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GREENSMOWER

With the features necessary to produceconsistently high-quality greens, the Ran-somes Super Certes greensmower deliversa precise, meticulous cut.

The walk-behind unit is available in either20- or 24-inch cutting widths. Other featuresinclude a high-speed, ten-knife reel thatproduces 126 cuts per yard; a cutting heightthat adjusts from 1/8 to 1/2 inches; and apolyethylene grass catcher that holds 11/2bushels of clippings.

The mower virtually eliminates turf mark-ing, because of its tapered land roll andtwo-part, machined-aluminum drive roller.Power-driven transport wheels attach eas-ily and help speed the machine from greento green.RANSOMES, INC.Circle 107 on Postage Free Card

NEW CREEPINGBENTGRASS

Cobra is a new variety of creeping bent-grass developed jointly by InternationalSeeds, Inc., and the New Jersey Agricul-tural Experiment Station. In tests over thepast four years, Cobra has performed wellin terms of texture, color, competitionagainst annual bluegrass, resistance to dol-lar spot, and drought tolerance.

According to International, the bentgrassthrives with frequent low mowing, moistsoil, and moderately low nitrogen and phos-phorous levels. It provides a high-qualitysurface when mowed as low as 5/32 inch onputting greens or as high as 5/8 inch on fair-ways. In both percentage of cover and shootdensity it was judged comparable to Penn-

cross, Penneagle and Pennlinks. Its darkgreen color is especially noticeable duringcooler months of the year.

Cobra responds well to aeration, cultiva-tion and topdressing. A seeding rate of onepound per 1,000 square feet is recom-mended for putting greens.INTERNATIONAL SEEDS, INC.Circle 108 on Postage Free Card

RECIPROCATING TRIMMER

The two reciprocating blades on the Red-Max Reciprocator/SGC220DL each contain20 teeth that cut easily through heavyweeds or brush. The blades operate safelybecause they eliminate the danger of flyingdebris, the kickback from striking fixedobjects, and the possibility of a fracturedblade becoming a projectile. The bladesstop immediately when the engine isswitched off.

Solid-state, electronic ignition assuresquick starting of the high-performance,22.5cc engine. Weighing only 14.1 pounds,the unit handles smoothly in hard-to-reachareas. In addition, the reciprocating motionprevents weeds and brush from wrappingaround the blades. The cutting blades caneven be submerged to trim under water.KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA, INC.Circle 109 on Postage Free Card

EQUIPMENT CARRIERGroundskeepers and golf course person-

nel can carry mowers and other equipmentfrom location to location with the CushmanEquipment Carrier Set.

The unit attaches to the stake pockets ofthe Cushman Turf-Truckster short box,where it is secured by pins. To load the car-rier, the operator merely raises the Turf-Truckster box, which lowers the equipmentcarrier to ground level. A mower or otherequipment can then be rolled onto the car-rier. Lowering the dump box raises the car-rier and tilts it slightly forward to hold theequipment during transit.

Constructed of expanded carbon-steelmesh, the carrier's bed is covered by a rub-ber pad to protect the equipment being car-ried. The weight capacity is 400 pounds,and the dimensions are 49112inches wideand 361/2 inches deep, with a front panelthat is 30112inches high.

The unit is equipped with a rubber bum-per, which rests against the turf-vehicleshort box in transport position to cushionthe load .. Rubber cords, which can bewrapped around the equipment to secure itin the carrier, are included with each unit.CUSHMAN DIVISION OF OUTBOARD MARINE CORP.Circle 110 on Postage Free Card

FERTILIZERSPREADERS

Full stainless-steel hopper bottoms andmetering slides are featured on Gandy fer-tilizer spreaders.

The stainless-steel components affordlonger service life while complementing theunit's precision metering. Cam gauges onall models adjust the hopper openings toassure uniform, full-width applicationacross the entire swath.

