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SALTEX
Saltex 2025: Showcasing
the cutting-edge of grounds
management
SALTEX 2025 is gearing up to be the most forward-thinking event in the grounds management calendar,
spotlighting the cutting-edge technologies & solutions rede昀椀ning how outdoor spaces are maintained & managed.
Returning to Birmingham’s NEC
on 12-13 November, the show
brings together the sector’s
leading brands, o昀昀ering visitors
a hands-on look at the tools
shaping the future of grounds
care.
With a strong line-up already
con昀椀rmed, Kersten UK, AriensCo,
MATABI, Long Rake Spar, SGL
and Campey Turf Care Systems,
SALTEX continues to prove why
it’s such an essential 昀椀xture in the
industry calendar.
And this year, visitors can
expect a showcase packed with
the latest innovations from across
the sector.
Innovations on display:
Kersten UK unveils a redesigned
weedbrush attachment for its
pedestrian K-Series tractors.
With a larger brush diameter and
repositioned axle, the new design
improves balance and handling in
tight or uneven areas. Ergonomic
levers make adjustments faster
and more intuitively and delivering
a cleaner 昀椀nish - a smart
upgrade for precision grounds
maintenance.
AriensCo introduces two
professional-grade mowing
solutions:
• Summit Pro Series, a range
of zero-turn mowers with
cutting widths up to 183cm
for commercial and municipal
use. Built for service providers
who clock 500-1,000 hours per
season, the Summit Pro range
delivers up to 29,500 m²/hour
cutting capacity.
• AS-Motor AS 990 Tahr RC, a
remote-controlled rotary mower
designed to safely tackle steep
slopes and challenging terrain.
Its cross-blade system easily
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handles grass up to 1.5 m tall.
Both machines aim to
increase productivity and reduce
operational risk, providing grounds
teams and contractors with robust
tools built to perform reliably in
demanding environments.
Sam Lewis, General Manager
at AriensCo EMEAA, said: “At
AriensCo, we’re committed to
solving real-world problems with
purpose-built machines. The
Summit Pro & AS 990 Tahr RC
are engineered for professionals
who can’t a昀昀ord compromise whether it’s high-output mowing
or safe slope control. With these
launches, we’re expanding what’s
possible for grounds teams,
municipalities & contractors
across EMEAA.”
Matabi presents its electric line
models, including the Evolution 15
LTC and e+ 7. Powered by lithium
batteries, these models o昀昀er up to
10 hours of autonomy, constant
pressure and ergonomic design
- a leap forward in sustainable,
precision spraying.
Keith Godfrey, UK Sales
Manager at MATABI adds: “We’re
proud to introduce the new
Matabi Electric Line at SALTEX
2025 - a major step forward in
professional spraying, o昀昀ering
greater comfort, e昀케ciency and
sustainability,”
This sustainable alternative
to fuel-powered or manual
sprayers is ideal for landscaping
professionals, local authorities and
green space managers looking
to enhance e昀케ciency and reduce
environmental impact.
Grantex Specialist
Aggregates’ Premium Dried
Sports Sand, distributed by
Long Rake Spar, is a precision-
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graded, kiln-dried in昀椀ll designed
to optimise synthetic sports
pitches. Produced in the UK, the
naturally rounded sand provides
exceptional drainage and surface
stability while meeting FIFA Quality
Programme and World Rugby Turf
Performance standards.
This sand improves player
safety and comfort by enhancing
grip and shock absorption
and reduces maintenance
requirements, helping extend the
lifespan and cost-e昀昀ectiveness of
synthetic playing surfaces.
SGL will present three cutting
edge innovations for advanced
pitch care:
• TurfBase is a revamped data
management dashboard with
nine modules including Live
Data, Lighting, Registration
and Energy Monitor, helping
greenkeepers make proactive,
informed decisions via desktop
or mobile.
• SGL TurfRobot is a fully
autonomous UVC-powered unit
that prevents and reduces
grass diseases with minimal
manual input, maintaining
consistent playing conditions.
• Advanced LED Grow Lights
(LED60, LED30 and LED10):
modular grow lighting units
o昀昀ering compact, energye昀케cient solutions tailored to a
variety of pitch requirements.
Campey Turf Care
Systems introduces the Imants
RECYCLINGDRESSER®, a
lightweight machine that aerates
turf vertically and horizontally.
Its smart rear 昀氀ap improves soil
displacement and drying time,
while folding legs aid transport
and storage. The machine
promotes healthier turf with
reduced environmental impact - a
sustainable innovation for modern
turf care.
Lee Morgado, Director Campey
Turf Care says: “This cutting-edge
machine is engineered to deliver
exceptional care for sports turf,
all while promoting sustainable
practices. The inclusion of the
rear 昀氀ap ensures better handling
of displaced soil, reducing waste
and maintaining the integrity of the
turf. Perfect for environmentally
conscious operations, this
machine is the ideal choice for
sports turf professionals seeking
to balance high performance with
ecological responsibility.”
Don’t just take our word for it.
Come and see the innovation for
yourself at SALTEX 2025.
Register for FREE at
www.saltex.org.uk and be
in with a chance of winning a
Cramer Tools Lawn Mower,
complete with charger and
battery, worth £2,240!
