest in the industry.  I’m not in the workshops any more – I do miss welding!”

Finally, what single piece of advice would you give a new T H WHITE Groundcare rep joining the team?

“There is no substitute for meeting people in person.  One face-to-face meeting is worth more than 100 emails or calls.  Get out there and meet people.  Your days will fly by, and you’ll become memorable: people buy from people.”

Thanks for your time Matt.  Here’s to another successful year with us.  To learn more about the wide range of premium machinery brands T H WHITE offers to golf clubs, recreation spaces, councils and more, give Matt a call on 07917 172861.

We introduced the GKB Machines range last Autumn with their newly released sustainable Leaf Reducer but that’s not all there is to shout about within this innovative range – GKB’s top dressers have a lot to offer too.

Available in either trailed or mounted options, the 7 models in the Sandspreader range cater for 2-12m working widths and bunkers of 4m³ /141ft³ flat filled. The benefits of frequent top dressing are well documented and a sturdy top dresser, like the GKB Sandspreader, is therefore indispensable to a greenkeeper or turf manager alike.

The robust build, perfect stability and weight dispersion, combined with adjustable conveyor belt speed and adjustable spreading discs all result in an incredibly efficient discharge of sand. A whole host of optional extras are also available with this machine including a central control touch screen for tractors, swinging wheel sets and lockable hydraulic valves. The SPM model can also accommodate discharge belts for quick filling of bunkers. Standard three point coupling or electric drawbar make connecting the trailed unit super easy and bespoke solutions can be undertaken to fit Sandspreaders on various brands of turf truck.

If you are after an environmentally friendly dresser look no further than the GKB EcoDresser – a 3-in-1 maintenance machine that evens out terrain, aerates and spreads dressing soil from the existing top layer – thus offering a more sustainable alternative. These tasks in combination with the nutrient-rich material placed on top all ensure a greatly improved quality of surface.  In addition, loosening the soil eliminates weeds in the top layer creating improved surface appearance and enhanced conditions for overseeding.

The EcoDresser will save purchase costs for sand, but also offer benefits to the environment. Not only do you not have to bring in sand but you also prevent introducing pollution or extra weed seeds from purchased sand batches.  Natural application eliminates the need for pesticides, controlling weeds by mechanical means.

With working widths from 130cm to 240cms, milling knives, field teeth and spring-loaded coulters to prevent stone damage, the EcoDresser spec is impressive – completed by an optional stone sieve, collecting tray and conveyor belt option for spreading the top layer elsewhere.

GKB is a 3^rd generation family business based in the Netherlands with a strong focus on sustainability through an energy neutral manufacturing process.  They put the worker at the centre of their innovation acknowledging the comfort of operation and pride in the finish from operators across the sector.

Their Leaf Reducer and Topdressers are complemented by a wide range of innovative forward thinking solutions for natural, synthetic and hybrid turf – all at a surprisingly affordable price – speak to your Groundcare representative today to learn more.

Nathan Jacobs appointed to Jensen Business Manager

Last month we announced to our dealer network the promotion of Nathan Jacobs to the role of Jensen Business Manager.

Nathan has been in the role of Chipper Specialist since 2018, successfully working with our southern dealer network, and strengthening our relationships with the team at Jensen GmbH.

Nathan will now manage the entire UK dealer network, steering and developing the business, sharing his passion and appetite for the Jensen brand within our own team and the wider dealer network.

Nathan can be reached on 07483 037715 and nathan.jacobs@thwhite.co.uk.

Please join us in wishing him the very best in his new role.

New Jensen and Spider Specialist

We would also like to introduce Craig Winch and welcome him to his role as Jensen and Spider Specialist in our T H WHITE Groundcare division. Having started in the role earlier this month, Craig has been taking time to get to know his surroundings at Stockbridge, his designated depot, and to develop his product knowledge of both the Jensen woodchippers and Spider slope mowers ranges.

Originally from South Africa with a background in hydraulic machinery repairs, Craig ran his own business repairing hoses, PTO pumps, cylinders, valves and jacks so definitely knows his way around machinery.  He and his family migrated to the UK in 2018. On arrival he worked for a printing firm and was quickly promoted to a skilled operator but was keen to re-enter the machinery sector, so when he saw our vacancy, he jumped at the opportunity to become our Jensen and Spider Specialist and put his skills and mechanical background to better use.

The marketing team caught up with Craig to see how he has faired in his first month. ‘The company and staff have been amazing’ he remarked, ‘I’m getting up to speed with who’s who and who does what.  Colleagues have been keen to lend a hand and help direct me when needed.  The culture of teamwork and friendliness is very apparent.  I’ve mainly been trying to embed as much product knowledge as possible as each brand has its own USPs and bespoke features.  An early task that was very rewarding, was my involvement in the Charity Christmas tree chip which raised funds for Julia’s House and I’m now beginning to get out and about building relationships with new and existing customers’

Craig can be reached on 07485 303487 and craig.winch@thwhite.co.uk. 

We wish Craig the very best with the role and career within T H WHITE Groundcare.

Let the robots take the strain!

Packed with great innovative features the Belrobotics robotic Big Mow and Park Mow cut your grass for you, removing the chore of mowing.  Managing costs of turfcare is important in the sector and professional automowers (or robots) can save thousands of pounds in annual costs.  They are reliable, always available and support flexible work schedules in all weather conditions. What’s more adding GPS RTK (real-time kinematic) connectivity triples mowing capacity by increasing the accuracy of GPS systems.  Ideal for golf courses, sports & recreation grounds and private estates alike; you can manage one or a fleet through the Belrobotics app for tablet or smartphone.

Each model has an anti-theft solution, GPS location and geofencing alerts, in-built maintenance history and of course safety is paramount – with 5 sonars, these robotic mowers will instantly deactivate cutting systems if they encounter an unexpected obstacle.

The BigMow has 15 blades, 5 cutting heads and a 1033mm cutting width and the GPS RTK robotic mower is capable of cutting areas up to a whopping 75,000 m2 whilst the Park Mow has 9 blades, 3 cutting heads and a cutting width of 633mm. The standard Park Mow offers coverage up to 12,000 m2, with the GPS assisted robot mower version providing a mower capacity of up to 24, 000 m2.  These robots and are revolutionising the future of mowing.

Belrobotics Parc Mow

Belrobotics Big Mow

See the difference

• Covers large areas in a few hours
• Replaces several small robot mowers
• Much cheaper than a garden tractor
• 10 times lower CO₂ emissions*
• 8 x lower energy costs*
• No noise pollution
• 100% ecological
• Impeccable turf in better condition
• Warning in case of theft or malfunction
• GPS guidance system

If you’d like to learn more about robot mowing or see one of these in action contact your local groundcare representative.

* Compared with a diesel ride-on mower

Welcome Simon Clements!

Shifting the 4.30am start to 7.30am wasn’t the only motivation for our new area sales executive, Simon Clements who joined our T H WHITE Groundcare team in early December.

As an established greenkeeper Simon took over Harvey Brooke’s patch following his promotion to sales manager last year. Already knowledgeable and rating many of our flagship brands, he’ll be taking these to golf and recreation spaces across Herefordshire, Worcestershire and the Midlands.  Simon brings vast experience to his new role having been in our customers’ shoes for more than 20 years. 

It was golfing and a love for the outdoors that saw Simon enter ground keeping at the start of his career.  He took an apprenticeship in Moreton Morrell College, now part of the Warwickshire College Group providing excellent land-based learning facilities.  On qualifying in Sports & Turf NVQ Level 3, Simon spent 19 years maintaining the prestigious Abbey Hotel’s grounds in Redditch and then went on to become Course Manager at Sapey Golf & Country Club. 

During his time at The Abbey Hotel, he looked after an established John Deere fleet, but T H WHITE Redditch was the local dealership and then salesman, Harvey Brooke came knocking on his door – wooing Simon and his team to trial some new equipment.  They were suitably impressed!  On the search for reliability and great aftercare, we delivered on both fronts and before long a Jacobsen Fairway mower, Iseki tractor, E-Z-Go golf car and Kawasaki were added to the Abbey grounds shed.

With both the operational and product knowledge, Simon is the ideal candidate to join the team.  Not only can he specify the unique benefits of our ground care equipment but he also recognises the frustration and costs of downtime and knows T H WHITE’s aftersales proposition is a strong reason why customers trust their machines to be looked after by us.

Simon has already hit the ground running having already sold a Wessex deck to a local school and Ferris mower to a private landscaper.  He’s still digesting our vast machinery range whilst looking forward to meeting existing and new customers in person.  He lives with his family in the Redditch area and enjoys fishing or ‘fair-weather’ golf in his spare time.  Still performing in the golf sector, he plays off 10.

If you are already planning a machinery review, get in touch.  Simon can be reached on 07483 038769 or simon.clements@thwhite.co.uk

Burford Golf Club is set in the heart of the Cotswolds hills close to the River Windrush.  It’s a unique 18-hole configuration of beautifully manicured surfaces, with 9 holes straddling either side of the A361, which interestingly is the longest 3-digit A road in the country starting in Ilfracombe’s high street in Devon and extending 195 miles to Daventry in Northamptonshire.

Burford members-run golf club was opened for play in 1936 and now has upwards of 900 members and a lengthy 4 year waiting list!  And on visiting you can see why – visitors can expect an intimate welcoming club house with terrace and patio to entertain family and friends, excellent views of pristine greens across the beautiful tree-lined course, a coaching school, pro shop and an atmosphere that characterises genuine Cotswold hospitality.

The club’s Groundcare team is headed by Richard Hitchman who has been there almost 20 years.  Loving the variety and time spent outdoors, Richard manages a team of 7 greenkeepers including 2 apprentices.  He knows the value of teaching the next generation having joined the club as an apprentice himself and working his way up.  Now in the top job for around 2 years, he’s dealt with T H WHITE the whole time he’s been at the club aware that T H WHITE Area Representative Mike Harris has been serving the club and his predecessors before him, for over 30 years.

Richard has just purchased his 4^th and 5^th Amazones – two GHS 2100’s from T H WHITE Groundcare – the Amazone Groundkeepers.  With a working width of 2.1m and collection capacity of 3,500l each is designed to mow, scarify, mulch and collect.  Asking why they are a favourite, Richard remarks ‘Even when we bought our first Amazone years ago, the technology was market-leading and it moves on with every upgrade.  It does everything we need it to do’ he continues ‘from picking up leaves to clearing debris, cutting semi rough throughout the year, shredding collections, and all while delivering a first class finish which we know is the pride of every groundkeeper’.

With such a large capacity and the versatility for year round use, Richard feels the Amazone outstrips the competition who appear expensive to achieve the same result.

Like many clubs these days, Burford has recognised the benefits of obtaining its groundcare equipment through a lease package which allows costs to be controlled as well as bringing the certainty of a five-year equipment replacement cycle.  Spreading the costs in this way has also enabled a greater investment – hence the two machines.

Having the two machines has made a huge difference.  Richard and his team are able to turn their attention to other projects, knowing they have capacity to hit the leaves when required.  This coupled with the two Amazones cutting the rough means double the productivity – a good position to be in with the unpredictable weather nowadays.

Richard and the team at Burford Golf Club have a few other purchases in their shed from T H WHITE including a couple of Greentek Verticutters and Dyna-Seeders.  He goes on to praise the great relationship he has with Mike at T H WHITE.  “Mike knows the kit inside out and proposes the ideal solution for every challenge we face.  He offers us excellent service, leaving us well looked after”

To learn how Amazone can improve your business operations, reach out to Mike or any of our Groundcare specialists.

LEAF REDUCER TO SOIL IMPROVER AND MANY WAYS OF DRESSING

Our Groundcare division is now supplying equipment from GKB Machines – enhancing our offering to local authorities, golf courses, parks and sports recreation clients.

A new supplier to our diverse Groundcare portfolio, GKB is a 3^rd generation family business based in the Netherlands.  Their machinery range has a strong focus on sustainability through an energy neutral manufacturing process and their positioning heralds the ‘worker as king’ acknowledging the comfort of operation and pride in the finish that all Groundcare operators aspire to.

GKB’s new Leaf Reducer unveiled at Saltex last month is already turning heads.  It provides a solution for large-area leaf clearance – offering an economical and environmentally-friendly alternative to the time-consuming task of leaf collection.  It effectively mulches the material and returns it, together with its nutrients back into the surface to the benefit of impoverished soils.  The Leaf Reducer has been developed in response to demand from local authorities looking for a more sustainable method than using blowers, vacuums and trucks to collect and dispose of fallen leaves.

In a single pass, the flails on the Leaf Reducer collect the leaves before a turbine provides both initial fragmentation and the airflow needed to pull the material into the machine where it is further milled into a fine mulch. The fine material is then returned to the surface via a rear ejector which can be adjusted to a desired direction depending on the location.  Local trials have proven to deliver labour and cost savings to this laborious task, whilst being effective in returning an all-important source of food and nutrients back into the soil. The Leaf Reducer is available with a 1.5m working width, and an adjustable working height to treat areas with both low and higher heights of cut.

GKB’s top dressers are a talking point too.  Available in either trailed or mounted options, the 7 models in the Sandspreader range cater for 2-12m working widths and bunkers of 4m³ /141ft³ flat filled. The benefits of frequent Top Dressing are well documented.  It is an important step in the maintenance process, and when conducted in conjunction with aeration, can:

1. Assist in the dispersal of excess water down into the profile
2. Allow oxygen to get down into the soil
3. Dilute accumulations of organic material that can form in the top layer

Topdressing usually consists of a mixture of materials such as soil, sand, loam and peat which should be mixed in a way to resemble the existing soil in terms of composition. Since topdressing will eventually become a part of the root zone, it’s important that it blends well with the already established soil.

A solid and efficient topdresser such as the GKB Sandspreader, is therefore indispensable to a greenkeeper or turf manager alike. The robust build, perfect stability and weight dispersion, combined with adjustable conveyor belt speed and adjustable spreading discs all result in an incredibly efficient discharge of sand. A whole host of optional extras are also available from GKB including central control touch screen for tractors, swinging wheel sets and lockable hydraulic valves. The SPM model can also accommodate discharge belts for quick filling of bunkers. The standard three point coupling or electric drawbar makes connecting the trailed unit super easy and bespoke solutions can be undertaken to fit Sandspreaders on various brands of turf truck.

For the more environmentally conscious among you, the GKB EcoDresser is a 3-in-1 maintenance machine that evens out terrain, aerates and spreads dressing soil from the existing top layer – thus offering a more sustainable alternative. These tasks in combination with the nutrient-rich material placed on top all ensure a greatly improved quality of surface.  What’s more loosening soil eliminates weeds in the top layer creating improved surface appearance and enhanced conditions for overseeding.

The EcoDresser will save purchase costs for sand, but also offer benefits to the environment. Not only do you not have to bring in sand but you also prevent introducing pollution or extra weed seeds from purchased sand batches.  Natural application also eliminates the need for pesticides, controlling weeds by mechanical means.

With working widths from 130cm to 240cms, milling knives, field teeth and spring-loaded coulters to prevent stone damage, the EcoDresser spec is impressive – completed by an optional stone sieve, collecting tray and conveyor belt option for spreading the top layer elsewhere.

GKB’s new Leaf Reducer and Topdressers are complemented by a wide range of innovative forward thinking solutions for natural, synthetic and hybrid turf such as their Topair, for aeration and rolling, and the Sandfiller which combines scarifying, removal and sand filling in a single pass.  A functionality at a surprisingly affordable price – speak to your Groundcare representative today to give GKB a try?

Malcolm Eustace, Chairman of Moseley Cricket Club and Head Groundsman Peter Day, explain how the Jacobsen TR330 excels in providing the quality of cut to their square and out-field, to deliver the international standards required of their support for the Commonwealth Games this season.

Andrew Day, the Estate Manager at a large property in Hampshire, says his vision for the aesthetic appearance of the estate has been fulfilled with significant help from his two Ventrac all-terrain compact tractors and a comprehensive selection of attachments.

Groundsman Paul White aerating the main lawn.

