Equipment

2600 Series include heavier, more versatile primary tillage and vertical tillage tools.

For the 2012 tillage season, John Deere offers three new 2600 Series Disks and one new vertical tillage tool designed to provide everything from more muscle for penetrating, chopping and mixing soil and crop residue in a single pass to creating a uniform seedbed. The beefier new 2600 Series tillage lineup includes the 2625 Disk, 2623 Disk, 2620 Disk and 2623VT (Vertical Tillage).
According to Patrick Sikora, marketing manager at John Deere Des Moines Works, the 2600 Series Disks and 2623VT give customers more high performance, heavy-duty options when it comes to selecting the right tillage tools for their farming operations.
“Tillage preferences vary from farm to farm depending on a number of factors such as cropping programs, field topography, soil conditions and residue requirements,” Sikora says. “The new 2600 Series allows customers to match the right tillage tool – from a one-pass primary tillage disk to a seedbed finisher – while giving them plenty of versatility and years of durable performance.”… Continue reading

— Air compressor, generator and welder in one unit for increased versatility

John Deere introduces the highly versatile Welderator to its line of power products for the farm, ranch and workshop.  This stationary, gasoline-powered machine provides three functions – air compressor, generator and arc welder – all in one unit.
The John Deere Welderator features an industrial Subaru overhead cam/overhead valve, 404cc engine with electric start on a powder-coated ASME coded 30-gallon receiver tank mounted on a heavy-duty 3/16-inch base plate that reduces vibration. The unit weighs 585 lbs. empty and is 46 inches long by 22 inches wide and 47 inches high.
When operated in generator mode, the unit provides 5000 watts maximum output through two 120V, 20-amp receptacles. Users can select two speeds: idle down for use with the air compressor and full-throttle to power the welder and for electric power generation.
The compressor pump is a high-quality two-stage compressor with a splash-lubricated cast-iron crankcase and durable stainless steel braided discharge hose.… Continue reading

Case IH is proud to announce that the new Case IH Patriot 4430 sprayer has been selected as the 2011 CropLife^® IRON Product of the Year. The award was recently announced at the Agricultural Retailers Association Conference and Exposition in Boca Raton, Fla.

“We are pleased that the industry recognizes the benefits the Case IH Patriot 4430 sprayer can bring to retailers, custom applicators and producers, helping them improve their efficiency, cover more acres with better accuracy and use less fuel,” says Ken Lehmann, Case IH Application Equipment Sales and Marketing Manager.

CropLife IRON Product of the Year Award

Any agricultural equipment introduced during the calendar year can be nominated for the CropLife IRON Product of the Year award. The publication’s staff selects the five finalists from nominations submitted by email from their readers and comments made at trade shows and events, such as the Midwest AG Industries Exposition, Farm Progress Show and Husker Harvest Days.… Continue reading

Ag Leader Technology is excited to announce the INTEGRA™ display will soon feature planter down force monitor and control capability, allowing the display to monitor and adjust down force based on field and soil conditions.  Planting seed at the optimum row unit down force is an important factor in good crop germination, and ultimately, yield.  The system will be available for the 2013 spring planting season, with field test systems in operation during the spring 2012 planting season.
The heart of the system is a hydraulic down force actuator, engineered by Dawn Equipment. The actuator is the fastest on the market, allowing the INTEGRA display to make quick row unit down force adjustments.  Ag Leader will be selling and supporting a branded version of the actuator.

“Soil conditions encountered by the planter change fast,” says Ag Leader Product Manager Roger Zielke.  “Other down force pressure systems that rely on air compressors and air bags can’t respond like this hydraulic system.… Continue reading

Winner gets choice of $40,000 patio makeover or themed Airstream; 50 iPads as first prizes

As part of its annual Green Fever sales program, John Deere has launched its Open Air/Open Road Sweepstakes that runs through February 29, 2012. The sweepstakes gives U.S. and Canadian customers and prospects a chance to win a grand prize of either a Belgard outdoor patio makeover with a new John Deere Z425 EZ-Trak Zero-Turn Mower OR a John Deere themed 22-foot Airstream trailer. Both prizes have a retail value of more than $40,000 (USD) each.

