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WWW.POTATOGROWER.COM 29 Pilers 2007 Milestone 42" all belt, 230 3ph remote 2003 Milestone 42" all belt, 230 3ph remote 1999 Double L 831 36" x 49' BC, 3ph remote 1994 Double L 831 36" x 49' BC 3ph Remote 1989 Spudnik 550 30" BC, 3phase Remote Stingers 2016 Logan Trac Pro Telescopic 36"/42" x 6' Tel. 2010 Logan Trac Pro Telescopic 36"/42" x 6' Tel. 2014 Logan Trac Pro 30" x 10 belt 3ph Double L 832 BC 30" fingers Spudnik 36" x 10' Belt Spudnik 30" 10' belt Conveyors Telescopic 2002 Spudnik TC 36"/42"/60' (90degree) 3ph 1998 Spudnik TC 36"/42"/60' 3ph Refurbished 1996 Double L 820 30" x 60' 3ph 1992 Double L 810 Tel. conv. 30''x 50' 3ph Conveyors Straight Spudnik 1205 Straight 30" x 40' 3ph (8) Spudnik 1200 Hopper 30" x 40' 3ph Tip Double L 809 30" x 40' 3ph (10) Double L 809 30" x 38' 3ph (10) Double L 808 30" x 25' 3ph SIZER/Eliminator 2003 Milestone 84" DES, BC Elev, peg belT blower 2002 Spudnik 925 72" 3ph 2000 Double 878 DE 78" 3ph flip down72" sizer 1997 Double 807 Dirt Elim. 62" BC 3ph Stingers 72" Sizer 1997 Milestone MSDES 72" 3ph Dirt Elim Sizer 94 Spudnik 900 Sizer 60" 230V 3ph Dirt Eliminators 97 DL 807 62" BC with 3 stingers 3ph 1995 Double 806 Collector 44" 2-pups, Rock/Clod/Eliminators 2015 Lockwood Air Vac 2014 Spudnik 991 72" Air Sep 2014 Harriston Clod Hopper 4240 2013 Harriston Clod Hopper 4240 ellis table, Peg belt blower 2010 Harriston Clod Hopper 3240 2007 Harriston Clod Hopper 240 model 3ph 2007 Harriston Clod Hopper 240 model 3ph 1996 Harriston Clod Hopper 200/80" 230 Volt 3ph 1994 STI 1260 Sand Machine Even Flows & Crop Carts 2016 Milestone 100cwt, Stinger, tilt belt 2002 Spudnik 1000 cwt 3ph 1996 Double L 860 600 cwt 3ph 1990 Spudnik 1800 3ph 48" elev. 2016 Spudnik Model 4835 "Crop Cart" Beds 2017 Logan LP20' Combo W/Tarp 1995 Double L 20' updated Dual Drive 1989 Double L 20' updated Dual Drive 1986 Logan 20' new paint & planetary gearbox 1989 Logan 20' w/ EZ Tarp 1985 Logan 20' Electric 1983 Logan 20" Elecrric Trucks 2007 Sterling 13spd MB 425hp, no bed, frame for 22' bed, has PTO. 2003 KW 290hp Auto Logan 20' bed EZ tarp 1988 International Auto Logan 20' bed 1985 IH 5000 Pay-Star 290 hp Cum., manual Crossovers/Wind rowers 2008 Spudnik 6140 Four Row RH 50/50/50 2008 Spudnik 6140 Four Row LH 50/50/50 2003 Lockwood 5000 Four Row LH 50/50/50 1998 Double L 851 Four Row RH 50/50/45 Harvesters 2015 Double L 953 50/50/45/45/45/ Grimme 1 row w/bunker pintle belts 2014 Lockwood 574 4 row 2012 Double L 965 3 row, w/Multi-sep table 2010 Lockwood 474 50/56/56/56/50 2010 DL 953 4 row 36" row 2009 DL 973 4 row 36" row 2009 Spudnik 6400 50/50/45/45/45 2008 DL 973 4 row return flo, galaxy table 2008 DL 953 4 row 36" 2008 Lockwood 474H 4 row 2007 Double 853 4 row 50/50/45/45 Seed Cutters 1998 Milestone 60" 1993 Milestone 36" Treaters 2015 Milestone 36" Liquid Treater 2013 Better Built CDT 10'x 10" dust auger 1996 Milestone 36" Duster Planters 2016 Spudnik 8080 8 row pull 36" 2009 Harriston cup planter 8 row pull loaded 34" 2009 Lockwood 4 row air cup 2009 Underhaug 3760 8 row 34" Raven controls 2 products 2007 Spudnik 8060 36" 2007 Gruse Bed planter 4 row off set hitch 2005 Harriston model 4016 cup, Raven Controller 36" 2005 Lockwood 6 row Pick 36" 2003 Kverneland 8 row 34" rear steer, tanks pumps 2000 Grimme 8 row 34" row rear steer 1995 Kverneland 3300 6 row 34" Planter/Tare/Piler DL 815 30" x 24' hyd belt chain DL 814 24" x 30' hyd belt chain Water Dammers 2009 Logan 6 row Yield Pro Water Dammer 2006 Spudnik 8060 Cultv. 