SALTEX 2025: Your Final Stop for a Compliant IWM Strategy (Before the 2026 Shift)

The clock is ticking. The UK Pesticides National Action Plan (NAP) has mandated a shift to Integrated Weed Management (IWM), and the push for new, objective industry standards is accelerating towards 2026.

For local authorities, contractors, and grounds managers, the question is no longer if you need a new strategy, but how you will implement one that is compliant, effective, and financially viable.

This year at SALTEX, you will see many individual "solutions" - a new machine here, a new liquid there.

The Kersten UK stand is different. We're not just showcasing machines; we are presenting the UK's only complete, integrated, and compliant IWM system, built by the team involved in developing the industry guidance and training.

1. The 'Preventative First' Foundation (The 80% Solution)

Your IWM strategy will fail if you only focus on killing visible weeds (the 'Reactive' 20%). The core principle of compliance and efficiency is Proactive Asset Management (PAM): removing the detritus and soil (the 'Preventative' 80%) where weeds grow.

On the stand: We are launching our NEW Kersten Weed Brush Attachment. It’s not just another brush. It’s an engineered solution designed for the real job—heavy detritus removal—while also solving your biggest legal headache: compliance.

1. The HAVS Crisis: Many brush systems on the market have dangerously high Hand-Arm Vibration (HAVS) levels (4-5m/s²+), making them legally unusable for more than a couple of hours.

1. Our Solution: Our new system is engineered for ultra-low vibration (1.5 m/s²), allowing for safe, unrestricted, all-day use. It is genuinely 'Fit for Purpose' for the prolonged preventative work the new regulations demand.

2. The Complete 'Reactive' Toolkit (The 20% Solution)

Once you've solved the 80%, you need the right tool for the 20%. We are the only supplier offering the UK's most complete range of professional 'Reactive' tools, giving you honest, expert advice on what actually works for your specific challenge.

On the stand, you can directly compare:

1. Ripagreen Thermal Lance: Our powerful and efficient hot air (thermal) solution for rapid, targeted weed control.
2. HOAF WeedAir: A robust, high-capacity hot air system for various applications.
3. NEW Eco Weedkiller SP Mini: The power of our 100°C+ hot water root-kill system, now in a compact, self-propelled unit perfect for pavements.
4. Zasso Zap Weeder: Cutting-edge, high-voltage electric weeding for tackling deep-rooted or invasive species.
5. Kersten Electro Lance: A powerful and lightweight electric solution for targeted control.

We don't force one solution. We help you build the right system.

3. The 'Data & Control' Innovation (Beyond Weeds)

Proactive Asset Management doesn't stop in the summer. To be truly compliant and efficient, you need data and control over your winter operations.

On the stand: We're launching NEW Tracking Technology for our Lehner Winter Spreaders. This GPS-enabled system allows you to track, control, and—crucially—prove exactly where, when, and how much material (salt/grit) you've used. This is essential for managing budgets, protecting the environment, and demonstrating due diligence.

Find Your Complete, Compliant Strategy at Our Stand

This SALTEX, invest your time effectively. Come to the Kersten UK stand to speak with the team that co-authored the DEFRA-backed IWM Guide, developed the national Lantra IWM Training, and is actively championing objective, legal standards (like low HAVS) as essential for compliance.

Visit us at Stand

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Bring your challenges. We'll show you a complete, compliant, and financially stable solution that is ready for 2026 and beyond.