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The dry weather has allowed us to start a little earlier on many of our spring operations and it has been a blessing for the cricket and tennis guys in particular. The warm daytime temperatures have also encouraged some regrowth and recovery, although it will be another few weeks before this kicks in fully. There has been some recent discussion on the message boards about postponed games and it was great to see everyone rally around those that had lost games to the weather. The recent cold night time temperatures meant that we (Wolves) also lost a fixture against Scunthorpe, after our undersoil heating system had failed the previous night. Even the doubled up frost covers on the south end goalmouth were unable to prevent a -7°C frost from penetrating to a depth. In other news we have been doing a bit of growing ourselves with the addition of two new staff in our Sales team. They have been adding some new ranges to the Shop and we will be bringing you all the news and latest offers under separate e-mails. Bring on the Spring! Best Wishes Dave Saltman, MD Pitchcare Proliance Quattro
Proliance Quattro is a revolutionary new total herbicide for professional grounds maintenance, with the first ever enhanced active ingredient formulation of glyphosate using the unique Syngenta System 4 Technology. Proliance Quattro is designed to give better coverage of the leaf surface, faster uptake and more reliable results under a wider range of conditions, including hard water areas that can see performance of conventional glyphosate products reduced by 30%. Approved for a full range of professional uses and with the flexibility in rates to control the complete spectrum of weeds, Proliance Quattro also has a good environmental profile, essential for today’s professional landscape maintenance use. Click here to download the latest Syngenta total weed control Technical Update, or visit the web site www.greencast.co.uk. *Stop Press*Just confirmed - Winter Sports Training Day
This course is designed to provide a basic knowledge of grounds maintenance for winter sports surfaces (football and rugby) and will be of equal benefit to those who work alone on a sports ground, including volunteers and part time grounds people, or members of groundstaff teams. The course will be delivered by Pitchcare’s own Dave Saltman, so you can be sure that as well as enjoying a range of practical training, you will pick up lots of tips and sound advice. Dave will demonstrate the skills required to provide, maintain and renovate the playing surface before, during and after the playing season. In addition, each delegate will receive a comprehensive Winter Sports Turf Maintenance Manual for future reference and as a reminder of the techniques and skills covered on the day. The total cost is excellent value at just £85 + VAT per person, which includes all training, the Winter Sports Turf Maintenance Manual, lunch and refreshments, and a Pitchcare Certificate of Attendance. Numbers limited. To book your place, Click here or e-mail chris@pitchcare.com. Hot Items
Trailer Blazing - ECB Pitch Adviser, Mel Pooley, talks about the continuing success of the ECB Cricket Groundsman Trailer. The Race that stops a Nation - the preparation for and the aftermath of the Melbourne Cup. Trees versus Turf - the problems and benefits of trees on the golf course. Talk to Me - the importance of communication with your committee and club members. Nematodes - Is there a reason why they are increasing? FREE EDUCATIONAL EVENT - PROMOTING A HEALTHIER PITCH In conjunction with Bernhard and Company we are offering Pitchcare members an educational seminar and hands-on demonstration on the benefits of a cylinder sharpening programme. The event is free and is open to all Head Groundsmen, Groundsmen and Grounds Managers. To be held at Wolverhampton Wanderers training ground on Wednesday 2nd April, the topics being covered include:- * An in-depth look at the cylinder and bottom blade function * Impact of poor mower maintenance * Improving the function of cylinders and bottom blades * Relationship between mower maintenance and turf health * Discussing the agronomic benefits * Reducing the costs of fungicides, herbicides and fertilizers * Improving turf quality and resilience * Improving turf appearance * Improved playing conditions Space for this event is limited, so please contact Catherine McEwan or Diane Caldwell at Bernhard and Company, phone number 01788 811600. Shop Offers
Steel Dragmats - Perfect to work topdressing in to turf quickly and evenly, and for the dispersal of grass clippings. Raycam Rubber Dragmats - Use to remove morning dew, which helps to prevent fungal activity; especially effective on fine turf surfaces such as golf and bowls. Also suitable for grooming sand-filled synthetic pitches and hard porous playing surfaces. New heavy duty rubber mats now in store. Moss Killer - Range of moss killers to tackle problem outbreaks on both grass, using iron formulations, and on hard surfaces with MMC Pro.
Make ordering easy for your Council, business or sports club. Open an account and place an order in excess of £250 and we'll send you a pocket digital thermometer, worth £22.50, free of charge. Offer ends 31st March 2008. JobsArea Sales Representative - UK and Ireland.Sales Engineer/Field Sales Engineer- Gloucestershire. Sole Groundsman - Hertfordshire. Chief Groundsman - Birmingham. Territory Manager - London. Regional Manager Amenity – Northern England and North Wales. Assistant Groundsman - Uxbridge, Middlesex. Technical Sales - South West England. The complete list of current vacancies are available on the Pitchcare website You can advertise your vacancy on Pitchcare for just £100 plus VAT. Do you want a regular update of when new vacancies become available? You can receive a Jobs Alert on a weekly or monthly basis by going into Your Account and adding to your email preferences. Used MachineryMore than 70 machines for sale; here are some of the latest on offer:-
Wiedenmann Terra Spike - £1950. Lloyds Palladin - £1500. Kioti CK30H Tractor - £8950. Bearcat Chipper/Shredder - £4500. Charterhouse 7316 Vertidrain - £7250. Auto Roller 3AR - £5500. Ransomes Highway 2130 - £3995. Sisis 600 Rotorake - £3250. Ransomes T-PLEX 180 - £1950. Allett 38" - £1500. Multione S20d Loader - £7500. Jacobsen Fairway LF3400 Diesel - £2200. Techneat Pedestrian self propelled sprayer - £800. The complete list can be seen here. |
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