Turf Design Build Magazine - December, 2012

DEPARTMENTS

New Products

Compact Tool Carriers

The Charles Machine Works, manufacturer of Ditch Witch construction equipment, has introduced two compact tool carriers to its SK line: the SK750 and SK755. Both models have the high-drive track system, which features bolt-on sprockets and wide track rollers for greater stability, longer track life and easy maintenance. Powered by Kubota diesel engines: 24.8 hp on the SK750 and 32.8 hp on the SK755. Two-way auxiliary control foot pedals enable the operator to maintain hydraulic flow to the attachment with the pedal, leaving hands free to control depth and ground speed. Ergonomic operator's station comes standard with dual-lever ground drive controls or the option of a single-lever joystick. Accepts more than 70 attachments.

www.ditchwitch.com


Large-Scale Options from Belgard

Belgard's Medina Slab and Durham Stone were recently introduced to landscape contractors. Medina Slab combines sleek, contemporary style with modern durability and design innovation. This four-piece modular slab features large-scale units and a smooth finish, providing increased area coverage with fewer pieces and giving every outdoor space a grand appearance. Medina Slab is regionally available with plans to expand nationwide.

Durham Stone is a three-piece modular slab featuring Belgard's largest scale units to date. Offered in multiple finishes, including slate, polished and bush hammered. It will be released in 2013 in limited regions.

www.belgard.biz

Design Pro LED Line Expanded

Kichler has added accent and inground lights to its Design Pro LED line. Available in a range of Kelvin temperatures (2,700 K warm white, 3,000 K pure white and 4,250 K cool white) and a variety of beam spread options. With a 40,000-hour life span, the new lights feature an integrated cowl for glare control and come in three sizes: small (12V), medium (12V and 120V) and large (12V and 120V), as well as a cast brass inground 12V light fixture. Ideal for use with any architecture, the accent lights are available in long-lasting Textured Architectural Bronze and Bronzed Brass finishes. The 12V accent lights are also available in Black, Beach and White finishes.

www.landscapelighting.com

Let it Snow

Sheyenne Tooling and Manufacturing's 600CT snowblower for compact tractors features the industry's first concentric-axis design, meaning the impeller and auger rotate on the same shaft to improve performance and reduce maintenance concerns. Additionally, the standard quick-attach, front-mount design of the blower allows full articulation of the loader's arms during operation. It boasts a 74-inch cutting width and a 28-inch cutting height for managing tall drifts and snow piles. The 18-inch, four-blade impeller rotates the same direction as the auger to effectively direct snow into the discharge chute. Other standard features include heavy-duty flighting and fully adjustable skid plates.

www.sheyennemfg.com.

Universal Skid Steer Adapter for Pin-On Loaders

A Universal Skid Steer Adapter for standard pin-on loaders is now available from Worksaver, Inc. to increase pin-on loader productivity by converting to the skid steer attachment. The unit is 54 inches wide and 21.5 inches high and can be paired with standard pin-on brackets or interfacing brackets from Worksaver.

This adapter features an all-welded design, plated handles, springs and locking pins. The universal skid steer adapter allows older loaders with pin-on buckets to be updated to the skid steer attaching method. Operators can easily switch attachments between a skid steer loader and a tractor loader.

www.worksaver.com

Newest Addition to Mini Skid Steer Family

Vermeer completes its family of mini skid steers with the addition of the S450TX. The machine offers a 500-pound SAE-rated operating capacity with a 1,430-pound tipping capacity. The four-pump hydraulic system provides performance and efficiency when powering attachments. A single pilot-operated joystick is integrated into the S450TX platform. It can be customized with choice of engine - Kubota 24.8 hp diesel or Kohler EFI 27 hp gas - and track options - a 7-inch-wide track provides a smaller footprint for tight work areas; standard 9-inch-wide track offers reduced ground pressure for increased flotation and stability. An operator presence system suspends ground drive and attachment motion if the operator steps off the machine.

www.vermeer.com