Andrew has been Estate Manager since 2011 and his vision for the estate has resulted in a level of presentation, high in quality and detail, across the entire property.

The estate in question is a large and varied property, set in the rolling hills of the Test valley, with challenging farming ground, renowned fishing on the UK’s pre-eminent chalk stream and some stunning vistas throughout. The main residence was built in 1855 by Thomas Henry Edwards, occupying the site of a previous manor house built around 1810, and features stunning formal lawns, gardens and orchards surrounded by parkland.

Estate Manager Andrew Day

“Our local agriculture and groundscare dealer is T H WHITE, with whom we have an excellent working relationship, especially their area manager, Mark Zealander, who has supplied numerous items of equipment over the years. He was aware that I was wanting to enhance the overall appearance of the estate back in 2018/19 and he waved a Ventrac brochure in front of me. To be honest it didn’t initially take my fancy or catch my eye, until I gave it a moment and then, more importantly, decided to have a demonstration.

“Mark arranged for the UK distributor, Price Turfcare, to undertake a very comprehensive initial demonstration, which then really got me thinking! The business owner, Rupert Price and his colleague Tony Doe turned up with a selection of attachments and put them through their paces in several different areas across the estate. It proved to be a very successful demo; their ability to fully demonstrate every aspect of each attachment and their ‘slow burn’ sales technique is a subtle process, which resulted in the purchase of two Ventrac units, four Contour mowing decks, a Tough Cut deck, an Edger, a Turbine blower, a Power bucket and an Aera-Vator.

Immaculate lawn mown with one of the four Contour decks. Field boundaries are also striped and manicured.

“With this level of investment, we have the versatility and flexibility to tackle a host of estate management tasks in a very effective manner. One machine together with a specialist attachment can be used for taking down scrub in our nursery plantations, maintaining our field boundaries, keeping the riverbank pathways accessible, edging the roadways, blowing leaves and debris and striping up the numerous formal lawned areas. We even have the vibrating Aera-Vator attachment for de-compacting heavily used areas.

The banks of the river Test are mown as part of the aesthetic appeal to anglers

“Some are kind enough to comment on the fantastic condition of the estate and our Ventracs play a very important role in this; they have helped me to fulfil the vision I had in mind. They are simply brilliant machines”

We supply Ventrac compact tractors and a wide range of groundcare attachments. For more information contact our Groundcare sales specialists.

This is the ET Lander, an entirely new and versatile electric compact utility vehicle from Etesia.

Combining superb green credentials – 0% emissions and 0% noise pollution – with a range of 37 miles and a battery charging time of only 8 hours, the ET Lander is no slouch either. It can carry loads of up to one metric ton and can also tow a 750kg capacity brakeless trailer.

The two-seater cab is sound-proofed, insulated and ventilated with power steering and a central control panel with backlit membrane keyboard and 4.3in LCD display.

Highly manoeuvrable and ideal for use on roads and pathways in both urban and rural environments, the EGT Lander is also fitted with a remote-controlled 3-way tipper bed making it easy to load and unload your cargo exactly where you want it.

Best of all, the ET Lander is now available from T H WHITE Groundcare, so if you want to make other groundcare professionals green with envy, contact your T H WHITE rep today.

The new Ferris FB1000 Hurricane leaf blowers are selling fast and already being highly acclaimed by T H WHITE customers.

The FB1000 is the UK’s first and only stand-on leaf blower and delivers far more powerful operation than any hand-held blower. It’s also much more practical and manoeuvrable than three-link PTO machines powered by compact tractors, meaning that this revolutionary new blower makes the task of clearing leaves and debris highly labour-economic.

Powered by an 18hp Vanguard V-Twin Petrol engine, the Ferris FB1000 features a foot-operated dual airflow system, hydrostatic transmission, pneumatic rear tyres and flat free castors.

The foldable operator platform with suspension makes the FB1000 extremely comfortable to use as well, a great feature for operators facing long working sessions.

It’s extreme manoeuvrability makes it easy to work in constricted spaces such as cemeteries, universities and other campus-based establishments.

Click HERE for full details of the Ferris FB1000.

The T H WHITE Groundcare sales team took an opportunity to hold one of its regular meetings at the Global HQ and manufacturing facilities of Ransomes Jacobsen in Ipswich, Suffolk, earlier in May.

The meeting was a ‘game of two halves’ which on day one saw the team review the T H WHITE business, discuss new opportunities and look at the supply challenges that are being faced in the sector.  On the second day the team were joined by senior members of the Ransomes Jacobsen management team including Simon Rainger, Global VP for Turf Care Products and Glen Hampson, Sales Director EMEA, Turf Care Products.

During the meeting, the Ransomes Jacobsen team was able to share information on product updates and some exciting sneak previews on the progress they are making with electrification in the sector – watch this space!

Discussions also took place on the steps the company is taking to deliver greater customer satisfaction with a dedicated team of people who will track and follow up the user experience of the products. There was time to look around the factory to get a close look at what Ransomes Jacobsen has done over the past 24 months since manufacturing of Jacobsen products was transferred from Augusta in the USA to Ipswich. The continued challenges of component supply that is impacting global manufacturing is being managed with intensity to ensure that products continue to roll off the production line as efficiently as possible.

The T H WHITE team concluded its visit to Ransomes Jacobsen with a positive outlook for what the future holds. We can’t wait to get our hands on the new products that we hope to be able to present to our customers soon…

Graham Martin, T H WHITE Groundcare Sales Administrator, tells us what makes his job both challenging and rewarding…

Hello Graham, can you tell us a bit about your role with T H WHITE?
I’ve run the sales administration function for the Groundcare Division since early 2020 – just as the pandemic hit – having worked in sales for T H WHITE since 2009. My job is really varied – from invoicing and stock control to supporting our sales reps, wider colleagues and customers with queries and advice. Some days the phone doesn’t stop ringing and the emails flood in, other days I’ll be focusing on reporting, taking part in ‘Teams’ meetings, or visiting depots. 

What do you enjoy most about your job?
I like the challenge of solving some of the puzzles that come my way – for example when stock needs to be found or when we are working on delivering big contracts for our customers. It’s very satisfying when you can be part of a team that supports customers to achieve their goals, and I love working with my Groundcare colleagues to make that happen.

What are you most proud of in your job?
Since I’ve taken over Groundcare administration I’ve worked hard to streamline processes and make full use of digital methods to modernise the way we work. Stocktaking is a big part of my job and doing this on an iPad – with the ability instantly to see where stock is, move stock and to be able to provide reports to colleagues quickly – is one example of a change I have been able to introduce. Many external systems I use have also been made digital, which is great. Progressively our external suppliers and partners are also adopting digital strategies which will mean we all work more efficiently.

How do you view the Groundcare industry at present?
The Groundcare sector is undergoing substantial changes, as in so many industries at present, partly as a result of Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic. Obtaining machinery can be a challenge and one that is unlikely to be resolved quickly, although T H WHITE’s policy of placing advance orders with suppliers means that we are able to continue supplying many key items of machinery in a timely way. 

What does life outside work involve for you?
Away from work I have a partner and two young children. I’m originally from South Africa, so I’m used to an outdoor way of life, and I love to go for walks, have a Braai (South African for BBQ) and keep active. I also enjoy Formula One, rugby, football and watching movies.

Finally, if you weren’t our Groundcare Administrator, what would you be?
I’ve always loved helicopters, so I’d probably be a helicopter pilot.

Take a look at our product line-up and secure yourself some exciting new innovations – in stock at T H WHITE Groundcare now from mowing specialists, Ferris:

First up is the all-new FB1000 Stand-On Blower. Ferris has expanded its line of stand-on products into the debris management category with the FB1000, which boasts high productivity and zero-turn manoeuvrability in a low-fatigue and compact design. Its nimble 90 cm width makes it easy to navigate through narrow passages and takes less room on a trailer. The patented Dual Deflector Air Flow System™ enables deep cleaning of packed debris, with airflow directed to the left or right side by a convenient foot pedal. The FB1000 makes light work of any clean-up challenge on turf or hard surface – moving grass, leaves and other debris quickly and effectively. It’s the perfect addition to any lawn care or grounds keeping fleet.

The ever popular range of Ferris products continues with the 400S ride-on mower – a compact, durable zero-turn model, packed with features including IS^® independent suspension, a commercial drive system and a triple mower deck. Perfect for the light commercial market, the 400S means you’ll cut quicker, more efficiently and in greater comfort than ever before!

Next, the ISX™800 is another new model which allows you to maximise your overall productivity with a faster mow – without sacrificing either the quality of cut or comfort of ride. Thanks to ForeFront™ Suspension technology, the front casters remain in an upright position throughout the entire range of suspension travel. Powered by a Briggs & Stratton Commercial Turf™ 810cc V-Twin petrol engine and generating 27-gross HP, it also features the Hydro-Gear^®  heavy duty commercial drive system and a 3 year commercial warranty.

Then there’s the IS^®2600, a powerful, Stage 5 Emission Legislation Ready diesel model – and the top of the range IS^®X3300 zero-turn. Both models feature the next-gen ForeFront™ suspension system among a host of features designed to maximize efficiency and operator comfort. These machines are rugged yet refined – truly premium turf groomers.

We also have stock of Ferris’ smallest, self-propelled, walk-behind dual hydrostatic mowers – the FW25 and FW35 models. With a compact 36” or 48” wide rear discharge cutting deck, these machines are perfect for working nimbly in confined spaces and for easy transportation.

And not forgetting the SRSZ1 – a Soft Ride Stand–on (SRS) with adjustable operator platform and suspension for a superior balance. This provides greater stability and manoeuvrability, exceeding all expectations for traction and general handling. 

Talk to your T H WHITE rep today to be sure of securing these great machines, or contact any T H WHITE Groundcare branch.

Iseki’s TLE premium economy range of tractors feature high horse power and simple controls, making them highly versatile as well as being excellent value for money. We have a great range in stock at T H WHITE.

These compact tractors are perfectly suited to a wide range of applications, from general work around smallholdings to sports pitches. They can make a big impact where budget is tight but you don’t want to compromise on quality or horse power. In stock and ready to go we have Iseki 3410 – 4550 Stage V compliant models in 40-55hp range with up to 1200kg lift capacity and a mix of mechanical and hydrostatic transmissions.

Where light weight and small size are important – on games pitches, in cattle sheds and greenhouses for example – the Stage V compliant Iseki TG tractor range offers exceptional lift, 3-speed hydrostatic transmission and 2-speed rear PTO plus many other options.

The multi-talented Iseki TXGS is the ultimate 23hp sub-compact tractor with 2-speed hydrostatic transmission, switchable 4WD, easy access platform and controls and 540 kg lift capacity at the ball ends. Featuring independent mid and rear PTO, plus an auxiliary valve block, the SXGS can be fitted with optional front end loader attachments for a host of tasks.

We also have a great supply of SXG cut and collect mowers, 13.5hp to 21hp, 40-54″ decks and a choice of 600-litre high-tip or 550 and 320 litre low-tip collectors.

Completing our Iseki line-up we have stock of the Stage 5 compliant 22.5hp SF224 out front mowers – renowned for flexibility and manoeuvrability – and the powerful 4-cylinder 49hp SF551 collector mower, complete with automatic hydrostatic 4-wheel drive and cruise control.

If you are looking for an Iseki compact tractor or mower this season, you won’t find a better selection than at T H WHITE – contact one of our Groundcare branches HERE to find exactly the right machine.

The relocation of our Redditch team to our Stourport-on-Severn branch is complete! We are confident this move will ensure we deliver an even higher quality of sales and service support to our Groundcare customers in the region.

Our expanding team has outgrown the premises in Redditch and their new larger freehold home offers many benefits.  The premises have a better-equipped workshop with more advanced facilities including brand new grinding equipment.  There’s a separate machinery storage area providing increased bay capacity in the larger workshop.  The branch also offers a dedicated parts counter with thousands of lines of stock on site.

But the backbone of our operation is provided by our dedicated, knowledgeable, and skilled staff – they are as well-oiled as the equipment, and what they don’t know about Groundcare machinery is not worth knowing!

We are thrilled to say that the whole team has transferred to our new premises to provide the continuity of service levels you currently enjoy.  Our sales representatives, technicians and parts advisors led by Ray Eckersley our Branch Manager will be the same faces you already know and rely on.

The sales representatives – Lee Miles and Harvey Brooke – continue to operate locally. Whether you want to talk about machinery, service, or parts, they are just a phone call away.

The new facility is less than 40 minutes from our previous Redditch branch and is easily accessible by the A448, A449 and M5.  However, we appreciate it’s not always easy for people to travel, so when you need service, we can arrange for our mobile engineers to carry out most tasks at your own site. When more extensive work is required, we will collect and deliver your machines without you having to take them anywhere.

The extra space at Stourport means we can display more items from our huge range of mowers, compact tractors, golf buggies, UTVs, aeration equipment, hedge cutters, scarifiers, chippers and more.  We also have lots of demo kit available which we can bring to your premises.

Service is at the heart of what we do and our Stourport operation is also home to our Agricultural and Construction teams so our multi-skilled workshop with competencies in agriculture, construction and groundcare further enhances our offering to you.

We look forward to welcome new and old customers to the new Groundcare premises at Sandy Lane Industrial Estate, Stourport-on-Severn, Worcs DY13 9QB, telephone 01299 578335.

The Jacobsen Eclipse® 360 ELiTE™ Fully Electric Riding Greens Mower cuts more than grass. Fuel cost, noise and maintenance downtime are all reduced by a mower with advanced precision technology, that gives you Jake’s trusted signature cut.

The latest ELiTE™ Lithium-Ion battery and a hydraulic-free design makes the Eclipse 360 electric reel mower the greenest, quietest and highest quality Jake cut available for your golf course or fine sports turf. A single charge is sufficient to cut 22+ greens, or more than 1.1 hectares.

A lot of our Groundcare customers near our Knockdown branch will know Matthew Buffham, one of our Groundcare technicians. It has been 17 years since Matthew stepped through the doors of T H WHITE Groundcare to eagerly start his Land Based Engineering apprenticeship at Knockdown. His technician role includes regular servicing, preventative maintenance and diagnostic testing for fault-fixing.  Since then, he has worked on plenty of different machines from a whole raft of suppliers including Ransomes, Iseki, Wiedenmann, Ferris, Wessex and more.  One of his favourites being the Jacobsen Eclipse hybrid model because of its advanced ease of fuel to electric switching.

He has seen groundcare machinery adapt massively over the years with technical advancements leading to greater productivity, improvements in operator comfort and ease of use, plus all important environmental solutions creating a greener future for the industry.

Matthew’s job as a technician doesn’t just provide the opportunity of being at the forefront of the latest groundcare technology. It also takes him to some interesting locations, including a visit to Highgrove to assist Knockdown’s neighbour, HRH The Prince of Wales.

Early on, Matthew knew that studying at a college or sixth form wasn’t for him and felt lost with academic subjects at school not being his strong point.  Not one to be defeated, Matthew heard about T H WHITE apprenticeship schemes from a local friend in Tetbury and decided to apply for a position.

“The apprenticeship wasn’t your typical study route.  It allowed us to learn in an incredibly hands-on way, the majority of the time, which suited me perfectly.  I then attended some block release weeks at Evesham College for the theoretical studying side of things. I could work and learn at the same time!”

“If you are like me and enjoy getting stuck into a task, then an apprenticeship at T H WHITE is for you. Learning as you work is definitely the way forward for many.”

If you are like Matt and know that mainstream forms of study aren’t for you, then an apprenticeship with our Groundcare division could most certainly be what you need. Find out more by viewing our dedicated Apprenticeship Online Brochure.

With the growing season about to kick off it’s the right time to think about the machinery in your shed – are you ready for mowing, scarifying and topdressing?

The Ransomes HR380 commercial mower is ideal for cutting grass which is not regularly mown as well as being easy to use and maintain. Driven by a powerful Stage V 37.5hp engine, the deck sizes range from 1.52 to 1.83m and the whole unit is designed for comfortable operation and easy road transport. Flail or Rotary deck options are available including an integrated Muthing flail system or durable bolt-on and flip-up rotary deck. Ergonomic features include fingertip unit control, high spec mechanical suspension seat (air suspension seat available as an option) and a wide range of storage options.

