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$2.5 million to light up Manuka Oval
3 weeks ago by: Bradley van Dam
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Dr Richard Gibbs Farewell
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Dr Richard Gibbs Farewell
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Bunker Drainage
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Over-seeding Warm Season Grasses
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Techy Tip
1 week ago -
Mechanics -
Ben Taylor
One factor that is often overlooked by people trying to achieve the perfect quality of cut from their machinery is the correct lubrication of the cutting units.
Looking after a Cylinder Mower
21 Apr 2012 -
Mechanics -
Edwin Roberts
Looking after bowling green and cricket pitch mowers is basic, but it's the key to smooth running and trouble free mowing
Tournament Preparation
16 Apr 2012 -
Mechanics -
Pat Callaby
Tournament preparation - those two words can cause fear or excitement on the golf course. At the very least they mean long hours for everyone, very early starts and, for me personally, very late finishes, as I'm usually the last to leave. It has been known for me not to leave at all, preferring to sleep in my truck ready for the next day's early start.
Rotary Mower Blades
4 Apr 2012 -
Mechanics -
Pat Callaby
A helpful article on the importance of keeping rotary blades sharp and in good order.
GCSAA TV MythBusters: Relief or Spin-Only Reel Grinding?
3 Apr 2012 -
Mechanics -
Editor
Relief or spin-only reel grinding: Which method is really the easiest, quickest and most effective?
Relief Grinding with GTS
3 Apr 2012 -
Mechanics -
Murray Wells
Are you sick of all the AGGRO when it comes to getting your machinery fixed? Are you GREEN with envy at how some clubs have well maintained gear?
Fuel Problems in your Petrol Powered Equipment?
6 Mar 2012 -
Mechanics -
Pat Callaby
Clogged up carburettors are common ailments for any petrol-powered machines, often caused by long term storage without draining or treating the fuel or incorrect filtration.
Engine Maintenance
20 Feb 2012 -
Mechanics -
Adrian Langmead
To get the best from your diesel engine a number of factors have to be taken into consideration.
Moving with the Times
16 Feb 2012 -
Mechanics -
Luke Spartalis
Luke Spartalis, mechanic at Royal Melbourne Golf Club, says that technicians need to adapt to new technology. When Edwin Budding first patented the reel mower back at the turn of the nineteenth century, he could not have envisaged the technology being developed for the golf course industry today.
The Cap that Keeps its Cool!
30 Jan 2012 -
Mechanics -
Pat Callaby
The workings of the humble radiator cap and why it is so important in modern day machinery. When carrying out job interviews for technicians I always slip a radiator cap in my pocket and, at some point, place it on the table and say, "tell me all you know about this cap".
How to Care for your Mower over Summer
28 Jan 2012 -
Mechanics -
Parkland Press
The heat is on for mowers over summer – literally. An increased level of usage and hot summer days places extra demand on your trusty mower.
GCSAA Supports IGCEMA’s Certificate Program
19 Jan 2012 -
Mechanics -
Press Release
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) announces it support of the International Golf Course Equipment Manager's Association (IGCEMA) certificate program.
The Good Oil
16 Jan 2012 -
Mechanics -
Luke Spartalis
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As machinery has evolved, so too have the lubricants associated with their use. Turf technicians are now faced with an enormous selection of fully synthetic, semi-synthetic, biodegradable oils and greases and, of course, the traditional mineral oil-based range.
IGCEMA Releases Sprayer Systems & Calibration Study-Guide
16 Jan 2012 -
Mechanics -
Press Release
The IGCEMA is excited to announce that today we are releasing our 5th competency study guide "Sprayer Systems, Calibration & Troubleshooting"
Blade Runner
10 Jan 2012 -
Mechanics -
Ben Taylor
Looking after bottom blades - how the correct angles and surgical sharpness can help you achieve a superior quality of cut. By Ben Taylor, Technical Training Manager, Bernhard and Company
Innovative parts board for the workshop
4 Jan 2012 -
Mechanics -
Pat Callaby
- 1 comment
An Innovative idea by top mechanic Pat Callaby
How to Change Oil in a Lawn Mower - Do It Yourself
30 Dec 2011 -
Mechanics -
Editor
Lowe's home improvement expert, Mike Kraft, shows how to safely change the oil in your lawn mower for proper maintenance.
Mower Maintenance: Sharpening Reel Units
24 Dec 2011 -
Mechanics -
Editor
Instructional video on mower maintenance, sharpening reel unit.
Microsoft vs Apple vs IBM
17 Dec 2011 -
Mechanics -
Eric Kulaas
We have associations of the companies we deal with. I tend to view Toro as Microsoft’ish without the Bill Gate and company beginning. Jacobsen (and Ransomes) are more along the lines of Apple in that they came up with some game changing products.
Jacobsen Endorses IGCEMA’s Certificate Program
9 Dec 2011 -
Mechanics -
Ellie Parry
The IGCEMA would like to announce that on December 5th 2011 Jacobsen has formally signed on in support of the IGCEMA's Certificate Program that was released to the membership in May of this year.
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