Spreaders are available in models six to12 feet wide. Included with each applicatoris a factory-calibrated rate chart for currentcommercial products. Upon submission ofsufficient material it will calibrate granuleson request. High flotation on standard tiresis optional.GANDY COMPANYCircle 111 on Postage Free Card

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PRODUCT UPDATEVERSATILE MACHINEFOR TURF MAINTENANCE

The versatile Kromer utility vehicle canapply paint for line-marking athletic fields,dispense chemicals for weed and insectcontrol, or pull cultivating and levelingattachments for conditioning baseballdiamonds.

The multi-purpose turf-maintenancemachine has an eight-hp heavy-dutyengine, which drives a hydrostatic transmis-sion. This allows for forward and reversemovement with a single foot-pedal control.

A 12-volt diaphragm pump for line paint-ing and weed control, and a 25-gallon tankare standard features. A 50-gallon tank isavailable.KROMER COMPANYCircle 112 on Postage Free Card

PORTABLE RADIO

The MTX-900 series portable radio fromMotorola, Inc., operates on both trunkedand conventional radio systems. It offers theadditional benefit of functioning as a port-able telephone.

The dual-mode portable can operate onmultiple systems, including up to six differ-ent Motorola 900 MHz privacy-plus radiosystems, up to 18 conventional channels, ora combination of both.

The privacy-plus system allows for privateperson-to-person communications that can-not be monitored from other internal orexternal sources. The radio can be easilyswitched from trunked to conventionaloperation.

In addition, a "talkaround" feature allowscommunication between portables over thesame frequency, even when the repeater isout of range.

These radios provide call-alert paging(decode), using distinct audible tones toinform the user that an incoming call is spe-cifically for that user.

The radio includes an audio-enhancement feature, which providesclearer communication by minimizing dis-tortion and the popping sound that some-times occurs in radio-voice reception.

The MTX-900 Model 84 is offered with akeypad that allows access to local tele-phone lines for half-duplex conversations.This enables the radio to function as a port-able telephone in either the conventional ortrunked mode.MOTOROLA, INC., COMMUNICATIONS SECTORCircle 113 on Postage Free Card

TEN-GALLON AUTOMATICFERTILIZER INJECTOR

A ten-gallon model of the Add-It auto-matic fertilizer injector is now available fromTFS Systems.

The new model features a horizontaldesign, with flexible tubing leading to themainline water supply. This allows the usergreater freedom in placing the injector in aconvenient location. A five-gallon tank inthis configuration is also available.

The tank was designed primarily for largecommercial users, such as golf courses,parks, stadiums and other large turf areasrequiring fertilization.

The injector, which is available in eightother sizes, is simple to install and easy touse. It requires no outside power source tooperate, has less than two pounds pressureloss, and has no moving parts.TFSSYSTEMCircle 114 on Postage Free Card

GRANULAR INSECTICIDE

Lebanon Insect Control with Sevin 7G issuitable for use on lawns, parks, golfcourses, and other professionally main-tained turf areas.

When used as directed, the product willprovide effective control of turfgrass pests,including white grubs, armyworms, chinchbugs, cutworms, earwigs, grasshoppersand ticks.

As a perimeter treatment around build-ings, it offers effective residual control ofnuisance pests, including ants, brown-dogticks, carpenter ants, cockroaches, fleasand spiders.

The insecticide is on a cob base, whichenables easy application with a lawnspreader. For best results, follow specificdirections for proper watering or irrigationafter application.LEBANON TOTAL TURF CARECircle 115 on Postage Free Card

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TRIPLEX MOWER

High-quality engineering, rugged, relia-ble construction, and top performance in awide range of conditions make the BrouwerTriplex 376A Mower a tough competitor.

Designed with the professional in mind,the mower offers many new features andlow-cost maintenance. It is ideal for schools,parks, golf courses, and landscape main-tenance projects.BROUWER TURF EQUIPMENT, LTD.Circle 116 on Postage Free Card

TURF AERATOR

Powered by a 20-hp Kohler engine, theRiding Aerator from Salsco, Inc., isdesigned for greens, tees, fairways, sportsfields, and other large turf areas. With vari-able core spacing from one to six inches,the unit is capable of aerating over 60,000square feet per hour.

