Pedestrian Aerators

Dart

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  • Bowls
  • Croquet
  • Tennis
  • Cricket
  • Golf
  • Lawns
  • Local Authority

The SISIS Dart is an independently powered vertical action aerator ideal for sports field maintenance as well as grass lawns and amenities. It is ideal for maintenance as a bowling green aerator and a cricket aerator.

Aeration is crucial for improving drainage, reducing turf compacting, thatch build up and increasing the health of lawns and the Dart is an ideal tool for outstanding turf and lawn treatment.

It has a maximum working depth of 100mm (4 inches), a wide range of interchangeable tines and is designed to be easy to handle.

  • Working depth of 100mm (4 ins) max.
  • Wide range of interchangeable tines.
  • Clean, vertical penetration and withdrawal without surface disturbance.
  • All controls, including balanced depth control, adjustable from operating position.
  • “Easy lift” system for effortless turning and transport
  • Designed for ease of handling.
  • Minimal maintenance with sealed bearings and easily removed cover.
  • Effortless depth selection with clearly visible indicator.
  • 100mm depth with minimal surface disturbance.

Specification

Dart

  • Specification
    Code

    FS1231

    Action

    Vertical

    Working width

    400mm (16")

    Working depth

    100mm (4")

    Engine

    Honda GX160

    Included

    Power unit excludes tines

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    100mm solid tine SETX8-D6728

    A good, general purpose tine suitable for fine turf & outfield use. Can be used throughout the year and is popular for use during spring & autumn renovations. You would use this tine from January to the start of your playing season on bowls and cricket pitches etc/ other fine turf sports. The holes created are more open than pencil tine holes.

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    100mm pencil tine SETX8-F34257

    Ideal for fine turf during the playing season, pencil tining helps relieve soil compaction with minimal surface disruption. The thin, non-destructive holes allow aeration and improved root growth without affecting play, keeping your turf healthy, smooth and playable all season long.

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    100mm hollow coring tine SETX8-D2107

    Perfect for spring and autumn aeration, hollow tines relieve soil compaction and promote healthy root growth on fine turf. By removing small cores, they allow for effective soil exchange and topdressing, improving soil structure and nutrient availability. Hollow tines help maintain strong, resilient turf while ensuring minimal disruption to the playing surface.

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    100mm chisel tine SETX8-D2109

    Designed for use on fine turf from late September to early January, winter slitting tines create narrow slits with a large wall area, encouraging deeper rooting and pruning existing roots. This process improves the flow of water, oxygen and nutrients to the root zone, helping maintain healthy, resilient turf throughout the winter months.

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    100 x 10mm hollow tine SETX8-F36447

    Perfect for spring and autumn aeration, hollow tines relieve soil compaction and promote healthy root growth on fine turf. By removing small cores, they allow for effective soil exchange and topdressing, improving soil structure and nutrient availability. Hollow tines help maintain strong, resilient turf while ensuring minimal disruption to the playing surface.

  • Optional Swath Board (FS1117)

    The Optional Swath Board helps collect the cores into a pile for collecting.

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    Cheltenham Ladies’ College invests in SISIS

    When the grounds team at Cheltenham Ladies’ College received investment for new equipment, Ross Spry, Head of Grounds and Gardens, decided that SISIS machinery was a good place to start.

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    SISIS has announced that, for the first time ever at a trade event, it will be showcasing its entire range of products at GroundsFest, held at Stoneleigh Park on 20 and 21 September.

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    SISIS Dart proves a hit for bowls club

    The SISIS Dart is hitting the bullseye at Goodwood Bowls Club in Leicester. Purchased at the end of 2010 to replace an older aerator that was so cumbersome the greenkeepers were reluctant to use it, the Dart's ease of handling and vertical action have proved highly popular.

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Testimonials

  • I use the Dart once a month and it gives us great results every time.

    Ian Fraser

    Head Greenkeeper - Pitmedden Bowls Club

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    FAQS

    What is the Dart designed for?

    The Dart is an independently powered vertical-action aerator, suitable for sports fields, bowling greens, cricket pitches, lawns and general turf maintenance.


    Why is aeration important?

    Aeration improves drainage, reduces compaction, prevents thatch build-up and promotes healthier, stronger turf.


    What is the maximum working depth?

    The Dart has a maximum working depth of 100mm (4 inches) with minimal surface disruption.


    Are the tines interchangeable?

    Yes, it offers a wide range of interchangeable tines to suit different turf types and conditions.


    How does it minimise surface disturbance?

    The vertical action provides clean, vertical penetration and withdrawal, leaving the turf surface largely undisturbed.


    How are the controls designed?

    All controls, including balanced depth control are adjustable from the operator’s position, making it easy to use.


    Is it easy to transport?

    Yes. It features an “Easy lift” system for effortless turning, transport and handling.


    What engine powers the Dart?

    It uses a Honda GX160 engine, providing reliable performance for turf maintenance.


    What is the working width?

    The working width is 400mm (16 inches).


    How simple is maintenance?

    No. The Dart is designed for minimal maintenance, with sealed bearings and an easily removed cover for servicing.
    The working width is 400mm (16 inches).