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MACHINERY LAMMA 2015 | 17 FRIDAY JANUARY 23 2015 WWW.FARMERSGUARDIAN.COM Machinery editor James Rickard 01772 799 496 [email protected] 0800 915 6720 Diesel power, improved performance and economy with new all-day riding cab comfort. Everything you expect from Polaris, and more. A NEW Lock & Ride ® Pro-Fit cab system with multiple cab options.Premium upgrades available including electric windows and glass windscreens for comfort. NEW 3-cylinder 1028cc Tier 4 compliant diesel engine plus room for 3 adults with ideal seat height, easy entry and exit. Legendary Polaris ride and drive and it tows up to a tonne. ,W·V D 1(: 3RODULV GLHVHO UHYROXWLRQ 7KH 1(: 3RODULV 5DQJHU 'LHVHO 2 Years at 0% Finance Available on all Utility ATVs and UTVs Promotion available at 80% of the retail price with 2 + 22 monthly repayments* www.polaris-britain.com VSHFLDO GLVFRXQW IRU 1)8 PHPEHUV 7HUPV DQG &RQGLWLRQV DSSO\ 3OHDVH FRQWDFW \RXU ORFDO 3RODULV GHDOHU IRU IXUWKHU GHWDLOV www.facebook.com/polarisbritain TRACTORS AND LOADERS With more than 900 exhibitors displaying everything from log splitters to crawler tractors, there was something for everyone at Lamma 2015. James Rickard, Geoff Ashcroft and Jane Carley report. Pictures by Marcello Garbagnoli and John Eveson. SPECULATION of a tracked Magnum has been rife for a long time, ever since Case IH showed a concept Magnum on West Track-made treads at Agritechnica 2007. Plans have now come to fruition as the firm showed what the finished article will look like at the show. Of note is the half-track design. Many track configurations were looked into, says the manufacturer, including twin track designs, similar to Challenger and John Deere machines; four-track systems which are steered by the two at the front; and also four-track concepts with a pivot point on the tractor between the cab and the engine. Traction In the end, the firm settled on a half-track design with two tracks at the rear and two wheels at the front, giving the Magnum Rowtrac optimum traction and soil protection, says Case IH. Other updates to the Magnum Case IH Magnum Rowtrac Wealth of new machinery launches at Lamma 2015 JCB has extended its range of telehandlers with the 560-80 Agri Plus, aimed at the rehandling market. The company says customers who may previously have used a loading shovel, such as AD site operators moving maize, can take advantage of the telehandler’s eight-metre reach and six-tonne capacity. Variant A Z-bar linkage gives a high break-out force for fast bucket filling and improved dump angle, says JCB. Powered by a 145hp JCB Ecomax engine, the 560-80 Agri Plus can be specified with a 5cu.m bucket. A low profile variant of the mid-range 536-70 has also been introduced, joining an expanding choice of low roof models, but offering extra capacity, with 3.6 tonnes lift and a reach of seven metres. JCB 560-80 Agri Plus McCORMICK used Lamma to reveal its first continuously variable transmission tractor. Called VT Drive, the transmission was shown fitted to an X7.460 tractor, but can be specified on four- and six- cylinder X7 tractors with the exception of the X7.680 model. The Terramatic transmission, developed by ZF, offers stepless drive from 50 metres/hour to 50kph. Operated using software and a control mechanism developed by McCormick manufacturer Argo Tractors, the transmission offers modes for field and transport duties. Customised McCormick’s EasyPilot joystick controller has four speed ranges, which can all be customised by the operator. McCormick reveals VT Drive MASSEY Ferguson offered a surprise preview of its MF7700 tractor range, to be officially launched at SIMA. Powered by Stage 4 engines, the models will supercede the MF7600, and offer several new features. With engines from 185-255hp (max) in the initial ‘large chassis’ release, power boost is available across the range, with engine power management on Dyna-4, Dyna-6 and Dyna-VT transmission options. Recognising the popularity of continually variable transmissions in more powerful tractors, the flagship MF7726 can now be specified with a Dyna-VT box for the first time. Other developments include an MF-designed and built front-axle suspension and a new dash with larger screen taken from the MF8700 range. Small frame versions will be added later in the year. Massey Ferguson MF7700 THIS Scaip Warrior STX350 is the latest steel-tracked crawler available through Boston-based Robert Crawford and Son. The Italian-built machine is one of a four-model range which extends from 150-350hp. Scaip Warrior STX350 Power for the range- topping STX350 comes from a Caterpillar C9 Acert engine, and it is put to use by a twin-range hydrostatic transmission using Rexroth hydraulic components. Maintenance Running gear includes a Berco track system, offering low maintenance through its sealed, lubricated design. Chamfered track edges are said to keep surface disturbance to a minimum, while a Cat IV three-point linkage and 1,000rpm pto are said to offer versatility with a variety of implements. series include cleaner and more powerful engines, as well as changes to styling and a few operator-friendly cab tweaks.

