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Professional Groundscare July 2026

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Advanced battery power, built for professional turf care

Dennis E-Series battery mowers are designed to give grounds teams, contractors and local authorities the performance they expect from Dennis, with the added benefits of quieter operation, reduced emissions and lower running costs.

At the heart of every E-Series machine is a custom-built battery system, developed specifically for Dennis mowing applications. From cell selection and module creation to battery casing and Battery Management System, each element has been designed to deliver reliable power, long run time and consistent cutting performance.

The E-Series batteries use high-density NMC cells, carefully selected to provide

more hours of operation between charges. This supports longer run hours in daily use, helping teams cover more ground from a single charge and reducing the need to stop work for battery changes or extended recharging. With a full recharge time of less than two hours, machines can be returned to service quickly, supporting busy maintenance schedules across sports grounds, cemeteries, schools, parks and amenity spaces.

Reliability is central to the Dennis approach. Precision laser welding, plasma cleaning and heat-staking support strong, durable battery construction, while the intelligent Battery Management System helps

optimise performance, battery longevity, power management, heat management and safety.

Each battery is UKCA certified and rigorously tested for shock, vibration, thermal extremes, humidity, altitude and cycling. Every unit also carries a unique serial number for full traceability and quality assurance.

With low hand-arm vibration, reduced noise and superb aftersales support as standard from Dennis, the E-Series range offers a practical, professional route to battery-powered turf maintenance without compromising on finish, performance or confidence.

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Advanced pitch technology in action at nine 2026 World Cup stadiums

SIS Pitches’ advanced sports pitch technology is in action on football’s biggest global stage this summer, contributing to high-performance playing surfaces across nine of the 16 host stadiums at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, including the venue for the final.

This summer’s tournament sees 48 teams compete across a diverse range of climates and venues in the three host nations. SIS Pitches’ technology will play a crucial role in maintaining consistent, world-class playing conditions throughout the tournament, despite the potential for extreme weather and the demands of an expanded fixture schedule.

The UK-headquartered sports pitches specialist has contributed different combinations of its SIS Grass Hybrid reinforced turf system, and subsurface drainage and aeration systems to nine of the

host venues, one of which had its full pitch constructed by the company last summer.

SIS Grass Hybrid is in action at stadiums in San Francisco, Miami, Kansas City, Toronto, Monterrey and host for the final, the New York New Jersey Stadium. The hybrid system sees synthetic fibres stitched into the surface across the entire field to provide increased durability enhanced root growth.

SIS Pitches’ DrainTalent system is being used in Guadalajara, Seattle and Vancouver. Importantly for the world’s biggest football tournament, the system provides vacuum drainage to quickly extract excess water from the pitch in storm conditions to avoid delays or disruption to play.

The pitch in Monterrey was designed and constructed in full by SIS Pitches’ expert team in

2025 and then also maintained in peak condition during CF Monterrey’s regular season. It features SIS Grass Hybrid alongside the company’s SIS Heat Core undersoil heating and SIS Air Core subsurface aeration systems, with the latter promoting healthy growing conditions for the grass while also deploying powerful vacuum drainage

to minimise disruption in the event of extreme rain.

Ivo Lamot, CEO at SIS Pitches said: “Having been involved in the previous two tournaments in Russia and Qatar, we understand how important it is that our technology works alongside that of other partners to ensure each pitch system performs as intended. For

this tournament in particular, expert grounds teams and the best companies in the industry have come together across the stadium network to transform multi-use NFL and MLS venues into high-quality hybrid surfaces for the world’s best players.”

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Mitie and Kress partner to roll out autonomous Kress Voyager mowbots

Mitie and Kress have announced a strategic partnership that will see 24 autonomous Kress Voyager ‘mowbots’ deployed across customer sites throughout the UK, representing one of the largest investments of its kind within the facilities management and landscaping sector.

