ANNUAL EQUIPMENT & PRODUCT BUYER’S GUIDE AERATORS

First Products, Inc.

AGRI-Vator The First Products AGRI-Vator uses a patented vibrating action to loosen and break up the soil without destroying existing turf on the surface. This unit will aerate, seed and accomplish renovations on all types of fields including sod, hay production and sports fields. The crushing action between the roots breaks up the soil in the root zone significantly improving infiltration of air, nutrients and water. That causes as much as 30% faster regrowth by stimulating the rhizomes under the surface, an advantage for producers looking for greater utilization of the rhizomes they already own. The AGRI-Vator minimizes lake and stream pollution due to runoff. The operator can vary the tine aggressiveness by changing the PTO and ground speed. Year after year, the AGRI-Vator has proven itself to be the “most versatile piece of equipment on the farm.”

First Products, Inc.

AGRI-Vator with Seed Box Option As seeding rates and re-growth methods change, producers seek ways to stay abreast of new products and technology to save time and money. The AGRI-Vator seed box option allows a new method of minimal seeding. By running the AGRI-Vator after harvest to stimulate regrowth, the optional seed-box allows producers to seed at a ten to twenty percent reduced seed rate. The lower rate saves on seed cost while allowing producers to continually introduce new seed varieties into existing turf crops and, provide faster regrowth and faster harvest by cultivating the soil with the AGRI-Vator. The AGRI-Vator is available in 6-, 8-, and 12-foot widths.

Redexim North America

Verti-Drain 7521 The Verti-Drain 7521 incorporates all the innovative technology of the second generation Verti-Drain line. This makes it the first choice for anyone looking for a full 16” deep penetration and high productivity up to 49,800 sq. ft./hr. It is available with a three-speed gearbox that will match up to any tractor. This unit is widely used by contractors and golf clubs on all areas, including greens, where one-half-inch tines can be fitted at 2.5-inch centers. For customers wishing to transport their 75 Series Verti-Drain on highways, a retro-fit bogie wheel system is available.

Redexim North America

Verti-Drain 7526 The Verti-Drain 7526 Series is the first choice for anyone looking for a full 16” deep penetration and high productivity up to 61,400 sq. ft./hr. It is available with a three-speed gearbox that will match up to any tractor. The Verti-Drain 7526 comes into its own in large open spaces, which includes fairways as well as football, soccer and baseball fields and sod farms. The standard .75-inch diameter 12-inch long solid tines can be replaced with a variety of solid or hollow tines. For customers wishing to transport their 75 Series Verti-Drain on highways, a retro-fit bogie wheel system is available.

Redexim North America

Verti-Drain 7626 The 7626 is the heaviest and toughest Verti-Drain on the market. It is the ideal machine for the toughest of soil conditions, where a high productivity is needed. It weighs considerably more than the 75-series, and it has a heavier gearbox, PTO and rear roller support. Its adjustments have been made simpler. The tine-depth adjustments are made comfortably from the tractor seat via the hydraulic controls, while the original amount of ‘heave’ on the tine is left intact. The optional wheel support is constructed extra robustly, while it falls within the 104” (2.6 m) working width of the Verti-Drain. The forward speed is faster than that of the 75-series.

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