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Diesel power, improved performance and economy with new all-day riding cab comfort. Everything you expect from Polaris, and more. A NEW Lock & Ride® Pro-Fit cab system with multiple cab options.Premium upgrades available including electric windows and glass windscreens for comfort. NEW 3-cylinder 1028cc Tier 4 compliant diesel engine plus room for 3 adults with ideal seat height, easy entry and exit. Legendary Polaris ride and drive and it tows up to a tonne.

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TRACTORS AND LOADERSWith more than 900 exhibitors displaying everything from log splitters to crawler tractors,there was something for everyone at Lamma 2015. James Rickard, Geoff Ashcroft and Jane Carley report. Pictures by Marcello Garbagnoli and John Eveson.

SPECULATION of a trackedMagnum has been rife for a longtime, ever since Case IH showeda concept Magnum on WestTrack-made treads atAgritechnica 2007.Plans have now come to

fruition as the firm showed whatthe finished article will look likeat the show.Of note is the half-track

design. Many track configurationswere looked into, says themanufacturer, including twintrack designs, similar toChallenger and John Deere

machines; four-track systemswhich are steered by the two atthe front; and also four-trackconcepts with a pivot point onthe tractor between the cab andthe engine.

TractionIn the end, the firm settled on a half-track design with twotracks at the rear and twowheels at the front, giving theMagnum Rowtrac optimumtraction and soil protection,says Case IH.Other updates to the Magnum

Case IH Magnum Rowtrac

Wealth of new machinerylaunches at Lamma 2015

JCB has extended its range oftelehandlers with the 560-80Agri Plus, aimed at therehandling market. Thecompany says customers whomay previously have used aloading shovel, such as AD siteoperators moving maize, cantake advantage of thetelehandler’s eight-metrereach and six-tonne capacity.

VariantA Z-bar linkage gives a highbreak-out force for fast bucketfilling and improved dumpangle, says JCB. Powered by a145hp JCB Ecomax engine, the560-80 Agri Plus can bespecified with a 5cu.m bucket.A low profile variant of the

mid-range 536-70 has alsobeen introduced, joining an

expanding choice of low roofmodels, but offering extracapacity, with 3.6 tonnes liftand a reach of seven metres.

JCB 560-80 Agri Plus

McCORMICK used Lamma toreveal its first continuouslyvariable transmission tractor.Called VT Drive, the

transmission was shown fittedto an X7.460 tractor, but canbe specified on four- and six-cylinder X7 tractors with theexception of the X7.680 model.The Terramatic transmission,

developed by ZF, offersstepless drive from 50metres/hour to 50kph.

Operated using software and a control mechanismdeveloped by McCormickmanufacturer Argo Tractors,the transmission offers modesfor field and transport duties.

CustomisedMcCormick’s EasyPilot joystickcontroller has four speedranges, which can all be

customised bythe operator.

McCormick reveals VT Drive

MASSEY Ferguson offered asurprise preview of its MF7700tractor range, to be officiallylaunched at SIMA. Powered byStage 4 engines, the models willsupercede the MF7600, andoffer several new features.With engines from 185-255hp

(max) in the initial ‘large chassis’

release, power boost isavailable across the range, withengine power management onDyna-4, Dyna-6 and Dyna-VTtransmission options.Recognising the popularity

of continually variabletransmissions in more powerfultractors, the flagship MF7726

can now be specified with aDyna-VT box for the first time. Other developments include

an MF-designed and built front-axle suspension and anew dash with larger screentaken from the MF8700 range. Small frame versions will be

added later in the year.