The rollout combines Mitie’s landscaping expertise with Kress’ advanced autonomous mowing technology, creating a new model for grounds maintenance that blends intelligent

automation with skilled human oversight. Mitie colleagues are developing new digital capabilities as ‘Robot Pilots’, programming and managing the Kress ‘mowbots’ using digital tools to map sites, monitor performance and optimise operations in real time. Working alongside landscaping teams, the autonomous Kress Voyager units safely navigate sites using advanced AI and positioning technology, undertaking routine grass cutting operations throughout the day.

Engineered for elite grounds

Emission-Free Turf Care for Landscapers & Groundskeepers

As sustainability becomes more of a priority for many facilities, robotic mowers offer an efficient, zero-emission solution for maintaining high-quality playing surfaces. Kress RTKn robotic mowers provide high-precision, antenna-free mowing designed for professional turf care.

Efficient Turf Maintenance

Lightweight and autonomous, robotic mowers reduce turf compaction and can operate in wet conditions without damaging surfaces. Working day and night, they maintain consistent, precise standards across sports and amenity areas.

Increased Productivity

Robotic mowers reduce time spent on routine mowing, allowing grounds teams and landscapers to focus on skilled maintenance tasks while improving overall efficiency.

Quiet, Precise & Sustainable

Delivering a consistent cut with near-silent operation, robotic mowers are ideal for sports venues, golf courses, cricket grounds, and public spaces. Kress RTKn technology ensures precise navigation and a professional finish with zero emissions.

The Future of Turf Care

For landscapers and grounds teams, robotic mowing technology offers a sustainable, costeffective approach to maintaining premium turf surfaces.

As fully electric machines, the Kress Voyager fleet supports both Mitie’s and Kress’ shared sustainability ambitions by producing zero direct emissions during operation. Unlike conventional petrol-powered mowing equipment, the Kress ‘mowbots’ operate entirely on battery power, helping improve air quality and reduce carbon emissions across customer estates.

Battery-powered operation also eliminates the risk of fuel and oil spills, supporting cleaner and safer site management.

The autonomous Kress Voyager units are significantly quieter than traditional petrol machinery, making them particularly well suited to sensitive environments such as schools, healthcare facilities, corporate campuses and public spaces where noise reduction is important.

Beyond operational benefits, the ‘mowbots’ contribute to healthier and more sustainable grounds management. Through a process known as ‘grass cycling’, the robots mow little and often, naturally returning fine grass clippings back into the soil. This improves soil health, reduces reliance on fertilisers and helps create stronger, more resilient lawns.

The deployment of the Kress Voyager fleet is the latest innovation within Mitie’s growing robotics programme, joining its successful cleaning robot (‘cobot’) initiatives,

including the deployment of 32 autonomous cleaning robots at Heathrow Airport. Together, these technologies are supporting frontline colleagues, enhancing service delivery and helping customers achieve their sustainability goals: Tim Howell, Managing Director, Landscaping, Mitie, said: “This rollout marks an important step forward in how we deliver grounds maintenance services. Through our partnership with Kress, we are bringing innovative autonomous technology into our landscaping operations while creating new opportunities for colleagues to develop valuable digital skills as Robot Pilots. The Kress Voyager platform supports our commitment to sustainability through quieter, zero-emission operation, while allowing our teams to focus on higher-value landscaping activities.”

Spencer Funnell, Managing Director, Kress, said: “We are delighted to partner with Mitie on this landmark deployment of Kress Voyager autonomous mowing technology. This collaboration demonstrates how robotics and AI can work alongside skilled landscaping professionals to transform grounds maintenance. By combining Mitie’s operational expertise with Kress’ autonomous technology, we are delivering a safer, more sustainable and highly efficient solution that benefits customers, colleagues and the environment alike.”

MM50 for championshipquality courts

Maintaining high-quality natural grass tennis courts is no easy task, particularly when they are expected to withstand weeks of intensive play during a packed summer schedule.

