European implement manufacturer targets North American header market with air system and hydraulic drive
One of the European implement brands that have set up shop in North America in recent decades is Geringhoff, a combine header manufacturer based in Germany. It is offering Canadian producers a Draper model that the brand’s western Canadian territory manager, Lucas Haas, calls a Premium design. Geringhoff’s TruFlex Razor Draper header offers unique features […] Read moreMachinery — page 22
Bourgault updates two product lines
Bourgault has announced two new features that involve significant design changes on some of its drills. First, the 3725QDA Coulter drill makes its debut. “The 3725 was kind of an extension of the 5 Series model, the 3335 when Bourgault went with the quick adjust frame,” said Colin Rush, North American sales and marketing leader […] Read more
New Holland celebrates 50 years of round balers
Baler owners have the opportunity to collect more data with a new retrofittable system that links to a free app
As New Holland marks its 50th anniversary of round baler production, the brand had several announcements to make about its hay and forage line. Most notably, expect to see the end of the familiar red paint scheme on New Holland equipment. The brand is standardizing its global image by adopting yellow livery for all its […] Read more
Compaction can put you in a hard spot
It’s easier and cheaper to farm to prevent or reduce soil compaction than trying to fix the damage once it’s done
Soil compaction is one of the biggest field obstacles farmers face but there are ways to prevent it, says a soil management specialist with Manitoba Agriculture. “Soil compaction is one of those really complicated issues to talk about as an agronomist because ultimately, the only true way we cannot compact the soil is by essentially […] Read more
Consider the variables with farmyard tractor tires
With such a wide range of tires on the market, it’s critical to choose ones suitable for the jobs the tractor will do
When considering a new loader tractor, lifting capacity, horsepower and size are major factors. Easily overlooked are the specifications for the tires on which the tractor rides and how they can affect tractor performance. “One thing that’s important for operators to understand is how proper ballasting, load ratings and tire pressure play a role in […] Read more
Hybrid tread design adds traction for compact tractors
OTR’s TR-34 tires blend tread patterns to provide more versatility than turf tires for typical farmyard terrain
Many compact tractors spend their work days cutting grass, but they often get pressed into service for other functions around the farm. The terrain around the edges of most farmyards are a little less manicured than a typical city property, so smooth turf tires on small tractors can leave them struggling for traction. OTR Engineered […] Read more
Unverferth undercarriage wins AE50 award
This year’s list of winners of the AE50 awards includes Unverferth’s new Equalizer SP tracked undercarriage system. The AE50 is an annual awards event sponsored by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers. Each year judges select 50 of the most impressive recent designs on agricultural equipment, which they think represent notable advances in […] Read more
Unverferth updates Pro-Force fertilizer spreaders
Unverferth announced an update in December to its Pro-Force line of dry fertilizer spreaders. It will now offer two high-flotation undercarriage options for its 1850, 2250 and 2650 models that have 18, 22 and 26 ton capacities, respectively. One of those new options is the Equalizer track system that rides on 42-inch-wide rubber belts for […] Read more
More choices from Titan
Tire manufacturer Titan has significantly expanded its newest line of R-1W tires called the AgraEDGE. It will now produce sizes ranging from 320/85R24 for tractors all the way to 800/70R38 for flotation applications. The company says the line covers the majority of the most in-demand sizes for MFWD tractors, as well as larger sizes for […] Read more
New Maxam VF tire tech
Maxam Tire is introducing new VF (very high flexion) sizes to its AGILXTRA I-3 implement product series, offering better traction, the capability to support heavier loads at high speeds while at the same time minimizing soil compaction. In a media release, the company said this is the latest step in its efforts to develop its […] Read more