Massey Ferguson MF7700

THIS Scaip Warrior STX350 isthe latest steel-trackedcrawler available throughBoston-based RobertCrawford and Son. The Italian-built machine is

one of a four-model rangewhich extends from 150-350hp.

Scaip Warrior STX350

Power for the range-topping STX350 comes froma Caterpillar C9 Acertengine, and it is put to use bya twin-range hydrostatictransmission using Rexrothhydraulic components.

MaintenanceRunning gear includes aBerco track system, offeringlow maintenance through itssealed, lubricated design. Chamfered track edges

are said to keep surfacedisturbance to a minimum,while a Cat IV three-pointlinkage and 1,000rpm pto aresaid to offer versatility witha variety of implements.

series include cleaner and morepowerful engines, as well as

changes to styling and a fewoperator-friendly cab tweaks.

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MAINLY due to engine emissioncompliance, New Holland hasupdated its T8 tractor range.Meeting Stage 4 emission

standards using the firm’s Hi-eSCR technology, the entirefive-model range now getsmore power, ranging from 320-435hp (maximum ratings).

ImprovementsThe upgrade includes a host ofimprovements to comfort andconvenience, such as theIntelliview IV monitor, which is

now standard and featuresimproved and easier set-up oftractor functions.A new multi-function handle

has also been made moreresponsive, with less effortrequired to press the keys, nowbacklit for night-time work.Also for night operation,

there is the option of two LEDlighting packages, increasingthe intensity of lighting aroundthe tractor, and with greaterprojected distance, says themanufacturer.

New Holland T8

AS with its larger tractors,Fendt has given its 300 Seriestractors a serious makeover,including new cabs, engines,features and family styling.Comprising four models, the

310, 311, 312 and 313, featuremaximum power ranges from110-138hp. This is now courtesyof AgcoPower (formerly knownas Sisu) engines, rather than theprevious Deutz.The 300 now gets the

VisioPlus cab, similar to the500s and 700s. With it, usersget a windscreen which curvesover the top of the cab to offer77-degrees of vertical visibility.To the right, there is no ‘B’ pillar,giving an uninterrupted view ofoff-set implements.

Uniting all the operatingfunctions is the VarioCentre,very similar to the largertractors, but mounted on theright-hand fender and not thearmrest. This includes the

familiar two-gate joystick whichtakes care of all primaryfunctions includingprogrammable buttons forvarious tasks such as headlandmanagement.

Fendt 300 series

REPRESENTING the mostsignificant product launch forthe firm in 25 years, Valtra hasgiven its T-Series a completeoverhaul.More significantly though,

this is the first Valtra tractordesigned to meet the needs ofpeople outside Scandinavia.With seven models ranging

from 155-250hp, customers canchoose from four main variants;Direct, Versu, Active or HiTech.Direct is the top-spec machineand gets a continuously variabletransmission and electricallyoperated hydraulics.

TransmissionWhile Versu and Active modelsshare the same 20 by 20 (30 by30 with creeper), five-steppowershift transmission, Versumachines get top-specelectrically operated hydraulics

along with improved tractor set-up via a terminal. The lower spec Active gets

mechanically-operatedhydraulics, but no terminal.An Agco Power, 6.6-litre,

six-cylinder engine is fitted inthe two smallest models with a

7.4-litre version in the biggermodels. Both engines complywith Stage 4 emissionslegislation.The Valtra T Series is

available now to order withprices starting from £85,341 for the T144 Active.

Valtra T-Series

ALLOWING users to quiteliterally see the light, Claasshowed off its all-new Arion400 tractor series.In recognition of its broad

range of tasks in this powerbracket, the manufacturer hasexpanded the range from threemodels to six, covering 90-140hp,with different specs and caboptions available for each model.

VisibilityAimed at loader work, one ofthe standout cab options is thenew panoramic version whichboasts 90-degrees ofuninterrupted vertical visibilityfrom the ground to full loaderheight. This has been achievedby removing the cross-beam

where the windscreen and roofwindow would normally meet.Using an FPT engine, the

Arion is built around a solid castframe with an integral oil sump

of Claas’ design. This affords atight steering angle – due its‘wasp’ waist design – and allowsusers to fit a loader without theneed for any extra framework.

