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PRODUCT UPDATEDEEP AERATOR

Turf growing on deeply-compacted soilscan now be brought back to health with theVerti-Drain. The tines of the rugged aera-tor can extend as deep as 16 inches intothe soil to relieve compaction and breakthrough soil layers that block water perco-lation and root growth.A patented design drives either solid or

hollow tines deep into the soil where theypivot back and forth to lift and shatter com-pacted soil layers. The net effect is a softersoil with a proper balance of air andmoisture. Some sports turf managers backfillthe core holes with sand to amend heavyclay soils over a period of time.The Verti-Drain is powered by a tractor

with category I or II hitch and power-take-off. Up to four acres a day can be aeratedwith the unit. The depth of penetration canbe adjusted from two inches to 16 inches.ENVIRONMENTAL MARKETING INTERNATIONALCircle 128 on Postage Free Card

FOUR-SEAT GOLF CAR

Golf courses will no longer have problemsaccommodating friendly foursomes now thatOMC Lincoln has introduced the CushmanEagle Golf Car, Model 556.

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Similar to the Cushman Eagle utility ve-hicle, the Model 556 features four forward-facing seats and a roto-molded polyethy-lene bag holder that attaches to the backof the unit and holds four 10-inch golf bags.It also comes equipped with ball, tee andscorecard holders, four mounted beverageholders, space for shoe and sweater storage,and space for a beverage cooler behind therear seat.The vehicle is equipped with a 12.5 hp

two-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine,heavy-duty cas, iron V-type clutch, and for-ward and reverse gears with a synchronizedtransmission. Top speed is 12-15 mph, de-pending on governor setting. The vehiclehas a rated capacity of 1,200 Ibs. It has awheelbase of 57 inches and an outside turn-ing clearance circle of 19-feet 8-inches.Mounted on a heavy-duty carbon steel

frame are rust-proof and dent resistantpanels, made of reaction injection moldedpolyurethane. The unit has a maintenancefree battery and a V-belt drive starting mo-tor with pedal start. Brakes are hydraulicinternal expanding on the rear wheel andhydraulic disc on the front, with a toe-actuated parking brake.CUSHMAN, OMC UNCOLNCircle 129 on Postage Free Card

CORE COLLECTOR

Simplicity is the word that best describesthe CoreMaster 12 Core Collector by Green-Care International. The heavy-duty metalcollector glides across newly aerated turfbehind the CoreMaster 12 aerator to gatherall cores as they are produced. When theaerifier is raised at the end of each pass,the cores are automatically dumped for pick-up. When the aerator is lowered for the nextpass, the collector is automatically reset tofollow the contour of the turf, even in areaswith severe undulations.The core collector attaches to the aera-

tor with only two bolts. The simple device

requires virtually no maintenance. It savestime and labor by combining aeration andcore removal into one operation.

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POST-EMERGENCEHERBICIDEImage, a product of American Cyanamid,

has been registered by the EnvironmentalProtection Agency for control of purple nut-sedge and other tough weeds in warm sea-son turf."Image is the only post-emergence

product we've seen that successfully con-trols both foliage and roots of purple nut-sedge, wild garlic and wild onion as wellas suppressing yellow nutsedge," said CarlTanner, business manager for CyanamidTurf Product Group. "The liquid formula-tion is nonvolatile and can be tank-mixedwith fertilizers and many other herbicidesfor ease of application."This new herbicide is labeled for use on

major warm season turfgrass species in-cluding bermuda, zoysia, centipede and St.Augustine. These turf species remained un-harmed during seasonably warm temper-atures in fie.ld tests across the South. It isenvironmentally sound and virtually non-toxicto humans, animals, fish, bees and birdswhen used according to label directions.It also shows little soil movement, laterallyor vertically.AMERICAN CYANAMIDCircle 131 on Postage Free Card

PEDESTAL SPACERSYSTEM

Envirospec Inc. has introduced the Pave-EI pedestal system for elevation, uniformspacing, and complete drainage of paver-stones on waterproofed deck areas.