In addition, John Deere will give away 50 (fifty) Apple iPad 2 Digital Devices as first-place prizes. Customers can visit their local John Deere dealership to check out the latest equipment for their farm, ranch, or property maintenance needs and register for the sweepstakes from now through February 29, 2012. U.S. and Canadian residents also can enter by sending in a card with their contact information. … Continue reading

Worksaver, Inc. has expanded its line of manure/silage/debris forks with new models designed to fit John Deere 200/300/400/500 series loaders.  These manure/silage/debris forks pick up manure, matted straw and other loose materials for easy clean-up.  All units feature forged cranked tines for increased performance while select units offer an upper grapple for securing large loads.  A range of widths from 50” – 72” are available, dependent upon the model.

For more information, contact Worksaver, Inc., P.O. Box 100, Litchfield, IL 62056-0100.  Phone: 217-324-5973.  Fax: 217-234-3356.  website: www.worksaver.com.  E-mail: sales@worksaver.com.… Continue reading

Krone is releasing a new line of fixed chamber balers for 2012 – the Bellima. The new round baler has evolved from the KR 125/130 model. Simple by design and operated by a low-hp tractor, the low-maintenance fixed chamber round baler produces rock-hard bales from silage, hay and straw.

Like all Krone round balers for 2012, Bellima features the camless EasyFlow pick-up, a design that eliminates the need for a traditional cam track, a major area of wear. This camless technology provides a number of obvious benefits. The machine now has a simpler design after shedding quite a number of moving parts that would be subject to wear and tear. Operators report they noticed a decrease of up to 60% in wear on the new machine. More costs are saved on reduced service and maintenance. In addition, the camless EasyFlow pick-up operates at a 30% higher speed than a standard pick-up with cam and also offers noticeably quieter running.… Continue reading

The new Fortima round baler from Krone presents an intelligent combination of well-proven technology and innovation. The variable chamber round baler not only offers maximum efficiency and high bale densities but also a clear design with easy access to all service and maintenance points. The Fortima is available in two versions: Fortima V 1500, which produces 4’ x 39”-60” bales, and Fortima V 1800, which produces 4’ x 39”-72” bales. Each version may be equipped with Krone’s MultiCut cutting system.

The new EasyFlow camless pick-up unit provides a number of obvious advantages. It results in a more clear-cut design since the machine shed quite a number of moving parts that would be subject to wear and tear. Operators report they noticed up to a 60% decrease in wear costs. Further costs are saved on reduced service and maintenance. In addition, the camless EasyFlow pick-up operates at a 30% higher speed than a standard pick-up with cam and offers noticeably quieter running.… Continue reading

Vermeer Corporation unveiled an agreement with Kubota Canada Ltd. that offers Vermeer Forage Solutions Dealers in Canada the opportunity to sell forage equipment with retail financing provided by Kubota Canada Ltd.

“Customers in Canada now have the opportunity to purchase Vermeer forage equipment with a financing option. This opportunity will further accessibility to both companies’ product offerings in the Canadian agriculture industry,” explains Joe Michaels, Vermeer Director of Forage Solutions. “We believe the combination of our high quality forage equipment along with Kubota’s well respected tractor line offers producers an excellent choice for purchasing high performance, long-lasting, productive ag equipment.”

“This agreement between Vermeer and Kubota offers an easy way to purchase a tractor and baler, rake or other related forage equipment and have both the service and financing ends of ownership at one convenient dealership location,” echoes Ross Wallace, President of Kubota Canada. “Our team is pleased to have the opportunity to provide financing options to Vermeer customers.… Continue reading

Costly extensions of three-phase power or use of external phase converters are no longer needed to get more power to high-capacity centrifugal dryers at sites with only single-phase electricity.

That’s because the new Single-Phase Centrifugal Dryer from Sukup Manufacturing Co. offers an onboard power conversion system that permits use of bigger motors than could previously be used with single-phase power. The dryer has an innovative converter that changes singlephase power into three-phase power. It enables use of larger fan motors – potentially up to 50
horsepower – which are more energy efficient and decrease drying times.