Claas Arion 400

TAKING on the mantle of thefirm’s flagship tractors, Kubotashowed a new three-modelseries, ranging from 130-170hp.Pitched as a versatile all-

rounder, the new M7 Seriesincludes the M7131, M7151 andthe M7171, with power ratingsrelating to the last three figuresof the model number.Power comes from the firm’s

own 6.1-litre, four-cylinderengines, meeting Stage 4emissions regulations via acombination of selectivecatalytic reduction and exhaustgas recirculation.

Courtesy of ZF, the M7 has achoice of two transmissions; its KVT continuously variabletransmission or a 24 by 24

speed powershift, which has sixranges and four powershifts ineach, allowing manual andautomatic operation.

Kubota M7001 Series

For more on the new releases at Lamma,see next week’s Farmers Guardian and visitwww.farmersguardian.com/machinery

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FEATURING variable row widthsettings from 450-750mm (18-30in), Maschio Gaspardo UKlaunched its new Maga eight-row precision drill.

Maschio Gaspardo Maga precision drill

CONTINUING its work incontrolled traffic farming, withexperience gained from itsRapidlift and RLM HD products,Cultivating Solutions has plansto launch its own drill,specifically designed with largeworking widths in mind.The modular design allows for

working widths from eightmetres up to 13.3m, with eachmodule comprising a shallowworking tine, two gangs of discs,paddles, single disc coulters,tyre packer and levelling tines.All elements of the module can

vary its working depth, with theability to do this automaticallyvia prescription maps.

Cultivation Solutions Genesis drill

Unlike most large drills, whicheither have to fold vertically or ina gull wing style for transport,Cultivating Solutions’ drill pivotsthrough 90 degrees on thedrawbar so it can be pulled fromone end. This means hopper sizeand shape is not compromised,

allowing for a 6,000-litrecapacity.To follow contours, each

module is suspended giving600mm (2ft) of travel. Trials are underway this

summer, with full availabilityexpected for 2016.

PMC Harvesters’ new four-row potato harvesterwas at work in Britain duringthe 2014 harvest, designed tooffer true four-row handlingwithout narrowing through thechassis.Powered by a 450hp,

13-litre Scania engine, the 30-tonne AR-4BX is mountedon rubber tracks which aresteered via a foot pedal in thecab, with the front wheelssteered in the traditionalmanner.There is a choice of cleaning

systems including three webs and axial roller systems,and its hopper capacity is

PMC Harvesters AR-4BX

outputs of 600 tonnes per dayfor the machine, which has beenbuilt by Ploeger in Holland, but is

supplied and fully supportedfrom PMC’s headquarters inNorfolk.

DUTCH sprayer makerAgrifac used Lamma to showoff its largest self-propelledsprayer, the 8,000-litrecapacity Condor Endurance.Powered by a 320hp Volvo

Penta engine, the Enduranceis based on an all-newchassis which is said to belonger and stronger than theone used by the previousflagship Condor, the 5,000-litre model.Endurance can be fitted

with a 1,000 litres/min fast-fillpump which is hydraulicallyraised and lowered beneaththe cab floor. Expect boomwidths up to 52 metres and aprice tag of about £300,000.

Agrifac Condor Endurance self-propelled sprayer

Ideal for contractors drillingforage and biogas maize, saysthe firm, the Maga comes fittedwith large, 420mm (16in) diameterdouble-disc seeding units

DESIGNED so the depth of the tines and discs can beindependently adjusted on themove, Opico launched a newthree-metre mounted HeVaCombi-Disc cultivator.With the ability to subsoil,

cultivate and consolidate all inone pass, the Combi-Disc is anevolution of two HeVaproducts – the Combi-Lift andthe Disc Roller – both of whichhave been sold in the UK fornearly a decade and will stillcontinue to be availableseparately.

