March 2005

University Challenge

A Dakota Turf Tender 412 from Campey Turf Care Systems has gone to the top of the class at Staffordshire University. The versatile unit has been selected by Grounds Manager David Ashley for a wide range of top-dressing and spreading tasks.

The 412 will be used for light but frequent applications of top-dressing, particularly on heavily worn sports turf areas, applying 5-10 tonnes per pitch at a time. The high work-rate machine offers a spreading width of 2-9m and has a capacity of approximately 3 tonnes.

Staffordshire University also plans to use its Dakota for filling drainage channels, dressing Redgra surfaces and synthetic grass pitches, and for spreading salt on icy car parks. A genuine all-rounder!