“This makes the 16-foot Sukup Centrifugal Dryer an easy, plug-and-play choice for farmers with only single-phase service on their farm,” said Kerry Hartwig, dryer sales coordinator for Sukup Manufacturing.

Previously, dryers at sites with only single-phase power were limited to 15 hp motors unless an external phase converter could be brought in. However, external phase converters commonly introduce unbalanced voltage that can result in inconsistent dryer performance, Hartwig said.… Continue reading

Kuhn North America, Inc., of Brodhead, Wisconsin, introduces the fully-redesigned RC 200 Series Reel Commercial mixers. These mixers provide superior durability and performance, with new advanced options that separate them from the competition. For dairy and beef producers mixing rations with high percentages of roughages or distillers grain, this new design gives them the ability to efficiently handle a wide range of materials.

The all-new, open-concept Helix Reel option provides faster, more consistent mixing and improved load leveling with any ration. It allows the operator to work more efficiently and move on to the next batch of feed faster, as a result of quicker unloading and a more complete cleanout. The Heavy-Duty Drive option offers extended life, in even the most extreme use cycles, and gives producers the ability to mix the heaviest feedstuffs. These enhancements, combined with the versatility and low horsepower requirement that are the hallmark of the reel and auger design, put these new RC models at the head of their class!… Continue reading

A one of a kind Stealth Gleaner isn’t the only unique piece of equipment on this St. Henry farm. The Stucke brothers rely on each other for good input and good equipment.… Continue reading

The Kenn-Feld Group, LLC and Liechty Farm Equipment, Inc. announced the combination of their organizations effective November 1, 2011.

“We are excited to combine with Liechty Farm Equipment to form one of the largest John Deere dealerships in Ohio and Indiana”, said Tom Burenga, General Manager. “Our scale will give our customers additional access to equipment, parts, and expertise with precision farming.”

Kenn-Feld Group operates three locations: Lefeld Implement of Coldwater, OH; Kennedy-Kuhn of Van Wert, OH; and East Allen Ag and Turf, of Woodburn, IN.

Liechty Farm Equipment operates seven locations. Four full service John Deere Agriculture dealerships in Ohio: Archbold, Edgerton, Napoleon, and Paulding. The other three locations are primarily involved in rental and John Deere consumer products. The two locations in Wauseon and Archbold, Ohio operate as Brush Creek Sales & Rental, while the Angola, IN location operates as Hal-Mark Sales & Rental.

All of the locations will continue to operate under their current name.… Continue reading

Global Sales Manager for Kinze, Luc Van Herle spoke with Heather Hetterick about two new products they will be going to market with next year. One is their autonomy system and the other is their all new, completely redesigned grain carts.

Kinze

See the autonomous grain cart system in action-

 
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Topcon Precision Agriculture (TPA) announces its new X30 control console is now compatible with the NORAC UC5™ spray height control system. The systems communicate via the X30 ISO virtual terminal which allows them to interoperate.

This allows existing users of both the NORAC UC5 boom leveling system and the Topcon X30 control console to be able to have the systems functioning together. UC5 users benefit through having another terminal option in the Topcon X30.  Existing X30 users benefit in the ability to add a NORAC UC5 system to their sprayer and operate the system from the X30 console, without the need for a separate interface for the boom leveling system.

“We are very excited to be adding the Topcon X30 console to the list of virtual terminals and panels that are compatible with the NORAC UC5, the most advanced spray height control system in the industry,” said Danea Armstrong, vice president of global sales for NORAC Systems International.… Continue reading

B&D Rollers now offers rebalancing for all makes, models and sizes of stalk chopper rollers.   With the 2011 harvest complete, now is a good time to check stalk choppers and send rollers in for rebalancing so they’re ready for the 2012 crop year.

