John Bownes Ltd

John Bownes Ltd

3 GENERATIONS OF EXPERIENCE IN AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY www.johnbownes.co.uk

Exciting Times Ahead for John Bownes Ltd in 2017!

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF JOHN BOWNES John Bownes Limited is a family run business dealing in farm tractors and machinery dedicated to providing a good quality service to all our customers. We have a plan for continued growth and development by supplying and servicing quality products. We also maintain a friendly, fair, and creative work environment, which respects diversity, new ideas and hard work. The ‘Bownes’ family have been in business for over 100 years. We started off with shops in the high street in our local town of Winsford. As the next generation took over the business, changes were made to suit the customers’ needs and allow the company to expand into different areas. The agricultural part of the business started life under the name of E H Bownes & Son which was ‘Ted’ Bownes and his son J E Bownes. In later years other members of the family joined the business and in 1979 upon the death of Ted Bownes the company became limited and changed its trading name to John Bownes Ltd. The company was then owned by 3 shareholders, J E Bownes, Mrs E M Bownes and J C Bownes. In later years Mrs E M Bownes transfered her shares and passed them to her grandson J D Bownes. The business has seen many changes, and in the early years we dealt in small agricultural sundry items, with a few farm machines and second-hand tractors. The business then gained various new machinery franchises and a new IMT tractor franchise. The business maintained the IMT tractor franchise for a number of years but it didn’t last. We then became Roadless Tractor dealers but only for a short while as the Roadless business dissolved shortly after we became agents. After a gap of a number of years we were appointed Renault

John C Bownes recently commented on the following: 2016 Business And Trading Results Although 2016 has been a difficult year with generally poor returns for our farming customers, I am pleased to report a significant increase in our turn-over. It is difficult to ascertain why exactly (Brexit?), but we remain optimistic for the future with both milk and grain prices promising to be better this year. Farmers do still appear to be investing in bigger and better machinery with the running and service costs now being included into the finance calculations. JCB Agriculture - New Appointment in 2017 We are extremely pleased and excited to have been appointed as JCB Agricultural dealers from 1st January 2017. This will fit in very well with our current range of franchises and will be a major factor of the company’s overall expansion plans. We currently have new and demonstration machines in stock or on order with a high level of enquiries, so please contact us sooner rather than later - we are very keen to secure orders! Investment Plans With the business developing we will be investing in all aspects of the business. This will include computers and telephones, commercial vehicles and vans, parts and machinery stock, plus a general “re-vamping” of the premises. Most important will be the appointment of extra service and parts staff coupled with the all important training requirements, which is absolutely essential for our ongoing commitment for customer care. We have also recently been joined by Gary Bailey in our sales department, who is well known and respected throughout the industry, having gained several years of experience with a leading grass and forage equipment supplier - Krone UK. Parts and Service Departments

Tractor dealers in 1988 which was developed into an important part of the business. Unfortunately, Renault were then purchased by Claas and we subsequently lost the dealership. Later in 2005 we were appointed with the Valtra Tractor franchise and have now become the UK’s leading Valtra dealer. Agco UK also appointed us as a sub dealer for Fendt tractors in 2012. In 2016 we started selling the New Solis compact tractor range combined with additional compact machinery. This forms part of our new small holders section which we will be developing in the future with other leading suppliers. On 1st January 2017 we will be officially appointed as a JCB Agri- dealer. This is a key appointment for the company and we will be investing significantly with additional staff, machinery stock, parts and vehicles. Staff will be trained as in accordance with JCB requirements and we aim to be the county’s number one supplier of Telehandlers. The business name John Bownes Ltd is a well-recognised name within the agricultural market. We have a good reputation within the community for buying second-hand tractors, selling new and used tractors and machinery and new tractors supported by a good back up from our parts and service departments. We currently have 24 staff in the company, nearly half of whom are family members all working in different areas of the business. Further information on the history of John Bownes is available from our company secretary, Mrs Sue Langley.

Our aim is to give an even better customer service than at present with some additional focus on the “after sales“ part of the business. We will be offering some extended warranties and fixed service costs for new tractors or telehandlers, so the customer will know what their fixed running costs are likely to be. This will also increase the part exchange value of the tractor with a comprehensive service record enhancing the resale price.

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Valtra Tractors The past two years have seen the successful introduction of the “T” series (6 cylinder) and the”N” series (4 cylinder) range of tractors, which have certainly earned respect from both existing and new Valtra customers. The tractors are reliable, economical and now a serious contender with the high profile competitive mages in the UK. This has certainly helped us to increase our sales – year on year and have won- over several “competitive” users. We now supply approximately 10% of all the Valtra tractors sold in the UK and always have a good stock of both new and used models available. New Machinery Did you know that with tractors aside, nearly a quarter of our turnover is attributed to new and used machinery sales? We are supplying both quality and cost effective machinery to most markets including Forestry Contractors, County Councils, Equine Centres, Amenity Contractors, Gamekeepers, Private Estates, Agric Colleges, Rural Enterprises and (of course) Farmers and Agricultural Contractors.
So please, why not give us a try and see what the fuss is about? We are sure you will be pleasantly surprised. Our main dealers are: Amazone, Krone, Honda, Richard Western, Spearhead, Sumo – Good stocks and competitive prices on Browns, Fleming, Foster, Marshall, NC, Quickie and Major equipment. Our contact list is at the back of this brochure.

