SALTEX PREVIEW
SALTEX 2021 visitor registration open
T he Grounds Management Association has announced that visitor registration for SALTEX 2021 is now officially open at gmasaltex . co . uk for us as many of our current clients from turf care , parks and playgrounds visit the show , and every year we generate multiple quality new connections across the UK and even further .”
Taking place at the NEC , Birmingham on 3 and 4 November , SALTEX 2021 will be celebrating its 75th anniversary in style . The show will feature over 400 brands including some of the biggest names in groundscare and will offer visitors a unique opportunity to experience the very latest industry trends and innovations , enhance their education and learn from industry experts .
The exhibition is the longest-standing event of its kind in the world , having been held almost every year since 1938 , and the show is continually evolving with the people of the industry in mind .
In addition to the limitless opportunities available on the show floor , one lucky visitor will be presented with an incredible battery-powered compact loader from Avant UK worth approximately £ 30,000 . Every person who registers will be in with a chance of winning this fantastic prize and the live draw will take place on the first day of the show .
“ The last year has been tough and we know how hard groundspersons and other industry professionals have worked during the pandemic ,” said Raimo Ala-Korpi , Avant UK managing director . “ We thought it would be good to give something back to the industry .
“ SALTEX is the place to be when meeting the industry and showcasing our latest innovations . It is the number one show
• Visitors to SALTEX 2021 can look forward to exciting show attractions as well as popular features such as :
• Eco Village – live demonstrations purely dedicated to environmentally-friendly products .
• Learning LIVE – SALTEX ’ s world-class free educational programme .
• Pathology and Soil Science LIVE – a look in detail at the symptoms of turfgrass fungal disease problems .
• SALTEX Innovation Award – celebrating the very best in new groundscare technology .
• Ask the Expert – free face-to-face turfcare advice .
• Lawn Care Legends LIVE – a fantastic networking opportunity for landscapers and gardeners .
• Job Clinic – free one-to-one sessions covering CV writing to interview techniques .
“ We can ’ t wait to celebrate SALTEX ’ s 75th anniversary with the industry ,” said Luke Perry , GMA ’ s Commercial & Events Director . “ SALTEX 2021 will be one to remember because it will be the first time that the grounds management industry reunites on a grand scale since the pandemic .
“ After a year out , it is finally time to say See You at Saltex .”
Visitors can register to attend SALTEX via the website . Visitors will receive a confirmation email with their badge to print and take along to the show , to gain free entry .
For more information visit www . gmasaltex . co . uk
For more information on the Avant e6 loader visit www . avanttecno . com / uk / machines / e-series
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