Amazone’s Profihopper mowing and scarifying machines offer a unique collecting and compacting system which makes them ideal where dust-free single-pass collection of grass or the debris from scarifying is important. The out-front cutting deck with an integrated PowerCompactor collecting and conveying system delivers high work rates, even under difficult conditions where the grass is wet or there is a lot of ground debris. Excellent slope capabilities and zero turn manoeuvrability mean that awkward areas are no problem.

For an even more comprehensive solution, combining mowing, scarifying, collecting, chopping and rolling all in one pass, the Amazone Groundkeeper is the solution.
The Groundkeeper’s versatility makes it a reliable helper all year round. In spring, you can use it to scarify and mow grass on sports fields and golf courses without going round twice. In summer, a Groundkeeper will take on the intensive and extensive maintenance of all types of green areas, whereas in the autumn, it will pick up dead leaves, however high they are piled.

As always, you can request a demo of any of these machines at www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch/.  Contact our specialist today!

What is it that golfers notice most about the environment on the golf course? Ten to one it’s going to be the quality of the greens where the majority of shots in a typical round take place. High quality groundcare on the greens is often the factor that makes the difference between a mediocre golf course and an outstanding one, and at T H WHITE we have the tools to help you achieve the perfect finish on your course in 2022.

Jacobsen greens mowers have long been a go-to choice for professionals and in recent years the range-topping Eclipse 360 ELiTE has set new standards. Powered by a lithium-ion battery and using advanced technologies it features a hydraulic-free design (no hydraulic oil) and is the quietest, greenest ride-on reel mower for your turf. It also offers Jacobsen’s highest quality of cut with a great reel selection and a unique swing-out centre cutting unit for ease of service. A single charge will power it through cutting 22 large greens and its 63″ cutting width is matched by a cutting height between 1.6mm and 11.1mm.

Enhancing the ease of operation on ELiTE models are fully programmable controls, including frequency of cut controls and individual reel lift lower controls to reduce triplex ring from the golf green clean-up pass.

All the technological features and cut quality of the Eclipse 360 ELiTE are also available from the Eclipse 360 Hybrid diesel or petrol electric reel mower – essentially the same mower but with a petrol or diesel engine powering a generator which delivers power to the electric drive and reel motors.

Where robust design and ease of maintenance is paramount the Jacobsen GP400 diesel mower is a great alternative, Built to last with bullet proof engineering, this ride-on machine has a swing-out centre reel like the ECLiPSE and also has Jacobsen’s largest selection of blades.

Jacobsen mowers for all worldwide markets are now manufactured at the Ransomes Jacobsen plant in Ipswich which has been in business for 188 years.

For more general work around the course take a look at the Ventrac 4520 compact tractor. As well as being light on the land and nimble over contours it has more than 30 front-mounted attachments which can make it virtually whatever you want it to be – a contour mower, rough brush cutter, flail mower, finish mower, aerator, leaf blower, snow clearer and much more… It could be the most versatile machine you’ve ever seen.

And don’t forget Wiedenmann’s Terra Spike, for aeration up to 40cm deep.

T H WHITE Groundcare has all these items and more to help you get your course looking its best for this season when many golfers will be returning to the links. For a one-to-one look at these machines talk to your T H WHITE rep, or request a demo HERE.

Newbury & Crookham Golf Club have purchased a Ventrac 4500 all-terrain compact tractor and two mowing decks, which course manager Chris Ball says will make the greenkeeping department at the 148-year-old club even more efficient. Purchased from their local T H WHITE Groundcare branch, the package included a Contour mowing deck and a Tough Cut deck, which will enable the greenkeeping team to work smarter and safely when maintaining the woodland margins and steep banks on 6,000-yard course.

“My team have done an exceptional job during the pandemic crisis and it is only right that we should ensure they work in complete safety, not just in these exceptional circumstances, but at all times. These two decks in conjunction with the eight-wheel tractor unit guarantee that when working on tee banks or around the reservoir, they can do so in complete safety. As a small team of just six, it’s important that we work smarter; now we can cut areas mechanically using just one person, where we previously used numerous team members with brushcutters, saving many greenkeeping hours that can now be utilised elsewhere on the course.

“The Tough Cut deck will help us both ecologically and aesthetically, keeping the woodland floor open and encouraging more spring bulbs to flourish. We want to see carpets of bluebells in subsequent years. Also, with the Contour deck we’ll be able to maintain steeper areas on the course making the presentation even more appealing for members and visitors. We’ve only had the equipment since mid-May, but already it has proved its worth; it’s a simple, clever design, does the job and is easy to maintain.”

Chris Ball joined Woking Golf Club as an apprentice in 1994 and knew immediately that this was to be his chosen career. In 1998 he moved on to Guildford Golf Club and four years later joined Walton Heath, working under two renowned industry figures in Clive Osgood and Ian McMillan. In 2002 he joined Bearwood Lakes, where he was appointed head greenkeeper, reporting to the course manager. He has been course manager at Newbury and Crookham since 2014.

Newbury & Crookham is one of the oldest clubs in England, established in 1873. The 18-hole, par 69 golf course measures just under 6000 yards and is set amongst beautiful mature woodland. Situated on the south side of Newbury, between Greenham Common and the racecourse, the current course dates back to 1923, when the Newbury and District Club was founded. Crookham Golf Club was founded in 1873 on Greenham Common, but after it was requisitioned in 1940 by the MOD, the members were given temporary membership by their neighbours, which eventually became permanent and the club adopting its current name.

If you would like to arrange a demo of the Ventrac 4500 for yourself, please contact your local Groundcare branch here. 

On Friday 5th November a graduation lunch was arranged for three Apprentices, across our Agriculture and Groundcare division, who have successfully graduated over the last 12 months. T H WHITE Managing Director- Alex Scott, attended the lunch and congratulated them on their achievements and presented each Apprentice with a bottle of champagne and a T H WHITE certificate.

The two graduates from our Agriculture division were Josh Icke, from Hereford, and Josh Ellison, from Toddington. They both completed their Level 3 in Land Based Service Engineering by combining their time between “on the job” training, at their respective depots, as well as block release at Reaseheath college in Cheshire. Both Josh’s are very well respected within their teams and are looking forward to the new challenges ahead of them as they progress on their career paths within T H White Agriculture.

Secondly from our Groundcare division, congratulations goes to Joe Dickenson based out of our Redditch branch. Ray Eckersley- Manager of Redditch had these kind words to say:

“We were lucky to recruit Joe who had already completed the first year of his apprenticeship with Lewis Loaders. He was about to be made redundant when we were approached and made aware of his situation by Pershore college. After interviewing him we decided their loss was our gain and offered him a position. He very quickly became a valued member of the Redditch team and excels in fabrication.”

At T H WHITE, we run a comprehensive and practical apprenticeship scheme for school leavers aged 16 and over. Opportunities exist within every division of the company and all incorporate a day of block release at college to gain the knowledge element of the qualification, with on-the-job practical experience gained in our workshops or on site. Apprenticeships are a great way to get industry experience and skills, in a hands-on working environment.

More information and how to enquire for our apprenticeship schemes can be found here.

Our Groundcare team would like to give a warm welcome to their newest member- Callum Rea!

Callum joined from his previous role in the T H WHITE Estates sales team, and will be taking the new position of Groundcare Sales Representative covering the Surrey area.

As a keen countryman, Callum started his career in estate agency covering the Newbury and Marlborough areas where he was introduced to many large property landowners and became acquainted with the particular challenges faced in running estates and overall ground management.  Then as a T H WHITE ATV and UTV specialist he grew and developed those client relationships to further deepen his knowledge.  No stranger to ground care equipment, he worked alongside the team he has now joined, often attending demonstrations and supporting quotations.  More recently, he has gained an interest in the world of golf where utilising his grounds expertise will be a great advantage.  The attention to detail and precision of course management is something that Callum is looking forward to getting stuck into.  He is excited by the great line up of leading brands we offer.  His strong foundation in grounds management coupled with his personable style will no doubt ensure he continues to provide an enhanced service for our customers.

Outside of work, Callum enjoys country pursuits with his border terrier, is a track and field athlete and started playing golf last year. Callum will be introducing himself to all existing T H WHITE customers in his area over the coming weeks but in the meantime you can reach him directly on 07917172861 or callum.rea@thwhite.co.uk

Andrew Hannington- Service Manager of T H WHITE Pro-Agri and Groundcare in Stockbridge has been awarded a Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership; the highest status that can be achieved in the management profession, undertaken in conjunction with the Chartered Management Institute and Sparsholt College.

Andrew tells us that after an initial interview process and passing the pre-qualifying criteria, he undertook a 12 month long programme with a mix of distance learning and class room studies. “This was particularly challenging to balance the time between managing 2 busy service departments during peak season and all the trials and tribulations of having a young family. It was only with the support of my colleagues and family that I was able to dedicate the time to be able to complete this challenging qualification.”

“With subjects covering many aspects of management and leadership including; principles of leadership, coaching and mentoring, innovation and continuous improvement it was a fascinating insight to a wide variety of management practices.”

Upon completion Andrew was awarded a Level 5 diploma, plus also having the opportunity to apply to gain Chartered Manager status- which he was successfully awarded. “This has given me professional recognition and is the highest status that can be achieved in the management and leadership profession.” Chartered status recognises managers with exceptional management and leadership skills, plus commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD), demonstrating to employers and peers the value of a professional approach that delivers measurable impact.

All at T H WHITE send their congratulations to Andrew, and look forward to seeing him develop in his management role and inspire his team through their careers at T H WHITE.

One of the most annoying things about the British climate is when rain stops work. Iseki’s SXG+ range of powerful but compact cut and collect mowers are designed to perform equally well in all conditions – even in the wet – allowing you to carry on working whatever the weather.

Among the clever design features is the fact that on all three SXG+ models the rear axle is mounted high under the seat, well out of the way, with a chain drive to each of the rear wheels. This allows the grass to flow straight through from the deck to the collector with no obstructions to avoid unwanted blockages.

High displacement, high torque, low-revving diesel engines are another core feature. Many compact mowers rely on small capacity, high revving engines, inevitably resulting in more noise, discomfort and wear, but that has never been the Iseki way. Even the entry level SXG216+ has a powerful 13.5hp, 688cc, 2 cylinder diesel engine which delivers plenty of torque at low revs, ideal for tackling parks and gardens. The 19hp he SXG323+ and 21hp SXG326+ are both fitted with a large capacity, low revving 1123cc engine which creates very little vibration and wear and tear on the engine itself, also being very fuel efficient and powerful.

To make disposing of grass cuttings easy the SXG323+ and SXG326+ have an hydraulically operated high or low tip collection system which can lift up to a height of 1.97m. Built to be perfectly balanced, even when the collector is full and tipping from maximum height, there are no additional weights required. The SXG216+ comes with a low tip collector operated by an electric, fingertip control, so you don’t have to empty the collector manually by tipping it up.

With the SXG+ mowers there’s a choice of 40″ to 54″ centre discharge decks, 600 litre high tip or 550 and 320 litre low tip collectors, and a mulching deck is also available with a flip-up floor kit to cut and drop.

We think you will be amazed at the quality of cut consistently produced by these compact mowers, even in the most demanding situations.

Many commercial users opt for out-front mowers and the Iseki SF2 range offers either the fuel efficient Stage V 22.5hp in the SF224, or the high-performing Stage V 35hp engine in the SF237. The 60″ rotary deck has a quick height adjustment system.

Users can opt for a high-tip collection system up to 2.25m high with a cuttings capacity of 950 litres or, on the SF224, a cut-and-drop system with a tool carrying deck on the back of the machine in place of the collector – perfect for cutting and maintaining large areas of grass and parkland where collection is not required.

T H WHITE Groundcare has a large selection of Iseki mowers in stock, ready to go. You can request more information or a demo by visiting thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch.

As we go into winter it’s the ideal time to address the maintenance of woodlands and hedgerows.

T H WHITE Groundcare is a dealer for Jensen, the original maker of premium woodchippers, and one of the most popular Jensen machines is the road-towable, 6″ capacity A530.

Fitted with either a diesel or petrol 35hp Briggs and Stratton Vanguard engine, the A530 is tailor-made for the professional arborist, offering exceptional safety with electronic safety sensors fitted as standard, enabling users to turn the feed rollers off and on with a quick tap of a hand.

Due to its sub 750kg tow weight it can be towed with a standard Class B licence, but for users who want something lighter still the A530L option weighs in at just 730kg.

Both models feature a galvanised chassis, hydraulic infeed rollers and adjustable trap and 270 degree rotation chute, a control box to record hours and servicing intervals and a fitted toolbox containing a comprehensive tool kit.

The Jensen A530 is also available with a 270 degree turntable for greater loading and discharge flexibility – believed to be the only 6″ woodchipper in the world with this functionality.

Getting hedgerows into good shape before the new growing season can save a lot of work later on and one of the most versatile implements for the task are McConnel’s lightweight 30-Series power arms. Compact and highly manoeuvrable, these power arms deliver are equipped with the latest parallel arm geometry, bringing the benefits of McConnel’s advanced hedge and verge-cutting technology to customers with compact and low horsepower tractors. The PA3430 – in stock now at T H WHITE – is compatible with machines of just 35hp while still achieving precision and a neat fine cut.

The popular Jensen chippers and McConnel power arms are available immediately, ex-stock and no wait time, from T H WHITE Groundcare. If you would like to try one either contact your rep or use the form at thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch.

T H WHITE Groundcare representative Harvey Brooke is the first to admit that he’s obsessed by grass. “It began when I was no more than 8 years old, when I started cutting the grass at home for my dad. I just loved doing it!”

His passion for perfect greensward continues to this day – both at home where he admits to mowing his lawn at least three times a week in the growing season, and through his job with T H WHITE – with 11 years before that which he spent working at Redditch Golf Club where he eventually became Deputy Course Manager.

“It’s strange really, coming to Groundcare sales from the perspective of having been a customer. When I was at Redditch Golf Club Simon Bingham used to come in as our local T H WHITE rep and I always remember how his enthusiasm was both infectious and helpful. If we had any problems on the course he would always try to come up with the best solution. I never thought that one day I might be doing that job.

“It was in April 2018 that I saw the sales post advertised at T H WHITE’s Redditch branch. I applied and, to my astonishment, I was offered the job. When you start a new job you never really know how good you are going to be, but the customers I went to see were really welcoming. Of course, it helped having been on the ‘inside’ maintaining a golf course – many customers already knew me from those days and they rapidly gave me their confidence in knowing that I wouldn’t try to sell them something that wasn’t going to be suitable.”

Today Harvey’s ‘patch’ covers virtually everything west of the M5 to the Welsh border, from Ross-on-Wye in the south to Wolverhampton in the north, including much of the Birmingham-Wolverhampton conurbation.

“Having been a member of BIGGA – the British and International Golf and Greenkeepers Association – I felt comfortable in the golf world, but it was a different story going to see customers in the municipal sector where the approach is very different. Rather than thinking about equipment that would help them achieve perfect grass around a tee, the council teams have a tough job to do on a tightly controlled budget, so they quite often know exactly what they want, but we are always ready to give impartial guidance if they are unsure. I always remember going in to see the teams at Dudley and Sandwell the first time – it was a different world from golf, but you soon get to know the operators and build a relationship of trust.

“I am proud to have been able to solve a problem for Birmingham City Council too. The team there needed a trailer with a lift arm grab. Rather than going to the expense of a bespoke BIGAB trailer, I managed to source exactly what they needed as a stock item from Eastern Europe. I can also lay claim to having sold not one, but FOUR Ransomes HM600 mowers – one of the toughest, most sophisticated and expensive machines that we offer – so I suppose I can say I’m doing all right!