The tines, raised and lowered hydrauli-cally, are driven by a camshaft free-floatingtine system. The operator is able to adjusthole spacing to conditions without stoppingthe machine.

The commercially designed turf aeratoris built with four-inch-square steel tubingand 3/4-inch steel plate.SALSCO, INC.Circle 117 on Postage Free Card

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CALCINED·CLA YSOIL AMENDMENT

Duraplay, a calcined-clay soil amend-ment manufactured by Sportsfields, Inc.,can help solve three major problemsregarding the playability of athletic fields.

According to the manufacturer, the soilamendment drains more than twice as fastas sand, so excess water vanishes fastenough to resume play following adownpour.

It reduces compaction to provide a bettergrowing medium for the turf. The amend-ment also improves footing on the skinnedareas, improves the playability of the sur-faces, and reduces maintenance on theskinned surfaces.

In addition, it corrects moisture retentionfor a healthier turf, improved rooting, andless watering.SPORTSFIELDS, INC.Circle 118 on Postage Free Card

SOD REPLACEMENT TOOL

Replace damaged sod quickly and.cleanly with the Turf Doctor from StandardGolf Company. Simply step the four razor-sharp blades into the ground and remove awedge-shaped block of sod.

Seams of the replaced sod can barely beseen, and the patched areas are heldsecurely as the wedged shape leaves apyramid of the original soil between thepatches.

The galvanized-steel implement causesvery little root damage. The square sodblocks can be butted against one anotherwith no unsightly holes or gaps. Repairedgolf greens can be played on immediately.

STANDARD GOLF COMPANYCircle 119 on Postage Free Card

TRACTOR LOADERS

Ford New Holland has introduced threeindustrial tractor loaders, the C Series, thatare engineered for productivity and per-formance.

The Model 345C is equipped with a3,000-pound lift capacity direct-linkageloader that provides 4,700 pounds of break-out force.

Model 445C has a 4,000-pound liftcapacity four-bar linkage loader with 6,350pounds of breakout force.

Model 545C is equipped with a 5,000-pound lift capacity four-bar linkage loaderthat has 8,500 pounds of breakout force.

Each tractor loader is available with achoice of three transmissions: A 4x4 power-reversing transmission that improves per-formance for loading and grading applica-tions, an 8x8 power-reversing torque-converter transmission coupled with a full-power, 540 rpm independent PTO that pro-vides ground-speed control for jobs rangingfrom tilling to grading to mowing, and a 6x4manual-reversing transmission with anindependent PTa.

The loader arms have been redesignedfor greater strength and durability, and thenewly designed loader buckets have duallifting hooks. Bigger-capacity hydraulicpumps add more power to the loader. 0-ring face-seal hydraulic fittings keep thetube and hose coupling dry.FORD NEW HOLLANDCircle 120 on Postage Free Card

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PRODUCT UPDATEVERSATILE BLOWERIVAC,.

The Saxon BlowerNac II, from D.E. WolfeMetal Fab Company, vacuums into four-foot-wide spaces, enabling it to fit easilybetween shrubs and trees, through gates,and in various tight spots. The powerful unitpicks up leaves, clippings, thatch debris,pine needles, and parking-lot trash.

The heavy-duty blower/vac is about 54inches high, 66 inches long, and 48 incheswide. It rides on three wheels and weighsapproximately 400 pounds.

The unit holds two cubic yards of debrisin the hopper, dumps automatically, andblows from eight to ten feet, depending onthe material. It is powered by a 12-hp gasengine.