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JOHN BOWNES STORES HISTORY A s the stores department at John Bownes Ltd prepares to get ready for 2017 and all the new changes that are about to happen we take a moment to reflect back over the years that helped us get where we are today. Our first stores department was created at Springfield Yard and consisted of a small part of a shed between the workshop of the offices. The stock we carried in those days only amounted to a few thousand pounds and the parts stock control system consisted of a few hand written stock cards with an annual stock check done once a year and added up on a calculator. As the years went by and the company took on more franchises the need for a bigger stores department soon became apparent. Plans were put into place to develop a part of the showroom and create a new purpose built parts department, new shelving, a parts counter, new stock, lighting, heating and an office. The company eventually completely outgrew the whole site at Springfield Yard and a move to Court House Farm in 2000 saw the second parts department being created. This time even bigger stocking the range of parts to back up the tractors and machines that we sell to help meet our customers’ needs. New technology has also been a major part of the parts department, no more hand written records, invoices or account records it’s all on computer now and a good job too, where as we hand wrote 100 statements we now print around 400. No more orders over the phone or faxing it though – it’s all on line and email. Moving forward into 2017 and beyond the parts department will see changes yet again. We are currently moving some of the parts department into another building for storage purposes so we can create shelf space within the parts shop for new lines which are going to be introduced during the year. The introduction of JCB to the parts department will make a huge change which we are all very excited about. Over the years the parts department has also seen a number of staff come and go with Richard Langley being the longest standing member of staff. Geoff Hulmes joined us in 2001 and in December 2016 Geoff retired after being with us for 15 years and we all wished him well in his retirement. Geoff was the first member of staff to retire from John Bownes Ltd.

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JOHN BOWNES LTD added the Solis range of “budget” Tractors to their portfolio in 2016. “Whilst we still sell a good number of the traditional used scraper tractors every year, there seemed to be a general shortage of the typical 45-60 HP models required“ says Steve Lewis of John Bownes. “This is probably due to the fact that fewer new small tractors being sold over the past decade and there has generally been a good trade for export. The very tidy models are also fetching good prices from classic collectors.” After searching the market, the specification and quality of The SOLIS tractor fitted in with our requirements and is now very much part of the JOHN BOWNES portfolio. The SOLIS 50-2wd has been a good working tractor in the Dairy sector and has proved to be both a reliable and cost effective model.

SOLIS is the brand name of International Tractors Limited – the company was founded in 1969 and started producing tractors in 1995. They are the number 2 brand in India making 250 tractors every day with 80% of them being for the export market. When their new manufacturing plant is opened it will be able to produce upwards of 400 tractors a day. Known for their simplicity, strength and fuel economy in 75 countries across the world, they are now starting to make their presence felt in the UK. Current models include 20,26,50,60.75 and 90 with some exciting new models being launched in the near future. Above is a 50Hp in its working clothes at Badgers Rake Farm, Ledsham, South Wirral – pictured by kind courtesy of Mr Andrew Fletcher.

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THE JCB FASTRAC HAS ALWAYS BEEN UNIQUE WITH ALL-ROUND SUSPENSION AND EXTERNAL DISC BRAKES. BUT NOW THE FASTEST PRODUCTION TRACTOR IN THE WORLD IS PACKED FULL OF NEW AND EXCLUSIVE FEATURES. THE FASTRAC 3000, 4000 AND NEW 8000 SERIES TRACTORS ARE QUITE SIMPLY, THE MOST PRODUCTIVE ALL-ROUND TRACTORS YOU CAN GET. Speed with safety. 1 The Fastrac’s unique suspension gives superior handling and stability enabling up to 80kph (50mph) road speeds*. External disc brakes and twin calipers plus truck standard air braking and ABS provide unrivalled stopping power. Ultimate comfort. 2 All-round suspension and a mid-mounted cab let you work in total comfort, field or road. The spacious Command Plus cab* provides best-in-class comfort, visibility and ergonomics whilst the highly responsive hydrostatic steering system* makes driving effortless. Greater productivity. 3 Faster road and in-field speeds enable you to work quicker and longer, also the extra capacity on rear deck means you can get even more done in a day. The best engine and CVT transmission* combine to deliver the ultimate in power and torque. Best-in-class versatility. From hauling up to 80kph* to heavy draft work at 7kph, no tractor is more versatile. A purpose-designed chassis and powerful rear hitch give more implement mounting versatility, whatever your application. *Model specific. THE WORLD’S NUMBER ONE.

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Operating anywhere. 1 Compact dimensions and outstanding agility mean you can operate with speed and efficiency in restricted areas. Controls are properly thought-out and ergonomically positioned to reduce operator fatigue. Optional air conditioning helps to create the perfect workplace. New transmission options. 2 New four-speed Powershift transmission on the 526-56 AGRI Plus and Hydrostatic Drive with Varispeed on the 527-58 AGRI Plus are designed for maximum control and comfort around the farm. Loading excellence.

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3 Operators can load material flexibly and quickly with our high-performance telescopic lift and reach.

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SINCE 1977 JCB HAVE REVOLUTIONISED MATERIAL HANDLING WITHIN THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR. JCB DEVELOPED THE FIRST DEDICATED AGRICULTURAL TELEHANDLER THAT TRANSFORMED LOADING, LIFTING, PLACING AND MOVING BULK MATERIAL.

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