2006 New Product Preview |
1. John Deere
Aercore 800 aerator
To meet increasing demands for quality, productivity and reducing the risk of hydraulic leaks on playing surfaces, John Deere introduced its 2006 model year version of the John Deere Aercore 800 aerator, featuring a belt-drive coring system, a mechanical transmission and an electro-hydraulic life/lower system. The Aercore 800 features its Flexi-Link coring system, which increases productivity without sacrificing hole quality. Flexi-Link absorbs the forward motion of the aerator, keeping the tines perpendicular to the turf while the machine is moving. In addition, this belt-driven aerator provides quiet operation on the course and low maintenance.
John Deere/(800) 537-8233
Circle 054 on reader service card or www.OneRS.ims.ca/5891-054
2. Toro TIS-240 Intelli-sense
The TIS-240 is Toro's latest "smart" water-saving controller within its Intelli-Sense Series. The new design boasts a station count of 24, making it ideal for residential and commercial applications. The TIS-240 complmenets the TIS-612, which is abailable in 6,9, or 12 stations. Using real-time meteorogical and agronomic information gathered through a combination of inputs, Intelli-Sense controllers determine how much moisture that a landscape needs for ideal plant growth. Toro partnered with HydroPoint, a leader in the delivery of ET (evapotranspiration) data to develop a program called "ET Everywhere." Incorporating the proprietary WeatherTRAK scheduling engine, the Intelli-Sense controller receives deaily local precipitation updates and ET values via 1-way wireless transmissions.
Toro Irrigation/(800) 664-4740
Circle 055 on reader service card or www.OneRS.ims.ca/5891-055
3. Irritol New Smart Dial 24
Irritol extended water conservation even further by introducing the Smart Dial 24 (model SD2400-EXT) controller, a new number of the Smart Dial Series with a station count of 24. Available in February 2006, the Smart Dial SD2400-EXT automatically adjusts watering schedules based on daily weather patterns and local Evaportranspiration (ET) levels, saving water and minimizing irrigation runoff. using the ET Everywhere data service contraining real-time information from 14,000 weather stations and satellites, the controller receives local ET values each evening. Smart Dial's internal WeatherTRAK scheduling engine then goes to work, calculating the exact amount of water each area of the landscape needs to flourish.
Irritol/(800) 883-1234
Circle 056 on reader service card or www.OneRS.ims.ca/5891-056
4. Boxer Brute
Compact Power's Boxer Brute is the culmination of 10 years of industry research. It is the synthesis of what contractors and rental entities demand from a compact utility loader. Its smaller stature (42.5 inches wide, 69 inches long, and 49 inches tall) allows the Brute access to virtually any project. The 27-hp. Kohler Commanrd Pro engine-powered Brute boasts 875-pound operating capacity, which is 30 percent more than any other wheeled unit. The brute can handle all full-szie attachments, including a 36-inch auger with ease. The smooth ride and proprietary soft-touch controls make the Brute appealing to contractors.
Compact Power, Inc./(800) 476-9673
Circle 057 on reader service card or www.OneRS.ims.ca/5891-057
5. New BOSS for 2006
Country Clipper has improved its BOSS commercial riding mower for 2006 and given it more features:
- Patented stand-up decks from 52- to 72-inch cutting width
- 4 engine choices from 25 to 30 hp.
- 12-mph mowing speed
- Hydro-Gear pumps with auxillary cooling fans
- Choice of joystick or dual-lever steering control
- Full complement of accessories and attachments
Country Clipper/(800) 344-8237
Circle 058 on reader service card or www.OneRS.ims.ca/5891-058 |
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