Landscape & Irrigation

May/June 2017

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PRODUCT ROUND-UP T U R F R E N OVAT I O N E Q U I P M E N T www.landscapeirrigation.com Landscape and Irrigation May/June 2017 35 BILLY GOAT NEXT GEN 18-INCH HYDRO-DRIVE SOD CUTTER The Billy Goat SC181H features a newly designed superstructure frame with 50 more pounds of steel. Its new heavy-duty gear box and cutting system with oversized sealed bearings, tight shaft-mounted eccentrics and 1-inch lateral stability bar are designed to perform in the most rugged conditions. Variable-speed fingertip, hydro-drive controls in both forward and reverse provide ease of operation. Exclusive "Set and Forget" blade depth adjusts to 2.5 inches from a single lever at the user's operating position. Rear swivel caster is perfect for curved work and locks for straight cuts. Unique drive wheels clear mud and improve grip for added control; and handle isolation mounts absorb vibration for smooth, fatigue-free operation. The unit includes "Text to Video," offering quick access to a short instructional video via mobile device by simply texting "sod" to the number 33988. Other user-friendly features include an hour meter, heavy-duty front bumper and six convenient tie-down points. The next gen sod cutter is powered by a 133cc Honda GXV engine. EXMARK 30-INCH STAND-ON AERATOR The Exmark 30-inch stand-on aerator features a split-tine design to allow easy turning with tines engaged, and zero-turn agility with the tines up. The compact design heightens maneuverability while the 30-inch aeration width and 7.5-mph top speed deliver productivity of up to 1.7 acres per hour. Mass is centralized over the 48 coring tines for maximum core depth consistency, which is adjustable from 2 to 5 inches. The self-cleaning tines are easy to replace. Hydraulically actuated tine down-force is adjustable by the operator, and the machine is capable of generating a massive 1,200 pounds of downward force. A Kawasaki FS481V twin-cylinder powerplant delivers professional-grade power, reliability and durability. GRASSHOPPER AERA-VATOR The Grasshopper Company's PTO-driven AERA-vator implement relieves compaction and aerates turf without prior irrigation, leaving no cores to clean up. Oscillating, forged-steel tines penetrate and fracture sand and loosen hard, dry soils without slicing or cutting, preserving and encouraging root development. The AERA-vator provides effective aeration with minimal surface disruption, so turf is available for use immediately after treatment. Available in 40- and 60-inch models, the AERA-vator is perfect for any application: improving (low spot) drainage in turf areas that tend to pool, reducing the need for chemical applications through improved absorption, lifting and freshening beds without disturbing mulch, or preparing bare ground for seeding or sodding. Compatible with Grasshopper Model 623T and any 700 or 900 Series power units. RYAN LAWNAIRE ZTS STAND-ON AERATOR The first of its kind from Ryan, the Lawnaire ZTS stand-on aerator brings a new level of efficiency and profitability to lawn care professionals. The ZTS maneuvers easily thanks to its low center of gravity, zero-turn drive, and a top speed of seven miles per hour. The Lawnaire ZTS achieves high-quality aeration with a revolutionary automatic chain tensioning system. The user is always in charge, with precise aeration depth control and a fast hydraulic tine lift. Aerating can be tough, so comfort is key. With a sturdy, shock-absorbing operator platform and zero-turn maneuverability, the Lawnaire ZTS does the work without taking a toll on your body. The intuitive controls of the ZTS make it ideal for busy lawn care professionals, requiring less time, effort and training to operate.

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