At Rye Lawn Tennis Club in East Sussex, Head Groundsman Adam Stunt has spent the past 16 years ensuring the club’s eight grass courts remain among the finest in the region and MM50 grass seed plays a key role in that success.

Central to the maintenance programme is MM50, a specialist perennial ryegrass mixture.

“It’s what we’ve used for the entire time I’ve been here,” said Adam. “It’s something that we massively respect and rely on because of the quality of the seed and the results that we get year after year.”

MM50 delivers a fine-textured, hard-wearing sward with excellent shoot density, close-mowing tolerance and rapid recovery from wear. The mixture is treated with Headstart® GOLD, helping to

promote fast establishment and strong early growth.

For Adam, the speed of germination remains one of the product’s standout features.

“That is something that’s always amazed me,” he said. “The speed at which germination happens is unbelievable. The quickest I’ve had over the years is about five days from seed going in. Obviously that’s not full growth, but you’re definitely seeing it sprouting. It’s something we really can’t fault.”

The demands placed on the courts are significant. During the club’s annual open tournament and associated tennis festival, all eight courts can be in constant use from morning until evening for several consecutive weeks.

Despite the intense wear, MM50 continues to deliver the durability and recovery required to maintain playing standards.

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Centurion Club places trust in DSV’s Eurograss range

At Centurion Club in St Albans, course manager Andy Garland knows every inch of the golf course because he helped build it from the ground up.

Today, as the club continues to host some of the biggest events in professional golf, Andy relies on Eurograss Dual Use grass seed mixture to help maintain consistent playing surfaces throughout the year in increasingly challenging weather conditions. Andy leads a team of 12 full-time greenkeepers,

with numbers doubling during tournament preparation weeks.

“When I started my career, you probably wouldn’t have a mower out from November until April,” he said. “Now we’re mowing all year round because of the mild weather. We get a month’s rainfall in a day and then go months without rain.”

As a result, drought tolerance, wear tolerance and recovery have become increasingly important factors when selecting

seed mixtures. That search for improved performance led Andy to trial the Eurograss Dual Use mixture, supplied through Turfcare and recommended partly due to its strong STRI rankings.

Initially introduced for repairs and divoting work on tees and fairways, the results quickly caught Andy’s attention. “I was very pleased with Dual Use and how it worked,” he said. “It helped recover divots quicker and even in droughty

conditions on non-irrigated areas.” Eurograss Dual Use is a hard-wearing amenity grass seed mixture designed for areas that need to look good while coping with regular use and changing weather conditions.

Combining high-quality perennial ryegrasses with strong creeping red fescues, it delivers excellent wear tolerance, strong recovery and impressive drought resilience.

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Campey introduces water-powered sand injection

Campey Turf Care Systems is distributing the VGR TopChanger XP, adding the proven Dutch soil-improvement system to its specialist machinery offering.

Developed by VGR Equipment and refined through more than ten years of use in elite sports turf environments, the TopChanger XP is designed to tackle some of the most persistent challenges faced by turf managers, including compaction, poor drainage, organic matter accumulation, and limited maintenance windows. The machine delivers measurable soil improvement while minimising disruption to play and surface availability.

For 40 years Campey have introduced industry defining machinery that has changed the way natural and hybrid pitches are maintained and provided customers with honest, practical turf care advice.

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surface disturbance associated with traditional hollow tining or topdressing.

The TopChanger XP has a working width of 1.6 metres, a 250-litre sand hopper and an operating weight of 700 kg, making it suitable for regular use on golf greens, football pitches, and training surfaces.

