FORST live 2026: Solutions for high grass, steep slopes & maximum productivity

Most trade show reports miss the point. They talk about atmosphere, visitor numbers, and “great conversations.” That’s noise. What actually matters is simple: which real problems were addressed and which machines proved they can solve them.

FORST live 2026 delivered exactly that. With more than 30,000 professional visitors and several hundred exhibitors, it remains one of the few platforms where decisions are prepared based on application, not appearance.

High grass, steep slopes, difficult terrain: AS-Motor leads

The reality on the ground is clear. Steep embankments, dense vegetation, inaccessible areas. This is where AS-Motor operates by design.

At FORST live 2026, the focus was on remote-controlled technology. The AS 990 TAHR RC demonstrates how extreme slopes can be managed safely and efficiently. Low centre of gravity, track drive, precise remote handling. This is not innovation for the sake of it, it’s risk reduction and productivity combined.

The AS 1000 OVIS EVO RC takes this further. Higher area output, strong traction, built for large-scale work in demanding terrain. It fits perfectly into applications like infrastructure maintenance, municipalities, and large landscape operations.

Then comes the AS 940 SHERPA RC. Compact, aggressive, built for tight and hard-to-reach areas where access defines the job.

And the foundation remains unchanged: the Allmäher range. High grass mowing, simple concept, maximum reliability. These machines stay relevant because the problem hasn’t changed.

Large areas, maximum efficiency: Ariens defines productivity

While AS-Motor handles the extremes, Ariens focuses on operational efficiency where it matters most: time per hectare.

Zero-Turn technology shifts the economics of mowing. Instant turning, seamless transitions between passes, reduced clean-up work. The result is measurable. Up to 40% time savings compared to conventional lawn tractors in real-world conditions. 

With the SUMMIT PRO Series, Ariens pushes further into the professional segment. Built for daily operation, high durability, and maximum output.

Below that, the portfolio scales with purpose. ZENITH for full professional use, APEX as the performance sweet spot, and IKON as the entry into true Zero-Turn efficiency. Each model solves a different operational requirement without compromising core performance.

One portfolio, full coverage

The real strength lies in the combination.

AS-Motor solves the extreme applications.

Ariens optimises productivity across large areas.

Together, they cover the full spectrum of professional mowing. For dealers, this creates a clear positioning. For users, it removes compromise.

FORST live is the starting point

Most companies get this wrong. They measure success by booth traffic. That metric is irrelevant.

What matters is what happens next.

Projects, specifications, investment decisions.

FORST live 2026 created exactly that momentum. For AriensCo EMEAA, AS-Motor, and Ariens, the event wasn’t a recap. It was a trigger.

The market is moving towards efficiency, safety, and specialisation.

Companies that act on this win.

The rest fall behind.