It comprises five hydraulicreset tines which subsoil to a400mm (16in) depth. A largetine stagger aims to reduce soil‘squeeze’ and reduce powerrequirement, says themanufacturer.Following the legs are two

gangs of 510mm (20in)diameter discs cutting andmixing to a depth of 125mm(5in). Finally, a 700mm (27in) V-profile press roller providesconsolidation.The 3,600kg machine retails

at £19,063 plus VAT.

mounted on parallelogramlinkages. This, says themanufacturer, gives greaterstability needed for higherspeeds and ensures a constantseeding depth is achieved. TheMaga is also suitable for drillingin min-tilled soils.For transport, the mounted

machine folds hydraulically fortransport to less than 3m (10ft).Other features include the

Muller Precimat control box,double-drive transmission, a36-litre seed hopper and a900-litre stainless steel hopperfor big bag fertilisers. A 30-litreapplicator can also be fitted.Price for the eight-row Maga

with 900-litre fertiliser tank is£41,046 plus VAT.

14 tonnes.Trials in Norfolk and

Lincolnshire have shown

Opico HeVa Combi-Disc subsoiler

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AVAILABLE in working widthsfrom four to seven metres,Sumo launched a trailedversion of its Mixidisc disccultivator.Previously only available as

a mounted machine, the trailedconcept has allowed theincorporation of a hydraulically-adjustable set of levellingpaddles between the rear set ofdiscs and consolidator roller.Other features include discs

Sumo Mixidisc trailed disc cultivator

DEVELOPED from TWB’sproven soil workingcomponents, the OSR seeder ispurpose-designed for sowingrape, rather than being anadapted subsoiler.A front disc is followed by a

low drift soil loosening legwhich can work to 250mm(10in), with a choice of disc ortine coulter with individual steelpress wheel.A packer at the rear firms

the seedbed.Seed hoppers of the

customers’ choice can befitted, such as the TechneatTerracast shown, with theaddition of liquid fertiliser and slug pellet applicators ifrequired.In addition to the 4.5-metre

model at Lamma, TWB is

TWB Engineering OSR seeder

offering 3m and 4m rigidmachines up to 6m, 12-legversions. Working at 9-10kph (5-

6mph), the 4.5m model is wellmatched by a 360hp tracklayerand is priced at £32,000.

RANGING from 2.5-metreworking width mountedmachines up to 7m-wide trailedunits, Knight launched a range ofrotary toppers, able to handleeverything from grass to heavy brash.Built by Czech firm Bednar,

the trailed versions fold fortransport with their foldingwings able to work from avertical position down to 20-degrees below the horizontalposition. Cutting height adjustment of

the trailed machines is done viashims on the main lift rams,with the drawbar also lifting fora parallel movement of thecutting deck.

Bednar toppers

All models feature galvanisedcutting deck canopies andreplaceable wear plates on theunderside. There is also the optionof two blade arrangements – singleedged for light conditions such asgrass, and double blades, one

Rabe Fieldbird disc cultivator

A GRAIN and fertiliser versionof the AD-P Super has beendeveloped by Amazone.Available with 2,000- and2,500-litre hopper capacities,and in three- and four-metreworking widths, the powerharrow drill combination gets a50:50 split for its hopper.With left- and right-hand side

hopper sections, and bothusing electric metering, the AD-P Super can be used as agrain-only outfit, emptying oneside of the hopper beforeautomatically switching to the other.Amazone says the

introduction of electric

stacked on top of the other, formore aggressive mulching instubble conditions, for example.Counter blades can also befitted. Power requirement for a6m machine is 150-200hp,which retails at about £21,000.

in an ‘X’ formation, preventingcrabbing, and parallel lift via thedrawbar and rear roller.Disc depth is set by shims

on the drawbar ram and pin-adjusted at the rear.Discs are rubber-mounted in

pairs and fitted with scrapers forcleaning. Seeder kits, air brakesand rear drawbar can bespecified as options.A 6m machine starts at

£43,275.