At the core of the TopChanger XP is a unique water-powered aeration and sand injection process. High-pressure water, typically between 200 and 290 bar, is used to create channels within the soil profile. Sand, either wet or dry, is then injected directly into the rootzone through two injection blocks fitted with a total of 20 injectors. This approach increases infiltration, dilutes organic matter throughout the profile, and promotes deeper, healthier root growth, all in a single pass and without the

The latest XP model incorporates several refinements, including an improved hopper design to reduce spillage, upgraded software to reduce water usage, a new LED touchscreen display and simplified operation. Practical enhancements such as improved weight distribution, wire roller scrapers front and rear, and a rear-mounted hose improve surface cleanliness and manoeuvrability during use.

A key benefit of the system is its flexibility. The TopChanger XP can operate in wet conditions, requires only two operators, and can be used as a wateronly aeration tool in areas where irrigation infrastructure would make conventional tining unsuitable.

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Farol offers a superior range

Farol Ltd is a leading John Deere machinery dealership supporting professional landscapers, sports turf managers and local authorities across Central and Southern England.

We work closely with sports clubs, councils, contractors and estates to supply and support the right grass cutting equipment for every site and schedule.

Whether you’re maintaining sports pitches, public parkland, private estates or roadside verges, we have the machines to match the work.

From large area ride-on mowers and flail machines through to

compact and articulated options for tighter or more varied terrain, our brands John Deere, Major, Grillo and Avant cover the full range of professional grass cutting requirements.

For trimming, edging and detail work, STIHL’s handheld range ensures a complete solution from one supplier.

Whatever the application, Farol’s team is on hand with the product knowledge and aftersales support to keep your operation running.

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Innovative approaches in turf health with Consolidate Turf

Consolidate Turf is proudly reflecting on 20 years of innovation, growth, and success in the sports turf industry.

From its humble beginnings to becoming a recognised leader in turf health solutions, the company has steadily expanded its reach and influence, helping countless grounds teams achieve resilient, high-performance surfaces.

Under the leadership of owner and Managing Director Paul Benson, the company has established itself as a leading force dedicated to supporting the health and resilience of sports turf. Its philosophy is

centred on equipping plants with the foundational elements and support systems needed to thrive under a wide range of environmental stresses. Rather than following traditional methods, the firm has developed products that focus on efficient uptake and practical results in the field.

A hallmark of the approach is the ongoing refinement of product application. Working closely with grounds teams and end users, solutions are ensured to perform reliably across varying climates, soil types, and grass species. There is a strong emphasis on making products that are simple to use

Club enjoys steady growth with Suståne

Like most, the objective for James Cleaver – Course Manager at Stratford Oaks Golf Club – is to achieve year-round consistency when it comes to plant health and play quality.

A steady, reliable nutrition programme has become a key part of that effort and, over the last 18 months, Suståne’s 5-2-4+Fe slow-release naturel base fertiliser has played an increasingly important role.

“After trialling Suståne’s 5-2-4+Fe in autumn 2024, we emerged in the spring in a healthier place which then encouraged us to up the applications to four or five times a year – focusing

on the high disease pressure windows,” he explained.

“Another great thing with this product is it doesn’t trigger a massive flush of growth like you get with some other fertiliser products. Application is also easy – the small prill quickly gets into the sward so, when applied in conjunction with predicted rainfall it doesn’t disrupt our mowing programme.”

The product’s all-purpose nature makes it ideal for a range of sports turf and landscape applications, providing a quick green up followed by long lasting slow-release organic nitrogen.

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and flexible, allowing grounds professionals to apply them in different weather conditions and consistently achieve robust turf performance.

Unlike conventional fertilisers, the Consolidate range is designed as a plant health solution rather than just a nutrient input. The unique application methods target the root zone, supporting the turf’s natural ability to manage stress and recover from daily challenges. This focus on the root system encourages strong plant development, improved stress tolerance, and consistent outcomes on real-world sports surfaces.

Products have been shaped by ongoing feedback from the industry, with a constant emphasis on practical solutions that are easy to implement and cost-effective.

Collaboration with users also enables continuous improvements, keeping maintenance straightforward while optimising the potential of the playing surface.