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Spudequipment.com Bruce: (208)390-5120 | brucen@tristeelmfg.com Evan: (208)757-8481 | evann@tristeelmfg.com 2359-26TriSteelMfg12h.indd 1 6/6/19 10:59 AM or missing, it is critical it is replaced with the correct nozzle and not just with what happens to be available in the pickup. Sprinklers, nozzles and pressure regula- tors wear out. Water quality, pressure and hours of operation are all factors in this. It is important to monitor pressure at the pivot point and use this as a baseline for change. Check the pressure after the pivot has been running for a day or two, then measure at the same location in the field each time. Keeping track of the pressure year over year or even month to month helps spot problems. Too-low pres- sure will compromise the flow regulating devices, pattern and uniformity. Too- high pressure may indicate plugging and change in flow through the system. In July it may be too late to update your sprinkler package and reach the best yield and grade, but if you have a prob- lem and don't address it, you could face even greater losses. When you observe a problem, the first thing to do is check for plugging. A small amount of organic ma- terial from surface water or cinders from the well can partially plug and reduce flow from the device. Always check for material on the inlet of the pressure regulator, the nozzle and the plate. The second major problem is pressure. When all systems are operating, it may not be obvious that you are operating at lower than design pressure. Pressure regulators normally require an extra 5 PSI to allow proper flow exiting the nozzle. For exam- ple, the minimum design pressure for a 20 PSI regulator is 25 PSI. Optimum pressure must be considered in the design phase of the installation and needs to be monitored each year. A pressure gauge on the end of a system can ensure proper operating pres- sure is maintained throughout. The third point is wear on the nozzle. Ten percent wear of the nozzle allows for a 20 percent flow increase at the same pres- sure. Finally, wear to the plate can change the pattern and affect throw distance and uniformity. Another way to be smart about your irrigation is to check out new tools avail- able for the end of the iron. Not only can you pick up additional coverage, you can provide a buffer around the edge of the crop to reduce heat sink issues and trash buildup in the overhang. Many manufacturers offer options to easily clean nozzles, and even allow operators to shut off and backflush the nozzle. In areas where water and power management is critical, consider the op- tion of having dual nozzles for the device that allow for a very quick change. Many growers can manage water availability by switching in-season to meet crop demands or water availability. A final area to consider is the control valve at the pivot. All valves are not the same, and it is important to look at the friction loss through the valve. Local pow- er companies can help growers calculate what each PSI costs an individual oper- ation per year. A simple example below shows the cost of each PSI generated. Contact your local dealer if you have a question. They will be glad to help and can provide answers to application concerns and relay the new innovations available. Take a few hours and attend a field day and visit a new machine to see what options are available. Visit with your neighbors, as they may have some of the same concerns. Saving water, energy, sav- ing labor is our goal and should be yours. Don Zimmerman can be contacted at don.zimmerman@nelsonirrigation.com.