“I find it hugely rewarding to apply the knowledge I have gained over my years in the groundcare business to deliver a positive outcome for a customer – often one that they may not have thought of. It’s also gratifying to be able to contribute to the pool of expertise that sits within T H WHITE’s Groundcare division, helping the team always to deliver great customer service.

“No two days are the same – I might be out delivering, demonstrating, or just talking to customers about the things they want to achieve and how we can help them with that. It’s certainly busy, but it’s a terrific job – I love it and I wouldn’t want to do anything else.”

Considering all that, it’s surprising indeed that Harvey has time for anything else, but his enthusiasm for perfect grass spills over into his leisure time in which he has made quite a few turf-related videos. Search YouTube for ‘How to get the perfect lawn’. What a character!

If you have a question relating to grass you can contact Harvey on 07483 038769, or email him harvey.brooke@thwhite.co.uk.

When it comes to compact tractors, Iseki makes some of the most accomplished machines in the field.

Baby of the Iseki compact tractor line-up is the TM range, but these little machines still punch well above their weight. Ideally suited to gardens, schools and small sports turf areas like tennis courts, the most compact of all – the TM3185 – has a 16hp engine, 4WD, power steering, optional loader, plus rear PTO. 

A step up to the 25hp TM3267 or TM3217 maintains the light footprint for minimal turf damage, but the high lift capacity allows the use of numerous rear mounted and PTO driven equipment. The standard mid – PTO can run a mid mount mower deck. A front hitch and PTO may be specified for use with a snow plough, sweeping brush or front mounted mower.

Iseki’s TLE economy range of tractors feature 40hp to 55 hp engines with up to 1200 kg lift capacity at the ball ends and 1100 kg lift capacity at 24″ behind, making them excellent value for money. TLE tractors can be used on a wide range of applications, from smallholders to sport pitches where budget is tight but you don’t want to compromise on quality and horse power.

The Iseki TH is a mid range tractor ideal for large sports pitches, where lightweight machinery is required, but high horse power and exceptional lift capacity for its size cannot be compromised.  The compact dimensions also make it perfect for cattlesheds and greenhouses. The specification includes 40hp 35 35hp Stage V 3-cylinder turbo-diesel engines, 3-speed hydrostatic transmission, 1200 kg lift capacity at the ball end and 2 speed rear PTO.

The ultimate compact multipurpose tractor is the Iseki TXGS24 – perfect for a huge range of jobs in many different applications, from homeowner or landscaper, to equestrian or sports turf maintenance. A powerful 23hp engine with a lift capacity of 540kg allows this reliable workhorse to be extremely versatile. Whether working with the loader, mowing the grass, or operating a huge range of implements, the uses for the TXGS24 compact tractor are limitless.

Ideal for high specification aeration and turf maintenance on sports pitches, the TG is the most advanced tractor in the ISEKI range with 40-67hp engines. Featuring many accessories and options of the higher specification agricultural tractors, the TG can also be used in farming for easy access to cowsheds and farms where space is limited.

T H WHITE Groundcare has a large selection of Iseki compact tractors in stock, ready to go. You can request more information or a demo by visiting thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch.

Ransomes built their first mower in 1832, the same year that T H WHITE was established, and today’s Ransomes mowers are the product of almost 190 years of grass cutting experience. We now have all the models below in stock and ready for you to try.

HR380
The HR380 features a clean running, powerful and reliable EU Stage V Kubota engine gets work done with less impact on the environment. Low maintenance features, with fewer moving parts and significantly fewer lubrication points ensure ease of use and reduced downtime. Easier-to-change cutting units, reliable hydraulics and simple on-board diagnostics bring efficiency to your outfront frontline operation.

MT383
The MT383 cylinder mower comes armed with Ransomes industry-proven Magna Cutting Cylinders. Powered by a Stage V 37.5hp engine, it also features precision fingertip lift & lower unit controls, a temperature-controlled reversible cooling fan for all-day productivity and an easy-access engine service bay. Electronic unit locks make safe transport easy too, while optional LED/halogen road lights and mirrors are available for increased visibility.

MP653
Highly manoeuvrable, easy to transport and offering the best power to weight ratio in its class, the Ransomes MP653 is powered by a 65hp turbo charged Kubota common rail diesel engine. Clean running and fully compliant with Stage IIIB (Tier 4F), this intelligent, high performing engine is fully linked to the electronic over hydraulic transmission system. Allowing operators and supervisors advanced support and control to make the most of the power and deliver consistently high results in all conditions.

HM600
The HM600 has been built in collaboration with Müthing to deliver a robust, reliable mower with the ability to tackle the toughest jobs, and the finesse to manoeuvre tight spaces while providing a quality after-cut appearance. From a clean, fine, rolled finish across sports pitches to routine cuts, the HM600 leaves an even spread of mulched clippings. It also tackles the irregular cuts, bringing the lesser maintained areas back under control.

Contact your T H WHITE Groundcare rep today, or go to thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch.

Cheltenham Racecourse is one of the foremost horse racing venues in the UK. Operated by the Jockey Club, the course is home to the Cheltenham Festival and the famous Gold Cup.

The task of maintaining more than 350 acres of grass on the course – which has to be perfectly presented for racegoers as well as creating the best possible conditions for racing – falls to Head of Groundstaff Ben Hastie and his team. As you would expect, the right choice of mower is important for the work they do.

“The mowers we had been using covered the ground quite quickly but the quality of cut just wasn’t what we were looking for,” says Ben. “When the time came to replace them we decided to see if we could do better. At the top of our list of requirements was obviously quality of cut, speed and productivity, but reliability is incredibly important too. 

“If one of our mowers breaks down for any reason we need to get it back in action within hours. That means having a competent dealer on hand and – most importantly – ready availability of all replacement parts in the UK.”

Callum Bourke at the controls of the Ransomes MP653XC wide area mower, Cheltenham Racecourse.

Ben’s search took him to T H WHITE’s Knockdown branch where Groundcare specialist Mike Harris was able to demonstrate the Ransomes MP653XC wide area mower. “We really struck gold,” said Ben. “Not only did the MP653XC deliver exactly the type of cut we were looking for, but it covered the ground at an excellent speed with a 4.25m cutting width which is ideal for our large grass areas. As the side decks fold upwards its easy to move the mower around the whole racecourse complex too, through the many restricted width crossings in the course rails.”

With the side mowing decks lifted, the Ransomes MP653XC is easy to manoeuvre around the racecourse.

Ben took delivery of the first MP653XC in June 2019, and a second one replacing the last of the old machines in January 2021, both fitted with all-weather cabs which allow the grounds staff to continue working in comfort, whatever the conditions. Ben’s requirement for readily available parts is no problem either as the Ransomes UK base is in Ipswich and the T H WHITE Groundcare team are always on hand when needed. 

“Buying the Ransomes mowers was a great decision,” adds Ben, “and T H WHITE have really looked after us. For anyone thinking of purchasing a wide area mower I can thoroughly recommend the Ransomes MP653XC and also the service at T H WHITE Groundcare.”

If you would like to request a demonstration of any Ransomes mower, just complete the form at thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch.

A WARM WELCOME TO MATT TOWNSEND who joins us as our new Groundcare Sales Representative working from our Stockbridge depot covering a sales territory of Berkshire and Southern Oxfordshire.

Matt brings more than 20 years of industry experience to his position, having spent 13 in the golf sector as a greenkeeper for Burford Golf Club and more recently as a groundsman at Lockinge Estate, in Oxfordshire.  His insight in maintaining grounds and operating machinery means he knows just what a user needs from their equipment making him prime-placed to understand the buying triggers and sought after features to make those all-important customer recommendations for use.  As an extensive user himself, he also appreciates the value of after-care and the importance of the parts and service we at T H WHITE provide.

Matt has extensive knowledge of many brands in our portfolio including Ransomes, Jacobsen, Amazone, Hardi and Wiedenmann and is as comfortable with arboriculture equipment as he is with mowers and grounds-maintenance machinery.  He also has licenses in spraying, tree felling, and telehandling making him a real all-rounder on the team.  Passionate about the sector Matt relishes this new challenge commenting ‘I can’t wait to build new relationships with customers and help them get the best from their machinery within grounds, parks, estates and golf courses.  It’s great to be joining such an experienced team who place the customer’s needs at the heart of every sale’.

In his spare time, Matt takes the lead on landscaping and gardening projects for friends and family and enjoys playing both football and golf.  Matt will be contacting all existing T H WHITE customers in his new area over the coming weeks but in the meantime you can reach him directly on 07733 306992 or matt.townsend@thwhite.co.uk

The big draw for people visiting the Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens near Burford is, of course, the fantastic range of exotic species to be seen in a beautiful setting. But when visitors start to comment on how good the car park looks, the groundcare team know they must be doing something above and beyond the norm!

It started at the beginning of the year when head groundsman Liam Grey took delivery of a Wessex Proline CRM-500 tri-deck mower from Mike Harris at T H WHITE Groundcare. “Our previous trailed mower was showing its age,” says Liam. “We had been using it for more than 12 years, mainly for keeping the grass tidy in the car park area which covers about 25 of the Park’s 160 acres, but it was SO slow. The job was taking about four and a half hours and we had situations where we were still mowing when cars were trying to come in. There had to be something better…

“Mike suggested trying the Wessex CRX-500 and I was simply amazed. The triple mowing decks cover a 5m width – wider than our our old mower – and it was fast too. The aspect that really appealed to me is that each mowing deck can be set up with four castoring wheels which make it easy to set a precise cutting height which was ideal for the short cut we wanted in the car park, so we ordered one!

“After the first few uses we were getting a cut and finish that was absolutely beautiful. Not only that, but we could get the job done in around two hours – less than half the time we had needed before – and that when we started receiving very positive remarks from the visitors. The CRX-500 is truly versatile too; it’s very easy and user-friendly to adjust the castoring wheels using the collar system – I can raise the cut by 4-5 inches to go from car park cutting to paddock topping within a few minutes.

“With a wide mower like this you might think you would need a powerful tractor to drive it, but it works very well with our 50hp tractor. I can honestly say it has transformed the way we work.”

If you would like to talk about the Wessex CRX-500 you can call Mike Harris on 07831 448337, or just contact any T H WHITE Groundcare branch.

As leaves begin to fall the task of keeping them under control is ever-present. Leaf blowers certainly make the task much easier and quicker, but sadly too many are noisy, cumbersome and tiring to use, as well as being far from energy efficient.

Not so the Pellenc Airion 3. Making less noise than an average hair dryer, the battery-powered Airion weighs only 2.55kg, yet has an unmatched thrust of 17.5 Newtons. Its body-worn lithium-ion battery pack will deliver a full day’s work and the Airion will remain perfectly balanced in operation, regardless of which of the four power settings you select, or whether you are using it in your right to left hand.

The Pellenc Airion 3 comes with a lifetime guarantee thanks to the tough magnesium alloy body and an IP54 (ingress protection) rating which shields against dust and rain. It’s a great way to make light work of keeping grounds tidy, especially as it’s inoffensive to use in sensitive areas such as built-up zones, parks and gardens.

Pellenc batteries have been designed for use with any of the brand’s power tools so if, for example, you have a battery pack for an Airion blower, you could also use it with a Pellenc Helion 2 Compact hedge trimmer – and there are many sound reasons for making that choice. Like the Airion 3, the Helion 2 Compact is quiet to use and ergonomically-designed for comfort in work. The head is flexible from +90º to -45º making it easy to trim in all positions and there are four types of interchangeable cutter which can be changed in less than a minute. If the blade gets caught in vegetation a unique anti-lock system will reverse the direction of motor rotation, preventing damage.

If you are looking for a true all-rounder that can be used for mowing but also scarifying, mulching or collecting dead leaves and other debris, the Amazone Profihopper 1250 could be the perfect answer. This compact, zero-turn,self-propelled cut-and-collect mower has a 1.25m cutting deck and a hopper with capacity for 1,000 litres of cuttings. Leaf collection is highly effective, even in wet conditions, and the unit’s powerful suction will pick up all types of debris including chestnuts and acorns, all of which are chopped by the mower’s rotating blades to speed decomposition.For even greater capacity when mowing and collecting, the Iseki SF450 has a 1,300 litre container. This is the most powerful outfront mower in the Iseki range, working at high speed as well as reducing the frequency of dumping.

If you don’t need quite that much capacity, the Iseki SXG Range is a great all-round cut and collect mower with capacities of 600, 550 or 320 litres. All Iseki mowers will keep you working in wet or dry conditions and are supremely economical.

Autumn cutting, pruning and estate management produces a great deal of timber boughs and branches that require environmentally-friendly disposal – a task that calls for the original and best woodchipper – Jensen – designed and built in Germany since 1884. Jensen’s petrol or diesel-powered chippers are some of the most popular in the industry. Fixed and turntable road-towable models have capacities from 6in to 12in, and there are tracked models too for working in difficult areas such as railways, highway embankments and hillsides.

These are just a few of the tools that can make your life easier dealing with grounds maintenance tasks through autumn and into winter, but T H WHITE Groundcare can assist you with a vast choice of machinery. To try any of the items we have shown you here, or just to find out more, contact your T H WHITE rep or any of our Groundcare branches.

• The ST200 Flex-Verticutter scarifies to 25 mm using carbide tipped blades with tool free adjustment.  The blades counter rotate against the direction of travel so material is lifted tidily out the way rather than dragged into the slits.
• To relieve compaction down to 60 mm in stressed turf, the ST210 Vibe-Spike Aerator allows for expert following of undulations or making curves as required. Unlike conventional spike aerators, the spike tools vibrate to crack the soil, punching holes to let air and nutrients through.
• The ST170 FlexFraise-Mower targets problem areas by stripping off the top layer of turf to a maximum depth of 20 mm, leaving a perfectly flat and smooth surface ready to overseed. It is also ideal for removing bumps and undulations on goal mouths, tee boxes and gardens.
• Finally, the ST418 VibeDisc-Seeder head uses unique technology to plant the seed right where it should be and protect it against all kinds of outside influences.  This is a slit seeder which can dose seed from 0 to -15 mm at as low as 2g/m² to 15g/m². The seed box contains up to 6 kg of seed with disc seeder slit spacings at 42 mm. Coming soon is a new dimple seeder head which will create a pattern of dimples where the seeds will be placed.

Call any T H WHITE Groundcare branch to make your booking!

Book your service now to be completed and invoiced by December 31 2021 to qualify for your 10% discount on parts and labour*.  Our manufacturer-trained service technicians can service, repair and carry out any additional preventative maintenance needed to get your machine back to you in top condition ready for the new season, giving you complete peace of mind.  Together we can arrange for your service to be booked in at a time convenient both for you and for our busy technicians over the coming months. You can request your service online at: www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch, or by calling your nearest branch:

Knockdown: 01454 238181

Redditch: 01527 597770

Stockbridge: 01264 811260

*Terms and Conditions apply. Parts discount available on stocked parts only. All prices exclude VAT.

Wiedenmann’s new lightweight aerator – the Terra Spike SL6 – has suddenly made the maintenance of hard-to-access areas like tees and greens a whole lot easier. Weighing in at just 470kg within width of 1.4m, it can be used in places that may have been off limits before, especially as it only requires an 18hp tractor.

The tines on the Terra Spike SL6 go down to 210 mm, more than twice the depth of some shallow aerators, making a significant difference for those seeking that extra reach. Wiedenmann’s QuickSet feature enables tool-free adjustment of both tine depth and heave, with settings visible on a large scale, while the QuickChange facility allows tine heads to be exchanged with only one screw.

The Wiedenmann Terra Spike SL6 could be the machine that makes caring for your greens and tees a whole lot easier. To arrange a demo just call your T H WHITE Groundcare rep.

Grab a great deal on batteries for your EZGO or Cushman buggies and ATVs this month with offers on Trojan batteries from T H WHITE Groundcare.

Ordered to your requirements, the batteries are available for collection from your local T H WHITE Groundcare branch within 28 days.

👉 T105 – save 28% – now just £136

👉 T125 – save 23% – now just £162

👉 T145 – save 29% – now just £172

👉 T875 – save 38% – now just £136

👉 T1275+ – save 35% – now just £195

👉 T890 – save 35% – now just £160

All prices subject to VAT.

