Steve Bullman

Green Plant UK Ltd – Now importers for Energreen Remote Controlled Machines and Norcar Wheeled Mini Loaders Green Plant UK Ltd has announced that it has recently become importers for two European multi-purpose machines. “We are delighted to be working so closely with both Energreen and Norcar. These companies are known for their high quality and market-leading remote controlled power units and wheeled miniloaders,” said Rosemary Brennan, MD of Green Plant UK. Energreen Remote Control Robo Range These are the best-selling machines in their class in the world and up until 31st December 2018 were marketed as the ’McConnel Robocut’ (40hp) and ‘ McConnel RoboMax’ (75hp). Recent improvements to the 40hp model – now called the RoboGREEN evo - include radiator protection, an integrated rear roll bar and an optional additional middle roll bar, an enclosed engine compartment and underbelly, an improved ECU, quick attachment mounting on the front lifter and an optional quick hydraulic kit. The RoboGREEN evo can work on slopes with gradients on or up to 55 degrees and can utilise a large variety of attachments the most popular being the grass flail, forestry heads (able to cut shrubs up to 5cm diameter) and stump grinders. A new Trimmy side arm flail will also be launched in the UK at Saltex 2019. These machines are available for sale or hire and for more information, please contact Green Plant UK on 01483 235111 or visit https://www.greenplantuk.com/sales/energreen-machines/ NORCAR Miniloaders Green Plant is now the sole UK importer for the range of Norcar wheeled Miniloaders. These machines are widely acknowledged across industries as being the most robust and versatile of their type. Superior build quality and design is achieved through precision engineering using only the highest quality steel and ease of maintenance means downtime is minimal. The range currently consists of six models from the smallest machine the 755xc – the little giant with the tightest turning circle on the market – up to the a7545 Turbocharged working Ant capable of lifting 1500kg and working with a huge variety of groundcare, property, agricultural, construction and material handling attachments. For more information on the range please visit the Green Plant UK Norcar website https://www.greenplantuk.com/sales/norcar-wheeled-miniloaders/ or call Green Plant UK on 01483 235111.

STIHL will be showcasing an array of new products at this year’s Saltex exhibition, the UK’s largest event for the grounds care sector, offering professional users more options than ever before to tackle the toughest jobs. Taking centre stage will be a preview of STIHL’s new RMA 765 V PRO mower, which will be the latest addition to STIHL’s expanding range of high-performance professional models. Packed with innovative features, the new cordless mower is designed with a 63cm magnesium twin blade cutting deck, height adjustable front wheels for zero turn, and variable speed, controlled via the digital cockpit. In addition, the solid mono handlebar ensures users can empty the tough fabric 80-litre grass catcher box with ease. Visitors to the stand will be able to see up close the new MSA 220 C-B, the most powerful cordless chainsaw in the STIHL range. Powered by a 36 V Lithium-Ion battery, the new saw comes as standard with the STIHL exclusive 3/8” Picco Super 3 (PS3) full chisel saw chain with a guide bar length of 35cm/14”. The powerful MSA 220 C-B makes quick work of any task and guarantees consistently high-quality cutting performance for felling, snedding, firewood processing and much more, regardless of the battery charge level. The new STIHL BR 800 C-E will also be on display, the latest addition at the top of the range of innovative and high-performance blowers. Producing an impressive blowing force of 41N, the 80cc STIHL 4-MIX® engine runs on a fuel-oil mix just like a 2-stroke model and offers the benefits without the compromises of 4-stroke power. The STIHL 4-MIX® engine provides fast acceleration, more power, added torque, and lower noise during operation to complete jobs quickly and more easily. In addition, the engine offers reduced emissions and increased fuel efficiency. To make getting up and running even easier, the BR 800 C-E is designed with a convenient starting system featured on the side of the machine, allowing users to re-start the blower while wearing it. The simplified starting system also features an automatic choke reset and a switch position on the control handle that is always ‘ON’, ensuring that the professional user can start the BR 800 C-E with ease. For more information please visit www.stihl.co.uk.