REPLACING its long-standingrange of Fieldbird disccultivators, Rabe showed a newgeneration of the machine, nowbuilt using a tubular chassis.While the new range uses a

similar disc arm to itspredecessor, there is now theoption of three disc sizes:460mm, 510mm and 560mm(18in, 20in and 22in). Discs areindividually rubber-mountedand can be offset to account forwear, maximising disc use, saysthe manufacturer. To preventwear, all disc bearings are 100per cent sealed.Also new is the extra space

between the last set of discsand the roller.This allows soil to settle

before it is consolidated, ratherthan throwing soil at the roller.Roller option types includecrumbler, steel rings, rubberrings, and packer.Several versions of the

cultivator are available, fromthree-metre-wide mountedmachines, up to 6m semi-mounted. At Sima, the firm willalso unveil a 9m fully-trailedmachine.Starting price for a 3m

machine is about £12,000,depending on roller.

EDWARDS Farm Machinery hassupplied precision vegetableseed drills from Agricola Italianasince 1998, but with anexpanding range of seeding

systems from the Padua-basedmanufacturer, it is gauging interestfrom growers of other crops.The six-row PK drill has

450mm (18in) spacings along the

2.55m (8ft 4in) toolbar, so issuitable for precision seedingof oilseed rape. It is fitted withfertiliser hoppers as standard.In a neat turnaround, the

maize version with 750mm(30in) row spacing hasrecently been sold to acustomer in the Vale ofEvesham with special discsfitted for sowing green beans.A new development for

vegetable growers is theSN2D-1-200 drill, fitted with asoil loosening leg and twin discto work in mulch seedbeds.

metering on both hopper sectionsaffords a tramlining capability forfertiliser too, which avoidswasting fertiliser in tramline

areas. The grain and fertiliserAD-P Super adds about £9,000to the cost of the grain-onlyversion.

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CONOR Engineering hasintroduced its first reardischarge manurespreader range,following customerrequests for a higheroutput spreadingsolution.With compact 10- and

12-tonne models, therange features twinvertical beaters with15mm (0.5in) thickreversible blades and10mm (0.4in) augerflights, automatic lightprotectors triggeredwhen the slurry door is

Conor Engineering rear discharge muck spreader

open and heavy-duty fullywelded construction. Options include a sprung

drawbar, swivel hitch andwooden or steel greedyboards.Prices are from £16,000-

£22,000.

LELY has added a 2.8-metreversion to its Splendimo PCtrailed mower range, featuringthe new QIII bed offered onlarger models with larger discsallowing the knives to rotatethrough 360-degrees.A pivoting gearbox makes

for easier coupling andmanoeuvring and the lift rams

are also used to control groundpressure, adjustable from thecab.Conditioning is via steel

fingers, pivoting on steelbushings for an extendedworking life and improvedsafety, and swath width isadjustable from 0.8-2m. Powerrequirement is from 70hp.

Lely Splendimo PC 280

TANCO’S latest bale wrapperdesign uses two or threewrapping arms and a loadingarm allowing bales to becollected from the side,speeding the wrapping cycle. Designed to handle bales

from one to 1.5 metres (threeto five feet) in diameter, thewrapper uses anaccumulator to provide thehydraulic power for the cutand tie process and aproportional valve to controlthe speed of bale rotation,maintaining momentum.Hydraulic and electric

controls are housed in acentral top panel, allowing aservice engineer to quicklyreplace a faulty unit, cuttingdowntime, says themanufacturer. Linkage- and loader-

mounted versions are idealfor contractors, while astatic model will follow foruse in the yard.

Tanco Variwrap 3

KRONE showed an updatedrange of the Swadro twin rotorrakes to replace the700/800/900 series. Featuresinclude a new tine designed tohold the crop better, allowingrotors to be set higher tominimise the risk of soilcontamination and a newheadstock with v-gearbox andsloping frame, which gives atransport height below four

metres (13ft) without foldingthe tine arms.The three models are the

6.8m fixed width TC680 andhydraulically adjustable TC780and TC880, which have rakingwidths of 6.8-7.6m and 7.6-8.8m respectively. ‘Plus’specification on the largermodel gives electric rotor lift,with height indication on the in-cab control box.