Contact your local T H WHITE Groundcare depot to place your order today – offer valid until 30th June 2021.

• Call Redditch: 01527 597770
• Call Knockdown: 01454 238181
• Call Stockbridge: 01264 811260

T H WHITE has made a significant investment in a larger, modern facility for our Groundcare division at the Stockbridge dealership. We have transferred our business from premises we had outgrown near Reading to the new facility and the expanded premises will enable us to deliver an even higher quality of sales and service support to our Groundcare division customers in the southern counties.

That development includes a brand new workshop fitted out with all the latest equipment – PLUS a state-of-the-art parts facility. The premises are outstanding, but the backbone of our operation is provided by the dedicated and skilled staff – sales representatives, technicians and parts advisors. They are as well-oiled as the equipment, and what they don’t know about groundcare machinery isn’t worth knowing!

Easily accessed from the M3 and A34, our Stockbridge branch now has much more space, enabling us to display many items from our huge range of mowers, compact tractors, golf cars, UTVs, aeration equipment, hedge cutters, scarifiers, chippers and more… We also have lots of demo kit available which we can bring to your premises. Our machinery comes from leading and trusted industry suppliers including Ransomes Jacobsen, Iseki, New Holland, Wiedenmann, Amazone, Hardi, Wessex, McConnel, Ferris, E-Z-GO, Jensen, Honda and Kawasaki. Service is at the heart of what we do and the Stockbridge workshop benefits from a larger service team led by Senior Service Manager Andrew Hannington and working foreman Mike Sims. With competencies in both agricultural and groundcare machinery, there is nothing too challenging for our workshop.

We support our main franchises with the latest machinery software and testing equipment, but beyond that we will service machinery of literally any make, any model and any age. To bring real peace of mind to groundcare equipment users, all work is carried out by fully equipped, mobile, factory-trained service engineers. Our seasonal servicing programme includes filters, oils, batteries, belts, and tyres, plus regular health checks.

On the parts front we have installed the latest Kardex parts system which enables the storage of literally thousands of genuine parts, any of which can be picked and retrieved almost instantly. This means that if you place an order AM, we post PM for next day delivery. Our major investment in the new Groundcare division facility at Stockbridge has been designed to deliver an excellent customer experience that will save you time and money.

We would love to welcome you. We are at Windyridge, Sailisbury Road, Houghton Down, Stockbridge SO20 6JR.

Wiedenmann’s Terra Spike brand offers no fewer than 11 machines so there is quite literally an aerator to suit everyone. But who buys what?

According to Weidenmann’s  UK Sales Manager, Chas Ayres, the starting point generally depends on the answer to two questions; a) what do you want to achieve? and b) what size is the tractor?  The filtering process then moves to factors like required depth, speed, size of site, versatility and budget concluding normally with a match of one or two aerators that often can be demonstrated in situ.

“Mostly purchasers have already identified they have issues with compaction or thatch, or indeed, a combination of both. Solid tining is the traditional route to resolve compaction. Usually clients volunteer where their specific problems lie, typically somewhere in the range of 100 mm to 300 mm below the surface,” he said.

“Machines range from a competent 220 mm to 400 mm, so most machines remain in the frame. If thatch is severe then perhaps the aerator’s focus will be hollow coring. Depth here wouldn’t be as big as a concern as thatch normally occurs in the top 50 mm of the soil layer, but a faster machine could be favoured as it produces optimal hollow coring results.”

Knowing which tractor will be used is essential – the larger the aerator the more hp is required. Tractors from approximately 25hp to 60hp can all accommodate one or more aerator. Importantly, the aerator’s working width should be slightly wider than the tractor wheel span preventing issues with tyres tracking over newly tined ground. Wiedenmann’s fleet goes from working widths of 1.35m right the way up to 2.1m so contractors or those with considerable territory to cover, such as estate managers, might start by looking at the widest machines first.

The name badges attached to the Terra Spike fleet give a clue to each area of machine speciality – the extra fast XF, the extra deep XD, the extra penetrative XP while the ‘G’ prefix on the GXi relates to its suitability to greens and fine turf areas.

All Terra Spike aerators have easy-to-operate controls for depth and heave settings that are tool free. Changing tines takes less than 15 minutes. By using a variety of tines in combination, soil decompaction and soil exchange can be done cost effectively using only one machine.

An excellent anti-vibration system significantly reduces any vibration through the tractor to the operator. Another advantage delivered by Wiedenmann machines is the consistently regular hole pattern and clean finish. Wiedenmann machines prove daily that aeration can be done quickly and effortlessly without leaving tell tale signs.

Versatility is the key with all the Terra Spikes, the XF, the XD and the XP can access all areas, so can be seen widely on golf courses, municipal sites and club pitches, and are capable of serious decompaction and promoting gaseous exchange far below the surface.

“Once someone has expressed interest in seeing a Terra Spike, generally the T H WHITE team and I will arrange things so that I can attend too,” continued Chas. “On arrival we hitch the Terra Spike to an existing tractor so that it’s a totally genuine in-situ experience for the customer and they see how their tractor and aerator perform together. We take the machine maybe through a tight gate or somewhere with undulations if that’s a priority, or sometimes with two machines, it all depends. We conduct all the H&S training for the demo and ensure everything is safe. Then, if the customer purchases the machine, we come back again and do a very specific H&S briefing and handover involving all members of the team that will be operating the machine.”

To find out more contact your T H WHITE Groundcare representative today.

Launched this month from Jacobsen, the new Eclipse 360 ELiTE mower features lithium-ion batteries that the company says can cut 50+ large greens on a single charge. Almost silent in operation, it produces zero air pollution.

There is also a diesel/petrol hybrid model which offers reduced fuel consumption.

The patented ‘Frequency of Clip Control’ ensures a consistent cut by linking the reel speed to the forward speed. By having the reels turning in time with the wheels, users are able to keep a consistent speed of cut plus the option to increase it without reducing the mowing speed if preferred. This control is taken further with individual unit control that can adapt the cutting configuration to vary wheel runs and truly eliminate the annoying triplex ring that can result from over-mowing.

Attention has also been paid to access and maintenance. The unique swing-out centre cutting unit has been retained for quick and easy cleaning, maintenance, or swapping the unit. No tools are required to swing the unit out – simply remove the lynchpin and then replace it to hold the unit in the swung-out position.

The changes are the result of a  comprehensive durability review that has also involved the addition of new brushless lift actuators with ten times the lifespan of the previous option.

Seven, nine, eleven, or fifteen blade reels are available for the E360 ELiTE to allow for varied applications of the machine, from golf greens and tees to sports fields and ornamental gardens.

Arrange a free on-site demonstration with T H WHITE Groundcare this spring – contact us on www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch to be the first to try this new ELiTE solution for yourself.

Prepare for the first cut of the season…

Buy your replacement mower blades, flails or tines now. Available from all T H WHITE Groundcare depots – speak to your local T H WHITE branch today.

The Boomer range is New Holland’s compact tractor with hundreds of applications. We answer some of the most commonly asked questions about these versatile machines…

Q  What are the typical uses of New Holland’s Boomer tractor series?
These models have been developed for agricultural and municipality use encompassing farms, golf courses, parks, vineyards, large estates, and orchards.

Q  How would you characterise a Boomer?
Compact, manoeuvrable and versatile.

Q  What are the 3 classes?

• Boomer 25 – Three-cylinder 23hp and 27hp engines with dual-range hydrostatic transmission (also offered a small but mighty 4WD Boomer 25 Compact)
• Boomer 30 and 35 – Four-cylinder 28hp to 38hp engines, with three-range hydrostatic (or 12×12) syncromesh transmission
• Boomer 40 and 50 –  Four-cylinder 41hp and 47hp engines, with three-range hydrostatic (or 16×16) syncromesh transmission and a creeper option

Q  What are some of the key features you will find on a boomer?

• Operating ease from a large uncluttered operating platform
• Synchronized shuttle shift (SSS) for Boomer 30 and above, alleviating the need to come to a complete stop before shuttling between forward and reverse
• Mid-mount hydraulics and PTO
• Easy implement change making Boomers ready for any job with category I three-point hitch and one or two rear hydraulic remotes depending on the model
• Independent, electro-hydraulic 540-rpm rear PTO on the 25, 30 and 35 models and electro-hydraulic three-speed (540 / 750 / 1000rpm) rear PTO on the 40 and 50 models
• Electro-hydraulic independent mid-PTO to power mid and front-mount implements is standard on all hydrostatic versions
• Ground drive PTO option available on Boomer 40 and 50 models with 16×16 transmission

Q How does the cab experience compete?
The new factory-installed Boomer Suite™ cab is brimming with standard features, and clean modern, ergonomic styling. The list of standard equipment includes air conditioning, opening rear side windows, radio ready, tilted steering column, high comfort seat, and excellent rear visibility and operator comfort.  Dual rear work lamps and wash wipe also come as standard.

Q  Why are Boomers ideally suited to fruit production horticulture?
The power and size suit both wide-area and restricted access food production systems.  New Holland Boomers have a high standard specification, excellent comfort and low operating costs. From glasshouse to field and from orchard to vegetable production, the efficient mechanical transmission Boomer 30, 35, 40 and 50 have the performance needed for such applications at a very affordable price.

Q What are the lift capacities?

• The Boomer 25 offers a class-leading 650kg lift capacity
• The Boomer 30 and 35 have a big 820kg lift capacity
• The Boomer 40 and 50 offer a massive 1,250kg lift capacity

Q What benefits would groundsmen find in opting for a Boomer?
Boomer tractors are all offered with hydrostatic transmissions making these tractors the ideal choice for mowing, transport and other duties to include sweeping, snow clearance and general maintenance. When it comes to hydraulic flow, only New Holland list full capacity and do not include power steering providing the right specification for the job without costly options.

Q How does the Boomer range cope with continuous operation demands?
New Holland Boomers are designed for just that circumstance meeting the demands of professional users working in equestrian, estate management, farming or professional grounds care.  Affordable pricing ensures these qualities can be delivered to those needing a rugged and easy to operate tractor that may see less intensive operation but still needs to work around the clock to keep businesses running. The benefit? Reliable, and dependable performance over an extended working life. Boomer tractors have a choice of hydrostatic or more traditional mechanical transmissions with high levels of operator safety and comfort and T H WHITE service workshops are ready and waiting to support your Boomer with regular servicing and maintenance as required.

Get the big story on New Holland’s baby Boomers from your T H WHITE rep.

All items offered are subject to remaining unsold.  Prices shown do not include VAT. Some images may be library photographs and spec may differ slightly. Accessories may not be included.

Contact us on 07876 396635 to discuss any of these machines and arrange your purchase.

Jacobsen Turfcat, NEW Ex-display 

Outfront rotary mower, 60” Rear Discharge Deck. 

REF: 71105153.  £14,250

Jacobsen Greens Mower, NEW Ex-display

Choice of cutting decks, powered rear roller brush, grass catcher kit.

REF: 71114848.  £19,995

2019 Iseki TXG237

STOCK OFFER – 25hp diesel, 540kg hydraulic lift, loaders, rear discharge and mulch.

REF: 71118382.  £8,600

2017 Iseki TG6675 Compact Tractor 

Ex- Hire, 66hp, air conditioning, 6x front weights,  F12XR12 Powershuttle transmission.

REF: 91108149.  £18,500

2019 Iseki TLE3400

New – shop soiled, 38hp diesel, 1000kg 3 point linkage, 2/4 wheel Hydrostatic drive, Power steering.

REF: 71118373.  £12,430

Ferris IS600Z

Zero turn, 44″ rear discharge, 25hp Briggs & Stratton petrol, Independent suspension, new turf tyres.

REF: H1000298.  £3,250

Ferris FW35 Walk-Behind Ex-Demonstrator

48″ Rear discharge, Briggs&Stratton Vanguard Engine.

REF: H1001046.  £3,750

2017 Smithco Tournament Ultra Greens Roller

Ex-hire, 16hp petrol engine, dual drive rollers, transport trailer, 260 hours.

REF: 71110031.  £9,200

2015 Wright Stander Mower

Large Frame,  48” cutting deck, Kawasaki engine, very good condition, recently serviced.

REF: H1002019. £3,500

Spider ILD02 Slope Mower, Ex-display

Mows up to 55 degrees, 70mm-120mm height of cut range, winch.

REF: H1106222.  £26,500

The latest professional mower from Ransomes, the HR380, is ideal for cutting grass which is not regularly mowed as well as being easy to use and maintain.

Using a powerful and clean EU Stage V 37.5hp engine, the deck sizes range from 1.52 to 1.83m and the whole unit is designed for comfortable operation and easy road transport. Flail or Rotary deck options are available including an integrated Muthing flail system or durable bolt-on and flip-up rotary deck. Ergonomic features include fingertip unit control, high spec mechanical suspension seat (air suspension seat available as an option) and wide range of storage options. Contact your groundcare branch to request a free, on site demonstration.

In these uncertain times it’s particularly pleasing to see a West of England football club making a serious investment in the future of the national game. T H WHITE too is proud to be playing a part in the initiative. 

In 2017 the owners of Bristol Rovers FC purchased a 28-acre site at Almondsbury with the intention of creating a new training centre for the club. The need to go ahead and build the new training ground became more pressing this year as the Rovers players had to vacate their previous training facility when the lease expired. 

The objective was to create two fibre sand pitches and a practice area alongside a building containing changing rooms, a gym and a physio room, with a new club house to follow later. 

Contractors moved in at the end of June and were faced with a mammoth task. The existing terrain was uneven and rocky, with large rocks buried deep in the subsoil, some of which were too big to move without risking the stability of the surface. That meant the height of the pitches had to be raised more than originally anticipated.

Once the basic earthworks had been completed, drainage work and piping for sprinkler systems was incorporated prior to the delicate task of creating perfectly level, high quality pitches. Layers of gravel and sand were then spread across the ground, precision levelling being achieved using a laser and spirit level combination which communicated directly with the drivers spreading the gravel. Fine sand and topsoil followed, with final levelling being carried out by hand.

Responsibility for the finished pitches was then passed to the Bristol Rovers groundstaff, led by Head Groundsman Daryle Sullivan and his assistant Martyn Rendell.

“The seeding was carried out in mid-August,” said Daryle, “so we spent almost every day on site nurturing and watering the newly-sown grass, and eventually starting carefully-controlled mowing. At the beginning that was all done with walk-behind pedestrian mowers, but we needed to start thinking about the on-going pitch maintenance.”

Enter Stuart Fry of T H WHITE. “When I saw the quality of what had been achieved with the new pitches I knew some quality kit would be needed to keep it that way. After speaking to Daryle the club ordered a Jacobsen TR 320 triple mower, an Iseki TG6495 IQ compact tractor, Wiedenmann GXi8 Terra Spike for maintaining good drainage, and a Terra Rake 230. For high quality finish-mowing four Honda HRD 536 QX professional walk-behind mowers were added to the order, as well as a Kawasaki Mule SX to move things around the site.”

The first training sessions on the new pitches took place on 26 October, giving the players a superb environment to keep on top of the new League season.

“It’s great to be helping a football club maintain the highest standards despite the current situation,” said Stuart.

If you would like to talk about high quality groundcare equipment, call Stuart Fry on 07774 212926, or contact any T H WHITE Groundcare branch.

Top: Head groundsman Daryle Sullivan, Stuart Fry and Assistant Groundsman Martyn Rendell with some of the new equipment being used at the Bristol Rovers Training centre.

Seeing is believing. The quality of the pitches and training area at Almondsbury is exceptional.

The woodchipping season is well underway and what better range of machinery to help you get through all your jobs this winter than Jensen? 

Jensen offers the widest range of professional woodchippers in the industry, from 6” to 24” capacity, with trailed, tracked and PTO options available.

Almost every Jensen woodchipper model is available with 270 degree Turntable functionality too, meaning you can quickly and easily manoeuvre the machine into the safest and most efficient position to load and discharge. This makes working from dangerous roadsides, verges or even pedestrian walkways safer and easier, feeding material in from a convenient position and expelling it to your desired location using the 270-degree rotating chute.

