“A beast of a machine that has increased our efficiency without downgrading quality”
without downgrading the quality of cut. The rotary blades are re-sharpened every week. We have reduced our cutting time by nearly 40%. This has been achieved by the mere fact there is less time taken to check heights of cut and setting blade sharpness compared to cylinder mowers, and the fact that we have a greater cutting width setting. The rugby pitches are maintained at a height of 32mm and football 25mm. However, we still use our cylinder triple mowers to cut all cricket outfields at 13mm.
All this work has only been achievable because of the commitment of my staff. There are eighteen full time staff, of which seven are dedicated sports turf groundsmen. It has been their ability to change and take on new responsibilities that has been so helpful, coupled with the fact that they are keen to learn new skills and, above all, understand why they are doing these tasks that has made the difference. They are no longer grass cutters. They
are skilled groundsmen who now have a better understanding of the principles and practices of groundsmanship. By the mere fact that I have brought a new culture to the school we are now beginning to see the fruits of our labour.
New Toro equipment and a Soil Reliever have been purchased
The presentation of all the facilities, including the artificial surfaces, is now well received by pupils and teaching staff alike. We shall continue to raise the standards of the school in the coming years. I am currently planning further improvements to the working conditions at the school. We are looking to build a brand new mess room and teaching facility that will encompass new storage facilities for machinery, thus improving the working conditions for my staff. Without dedicated, motivated, staff you have nothing. I am sure we will face a lot of new
challenges in the coming years. The standards will continue to rise while the school continues to support me and my staff with the right resources and budgets. To achieve these new goals and objectives we cannot afford to stand still. Time waits for no one.
All Soil Reliever machines produce an effect,
which we refer to as “the circle”. This allows the operator to change the tine depth instantly while operating, without changing the tine angle. This design is unique to the Soil Reliever. “The circle” is just one of the many great features incorporated into the entire line of Soil Reliever deep tine aerifiers – backed by a 2-YearWarranty. Distributed by:
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