MACARTHUR ANGLICAN SCHOOL

"Just a few words to say how pleased we are with the de-thatching job on the schools main oval.

We have more than accomplished what we set out to achieve. Not only has the thatch been totally removed in a one-pass operation leaving a clean smooth level, finish we have benefited in other areas.

Our field now is a stable, tight sward of "Windsor Green" couch grass after a very speedy recovery. Eradication of some minor weed problems "Paspalum" has been an added bonus.

Over-burden has re-established grass to eroded swales and batters, the remaining stockpiles have been ear marked as an ideal recycled source of humus for the school’s gardens.

The speed and efficiency of the "Koro Fieldtopmaker" was a treat to see. No more long winded multiple scarifying, brushing, vacuuming and messy clean-up operations that really only achieve a thatch reduction not complete thatch removal as the Koro achieves.

Thank you for a job well done."

CAMDEN LAKESIDE COUNTRY CLUB

"Thought it is about time, 10 days since the job, that I congratulate you on the excellent job carried out by your Fieldtopmaker on my "Wintergreen" couch practice tee.

I have been in the turf industry now for about 28 years and not since my days as a bowling greenkeeper, remember the Godwin & Winston Suttle shavers, have I seen a machine that can remove mat and thatch so efficiently like the Fieldtopmaker. By being able to load straight into a trailer via the conveyor belt, by the way 20 trailers loads came off my 1300m tee, the job was complete in about 2.5 hours. The surface left by the machine was clean and level given the uneven surface of the tee to start with I am more than happy seeing only approximately 10-20mm was removed.

I have just finished giving the tee its first cut and could not be happier with the new growth.

The Recycling Top-dresser that you demonstrated for me is the way for clubs to cut down on the amount of topdressing sand bought each year to renovate tees & greens. Not only did it deep slice the turf but the amount of sand brought to the surface and evenly spread did not require me to add any further sand to the area. Another winner that has enormous potential at my club.

I look forward to doing this tee next year and if you are successful in bringing the smaller Fieldtopmaker into Australia I would seriously consider doing all my tees and maybe some of my less undulating fairways.

Continued success with your Koro machines."

SYDNEY FOOTBALL STADIUM

"Layering of the soil profile at the SFS had occurred following resurfacing that was required to fit within criteria of FIFA to hold Olympic Soccer competition. This result in layering of the soil profile, which limited root penetration and surface stability for the coming NRL competition. It was decided to use the Koro Recycling Top-dresser to improve the root penetration, water infiltration and intermix the two sand layers that had developed."

Close inspection of the profile 1, 2, & 3 weeks after the Koro Recycling Dresser had been over the field the following observations:-

Root penetration length and penetration had increased significantly due to the avenues made through the slicing action of the machine.

Water infiltration has also improved, following irrigation and rain events surface ponding had been reduced significantly.

The recycling effect of the existing profile soil obviously improved surface levels.

Root mass branching had improved in approximately 3 weeks."

CITY OF RYDE COUNCIL

"Recycle dressing is the most cost effective method of rejuvenating tired, compacted surfaces that I have used. It provides aeration, de-compaction and topdressing in one operation with only minimal surface disturbance. The results achieved are like no other operation, and they are sustained throughout the growing season. The improvement in infiltration, surface growth and resilience are testament to the effectiveness of this machine, Recycle dressing has become a integral part of Councils cultural maintenance on its sports fields, and results speak for themselves."

WIN STADIUM - WARM UP AREA

"Drainage had always been a problem for us in the past, since "Recycling Dressing" last spring the rainfall had during the off season would typically have caused puddling and unplayable conditions. These issues were not a problem once I had Sustainable Turf Renovations complete my renovation works."

CONCORD OVAL

"Since renovating my field with the "Koro Recycling Dresser" the wet weather playability has improved 100%. The machine has improved the drainage by breaking through profile laying creating passageways to link up with the drains. We are now "in-play" when we would have previously had to call games and/or training off."

SYDNEY UNIVERSITY SPORT & FITNESS

"Best results in years. Highly Improved strike rate. We will undoubtedly be using this machine in all future seeding works."

MOUNTIES SPORTS CLUB

"Best Germination rate ever. The field is looking as good as I have ever seen it. Will be using Sustainable Turf Renovations seeding services again next year. Extremely Happy with the results."

ENERGYAUSTRALIA STADIUM - NEWCASTLE

"In 2003 as Curator at EnergyAustralia Stadium (Newcastle), I could foresee that the ground was nearing the time for a reconstruction, proactively I began researching turf species for a reconstruction. I decided to trial a number of potential turf species that would be suitable for the stadium. The turf species used in the trial were Cynodon dactylon 'Conquest', Cynodon dactylon 'Legends' and the Paspalum vaginatum 'Sea Isle'.

Although the 'Sea Isle' had the best colour, it was 'Conquest' that was far superior to the other trial species. The aggressive nature of the 'Conquest' saw it literally grow over its competitors, with at least twice the growth rate. After extensive wear its recovery rate was the fastest and with its excellent rhizome, stolon and root structure I confidently decided that'Conquest' was the most suited for my needs.

In December 2004 with the help of Geoff Hatton, from Manouvre Mow I chaffed the stadium surface with 'Conquest'. Six weeks after planting, a stolon was 500mm in length, extraordinary considering that there was no foliage growth in the first two weeks. The surface was playable after 8 weeks.

In late June 2005 the 'Conquest' is still quite active for couch (considering the time of year) with shoots and white roots still appearing out of the nodes. This will allow for easy removal of the rye grass and re-establishing the 'Conquest' to a mono strain in spring, earlier than usual.

Due to the favourable characteristics of 'Conquest' that is, its aggressive nature and the reduced dormancy period. I have no hesitation in recommending this brilliant couch to other greenkeepers."