Krone Swadro TC rakes

SAVINGS in chemical use are generating interest inweedwipers and Blaney Agri’sWipeout 2 linkage-mountedmodels offer the capacity totreat larger pasture, as well astheir traditional upland farmingapplication. Weed wiping alsoextends application windows asit is unaffected by windyconditions.Models are 4.5 to 8.5-metre

working widths in twin or triplegang format and twin rollersincrease wetting whileminimising drips, protectingclover in the sward.Ground drive allows the

gangs to follow ground contoursand improved software givesgreater control of applicationsfor further savings. A 4.5m twin gang model is

priced at £6,500.

Blaney Agri Wipeout 2

POTTINGER has replaced itsEuroprofi forage wagon rangewith the Europrofi Combilinemodels.The three-model range

comprises the 45-10, 50-10 and55-10 models, with capacitiesof 45, 50 and 55cu.mrespectively.Developed as a combi-

wagon, Pottinger says themodels can be used as foragetrailers.Pottinger’s general manager

Shaun Groom says: “Shod on560 or optional 710 tyres, theCombiline makes a great trailerfor maize or energy crops.

Compared to a trailer, theCombiline has axles in themiddle of the chassis, givinggood balance and improvedmanoeuvrability.”In forage wagon guise, the

range delivers a 39mm (1.5in)chop length and a hydraulically-operated knife lock systemallows the operator to swapblades midway through the day,making full use of the doubleknife, twin blade designadopted by the Combiline.Power requirement is from

130-220hp, with the 50-10model being priced from£66,825.

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IN response to greater demandson diet feeders, ShelbourneReynolds has upgraded its twinauger Powermix Pro TwinExpress feeders to be moredurable.Rather than simply increase the

thickness of steel used for tub andauger flights, or improving steelquality, the manufacturer haschosen to do both.To reduce wear created over

time, Twin Express tub interiorsare now double skinned up to aheight of 775mm (30.5in), with anadditional 10mm (0.4in) thick sheetof S500 grade steel. This, says themanufacturer, provides added

protection and wear resistance onthe lower sidewall of the entirecircumference of the tub, andbrings the total sidewall thicknessto 18mm (0.7in).In addition, the auger flights are

now made from stronger S500-grade steel, which is 15mm (0.5in)thick. Replaceable wear pads onthe lower auger legs incorporate a10mm (0.4in) thick stainless steelplate.The additional steel will add

480kg to the weight of each twinauger machine. Total unladenweights now range from 8,325kgfor the smallest 16cu.m model to9,160kg for the 25cu.m flagship.

Shelbourne Reynolds Powermix Pro Twin Express diet feeders

GRASSLANDequipmentmanufacturer Fella hasexpanded its rear-mountedmower conditioner offering withthe introduction of a new,additional series.Three models make up the

new range; the SM 3060 TL-KC,with a three-metre (9ft 8in)cutting width and tineconditioner, the SM 3060 TL-RCwith roller conditioner, and thefirm’s biggest mower conditioneryet, the SM 3570 TL-KC.

All mowers are centre-mounted and feature hydro-pneumatic suspension,designed to evenly followground contours, says themanufacturer.For tine conditioner models,

conditioning intensity can becontrolled by means of a countercomb, which can be adjusted viafour different positions.Tine conditioner machines

also feature a crop spreadingdevice as standard.

Reco Fella SM 3570 TL-KC mower

THOSEof you with a half decentmemory may remember theKeenan Orbital muck spreader.Well, due to demand, it is back.One of the Orbital’s major plus

points is material is moved from therear of the machine to the front, asit empties. Particularly for hills, thishas the advantage of puttingpositive weight onto the tractor,providing increased traction.The spreader is essentially a half

barrel shape, with muck pushed

from the rear via a hydraulicmechanism into a rotatingflywheel, which mulches andspreads to the left-hand side. Rate of muck applied can be

varied by the speed of the pushingmechanism, while a hydraulicallyadjustable deflector plate altersspread pattern.The 12-tonne capacity machine

also features a slurry tank,allowing it to handle liquid or solidmanure.

Keenan Orbital muck spreader

GERMAN trailer-maker Fliegl hasentered the rear-dischargemuck spreader market with anejector-bodied spreader.The hydraulically-operated

ejector mechanism is said to be more reliable and morerobust than traditional chain and slat floor designs. Used inconjunction with on-board weighcells, the operator needs only toinput the required applicationrate and the spreader control

box takes care of ejecting theload to match forward speed.The galvanised spreader

range is available in 12, 14 and20cu.m capacities and, with theaddition of greedy boards, eachmodel’s capacity can be boostedby a further 30 per cent.Options include weigh cells,

following axle, sprung drawbar,hydraulic and air brake systems.Expect the 12cu.m model to bepriced from £30,000.

