Friday 8 August 2025
SISIS Rotorake 600HD Boosts Grounds Care across Staffordshire thanks to Staffordshire Cricket
A successful equipment demonstration hosted by Campey Turf Care, Dennis and SISIS, earlier this year has led to the acquisition of a powerful new scarifier to support Staffordshire grounds teams.
Held at the start of the season, the demonstration day attracted representatives from around 30 clubs from Staffordshire. The day showcased the full SISIS range, with the Rotorake 600HD standing out as the highlight.
The investment has been made as part of Staffordshire Cricket’s ongoing support for grounds staff across the region. Through their rejuvenated Staffordshire Association of Grounds Managers (STAG) initiative, the cricket board is helping ensure clubs have access to high-quality turf care equipment and resources.
“This year we’ve relaunched STAG and it’s gone really well. We’ve hosted grounds events like the one at Stafford Cricket Club and as part of that we’ve committed to purchasing new equipment to support our ground staff. The SISIS 600HD replaces an older machine as part of a county-wide trailer that will be available for clubs to hire at the end of the season. It's all about improving the standard of facilities and supporting our grounds people while also making sure we’re meeting health and safety requirements.” “ Richard Marcer, Club Development Officer for Staffordshire Cricket
The machine will be available for hire to clubs throughout Staffordshire to aid with end-of-season renovations—an initiative that demonstrates Staffordshire Cricket’s long-term commitment to quality playing surfaces.
Paul Clark, Staffordshire County Pitch Advisor, elaborated on the technical benefits:
“My role is to support groundsmen in the county, whether through advice, visits or consultations. With the SISIS 600HD, we’ve upgraded to a machine that makes a real difference. It’s high-quality, powerful and purpose-built for effective thatch removal- essential for good renovation work.”
“It’s got geared speeds so you can set the exact pace you need, and a reverse feature that takes the strain off the operator. Unlike many other models, you’re not constantly holding down a handle, which means less fatigue over long jobs. You also get excellent depth control and a unique blade system that lifts thatch straight into the collection box rather than dragging it through the soil profile.”
The 600HD's features make it a practical and professional choice for clubs looking to maintain their squares and improve playing standards.
“We recommend groundsmen take core samples before starting renovations to understand their thatch levels,” Paul added. “This machine gives them the ability to work at the correct depth, remove thatch properly, and prepare for a strong playing surface next season.”
This collaboration between SISIS, Campey Turf Care and Staffordshire Cricket shows just how effective partnerships can be in raising standards and supporting the grounds community across the county.
