Landscape Amenity PRODUCT UPDATE Superseding the Compact


700, the recently upgraded Frontline Compact has been launched by Nomix Enviro. Improvements include upgraded electronics,


re-


chargeable batteries delivering up to 35 hours’ spraying time per charge and wall hooks allowing safe storage.


These


enhancements make the Frontline Compact possibly the most reliable and versatile small volume hand-held herbicide applicator for all amenity users. The Frontline Compact is


available for purchase now. Business Development


Manager for Nomix Enviro, Rachel Robbins commented; ‘The improvements that we’ve made will make weed control so much easier and more efficient for all users.


essence for weed control professionals.


Time is of the The Frontline


Compact is ready to use in minutes. Whether operators are carrying out a follow up spot treatment or a supervisor is completing a site inspection, the operator simply clicks in the ready to use 750ml cartridge, calibrates and starts spraying, with no need for mixing or


Amenity groups unite on threat of pesticide ban


Amenity groups have


spoken out in unison against the possible prohibition of pesticides in public spaces as part of its response to a Government consultation on implementing new EU rules. Industry bodies the Amenity Forum and the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) have


been


finalising their submissions on the Sustainable Use of Pesticides Directive. Both organisations are


against prohibiting pesticide use in public spaces and conservation areas and agree on other key issues such as


training, continuing professional development (CPD) and the costs involved when using alternative methods. BALI technical director Neil


Huck, who is also the senior contracts manager at Ground Control,


would lead to real issues with public areas,


said: "Prohibiting use infestations of


weeds and the creation of real risks to the public.The solution is not banning but ensuring all those who are directly involved in decisions on application are suitably qualified and kept up to date with CPD." Amenity Forum chairman John Moverley agreed: "The Forum


is not in favour of prohibition of use of pesticides in public spaces or conservation areas. While it supports integrated approaches to control,


pesticides often


remain the only option, both economically and indeed effectively." The consultation on the


legislation closed on 4 May. The directive will need to be transposed and implemented by EU member states by 25 November 2011. Huck added: "There is a strong view that the costs associated with maintaining public spaces and amenity areas have been very much underestimated.


New wildflower mixtures


brochure for the amenity sector


Limagrain UK has published a


new 2010 brochure of wildflower mixtures suitable for parks, gardens, landscapes, golf courses and highways.As well as detailing the whole range of AWF wildflower mixtures,


the


brochure also includes valuable technical advice and information on mixture composition. Limagrain UK’s Matt Gresty “The new wildflower


adds:


brochure is a great help in deciding which mixtures are best to use in a given situation. It details the full range available and their suitability for different environments, as well as giving advice on management and maintenance. Mixtures contain


at least 20% British native wildflower species, are varied and colourful, and provide a habitat for butterflies, insects and other wildlife.”


Limagrain Click here to request literature


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Low volume applicator for the amenity market


THE ENVIRONMENT 23


measuring. In times of increased environmental and legislative pressure,


the technically


advanced Frontline Compact can deliver efficient, compliant, cost effective and accurate herbicide applications every time.


It provides targeted


applications with virtually no spray drift, droplet bounce or run-off, minimising the risk to water pollution and the environment. With no breathable droplets


and low volume formulations, Nomix TDC herbicides are safe for operators, bystanders and animals,


bringing complete


peace of mind. There is are a complete range of Nomix TDC herbicides available,


for all


amenity situations, including the only residual product approved for use on both hard and soft surfaces, Nomix Dual, which gives up to 6 months’ control.


Nomix Dual contains 162 g/l (16.8% w/w) isopropylamine salt of glyphosate (equivalent to 120 g/l glyphosate) plus 2.22 g/l (0.23% w/w) sulfosulfuron.


Nomix Enviro Click here to request literature Creeping thistle and spear


thistle are two of just five weeds labelled ‘injurious’ under The Weeds Act 1959 and generally grow in isolated patches so blanket spraying with boom sprayers or knapsack sprayers is wasteful, as well as causing unnecessarily high risk for the environment. Spot treatment is a targeted and environmentally friendly solution. The hand-held Microwipe


from Micron Sprayers offers distinct advantages in accuracy, economy and safety over conventional application methods such as boom or knapsack sprayers,


especially in


environmentally sensitive areas. Operators simply walk through moving the Microwipe over the target plants to directly deliver a lethal dose by direct contact of the herbicide-containing rope wick and the target weed. This will deliver a lethal dose of herbicide onto and into target weed leaves but nowhere else,


making


Microwipe ideal for safe despatch of ‘outstanding’ weeds in clumps, groups or growing individually in grass. Micron also offer a vehicle mounted WeedSwiper for rapid treatment of large areas. Like the Microwipe,


the


Weedstick is a hand-held applicator which can control weeds without impacting on grass and other valued plants.


Micron Sprayers Click here to request literature


Wipe away thistles with no tears


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