The A530L and A540 models have been upgraded this year with new, Stage 5 certified diesel engines too, 

ensuring low emission, high capacity and full compliance with any jobs requiring Stage 5 certification and in Clean Air Zones.

The 6” A530XL and 8” A540 models are available on tracks, in both fixed and Jensen’s patented ‘Spider’ formats, offering supreme manoeuvrability and access to even the most challenging terrain. These machines are ideal for challenging off-road positions, such as alongside railways, on embankments or in wooded areas where it just isn’t feasible to take a towed chipper.

The patented Spider tracks offer ultimate flexibility and unrivalled stability, with the ability to move each side track independently from the other, both up/down and in/out. This means you can move easily over rough terrain, lifting the machine high over obstacles as needed and levelling the woodchipper safely when ready to work. At only 1315mm wide, the A540 Spider woodchipper is compact enough to also fit between narrow gaps.

Another benefit of the Jensen range is the option for customers to choose a fully custom build – the only brand in the industry with that ability. Whatever your requirements, we can work with you and Jensen to produce a machine that is perfect for the work you do.

Jensen uses galvanised steel for almost every component, ensuring longevity and robustness, as well as improved resale value when it’s time to replace your machine. Finally, the illuminated touchpads featured as standard on many models and available as an option on others, offer superior safety with immediate feed switch-off at the touch of a sensor with no water or vibration issues typically found with other electric systems.

If you would like to try a Jensen for yourself this winter, speak to our team to arrange an on-site, no-obligation demonstration. We would love to show you just what a Jensen can do for your business.

Request your free demo online at www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch

With years of experience supporting golf clubs across the country with quality fleet solutions, T H WHITE is the ideal partner to help you replace or add to your golf car fleet ready for 2021.

Working in partnership with you, we can tailor a competitively-priced package to meet your needs, with a range of vehicles and finance options for all requirements.

Our premium golf buggies and utility vehicles from market leaders E-Z-GO and Cushman always offer exceptional value for money, with industry leading functionality including maintenance free lithium-ion batteries, or economical petrol engines, the industry’s largest bagwells, impact resistant bumpers and much more.

E-Z-GO vehicles are the only buggies in the industry with the patented Intellibrake technology – electronic brakes which stop the vehicle when the accelerator pedal is released, hugely increasing safety and removing the need for brake maintenance.

Speak to us today about the options for replacing or adding to your fleet – visit www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch

All items offered are subject to remaining unsold.  Prices shown do not include VAT. Some images may be library photographs and spec may differ slightly. Accessories may not be included.

Contact us on 07876 396635 to discuss any of these machines and arrange your purchase.

2015 Ransomes Parkway 3 

Triple cylinder mower, 42hp Kubota diesel, 6 knife magna fixed heads, ROPS, 398 hours. 

REF: 71117675.  £15,000

2012 Ransomes 2250 

Ride-on cylinder mower, 6 knife magna units, full ROPS.

REF: H1117911.  £4,250

2019 Iseki TXG237 

STOCK OFFER – 25hp diesel, 540kg hydraulic lift, loaders, rear discharge and mulch.

REF: 71118382.  £8,600

2014 Iseki SXG326 M 

54″ mulching deck, 21hp diesel, rear tow hitch receiver, PAS, 2 pedal hydrostatic drive.

REF: H1119803.  £3,950

2019 Iseki TLE3400 

New – shop soiled, 38hp diesel, 1000kg 3 point linkage, 2/4 wheel Hydrostatic drive, Power steering.

REF: 71118373.  £12,430

Ferris IS600Z 

Zero turn, 44″ rear discharge, 25hp Briggs & Stratton petrol, Independent suspension, new turf tyres.

REF: H1000298.  £3,250

Ferris SRS Z1 Stand-On 

48″ Rear discharge, 22hp Kawasaki V Twin engine, suspension, mulch blades as standard. 

REF: H1000922.  £4,500

2017 Smithco Tournament Ultra Greens Roller

Ex-hire, 16hp petrol engine, dual drive rollers, transport trailer, 260 hours.  

REF: 71110031.  £9,200

Ifor Williams GD84 trailer 

Full rear ramp, single axle, 1,400kg gross, very good condition. 

REF: H1120110. £850

2014 Jensen A340 

12in woodchipper, turntable system, electronic touch safety sensors, galvanised steel chassis.

REF: 91112912.  £13,000

We’re offering a best price promise on all Winter Servicing from T H WHITE Groundcare.

Contact your local depot to negotiate the VIP price for your service today. Great deals available and our trusted and experienced Groundcare specialists will service all makes and models.

You can request a Service online at:

www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch or call your nearest branch:

Knockdown: Tim Counsell – 01454 238181

Reading: Simon Paget – 01189 760088

Redditch: Nick Maxwell – 01527 597770

Stockbridge: Simon Paget – 01264 811260

Applicable to all enquiries made for bookings between 1 October 2020 and 31 March 2021.

We’re offering a best price promise on all Winter Servicing from T H WHITE Groundcare.

Contact your local depot to negotiate the VIP price for your service today. Great deals available and our trusted and experienced Groundcare specialists will service all makes and models.

 You can request a Service online at: 

www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/get-in-touch or call your nearest branch:

Knockdown: Tim Counsell – 01454 238181

Reading: Simon Paget – 01189 760088

Redditch: Nick Maxwell – 01527 597770

Stockbridge: Simon Paget – 01264 811260

Applicable to all enquiries made for bookings between 1 October 2020 and 31 March 2021.

When you are producing more than 1.5 million plants a year and supplying top name garden centres across the UK, you need a thoroughly reliable system for gathering each diverse plant order from the nursery and bringing it to the distribution point for onward transport.

At the Bransford Webbs Plant Company near Worcester a 24-acre site has been developed over many years since the 1940s, of which today over 10 acres is under glass with much of the rest covered by poly-tunnels.  Plant orders often comprise specimens from opposite ends of the site and in order to gather them quickly and efficiently Bransford Webbs has been a long term operator of Cushman electric utility vehicles, or UTVs. Working extensively in climate-controlled areas under glass, it’s particularly important to minimise or eliminate emissions.

Financial Director Richard Colbourne explains: “Years ago we used to have some petrol powered UTVs and we have also used mini tractors from time to time, but even in the relatively large enclosed spaces of our greenhouses vehicle fumes can be very unpleasant for the workforce. So, back in 2005 we made the decision to use electric pick-ups for collecting plants around the nursery and we currently have a fleet of five.

“When the oldest vehicle came up for replacement we were keen to see whether the latest technological developments could give us a vehicle that was even more efficient.”

Luckily for Richard, T H WHITE’s specialist Golf & Utility business – a sub-division of T H WHITE Groundcare – and its resident experts were there to advise.  They knew that the 72-volt Cushman Hauler Pro would be an excellent solution for Bransford Webbs – the extra power compared to the earlier 48-volt models is ideal for trailer-hauling tasks in the nursery, and with a 50-mile range from one charge it has the capacity to work all day uninterrupted. It’s remarkable how much work it can do on a single charge.

As well as being economical to run, the Cushman Hauler Pro also features an enhanced controller unit which provides more finesse in the controlling the machine’s powerful acceleration – an important factor when hauling trailers laden with plants where any sudden jolt needs to be avoided. Other advances include simpler diagnostics and battery state monitoring.

The verdict from Bransford Webbs? “The Cushman Hauler Pro is the plantsman’s perfect pony,” Richard Colbourne enthused.

The T H WHITE Golf & Utility team can help you with a vast range of applications where there is a need for efficient, green and low cost haulage. To discuss the possibilities contact your T H WHITE Groundcare representative or any Groundcare branch.

The launch of the new Wessex CRX Series MultiCut professional turf mowers heralds the arrival of a new concept of rotary mowers. 

Here are the first truly professional fine turf mowers that can be used either as a professional roller mower with full width rollers front and rear, a finishing mower with four fully-castoring wheels, or a combination of the two featuring castoring front wheels and a full width roller on the rear. 

Added to that, the British-built CRX MultiCut mowers can be front or rear mounted thanks to the reversible linkage, can be side or rear discharge by altering the baffles beneath the deck and adding the side delivery chute, and can also offer the option of mulching.

The quality of cut is not compromised by the fact that the machine is multi-functional – wherever it goes, the Wessex CRX MutiCut mower will leave the turf looking its best.

The perfect partner for the Wessex CRX multi-cut mower is an Iseki compact tractor. 

The Iseki TLE premium economy range features 38hp or 46hp engines and simple controls, delivering outstanding value for money. Step up to the Iseki’s most advanced range – the TG tractors – and you get 36-65hp engines, up to 1,600 kg lift capacity at the ball ends and 1,500 kg lift capacity 24in behind and a Category 2 Cabin with uprated air-conditioning. There’s also the option of a ROPS configuration.

For the full picture on Wessex CRX MultiCut mowers or Iseki compact tractors, talk to the specialists at any of our Groundcare branches.

As golf courses around the country re-open, the savvy ones will be looking at ways make more of their money in these uncertain times, at the same time enhancing their offering to players. 

Top choice for style, economy and power efficiency, with less ‘out-of-the-wall’ power consumption and the lowest total cost of ownership, the E-Z-GO ELiTE series of lithium battery-powered vehicles is in a class of its own. In fact, in a survey of more than 80,000 golf cars at over 1,350 courses worldwide, no other golf car came close to the power, efficiency, and cost savings of an ELiTE vehicle. Not only do ELiTE cars use half as much electricity as conventional lead/acid powered cars, but there’s also no need to wait for a full charge to get your ELiTE car back on course with reliable power that will not fade at the end of the day. After 36 holes, it will still have enough power to play another round.

Thanks to the lithium battery, ELiTE cars are around 250 lbs lighter than other electric golf cars, impacting less on the turf and less money spent on ground repairs. The cost of upgrading can soon be recovered through significant savings on electricity bills. Taken in the round, lithium ELiTE golf cars offer the lowest annual cost of operation.

Contact Simon Bingham on 07813 835212 for details or to arrange a demo.

As lockdown restrictions are gradually lifted, it’s time to tackle the large backlog of grounds maintenance tasks. 

The remarkable weather over the last couple of months means there is much work to do and for many applications the ideal machines are from the Iseki SXG range of cut and collect mowers.

With power options from 13.5hp to 21hp and deck widths from 40in to 54in, the SXG machines are compact with low ground impact and feature one of the most effective grass collection systems in the business, equally good in the wet or dry. 

Get more details  or arrange a demo at any T H WHITE Groundcare branch.

True to the company’s reputation for design, innovation and technology, McConnel has launched the Robocut range of remote controlled mowers. 

The smallest of these, the RC28,  offers a real leap forward in performance with a new and powerful EFI engine, low fuel consumption and low emissions combined with a low centre of gravity for smooth operation. Boasting the leading power-to-weight ratio on the market, the centre of gravity has been lowered in the new models for go-anywhere slope capacity – now up to 55 degrees.  The 150m operational range allows for safe and flexible working, and there’s a new flailhead safety control system. On top of that, the Robocut RC28 can be enabled with GPS Autosteer technology – developed in conjunction with Trimble – allowing it to automatically steer to within 25mm accuracy along it’s cutting route.

Impress yourself by requesting a demo from T H WHITE Groundcare.

If you’re looking for a high performing utility vehicle – perfect for hundreds of jobs around the farm or estate – the Cushman 1600XD could be for you.

This 4×4 UTV comes with a 22hp diesel engine, rugged tyres, 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel independent suspension. It can tackle tough terrain with ease, no matter what the task, it’s a great solution for environments such as private estates, parks and gardens, showgrounds and arenas – even large construction sites.

The lighting system on the 1600XD is road-legal and the vehicle is homologated as a tractor, making it perfect not only for use around the site but also out on the road when needed.

For the ultimate in transporting people, tools and equipment, the Cushman comes with a 14.4 cubic feet steel cargo bed, full ROPS for safety, 3-point seatbelts, windshield and a spacious, ergonomic dash with plenty of storage for all the day-to-day essentials.

T H WHITE Groundcare are pleased to have Cushman 1600XD UTVs in stock and ready for delivery. At prices from £13,150 + VAT, it’s a steal.

Cotswold Turfcare Ltd, based near Stroud, maintains turf across the South and South West, focusing on sports and equestrian facilities, as well as local authority spaces and private estates.

When owner Phil Cole decided to replace one of his existing tractors and aerators, T H WHITE came to the table with a deal he just couldn’t turn down…

“I’ve always used and liked New Holland tractors,” says Phil. “ Mike Harris at T H WHITE Groundcare in Knockdown was able not only to offer me a great price but he also had a New Holland T5.120 tractor with a front loader in stock, so it enabled me to get great value for money and pick up a new machine from a local dealer at a convenient time for my business.”

Phil had also been thinking about purchasing a Wiedenmann aerator for several years: “When I was buying the New Holland, Mike gave me a demonstration of the Wiedenmann XD8 aerator and I was really pleased with it’s performance, so I bought the demonstrator which had only been used for a few hours. I’ve been really impressed with the speed and reliability of the Wiedenmann, it operates almost 50% faster than my other machines which means I can cover more ground.

“Mike is one of the best reps I’ve ever come across – always there when you need advice, but not at all pushy. He is a credit to the company, and I enjoy dealing with him.”

For more information on the range of market-leading Wiedenmann and New Holland machinery, visit www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk.

Innovative, zero emission battery-powered tools from French manufacturer Pellenc have been added to the range of equipment offered by T H WHITE Groundcare branches in Redditch, Knockdown, Reading and Stockbridge.

Powered by lithium-ion ultra-high performance batteries, the Pellenc range covers an impressive portfolio – from chainsaws, pole saws and hedge cutters to grass strimmers, brushcutters, blowers and mowers. Each tool incorporates a brushless motor for performance, reliability and durability, at the same time reducing power consumption, weight and overall size. A full day’s use on a single charge keeps running costs low, while the light weight and low noise output makes the tools easy and comfortable to use. Not only do the tools produce no emissions, but noise levels are also significantly lower than similar conventional tools, making Pellenc equipment suitable for use at sensitive sites.

Pellenc’s newest battery technology is also IP54 water-proof rated, protecting it from dust and moisture while eliminating any concerns around working in the rain. The battery can also be worn on the operator’s back in an ergonomic harness, taking weight off the machine, helping improve posture and reduce back pain from carrying heavy tools on one side of the body.

Rob Iddeson, Head of the T H WHITE Groundcare division, is enthusiastic about making the Pellenc range available through the division’s branches in Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Hampshire and Berkshire: “There’s an increasing demand for zero-emission products that can compete with the performance of traditional technologies,” he said. “That’s already a strong sector in the domestic market, but our customers need products that are designed and warrantied for the professional user, and Pellenc offers exactly that.”

All Pellenc tools and batteries are covered by a three-year commercial warranty as standard, the first manufacturer to offer this on battery-powered tools. As always, T H WHITE will be supporting Pellenc products with our exceptional sales and servicing teams.

To give T H WHITE customers first-hand experience of the quality, power and benefits offered by Pellenc battery tools, we would love to visit you at your own site with our range of demonstration equipment. Just contact your local T H WHITE Groundcare depot to arrange your demonstration or discuss your specific requirements.

When you book a winter service for your groundcare machinery with T H WHITE before 31 March 2020, you will receive a 10% discount on labour and in-stock parts.

Our Groundcare service teams can service any make, any model and any machine. With specialist training and a wealth of industry experience, our teams work with state-of-the-art equipment to ensure your machinery is in top condition ready for the new season. 

Our great end-of-season service deals include:

Kawasaki Mule DX/DXT from £385

Iseki SXG323 ride-on mower from £385

Amazone Profihopper from £550

We will also carry out in-situ cutting cylinder regrinding from just £85

View all the details and request your discounted service online NOW at thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/servicing, or just call any of our Groundcare branches.

Book a winter service for your groundcare machinery before 31 March 2020 to receive a 10% DISCOUNT on labour and in-stock parts.