Ultimately, the company’s mission is to provide the building blocks and support needed for resilient, high-functioning turf.

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Consolidate Plus+ promotes natural plant hormones, auxins in the roots and cytokinins in the shoot tips to keep the plant balanced and healthy.

Silvermere invests in Hunter Irrigation upgrade

At Silvermere Golf Course, irrigation plays a critical role in maintaining the high standards expected of its 18-hole championship parkland course.

Under the guidance of Course Manager Tim Muir, the Surrey venue has undertaken a major inhouse irrigation upgrade project using a range of Hunter irrigation products supplied by KAR UK.

“Probably four or five years ago we were running on an old PVC system, and we had endless problems with it, so we made the decision to upgrade,” he said.

“We started a three-year project of an in-house irrigation install, which originally covered greens, tees and approaches.” During the early stages of the project, Tim was introduced to KAR

UK’s Carl Sharp - Golf Sales Manager UK & Ireland, who recommended a range of Hunter products including G-85, I-25 and I-20 rotors.

Following the success of the initial installation, Silvermere expanded the project further by introducing fairway irrigation across the entire course using Hunter’s G-85 golf rotors.

“The last year just gone, we decided to add fairway irrigation to the full course, which we then went with the Hunter G-85 heads,” said Tim. “They’ve been great. We’ve just finished the install now and have been running them over the last few weeks with great results, so we’re really pleased with them.”

The Hunter G-85 rotor is designed specifically for golf applications and is renowned for its durability, torque output and efficient water distribution. Its patented geardrive system and self-cleaning design have proven particularly

valuable at Silvermere.

The flexibility of the nozzle selection has enabled the Silvermere team to tailor irrigation precisely to different areas of the course.

Efficient water use was a major consideration throughout the project, particularly as the club relies heavily on mains water.

For the tees, Silvermere installed a combination of Hunter I-25 and I-20 rotors, allowing the team to match sprinkler performance to different tee sizes and layouts.

The Hunter I-25 rotor is widely regarded for its durability and versatility, offering a large nozzle selection and built-in check valve to improve water efficiency. Meanwhile, the I-20 provides flexibility for smaller areas thanks to its broad nozzle options, vandalproof drive mechanism and precise arc adjustment.

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Craigielaw’s commitment to championship standards continues

Craigielaw Golf Club has underlined its long-term commitment to delivering championship-quality playing conditions with a significant new investment in Toro turfcare equipment and the support services of distributor Reesink Turfcare’s ReeAssure Gold package.

The East Lothian links venue has moved to an exclusively Toro fleet following a detailed 16-month review process, with course quality, reliability and long-term support being the focus of the process.

For Course Manager Paul Hay, the move reflects the club’s ambition to continually raise standards as demands on the course increase through growing visitor play and a busy tournament calendar.

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“After extensive demonstrations and discussions with suppliers, Toro and Reesink emerged as the standout choice,” Paul says. “This investment shows the club’s commitment to improving course standards and our confidence in adopting a new supplier.”

Craigielaw is hosting a number of high-profile events in 2026, including Open Regional Qualifying and the R&A Girls’ Amateur Championship, placing pressure on the team to maintain consistent presentation and performance throughout the season.

“In the demonstrations that formed part of the process I was reminded of the benefits of the clever design and technology the brand offers,” he added. “Things like the manoeuvrability provided by the three-wheel design of the Reelmaster 3575-D and the flexible cutting units of the Reelmaster 3100-D with Sidewinder really impressed us.”

The introduction of the SideWinder is one that delivers a significantly improved course aesthetic, says Paul: “The biggest difference is on the bunker cutting – now we can get in even closer to the bunkers and keep the tops tighter, which significantly enhances the course’s overall presentation.”

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The versatility of the Grillo FD2200TS proves a winner

The Grillo FD 2200TS is a commercial out-front mower with collection, offering exceptional output in both large open spaces and tighter areas thanks to its excellent maneuverability, short wheelbase and tight turning radius.

