Power without compromise: Pellenc’s battery-first approach to grounds care

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For professional landscapers and grounds teams, the question is no longer whether battery power can do the job, but which system does it best. Pellenc was among the first manufacturers to bring lithium-ion technology to professional power tools, has spent years building an answer: one battery platform, a broad range of tools, and runtimes that stand up to a full working day on a single charge.

The battery at the heart of it
Pellenc’s ULiB (Ultra Lithium Battery) backpack range is built around a strong power-to-weight ratio, so operators can work intensively without the fatigue of a heavy pack. At the top of the range, the ULiB 1200 and 1500 can deliver between one and three working days between charges, depending on the tool. Both have earned the independent LONGTIME label for durability. The ULiB 750 sits in the middle of the range, suiting everyday use where weight matters as much as capacity.

Where a backpack isn’t needed, integrated batteries put the power on board. The ALPHA range is balanced to the tool’s ergonomics, while the newer Essential Line pairs its tools with the ULiB 200E and 400E. With the 200E, the Helion Essential hedge trimmer offers up to three hours of runtime, and it also accepts the backpack batteries when longer shifts demand it.

A tool for every task
The range now covers most of a grounds team’s daily work, and every tool shares the same battery ecosystem.

The Helion hedge trimmers combine a balanced design with swivel handles for awkward angles and vertical work. The Excelion brushcutters use brushless motors and, in Essential form, offer a cutting diameter of up to 460 mm with the Tap Cut 3 head, in either cow-horn or loop-handle configurations. The Airion blowers are water-resistant to IP54 and take a choice of nozzles.

Beyond these core tools, the Rasion pedestrian mowers handle turf, and the self-driven Cleanion sweeper clears debris from natural and artificial surfaces, with attachments including a snow plough. Selion chainsaws and pole saws, Prunion and Vinion pruning shears, and the Cultivion soil cultivator complete the line-up.

Why it matters on site
The practical benefits are consistent across the range. Battery tools are quiet, odourless and low in vibration, making them well suited to noise-sensitive locations such as schools, hospitals, residential estates and early-morning work. There is no fuel to store, mix or transport, and no starting problems. Pellenc’s patented brushless motors also help deliver power comparable to petrol equipment without emissions at the point of use.

Digital displays on key tools show remaining battery charge and let operators select speed settings. That helps them manage a shift’s energy use rather than guess at it.

Backed for the long term
Confidence in the technology is reflected in the warranty. Pellenc UK offers a four-year commercial warranty on batteries and three years on tools, a strong statement for equipment that works hard every day.

Pellenc products are distributed exclusively in the UK by Etesia UK.

Acacia Groundcare Equipment Rental puts its trust in Etesia

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When you’re hiring out professional groundcare machinery, reliability isn’t just desirable it’s essential. That is why Acacia Groundcare Equipment Rental has relied on Etesia machinery for more than 20 years, with the manufacturer’s proven range continuing to play a key role in its extensive hire fleet.

From commercial contractors and local authorities to equestrian businesses, environmental organisations and private landowners, Acacia supplies equipment to customers tackling everything from routine grass cutting to heavy-duty vegetation clearance. According to Operations Manager Mark Tavener, quality is the number one priority when investing in new hire equipment.

“Hire is our bread and butter and it’s essential that the machinery we hire is reliable and of a high quality, said Mark. ” It’s got to be robust enough to stand the vigour of the different types of customers using the machinery.”

Mark brings almost 40 years of experience in the grounds maintenance industry, having started his career working in parks before progressing into management with several major grounds maintenance companies. Having joined Acacia around 18 months ago, he was already well acquainted with both the company and the Etesia brand.

“When I was a contract manager, I often used Acacia for groundcare equipment,” he explained. “I’ve also used Etesia machines throughout my career. It goes right back to working for Horsham District Council in the late ’80s and ’90s, and wherever I’ve worked since, Etesia has always been a machine that’s been used.”

That long-standing familiarity is reflected in Acacia’s relationship with Etesia, which stretches back to the company’s beginnings two decades ago.

One of the standout performers in the hire fleet is the Etesia AK-88, a compact ride-on brush cutter that continues to generate repeat business.

“We hire out a lot of the AK-88’s and we get a great deal of positive feedback,” said Mark. “It’s become a recognisable machine for tackling rough grass, brambles and overgrown areas, and we get repeat bookings because customers know how reliable it is.”

Its compact size is one of its biggest strengths.

“The width is really important because it allows the machine to get through gateways and into areas where people need it. It’s a very low-slung, compact machine and that’s what makes it so popular.”

The AK-88 is hired by a broad range of customers, including landscape contractors, local authorities, environmental organisations, estate managers and private customers maintaining paddocks and overgrown land.

Alongside the AK-88 sits the Etesia AH75, a pedestrian brush cutter designed for customers who need the same impressive cutting ability on smaller or more confined sites.

“The AH75 has its own niche. If someone’s only got a smaller area or a site where a ride-on would be too big, it’s the perfect machine. We have regular customers who specifically ask for it because it suits the work they’re doing.”

Mark has first-hand experience of its capabilities from before joining Acacia.

“We hired one when I was in my previous role to clear out a dry canal bed that was full of reeds and heavy vegetation. For that type of job, the AH75 was actually better suited than a ride-on machine.”

Another established member of Acacia’s Etesia fleet is the Hydro 80, a compact ride-on mower that has enjoyed renewed popularity over the past year. According to Mark customers particularly appreciate its ability to perform in a range of conditions.

“Its compact size makes it ideal for housing estates and tighter sites, and we’ve had good feedback about how well it collects, even when the grass is a little damp. The Hydro 80 seems to cope considerably better than some rival machines.”

For Mark, Etesia’s continued success comes down to more than just dependable products.

“I’ve always thought Etesia are an innovative company,” he said. “I think they’re a good, solid company.”

With a relationship spanning more than two decades, Acacia sees Etesia remaining an important part of its future fleet.

“We’re very happy with Etesia and I can’t see any reason why that would change. We’ll certainly continue using the machines and we’re always interested to see any new products and technology they bring out in the future.”