Our Groundcare service teams can service any make, any model and any machine. With specialist training and a wealth of industry experience, our teams work from fully-equipped workshops with state-of-the-art equipment to ensure your machinery is in top condition ready for the new season.

Not only do we offer fixed price servicing, we also provide up to 12 months warranty on parts and labour and carry out FREE software diagnostic checks.

Our great end-of-season service deals include:

Kawasaki Mule DX/DXT from £385

Iseki SXG323 ride-on mower from £385

Amazone Profihopper from £550

We will also carry out in-situ cutting cylinder regrinding from just £85

View all the details and request your discounted service online NOW at www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/servicing

Use our Earlybird programme to book a winter service for your groundcare machinery before 31 March 2020 to receive a 10% discount on labour and in-stock parts. AND, if you book by 30 November you will be entered into a draw to win one of four luxury Christmas hampers!

Our Groundcare service teams can service any make, any model and any machine. With specialist training and a wealth of industry experience, our teams work from fully-equipped workshops with state-of-the-art equipment to ensure your machinery is in top condition ready for the new season.

Not only do we offer fixed price servicing, we also provide up to 12 months warranty on parts and labour and carry out FREE software diagnostic checks. As examples of our great deals, we will carry out an end-of-season service on:

Kawasaki Mule DX/DXT from £385

Iseki SXG323 ride-on mower from £385

Amazone Profihopper from £550

We will also carry out in-situ cutting cylinder regrinding from just £85,

You can view all the details and request your discounted Earlybird service online at thwhitegroundcare.co.uk/servicing, or just call any of our Groundcare branches.

Sapey Golf and Country Club near Worcester has always been a ‘young’ club – young in years, having been established as recently as 1990 – and with a young clientele.

The main 18 hole course and adjoining 9 hole course were set out by the Preece family on undulating land with beautiful views of the Malvern Hills. Over the years trees have grown and matured creating breath-taking vistas across the parkland course which, combined with water features and an excellent clubhouse and restaurant has made it one of the most popular golf courses in Worcestershire.

In 2017 the Preeces decided to retire and the club was sold to Wyldecrest Parks. Significant new investment has been announced which will bring new facilities to Sapey, as well as lodges in the grounds so people can stay for golf breaks. The highly playable par 3, 6,000-yard course also has a new general manager, Paul Hubner, who has great ambitions to bring some major tournaments to the club, as well as broadening appeal among young golfers who represent the future of the sport.

“Young players are often pressed for time,” says Paul. “They have busy jobs and like to play a quick round of golf before or after work. Very much part of that is the convenience of having golf cars available to move around the course.”

The new investment at Sapey has enabled Paul to  replace the club’s entire fleet of golf cars and, following discussions with Simon Bingham of 

T H WHITE Golf & Utility, he decided on what is probably the most advanced golf car on the market – the E-Z-GO RXV ELiTE with lithium power. In fact Paul was so impressed with the RXV ELiTE’s specification that he ordered 15 of them!

“The E-Z-GO RXV ELiTE is closely based on the hugely popular lead-acid powered RXV golf car,” explains Simon Bingham, “but E-Z-GO has teamed up with Samsung SDI to replace the lead-acid batteries with a zero-maintenance lithium battery system. Everything is literally sealed for life and the only maintenance accessory you will ever need is a can of WD-40!”

With an astonishing 15-stone weight saving compared to the standard RXV, the RXV ELiTE is 59 per cent more efficient. A full charge will deliver between 85 and 100 minutes running time and the lithium batteries can be charged  on-the fly at any time – a 20 minute charge lifting the battery status to around 80 per cent. That means the cars can always be powered up and ready to go, regardless of the length of the golfing day. An advanced battery management system monitors efficiency, temperatures, state-of-charge, and the health of the lithium batteries which are covered by a 5-year unlimited amp-hour warranty, while the whole vehicle is covered by a 2-year warranty. RXV ELiTE golf cars also benefit from a limited slip differential to eliminate wheel marks on the turf, as well as the patented Intellibrake system which brings added safety by stopping the car automatically if the driver’s feet are removed from the pedals.

Paul’s verdict is that the E-Z-GO RXV ELiTE cars are “a real winner with the club’s golfers.” If you would like to know more about E-Z-GO golf cars or utility vehicles, you can call Simon Bingham on 07813 835212, or email sjb@thwhite.co.uk.

A key element in the appeal of many British golf courses is the beautiful landscaping and topography. Leamington & County Golf club is a classic example – one of the very best parkland golf courses in Warwickshire. 

But the undulating nature of the land and consequent drainage patterns can also present challenges, particularly during the long, hot, dry spells that are increasingly characterising our summers.

At Leamington, the grounds team were faced with areas of the course that drained freely and then dried out rapidly – to the point where it was becoming difficult to maintain the turf to the high standard demanded by the club. One solution could have been the installation of a buried irrigation system, but apart from the very high cost and the disruption of digging up parts of the course to lay pipes, it would not have delivered the instant flexibility of delivering water precisely when and where it was needed.

This is where T H WHITE was able to provide a solution. As part of the club’s continual investment, grounds manager Jason Cooper was discussing the equipment he would need for the coming season with T H WHITE Groundcare representative Lee Miles, when he mentioned the irrigation problem. Lee remembered that T H WHITE’s Agriculture Division is a dealer for Hi Spec tankers, widely used by farmers mainly for slurry applications. The Hi Spec range starts with a single-axle tanker of 800 gallons capacity; Its laden weight was within the payload capacity of a tractor the Leamington club already had, and on large, soft tyres, ground impaction would be minimal.

“It turned out to be the perfect answer,” says Jason.  “The tanker incorporates a pump driven by the tractor PTO which jets the water out onto a splash plate, creating a wonderful artificial rainstorm which covers about a 25m width.”

The club has a reservoir tank fed by a local water course from which the Hi Spec tanker can be filled in about seven minutes. “The 800 gallons is enough for about two minutes’ spraying on the fairways and in the recent hot spells we have been taking the tanker out up to 18 times a day,” added Jason. “The great thing is that we have been able to put water exactly where it is most needed, reducing wastage and achieving some very noticeable improvements on the course.”

Commenting on the innovation, Lee Miles said: “I was delighted to be able to offer a simple and effective solution. It’s also a great example of being able to call upon resources across the T H WHITE Group, sourcing a piece of kit that wouldn’t normally be in the Groundcare line-up.”

The new tanker is just part of the club’s investment this year to keep the 111-year-old course in top condition. This has included a new Jacobsen Fairway 250 mower, a Smithco Ultra Lite greens roller and a new Kawasaki 4wd Mule Pro DX UTV to augment the club’s 2007 Kawasaki Mule – still going strong!

If you have a question about Groundcare equipment please contact any T H WHITE Groundcare branch.

T H WHITE Groundcare has a new website – www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk.

The site has been redesigned in the family style of the other new T H WHITE websites making it easier to navigate. It’s easy to find all you need about our new machinery brands, used machinery, hire, service and parts. You can also get in touch with us direct from the site to request a demonstration or make an enquiry. Take a look!

When you are producing more than 1.5 million plants a year and supplying top name garden centres across the UK, you need a thoroughly reliable system for gathering each diverse plant order from the nursery and bringing it to the distribution point for onward transport.

At the Bransford Webbs Plant Company near Worcester a 24-acre site has been developed over many years since the 1940s, of which today over 10 acres is under glass with much of the rest covered by poly-tunnels. Plant orders often comprise hardy nursery stock from opposite ends of the site and in order to gather plants quickly and efficiently Bransford Webbs has been a long term operator of Cushman electric utility vehicles, or UTVs.

Financial Director Richard Colbourne explains: “Years ago we used to have some petrol powered UTVs and we have also used mini tractors from time to time, but even in the relatively large enclosed spaces of our greenhouses vehicle fumes can be very unpleasant for the workforce. So, back in 2005 we made the decision to use electric pick-ups for collecting plants around the nursery and we currently have a fleet of five.

“Earlier this year the oldest vehicle came up for replacement and we were keen to see whether the latest technological developments could give us a vehicle that was even more efficient.”

50 miles on a single charge

Luckily for Richard, T H WHITE’s newly established Golf & Utility business – a sub-division of T H WHITE Groundcare – and its resident expert Simon Bingham were there to advise. “I knew that the 72-volt Cushman Hauler Pro would be a good solution for Bransford Webbs,” says Simon. “The extra power compared to the earlier 48-volt models is ideal for trailer-hauling tasks in the nursery, and with a 50-mile range from one charge it has the capacity to work all day uninterrupted. You would be surprised at the distance it covers!

“As well as being economical to run, the Cushman Hauler Pro also features an enhanced controller unit which provides more finesse in controlling the machine’s powerful acceleration – an important factor when hauling trailers. Other advances include simpler diagnostics and battery state monitoring.”

The verdict from Bransford Webbs? “The Cushman Hauler Pro is the plantsman’s perfect pony!”

T H WHITE Golf & Utility can help you with a vast range of applications where there is a need for efficient, green and low cost haulage. To discuss the possibilities call Simon Bingham on 07813 835212, or email him at sjb@thwhite.co.uk.

Rob Iddeson, Case IH dealer principal for T H WHITE Pro Agri, has assumed an additional new role as head of T H WHITE Groundcare, managing the business’s four Groundcare branches.

The opportunity arose due to the departure of director Tim Lane, who has left the T H WHITE Group for pastures new.

Rob joined T H WHITE last year having been business development manager at Claydon Drills. He started his career as a farm and estates manager and was later appointed a director at Claas retail dealing with that company’s complete range of machinery.

“Groundcare is a core business for T H WHITE,” said Rob, “and taking responsibility for it is both a privilege and a challenge. I am confident that my strong background in machinery will enable me to take the strategic view that will be necessary to build the business. The key to T H WHITE’s success has always been to deliver the right machine to each customer, regardless of the size and scope of their operation, and then support it with exceptional after sales and service. We will continue to serve our broad portfolio of customers, while seeking out and developing new opportunities.”

Rob will continue his role as Case IH dealer principal.

The T H WHITE Group are delighted to formally launch a new sub-division of the business focusing on Golf and Utility vehicles, named T H WHITE Golf and Utility.

T H WHITE Golf and Utility remains part of the larger T H WHITE Groundcare business, while focusing on market leading brands E-Z-GO, Cushman and Kawasaki, and their ranges of golf, utility, personnel and hospitality vehicles.

Sales Specialist, Simon Bingham, who will be heading up the Golf and Utility brand, brings a wealth of experience from the golf and hospitality sector with over 10 years’ experience in the industry and great relationships with golf courses and businesses across the country.

Simon commented: “While I have many years’ experience as part of T H WHITE Groundcare supporting customers with their vehicle requirements, I am excited to be part of this new venture which will enable me to focus on working specifically on specialist vehicles within the golf, hospitality, hotels and resorts, parks and estates, events and commercial sectors, among many others.

“Coupled with our wholly-owned, dedicated and experienced service engineers working across the country, an extensive hire fleet, competitive finance packages and parts and accessories stocked at our 4 groundcare depots, we are confident in our offer as a truly national provider of quality buggies and vehicles at great value and with outstanding support and back-up.”

As part of the launch, T H WHITE Golf and Utility are proud to showcase the full vehicle line-up on a new website, www.thwhitegolfandutility.co.uk, which highlights not only the brands on offer, but the servicing and hire programmes which are available for individual vehicles through to large fleets, on short- and long-term contracts.

Long-standing customer Alec Fernihough, Director of Gaudet Luce Golf Club in Worcestershire, is delighted to offer his full support to the new operation, commenting:

“We have worked with Simon Bingham and T H WHITE for many years. The level of service that Simon and his colleagues have supplied has always been excellent and this is the one reason why, despite many great deals from other suppliers, we are still working so closely with T H WHITE.

“Knowing that Simon will be heading up the new Golf and Utility division at T H WHITE means that our decision over who to go with when we increase our fleet of buggies next year will be a simple one.

Mark Laing, General Manager at Bromsgrove Golf Centre, added further praise:

“When we look at replacing our fleet of buggies there are a number of factors – price, safety, reliability, ease of maintenance and in the case of dealing with T H WHITE, trust. Personal relationships forged over many years with Simon are worth more than price to us. We trust Simon and T H WHITE to deliver for us, and they do, so we simply don’t look elsewhere. With a great product backed up by an awesome team, why would we?”

Available from T H WHITE Golf and Utility and leading the market into the future of vehicles is E-Z-GO with their ELiTE range of buggies, launched in 2017, which feature maintenance-free Samsung Lithium Ion batteries, increased efficiency, low vehicle weight, reduced charging time and an unprecedented 5-year warranty.

Additionally, visitors to the new website can learn more about the Textron Specialized Vehicles buggy GPS system, Textron Fleet Management (TFM). TFM is available with new golf cars or for retro-fitting to an existing vehicle or entire fleet, with full information on the website about the wide range of benefits available to businesses and golfers in using TFM at their club.

Andre Andrade, Director of International Sales at Textron Specialized Vehicles said:
“T H WHITE has been a longstanding, successful dealership of the TSV brands. We are delighted to be a part of this new venture and look forward to continuing to provide our world-class products, knowledge and back-up support to T H WHITE Golf and Utility.”

While continuing to build on its standing in the golf sector with new and existing customers, T H WHITE Golf and Utility is looking forward to working more closely with businesses in other markets, including hotels, resorts, estates and parks, education providers, event venues and much more.

We welcome any enquiries to learn more about the business, our vehicles and how we can support customers no matter the size, budget or vehicle requirements through the new website or by calling Simon directly on 07813 835212.

A brand new T H WHITE specialist department is being launched this month, focusing on golf and utility vehicles.

The initiative has been born out of the growing demand for golf buggies, hospitality vehicles, personnel transport and UTVs, independent of the main groundcare market. 

T H WHITE is already an official dealer for E-Z-GO, Cushman and Kawasaki vehicles and now our 25 years’ experience in the sector will be brought to bear on delivering the right packages and solutions for every customer.

The new operation will offer the E-Z-GO RXV and TXT ranges in petrol or electric versions plus those with the new ELiTE lithium battery, Cushman Hauler UTVs, Shuttle personnel carriers and Refresher catering and merchandise vehicles.

From Kawaski there will be the famous Mule ATVs.

Aftersales service will be a key part of the venture, working from four branches across the Midlands and the south, as well as on-site repairs and servicing opportunities.

For details visit thwhitegolfandutility.co.uk, or contact Simon Bingham on 07813 835212, sjb@thwhite.co.uk.

Amazone has launched a completely new design of self-propelled mower in its Profihopper range, the Profihopper 1250 SmartLine.

Featuring an updated hydrostatic drive system, it is available in two models: the iDrive with front-wheel drive, or the 4WDi with all-wheel drive capability making it ideal even for the most difficult working conditions.

The compact design provides zero turn for greater manoeuvrability and safety on any terrain and on slopes. With its 1.25m wide, out-front mowing unit, the Profihopper 1250 SmartLine provides an excellent cut in both short and long grass.

Both models are equipped with the SmartCut precision cutting rotor, which has a chevron-shaped blade arrangement for improved cutting and pick-up quality. The robust PowerCompactor auger conveyor system incorporates both a longitudinal and a transverse auger. With a diameter of 150mm, the longitudinal auger has a particularly high conveying capacity which enables the Profihopper to have higher conveying rates, and thus forward speeds, even in long grass.

Grass cuttings are compacted immediately after being picked up by the PowerCompactor system and force-fed into the 730-litre collecting hopper which can hold more than 1,000 litres of uncompressed grass. Less time is thus spent emptying the hopper, increasing productivity. Simple unloading into high-sided transport vehicles is also possible by utilising the Profihopper’s hydraulic high-tip emptying at 2.10 metres.
The Profihopper 1250 SmartLine is ideal for mowing, mulching, scarifying or collecting and can accommodate wide variations in cutting height, weather and vegetation conditions. The mulch flap is inserted for cutting and dropping, ensuring the grass is evenly distributed over the mown area so that important nutrients are returned to the soil. The scarifying blades can be mounted quickly and without tools. Scarifying improves the exchange of light, air, water and nutrients, resulting in a substantial improvement in soil structure.