Fliegl muck spreader

DESIGNED to make its mountedgrassland subsoiler moreversatile, Twose has producedan aerator which can be fittedonto the back of the machine’sflat roller.In tandem with the three

subsoiling legs and flat roller,the addition of the aerator

allows for a one-passgrassland rejuvenationsystem, with deep and surfacecompaction both beingalleviated at the same time.However, if conditions changeand the aerator element is notrequired, this can bedecoupled.

Twose grassland subsoiler

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As Lamma continues to grow, its range of exhibitors now includes alarge number showcasing products to livestock farmers with a host of new innovations revealed this year. Angela Calvert reports.

Raft of new livestockinnovations on show

Edited by Katie Jones01772 799 [email protected]

THE newly-launched HaygroveArc has been designed toprovide a low cost, easy-to-build housing for livestock,machinery or general farmstorage.

It comes in 9m, 12m and 15m(30ft, 40ft and 50ft) widths andhas a steel frame with an extratough canvas cover.

Each arc is constructed inmodular sections and can bebuilt to suit individualrequirements.

The arc requires no concretebase, is pinned to the groundand is fully portable and easyto self-build. It can be suppliedopen-ended or there are a

THE Drenchmaster fromGlendale Engineering is alightweight one-way racesystem which is easily movedwith an ATV or UTV and can beadded on to a handling race.

Brushes set at a 45-degreeangle on its inside ensuresheep can only move one way.

It is fully adjustable, has ashredding gate and allows theoperator to perform multipleoperations with ease. Cost is£1,750 plus VAT.� Details available at www.glendaleengineering.co.uk

PHARMWEIGH is exhibiting its12-volt DC Auto Drafter whichcan be customised to meetsheep or pig producerrequirements.

Made from stainless steel, it issilent and easily portable. Amanual version is also available.

Both versions are EID-enabledand in a unique feature, the

Pharmweigh indicators willpick up non-read orfailed/missing eartags.� Details available atwww.pharmweigh.com

Pharmweigh Auto Drafter

A NEW product from Enegis is a high quality animal beddingmade from high grade Irishpeat blended with lime, whichis being marketed as analternative bedding for cubicle housing.

It is easy to dispense and iskind to slurry equipment as it isnon-abrasive and has fineparticles. A product is added tothe peat to reduce microbes inbedding helping reducemastitis and somatic cellcounts.

It provides a comfortablebed for cows, increasing lyingtime and milk production.

Environmentally friendly,when spread on land it willimprove soil quality and aidgrass management.� Details available atwww.enegis.co.uk

Enegis bedding

OCTOPOSTS are Swedish-manufactured fencing postswhich are octagonal-shaped tomake them easier to stack andhandle and provide a flatsurface for fixing.

Made from slow-grownSwedish pine, they are

kiln-dried, then pressure heat-treated with creosote.

Cost-effectiveThis provides a life expectancy ofmore than 40 years, and with amanufacturer guarantee of 25years, makes them cost-effective

compared to conventional posts.The company also produces

Octorails which have overlapjointing on the rails makingfixing to posts easy and adding strength.� Details available at www.daviesimplementsltd.co.uk

Davies Implements Octoposts

MOOCALL Sensors providecalving alerts to any mobilephone. A device is attached tothe cow’s tail which monitorsspinal movement andcontractions, and when theyreach a certain threshold,sends an alert to a mobilephone, followed by another an hour later.

It has an embedded multi-roaming M2M sim which

will work in low signal areas. It suits all breeds and is

adjustable to any tail size.No additional hardware

is required and it has arechargeable battery whichlasts for 30 days.

Cost is £202 per unit with an annual data charge of €200 (about £154).� Details available atwww.moocallsensors.com

Moocall alerts

Haygrove livestock housing

number of door options. Cost isabout £45/sq.m.

� Details available atwww.haygrove.com

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