According to ag engineers at Iowa State University and South Dakota State University, stalk chopper rollers become out of balance due to rocky fields, acres covered and other factors.  Chopper rollers, flails and hammers should be visually inspected for damage at least annually, they say. Uneven operation and abnormal vibration are typical signs of a problem.  Out-of-balance rollers place stress on bearings and can lead to frame fatigue

The chopper rolls are trued to between 1800 and 2500 rpm. Cost starts at about $350 and depends on severity of wear and journal repairs needed.  Rollers are typically rebalanced and shipped back to owners within 5-7 days of receipt.… Continue reading

B&D Rollers now offers rebalancing for all makes, models and sizes of stalk chopper rollers.   With the 2011 harvest complete, now is a good time to check stalk choppers and send rollers in for rebalancing so they’re ready for the 2012 crop year.

According to ag engineers at Iowa State University and South Dakota State University, stalk chopper rollers become out of balance due to rocky fields, acres covered and other factors.  Chopper rollers, flails and hammers should be visually inspected for damage at least annually, they say. Uneven operation and abnormal vibration are typical signs of a problem.  Out-of-balance rollers place stress on bearings and can lead to frame fatigue

The chopper rolls are trued to between 1800 and 2500 rpm. Cost starts at about $350 and depends on severity of wear and journal repairs needed.  Rollers are typically rebalanced and shipped back to owners within 5-7 days of receipt.… Continue reading

Ag Leader Technology, Inc., a leader in the development of precision farming solutions, is excited to introduce the latest innovation in precision farming – the new VERSA™ display. It features a large full-color 8.4-inch touchscreen and multiple language options. The new VERSA is a versatile precision farming tool for farmers and growers who want year-round operation control, as well as integrated guidance and steering. Monitoring and application control is also included in the VERSA package.

“The VERSA display was designed to be flexible enough to meet the unique needs of different operations,” says Matt Leinen, Product Manager. “The VERSA display’s ability to perform guidance and automated steering control makes it a smart investment for those looking for the versatility of a full-featured precision/guidance system. It’s also a great investment for experienced precision farming operators who need displays for additional vehicles or just want an easy-to-use input costsaving solution.”

The key features of the VERSA display include compatibility with ISO 11783 (ISOBUS) Virtual Terminal Standard, built-in manual guidance, full-screen mapping, planter and application control, yield monitoring, real-time data logging and automated steering.… Continue reading

Project ”Can Do” lets consumers virtually sponsor food cans that will support the efforts of John Deere in their food donations to River Bend FoodBank.

To recognize the vital role that America’s farmers play in feeding the world this harvest season, John Deere is attempting a world-record at constructing a full-sized sculpture of its new S-Series combine from more than 300,000 cans of food at the John Deere Pavilion in downtown Moline, Illinois.
According to Nicole Schneider, project manager, communications for John Deere Ag & Turf Division, the John Deere Project ”Can Do” combine sculpture and food donation program are designed to raise awareness of the essential role farmers and ranchers play in producing safe, healthy and abundant food for a growing world population, while supplying much needed food supplies to a local food bank during the holiday season.
“With the global population expected to increase from 7 billion to more than 9 billion by 2050, farmers will need to increase food production by 70 percent while using the same amount of land, water and other resources,” says Schneider.… Continue reading

Alliance Tire Americas has introduced the FloTruck 382, a new, all-steel radial flotation tire rated for 6,610 pounds at 62 mph (3,000 kg at 100 km/h) and DOT-compliant.

The block-tread design of the FloTruck 382 creates a large contact patch and a flat profile, reducing soil compaction and ensuring excellent road performance.  Advanced compounding and all-steel construction improve stubble resistance and deliver long-lasting performance.

“The FloTruck 382 continues Alliance’s commitment to developing the tires our customers need – tires that go faster, haul more and last longer than ever, helping farmers improve their productivity,” says James Tuschner, marketing director for Alliance.  “Alliance has been an innovator in radial flotation tire technology from the very beginning, and we’re using that experience to continue improving the tools available to today’s farmers.”

The Alliance FloTruck 382 is available in the popular 600/50R22.5 size, which fits a wide range of agricultural trucks, wagons, carts and trailers.… Continue reading