Even picking up cans, paper and other rubbish is no problem for the Profihopper. The ability to mow, mulch, scarify or collect leaves in one operation saves valuable time.

Find out more about this latest, versatile Profihopper, or book a demo at any T H WHITE Groundcare branch.

The fastest and most efficient way to keep hedges in trim is with a tractor-mounted power arm, and the widest choice on the market comes from McConnel. With 12 different series and 42 distinct models plus thousands of build options, unique bespoke machines can be created.

30-Series compact models can be operated with certain utility vehicles as well as small tractors and, with a reach of 3.4m to 4.8m are ideal for the landscape, amenities and ground-care sectors.

Moving up the scale, the range offers a choice of powerful hydraulics and different reaches to suit everything from the straightforward to the most challenging situations. A variety of different heads can be fitted, including multisaws, cutterbars, and rotary heads and, depending on the configuration specified, McConnel power arms are equally at home cutting hedges, mowing verges, clearing vegetation and trimming brush and shrubs.

Topping the range is the 1,000 series – a favourite with professional contractors and local government teams which offers up to 8m reach, and the Versi-Series which enables operators to cut on either side of the tractor at the touch of a button.

Find out about McConnel power arms at any T H WHITE Agriculture or Groundcare branch.

There are many applications for which a full-size tractor would be inappropriate, impractical and, in many instances, unaffordable. These situations call for a compact tractor, a field in which Iseki has specialised for more than 90 years. The introduction of new models has made the Iseki line-up stronger than ever, and with all models available from T H WHITE Groundcare on either agricultural or turf tyres, the possible applications are far-ranging. Small size, high manoeuvrability and low soil compaction makes these tractors ideal for many new niche farming enterprises where high value specialist crops are grown, often on smallholdings. For example, the changing climate in southern England has resulted in burgeoning wine production and Iseki compact tractors are perfect for working in tight spaces between rows of vines. The same holds good for all forms of precision agriculture and fruit growing.

However, compact dimensions don’t mean a reduction in features or operator comfort. Take the new Iseki TG6675 PS – fitted with turf tyres it is particularly suited for work on golf courses and sports facilities and it can be supplied with a ROPS or a factory fitted, fully air-conditioned Category 2 cabin. It features a 65 hp, four-cylinder, Stage IIIB diesel engine, with F12/R12 Power-shuttle transmission. At the rear is a category 1&2 3-point linkage with a capacity of 1,600kg at the ball ends and 1,500kg at 24 inches. Draft control, two auxiliary valves and a front loader joystick are also standard, while the rear PTO is two-speed with a mid PTO also included on the cabin model. An optional front loader is also available.

New additions to Iseki’s premium economy range are the 46hp TLE4490 and 38hp TLE3400. These versatile tractors can be configured for a wide range of tasks where their light weight and minimal ground impact are a distinct advantage.

Other tractors in the range span the complete gamut of sizes, power outputs and transmission options, providing a solution not only for agricultural and groundcare enterprises, but the many fitments and accessories make them eminently suitable for industry, horticulture and equestrian, applications. Even enterprising homeowners with larger grounds will find endless uses for these compact tractors.

If you would like to find out more, arrange a demonstration to try an Iseki compact tractor for yourself, or discuss a tractor kitted out for your precise needs, just contact the specialists at any T H WHITE Groundcare branch.

T H WHITE Groundcare has delivered the first E-Z-GO RXV ELiTE electric golf cars in the UK to Hagley Golf club in Worcestershire.

The four E-Z-GO RXV ELiTE golf cars purchased by Hagley Golf Club come with an unprecedented five-year, unlimited-amp-hour warranty, and feature Samsung SDI lithium batteries which require zero maintenance and are over 50 per cent more efficient than key rivals. As well as charging in half the time needed by lead acid batteries, they are half the size and a fraction of the weight, taking a load off the turf. It all adds up to the lowest operating costs the industry has ever seen.

Gareth Snelgrove, head PGA professional at Hagley Golf Club, said: “This is our first golf car purchase since 2008. After trying out the E-Z-GO ELiTE golf cars on demo, I knew we had to have them. The lithium batteries are so efficient, and will save us a lot of money in the long run. The cars are so much lighter as well, which means that we can build paths around the course using less expensive material, because the golf cars won’t put half as much pressure on them. 

“We are delighted to be the first club in the UK to have bought the ELiTE golf cars – we have been using them for a while now and they have exceeded our expectations. They can get around 36 holes in one charge, and charge in a fraction of the time compared to our old lead-acid cars. 

“The greenkeeping team love them as well; it’s the only vehicle that they could get on the course in winter without causing damage to the turf. We have to thank T H WHITE for the excellent service once again; we have a great relationship with the staff and they are always willing to help with extra golf cars at events.”

Hagley Golf Club is a 6,376 yard 18-hole golf course owned by Lord Cobham, the owner of neighbouring Hagley Hall. Lord Cobham purchased the club in 2017 from the Garratt family, who owned it since its inception in 1980. The club is set in 170 acres with picturesque views overlooking the Clent Hills. 

To out more about Hagley Golf Club visit www.hagleygolfclub.co.uk, and for the low-down on E-Z-GO RXV ELiTE golf cars contact any T H WHITE Groundcare branch.

The challenge of keeping grass and undergrowth in trim around graves and memorials is a sensitive one – both in terms of maintaining the plots to the standards that families of the deceased rightly expect, as well as avoiding damage to the memorials and mowing equipment when working in tight spaces.

Coventry City Council manages six cemeteries, ranging from a vast and magnificent 19th century burial ground to more modern plots catering for today’s interments and cremations. Responsibility for keeping everything in trim rests with Estate Manager for the Council’s Bereavement Services, Brian Tranter.

“When I started my job three years ago the mower fleet was showing its age,” said Brian. “They were out-front mowers which are not ideal for manoeuvring in the awkward spaces between the headstones, but budgetary considerations meant that we had to extend their working life as long as possible so we purchased new cutting decks as an interim measure.

“When the opportunity came earlier this year to replace the mowers we took a lot of care in making our choice. In fact we had spent almost two years looking at the market and involving the operators who would use the machines in the selection process. After quite a few demonstrations there was a clear winner – the Ferris zero turn range.

“The mid-mounted cutting deck makes these machines far more manoeuvrable than the out-front design we had been using before and they also feature rear discharge which helps to keep the cut grass off the memorials. The size to power ratio is exactly right for our needs.

COMFORT IN USE

“The real winner as far as our team was concerned is the level of comfort. Ferris makes the only zero-turn mowers with independent suspension. As you can imagine, the ground we work on is subject to quite a bit of settlement, resulting in an undulating, uneven surface, and the suspension makes a huge difference over a long working day. The Ferris machines are also the only ones we saw with seat adjustment too – can you believe it?”

The OilGuard system is fitted to the Ferris IS2100Z, extending oil change intervals to 500 hours.

With the decision made, five Ferris mowers were ordered from T H White – four of the popular IS®600Z compact models and a larger IS®2100Z with a 28hp fuel-injected Vanguard engine. This machine is also fitted with the Vanguard Oil Guard System – a large oil reservoir and dry sump replaces the usual arrangement. That makes servicing easier and also extends oil change intervals to 500 hours.

“A big benefit to us is dealing with T H WHITE and Lee Miles who operates from the Redditch branch,” Brian added. “When we need support I know I can call Lee and he will pull out all the stops to get us what we need. It’s great to have that sort of back up from a local dealer who will always go the extra mile.”

So how have the Ferris machines performed during their first few months in service? “What you need to understand,” Brian explains, “is that our grass is nothing like you might find on a golf course. In the newer cemeteries where graves have been recently turfed the Ferris mowers deliver exactly what you would expect from a quality machine – a fine cut and a tidy finish. But in our London Road Cemetery – which dates back to 1847 and was designed by Joseph Paxton of Chatsworth and Crystal Palace fame –  we have to contend not only with very rough ground but also scrub that grows up among the grass and around the stones. The Ferris machines take all this in their stride – for example the IS®2100Z has a cutting deck with adjustment from 3.8 to 12.7cm, meaning that any kind of cut can be achieved. The manoeuvrability makes it possible to work carefully around historic monuments, resulting in one of the best preserved Victorian cemeteries in the country. We like to think we contribute to the very special atmosphere in this cemetery which attracts visitors from all over the world.”

T H WHITE Groundcare is a Ferris dealer and any of our Groundcare branches will be pleased to provide you with more information on the Ferris range or arrange a demonstration. Ferris mowers are also imported from the USA by T H WHITE Machinery Imports – if you are interested in becoming a Ferris dealer please contact our Stockbridge branch on 01264 811260.

Building on the huge success of the MP Series, Ransomes has introduced the all-new HM600 wide area mulching flail mower, while Jacobsen’s new TR320 workhorse replaces the TR3. Both are in our 2018 demo fleet waiting for you to try.

The HM600 has been built in collaboration with Müthing to deliver a robust, reliable mower with the ability to tackle the toughest jobs. From a clean, fine, rolled finish across sports pitches to routine cuts, the HM600 leaves an even spread of mulched clippings. It also tackles the irregular cuts, bringing the lesser maintained areas back under control. The HM600 can visit one work site with the versatility to do it all, the productivity to do it fast and the flail technology for superior presentation. Its light weight (2009kg) and 2.1-metre transport width make it easy to move from site to site. You can lift and lower individual decks, or run all three at the impressive 3.2m maximum cutting width to suit your needs.

The Jacobsen TR320 is a triplex cylinder mower that has been created with usability in mind. The three-wheel-drive configuration utilises a 24.8hp Kubota diesel engine, while the cutting units can be raised to a vertical position giving it the narrowest transport width in its class.

The TR320 also features a switch-operated lift and lower system for the cutting unit and an easy-to-use transmission pedal with a mechanical interlock for transport and mow speed control, and an analogue display screen.

We would be happy to tell you much more about the HM600 and the TR320, but there’s really no substitute for trying them yourself to see just how efficient they are, no matter how demanding the job. To get in the driving seat just contact your nearest T H WHITE Groundcare branch and we’ll do the rest!

DON’T FORGET… If you are not necessarily in the market for a new Groundcare machine, we always have an extensive selection of pre-owned equipment, ranging from mowers to tractors, chippers and much else besides. You can view it all at thwhitegroundcare.co.uk.

For a limited period we are pleased to offer three of the most popular Ferris mowers at very special prices PLUS a free service kit with each mower.

Ferris mowers are the only zero-turn mowers with full suspension, allowing each wheel to move independently. This means you have a more comfortable ride, increased productivity, higher mowing speeds and extended mower life.

All these mowers feature iCD rear-discharge cutting decks and are available now from your local T H WHITE Groundcare branch.

Wessex International – the UK maker of professional turf mowers – has responded to requests from users by introducing the new CRX-320 3.2m golf course and sports turf mower.

Featuring a 3.2m wide cut, the CRX-320 promises to be the most nimble and manoeuvrable Wessex mower to date. With a cutting height adjustable from 10 to 100mm and full width rollers, it delivers a ground-hugging precision cut and full width stripe on the turf.

The wide angle PTO makes tight turns easy and best of all only a 35hp tractor is required to operate the CRX-320. Also, only one spool valve is required, making the mower compatible with the simplest tractor.

The Wessex CRX ‘Swing Tip’ blades and simple belt tension make for easy maintenance while 5mm steel plate decks are robust and durable. The machine is covered by a three-year warranty.

Deliveries of the CRX-320 will begin in August, but T H WHITE will be able to offer demonstrations at our Groundcare branches from May, so make sure you book your demo if you want to see just what this remarkable new mower can do.

You can find out more about Wessex International products at www.wessexintl.com.

With the mowing season upon us, T H WHITE’s Groundcare and Machinery Imports Divisions are ready with all the kit to help estate managers tackle the maintenance of lawn, grass or parkland in the most efficient and cost-effective ways.

It’s not just mowers either – we can supply tractors, spreaders, aerators, rollers, hedge cutters, chippers, shredders, ATVs and UTVs, among many other things. It’s a complete groundcare armoury backed up by top quality service and parts to keep you on top of estate management right through the season.

The line-up features some great new products too. One of the most useful recent introductions is the Spider Mini slope mower, a scaled down version of the big remote controlled Spider models with remarkable capabilities for mowing on difficult terrain and slopes up to 30 degrees.

From leading mower manufacturer Ferris comes the new 400S, a robust and economical 48in triple deck ride-on powered by a 23hp Briggs Commercial Series engine and offering side, rear, mulch and mulch/rear combi discharge.

For zero-turn capability and operator comfort the Ferris IS® 600Z 44in rear discharge mower with independent suspension has to be a top choice.

The famous Wright Stander models with easy step-on, step-off design offer the versatility required for challenging terrain or tight and awkward locations.

In terms of compact tractors suitable for estate work it would be hard to beat the new Iseki TLE 3400 premium economy model. With a 38hp engine, 3-range hydrostatic drive, spool valve, PTO, drawbar and ROPS it offers many features usually only found on larger or more expensive tractors.

Also from Iseki come the SXG series of compact ride-on mowers with high levels of manoeuvrability, reliability and integrated grass collection.

If you prefer to use a trailed mower with an existing tractor or ATV we can supply an extensive choice from UK manufacturer Wessex International, or flail mower/toppers from the Logic range.

Of course, there may be times when you only need a machine for a particular task or a limited period, in which case hiring could be an economic option – see www.thwhitegroundcare.co.uk for details.

All users have different requirements, but whatever challenges you face we can ensure you are equipped with the right kit for the job. To find out how we can help you or to arrange a demo of any items, just contact any of our Groundcare branches.

The ever-increasing popularity of Iseki compact tractors and rotary mowers in the UK has led to the formation of a new company, Iseki UK & Ireland, specifically to distribute the Iseki range in the British Isles. The new business is headed by ex-President of Jacobsen, David Withers.

The formation of the new company comes at a time when the Iseki range is being expanded with exciting new products. Among these is Iseki’s TLE3400 premium economy tractor. Fitted with a 38hp engine and three speed hydrostatic transmission and a lift capacity of 1,000kg, this compact model is ideal for a wide range of tasks from golf and groundcare applications to precision agricultural work where its light weight and minimal ground impact are a distinct advantage. Indeed, a TLE 3400 was selected by Harper Adams University in 2017 for a trial operated with Precision Decisions which set out to be the first in the world to drill, tend and harvest a crop without operators on the machines and agronomists in the field.

The Iseki TLE 3400 is supplied with agricultural or turf tyres as standard. An optional front loader is available.

Two new high-performance out-front rotary mower-collectors have also been launched – the Iseki SF224 and SF235, offered with 22hp or 32.5hp Iseki diesel engines and either 54in (1370mm) or 60in(1525mm) wide decks respectively. The new mowers are designed to facilitate grass cutting and collection in difficult areas and are equipped with easy-to-use two-pedal hydrostatic transmission and automatic or selectable 4WD. There is also a lockable differential for use when conditions demand it. To ensure efficient engine cooling the radiator is fitted with an automatic reversing fan, thus preventing blockage of the grille.

The new collector,  with a class leading capacity of 950 litres, is turbine driven providing uninterrupted high-performance grass transition into the collector, ensuring excellent collection of long or short grass in wet or dry conditions, adding a degree of  compaction. The internal reciprocating grass-shoot maximises the filling, increasing productivity. The collector can tip the cut grass at any height up to 2,125mm, allowing easy emptying into waste skips, truck beds or bins.

The new 60in (1525mm) deck is shaft driven, so no belts to replace, with timed overlapping swing tip blades to ensure that no grass is left uncut even when undertaking tight turns. The cutting height can be adjusted, without tools, using a single point height adjustment lever. Both sizes of decks may be fitted with a mulching plate should it be required.

Operators are well catered for with a spacious, comfortable  platform, ergonomic controls and excellent visibility. Please contact any T H WHITE Groundcare branch for full details.