Operators can perform all functions fromthe tractor seat. It takes just seconds toswitch from the blower mode to the vacuummode by pulling on a lever.D.E. WOLFE METAL FAB COMPANYCircle 122 on Postage Free Card

VERSATILE TURFTRACTORS

Ariens has introduced a pair of versatileturf tractors, the 20-hp GT20 and the 18-hpHT18. Both are powered by twin-cylinderKohler electric-start engines.

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The tractors accept optional attachmentsand accessories including Ariens 42; 48;and 60-inch mower decks which adjust tochanging terrain to prevent scalping, and a12-bushel bagger/vacuum collection systemthat vacuums up clippings and leaves.

Other features include a direct-shaftdrive, disc brakes, a 41f2-gallon fuel tank,large pneumatic turf tires, an adjustablesuper-cushion seat, and three standardPTa positions for easy operation of a widevariety of lawn-and-garden attachments.ARIENSCircle 123 on Postage Free Card

CONVERSION AERATORATTACHMENT

A clamp-on aerator attachment will con-vert a Gandy Company 18-by-24-inch lawnroller into a durable core aerator.

The aerator attachment's cylindricalshell, made of 11-gauge steel, isengineered in hinged halves that clampquickly around the existing roller drum andare secured with a threaded hook bolt.

The 21f2-inch-long angled spikes arewelded six inches apart for soil aeration.They also provide pockets to hold seed andfertilizer. Depth of penetration is controlledby the fill weight of the roller and the direc-tion of travel. The attachment has a ther-moset polyester-coated black finish.

The accompanying roller will hold up to280 pounds of water and has a large easy-fill opening sealed with an expansion plug.The rugged internal shaft is solid throughthe drum, and the handle bearings haveregreasable fittings. The handle isdesigned to convert quickly from a tow hitchfor covering large areas with a lawn tractorto a push handle for working in confinedspaces.

GANDY COMPANYCircle 124 on Postage Free Card

SPORTS TURF ROTOR

Featuring outstanding close-in wateringand a superior distance-of-throw, the RainBird R-70 Rotor is designed for operation onany large turfgrass application.

The model's self-cleaning, water-lubricated piston drive allows sandy oreffluent water to pass straight through therotor, minimizing costly service and down-time. In addition, the piston drive uses lessthan two percent of the water passingthrough the unit to drive the head, increas-ing distance of throw without increasingpressure requirements.

The color-coded, interchangeable noz-zles contribute to the increased distance ofthrow by minimizing water turbulence. Thenozzles also ensure excellent close-inwatering by providing improved water distri-bution from the rotor to the end of thestream.

Other features of the rotor include theSeal-A-Matic (SAM) check valve, whichensures zero water loss by eliminating low-head drainage. The SAM device can holdup to 15 feet of head. A low angle of trajec-tory (23 degrees) and a constant rotationspeed mean minimal wind interference andwater loss, as well as even distribution thatis not affected by pressure fluctuations.

For added safety and vandal resistance,the rotor features a small, 2112-inchexposed-case diameter. In addition, anoptional rubber cap provides extra protec-tion against injury.

Available in full- and part-circle models,the rotor has a maximum pop-up height of31/4inches, making it ideal for tall grass. Arcadjustment of 15 to 355 degrees on thepart-circle model requires no tools.RAIN BIRD SALES, INC.Circle 125 on Postage Free Card

ible with the sophisticated MAXI System IVComputer Control System as well as theMC-3S Master Satellite System. It is alsoadaptable to Rain Bird turf controllers foruse in commercial turf hydraulicapplicatons.RAIN BIRD SALES, INC.Circle 146 on Postage Free Card

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HYDRAULIC CONTROLMODULE

The HCM-12 hydraulic control modulemay be the answer to the golf industry'sdemand for a product that ties theadvanced technology of electric controllersto the simplicity of hydraulic rotors.

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The control module has a 12-station out-put capacity and is easily installed in anyRain Bird stainless-steel golf controllerpedestal. It is constructed of corrosion-resistant materials to withstand the rigors ofthe golf course environment. The unit iscompletely serviceable in the field.

This versatile module is equally compat-

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