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Foamstream redefines weed control and business for DB Premier Solutions
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Weedingtech has been described as a ‘ gamechanger ’ in the world of weed control by contractors DB Premier Solutions . In fact , owner Darren Baldwin was so impressed with the versatility of the system , that his new venture revolves solely around his L12 unit - opening doors to customers in both the commercial and domestic markets .
With more than two decades of experience under his belt maintaining the world-leading sports surfaces at Tottenham Hotspur Football Club , Darren admits he seldom gets excited about new machinery – but that changed upon his discovery of Foamstream . “ In the Premier League , sustainability is at the forefront of what we do . However , our pursuit of solutions that are more environmentally-friendly cannot be to the detriment of effectiveness or surface quality .” Darren continues , “ Foamstream first dropped onto my radar when I saw it in action at another Premier League Club . We then hired a unit at Tottenham and I was sold . I liked the versatility of it and could see it had real mileage – it ’ s probably one of only a handful of innovations that have come along and really changed the market .”
“ In wanting to pursue something different , and take life a little gentler , I purchased an L12 from Campey Turfcare Systems in November 2023 and established DB Premier Solutions in the new year . It ’ s proving itself day after day , gaining interest from new and retuning customers and now means I ’ m just as busy as ever !”
Above : Darren Baldwin of DB Premier Solutions ( left ) pictured with Weedingtech ’ s Tom Hamilton . Below : A domestic driveway before and after treatment with Foamstream
As the worlds leading herbicide-free weed control solution , Foamstream kills weeds , moss and algae using the precise application of hot water insulated by a specially-formulated , biodegradable and organic foam . Available in the UK via Campey Turfcare Systems , Foamstream targets unwanted vegetation as well as the surrounding spores , delivering control comparable to traditional chemical alternatives in a range of applications and environments .
“ Its versatility means that one day I can be in a football club , treating weeds in areas that are environmentally sensitive that would have relied on labourintensive hand-weeding as a previous method of control . The next , I might be in an equestrian facility working around stable blocks . Being safe to use around animals and pets makes Foamstream perfect for the domestic market , which has resulted in a wealth of new work with residential customers and council-owned facilities .”
He adds , “ Being able to use the L12 as a commercial cleaning unit is just another string to its bow , along with being effective on moss – within two hours you ’ ll see a change in colour , making it easy then to brush out and remove . I ’ m genuinely excited for the coming months to just keep finding more and more things this system can do !”
For more information visit : www . weedingtech . com
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