Its permanent 4WD system with automatic diff-lock, 155cm cutter deck, 1,400-litre high-tip grass box and powerful 47hp Yanmar engine make it incredibly capable in all conditions, particularly when cutting and collecting in wet weather.

Using the rotary deck attachment makes it possible to collect all of the leaves during autumn with just one operator, saving significant man hours elsewhere on the course.

This adaptability is one of the machine’s greatest strengthsit is never left sitting unused in

the shed. Kevin O’Neill, from Howley Hall Golf Club, said: “When purchasing machinery for the golf course, it is essential that the equipment can perform the task efficiently while remaining simple for the greenkeeping team to operate.

“Our Grillo FD 2200TS has certainly delivered on both fronts.

“Originally purchased as a scarify collector to help manage rough areas and encourage finer grasses, the machine has become an invaluable part of our maintenance programme.

“Alongside other management techniques, it has enabled us to carry out turf management to a very high standard.”

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Smarter turf management with semi-autonomous mowing

The latest generation of precision turf renovation equipment is helping operators achieve more with fewer resources while maintaining consistently high standards across sports turf, parks, amenity areas, commercial landscapes and public spaces.

SABO MOWIT PRO systems are designed to provide grounds maintenance professionals with a practical solution for maintaining large grassed areas while reducing operator hours.

Offering remote-control or semi-autonomous operation, the MOWIT PRO allows maintenance teams to manage

extensive grassed areas, parks, sports facilities, open spaces, roadside verges, business parks and amenity land with minimal supervision. The ability to remotely control the machine also offers significant advantages where operator safety can become a concern, particularly on slopes and challenging terrain.

Semi-autonomous operation further reduces labour demands by enabling the mower to follow pre-planned work patterns while maintaining a consistent quality of cut.

For organisations facing ongoing recruitment challenges and

BATTERY POWERED LARGE AREA MOWER

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increasing labour costs, this technology allows skilled staff to be redeployed to higher-value maintenance tasks, improving productivity without compromising overall site presentation. As turf maintenance continues to evolve, machinery is increasingly being judged not simply by productivity, but by its ability to address labour shortages, improve sustainability and enhance overall surface quality.

• Choice of rear-discharge or mulching cutting deck The all new MOWIT PRO is a highly efficient, battery powered large area mower specifically engineered for demanding commercial application available in remote control or semi-autonomous models.

Taking the stress out of line marking

Crosshouse Community Football Club is a volunteerrun grassroots club in Scotland responsible for maintaining eight football pitches.

When the club’s experienced groundsman sadly passed away, the club’s volunteers suddenly had to take on a specialist job with little or no prior experience.

Volunteers, including club president Neil McNaughton, had to learn how to measure pitches, create right angles, maintain consistent lines and prepare surfaces for a busy fixture schedule.

With eight pitches to look after and limited time available, relying on manual marking was

no longer practical. The winter football calendar added another problem: when pitches were unused for weeks, the club still had to re-mark lines simply to avoid losing the layouts, wasting both paint and volunteer hours.

After seeing Turf Tank through an online advert, McNaughton arranged a demonstration.

Within 18 months, the robotic line marking system had become central to the club’s grounds operation. Instead of a volunteer walking every line manually, Turf Tank can be set up in around five minutes and then left to mark the pitch while volunteers get on with other jobs. This allows the team to double up on tasks, such as

OAS extends exclusive UK partnership with TinyMobileRobots

Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) are delighted to announce the extension of their exclusive UK distribution agreement with TinyMobileRobots, marking a significant milestone in a partnership that sets the standard for line marking and robotic solutions across the industry.

This renewed long term agreement, reflects a shared commitment to innovation, customer-focused development and the delivery of best-in-class technology. By strengthening its ties with one of the sectors leading innovators, OAS reaffirms its position at the forefront of robotic line marking solutions in the UK.

