Powering the Future of Grounds Care: Why Harrowden Is Backing Kress
Powering the Future of Grounds Care
Across the turf, landscaping and grounds‑care sector, the shift toward cleaner, quieter and more efficient equipment is accelerating. Battery technology has matured and is now powering the future. So commercial tools now match petrol performance and the organisations operating at the highest standards are already making the switch.
But one of the clearest signals came from Real Madrid C.F. Their grounds team now maintains more than 1.2 million square metres of turf, gardens and green infrastructure. The use Kress Commercial battery tools and RTKⁿ robotic mowers. There is no stronger indicator of proven performance than when a site of that scale and scrutiny adopts a new technology platform.
For Harrowden, this direction mirrors the choices we’ve already made across our own farms. We have invested in cleaner, smarter, more resilient machinery and energy systems that reduce emissions without compromising output. That’s why we’re proud to supply the full Kress Commercial range.
What Kress brings to professional turf and landscape work
Fundamentally, Kress has engineered its commercial platform around the needs of professional users, not domestic hobbyists. So delivering a system built for real workloads, long days and demanding sites.
Powering the future – Key advantages that set Kress apart
- 8‑minute charging technology – Kress batteries can charge in as little as eight minutes. That means continuous all‑day operation with just two batteries.
- 3,000+ cycle battery life – Far exceeding many competitors, dramatically reducing long‑term replacement costs.
- Commercial petrol‑replacement power – High torque, high output, and engineered specifically for professional workloads without fumes, noise or high maintenance.
- Versatile battery ecosystem – The 60V and KrossPack (20V/40V) systems work across a wide range of tools, simplifying fleet management.
- CyberTank portable power station. A 7.2 kWh on‑site charging solution that removes the need for mains access and keeps crews productive anywhere.
- Robust warranty – A 5+3 year warranty (with registration) gives long‑term confidence and protects investment.
Powering the future – RTKⁿ robotic mowing with EyePilot
Furthermore, Kress’s robotic mowing platform is one of the most advanced in the industry – and EyePilot takes it even further.
- AI‑driven navigation. EyePilot uses stereo cameras and V‑SLAM technology to map surroundings in real time. This enables precise navigation even when GPS signals are weak or unavailable.
- Centimetre‑level positioning – Ensures consistent, professional‑grade cut quality across large or complex sites.
- Flexible charging station placement. So no need for line‑of‑sight to satellites, giving contractors far more freedom in how and where they deploy units.
- Advanced obstacle avoidance – The mower recognises and reacts to obstacles dynamically, improving safety and reducing intervention.
- ZeroTrim edge precision – Delivers clean, accurate edging without manual finishing, saving time and labour.
So supplying Kress isn’t about adding another brand to the shelf. It’s about backing a technology that’s already delivering at the highest level.
How This Fits With Harrowden’s Own Sustainability Journey
In practical terms, we have built in a commitment to cleaner, smarter operations to every working day. Across our farms, we’ve invested in three Firefly electric–hybrid turf harvesters. They have reduced fuel use significantly, cut emissions and improved efficiency across thousands of acres. These machines have become a core part of our resilience strategy: lower noise, lower running costs and a smaller environmental footprint without sacrificing output.
Not only that but several of our sites now generate their own renewable energy through on‑site solar installations. In effect, this reduces our reliance on the grid, stabilises long‑term energy costs and supports the wider decarbonisation of our operations.
Kress sits naturally within this wider approach. So, both the tools we supply and the machinery we operate reflect the same principle. Performance and sustainability should work together, not against each other.
Why This Matters for the Industry
In summary, the expectations placed on our sector are changing. Firstly, customers want quieter, cleaner operations. Secondly, contractors want predictable running costs. Thirdly, grounds teams want tools that reduce fatigue and improve safety. And finally, organisations of every size are under pressure to reduce emissions. But commercial‑grade battery technology – when engineered properly – answers all of these needs.
Kress is helping to raise the bar. We’re proud to make that capability available to the professionals who rely on us.
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