The partnership combines TinyMobileRobot’s advanced range of robotic platforms with more than a decade of industry experience within the OAS team. With the addition of OAS’ established

customer relationships, market leading Duraline and Impact paint ranges and comprehensive service infrastructure, customers benefit not only from unbeatable quality and cutting-edge technology, but also from the training and support required to maximise the markers full potential.

Richard Walton, OAS Managing Director, said, “From the very beginning, TinyMobileRobots demonstrated a second to none level of understanding. From robotic engineers to grounds professionals working at all levels of the game, their focus is, and always has been, on understanding how technology could be enhanced to better serve the end user. From their knowledge and research and our feedback from the field, the result is a range of products that are intuitive, highly-efficient and easy to use.”

“We are incredibly proud of the strong and successful partnership we’ve built with TinyMobileRobots and look forward to our future collaboration as we look to take the technology to the next level.”

Daniel Breum, CEO of TinyMobileRobots added, “Working with a partner of Origin’s calibre and reputation in the UK market is a distinct privilege for us. Our relationship has evolved and our two

organisations interact on multiple levels daily, driven by a shared goal to deliver an exceptional customer experience.”

“Looking ahead to the future, I am incredibly excited to strengthen this partnership even further, utilising our combined strengths to set new benchmarks for quality and service in the industry.”

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mowing one area while the robot marks another.

A major benefit is consistency. Pitch layouts are saved in the Turf Tank app, so volunteers no longer need to re-measure or remember where markers and corner flags should go.

When football resumes after winter, the robot can pick up from the saved layout and produce accurate lines from the first run.

This removes much of the guesswork and gives inexperienced volunteers the confidence to create pitches to a reliable standard. For the President, the value lies not only in time savings but in the

reassurance that the job is being done properly.

The pitches look sharper, the process is repeatable and volunteers no longer have to worry about whether lines are straight, accurate or consistent.

This matters in a club where the same people often juggle grounds work with coaching, administration and family commitments.

By saving time, reducing paint use, preserving layouts and improving confidence, Turf Tank has helped ease the pressure on the volunteers who keep the club running.

GroundTech secures UK distribution for SWOZI linemarkers

GroundTech, one of the country’s principal suppliers of autonomous and specialist groundcare and turf maintenance equipment, is the exclusive UK-wide distributor for SWOZI – globally recognised as leading manufacturers of highperformance linemarking equipment.

The partnership strengthens GroundTech’s offering to sports clubs, schools and community venues around the country by bringing the full SWOZI linemarker range to the UK market, backed by renowned sales, service and aftercare support.

SWOZI is a Swiss sports technology company with strong foundations in machine automation.

manual markers, with a variety of configurations and spray systems to suit different budgets and marking requirements. All SWOZI machines are designed with operator comfort, ease of use and long service life in mind, giving you complete control over linemarking whether you manage a single pitch or multiple sites.

“The combination of GroundTech’s established UK market presence and customer relationships with SWOZI’s technological expertise results in a strong partnership with clear customer benefits” says Marc Burgunder, Marketing & Sales Manager at SWOZI.

The cutting-edge GPS and robotic technology embedded within their professional range helps to improve efficiency, simplify workflows and meet sporting codes with 100% accuracy. At the forefront of the range is the SWOZI Auto, an advanced linemarker engineered for robust reliability, accuracy and consistency. Ideal for high-use environments where performance and efficiency are key, the SWOZI Auto features intuitive operation and automated paint flow control for reduced paint waste.

Alongside the SWOZI Auto is a range of semi-autonomous and

A sentiment echoed by GroundTech Director Marcus Glover, “SWOZI’s reputation for quality and innovation aligns perfectly with our commitment to supply industry-leading maintenance solutions to the professional market. The SWOZI Auto in particular delivers an outstanding solution for customers looking to improving marking accuracy and productivity, without the financial outlay associated with other robotic markers currently available.”

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