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The four-squared pedestals are made ofpolyethylene with eight vertical spacing ribson their upper surface to ensure uniformspacing and height while stones are placedin position. The pedestals can be subdividedinto halves or quarters for paver-stone sup-port of perimeter edge or corners respec-tively.Easy and economical to install on water-

proofed areas such as podiums, decks, are-nas, roofs, and around swimming pools,these high-density spacers eliminateproblems of material compatibility andweatherability. They are offered in two sizesof squares with base dimensions of 5112 and73,4 inches.ENVIROSPEC INC.Circle 133 on Postage Free Card

OUT-FRONT FLAIL MOWER

The safety of a flail mower has been com-bined with the maneuverability of an out-front design by Jacobsen Div. of Textron.The Turfcat four-wheel mowing tractor fea-tures rear-wheel steering and is availablewith either 17 hp diesel engine or 21 hpgasoline engine. Both engines have threecylinders and are llquidcoded for quiet oper-ation and long service life.Both flail and rotary cutting decks can be

attached to the front PTa. Up to 26 acresof turf can be mowed in a single day withthe optional 72-inch rotary cutting deck. Cut-ting height is adjustable from one inch tofour inches. High ground clearance andhydraulic lift for the attachments enable theTurfcat to clear curbs without scraping.

Other attachments are available to con-vert the Turfcat into a snowblower, sweeperor scraper. One tractor and a variety of at-tachments can provide a grounds managerwith an all-season tool.JACOBSEN DIV., TEXTRONCircle 134 on Postage Free Card

HYDRAULIC VALVE-IN-HEAD

Superintendents of golf courses, parks,universities and schools can increase theircontrol over irrigation with Rain Bird's valve-in-head hydraulic rotor sprinkler. The turfindustry's first normally-open, valve-in-head,hydraulic rotor permits operation of individualsprinklers for precise watering of special-ized turf areas.Two models, the part-circle 47DH and the

full-circle 51DH, have been engineered tostand up to a wide range of water qualityconditions. The rotors feature a diaphragmvalve with low pressure loss, an energy ef-ficient "straight-through" impact rotor drive,a self-flushing valve seat and a high strengthplastic case. The heads are designed forspacings from 51 to 80 feet, those typical-ly found on multiple-row golf course systems.RAIN BIRD, GOLF OlV.Circle 135 on Postage Free Card

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MINI-TRUCK

The engineers at Kawasaki had twoprimary objectives when they designed theMule mini-truck. The first was to developa small truck that could haul more than anall-terrain vehicle around golf courses, largeinstitutional grounds and industrial centers.The second requirement was it had to fitin the back of a standard-sized pickup truckso it could be hauled from site to site withouta trailer.Both goals were achieved with the Mule,

a small utility vehicle that can carry two pas-sengers and a quarter ton payload. The truckis powered by a 27 hp twin-cylinder, Iiquid-cooled engine and features a belt convert-er transmission, an invention whicheliminates gears and shifting developed forthe snowmobile industry. Rack and pinionsteering, four-wheel independent suspen-sion and a low center of gravity give the Mulethe toughness for off-road jobs.A dual-mode differential allows one of the

rear wheels to push the vehicle across easilydamaged surfaces. The bed of the mini-truckis hinged to dump its payload.KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP.Circle 136 on Postage Free Card

COMPACT SPRAYER

l.andscapemanaqers can spray turf, treesand ornamentals with the compact Mini Pro-Care Sprayer by Agrotec. The 5D-gallon tank

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sprayer, available in trailer or skid mountversions, is designed for professional andinstitutional use. A twin-diaphragm pistonpump powered by a three hp engine deliversup to six gallons per minute of any type ofpesticide or fertilizer solution at 275 psi.With an optional "high-reach" hose kit and

handgun the unit can spray trees 30 to 40feet in height. The trigger-activated hand-gun can be converted from a fine mist toa solid stream with a twist of the wrist. Athree nozzle, five-foot-wide boom kit is avail-able for large turf areas. Quick coupler hoses25 feet in length allow the operator freedomof movement. A reel kit is also available.The sprayer can be mounted in pickup

trucks or utility vehicles or towed with theaddition of a wheel kit featuring six-inch,high flotation tires with a 34-inch-wide trackfor stability on rough ground. The unit isequipped with an eight-inch diameter fill-well for safety and convenience while mix-ing chemicals. All Mini Pro-Care sprayerscome standard with a calibrated pressurecontrol, gallonage indicator, antisplash lid,line strainer, suction line cut off, agitator,and clean out plug.A GROTECCircle 137 on Postage Free Card

ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE

The Metrac 3003K from Lely Pacific Inc.uses four wheels and a low center of gravityto operate all types of turf equipment onsteep slopes and flat ground.A 38 hp four cylinder diesel engine powers

all four wheels as well as front and rear PTOsfor attachments. Hydrostatic all-wheel steer-ing combined with four-wheel drive providetremendous maneuverability. even whenthree-point, hitch-mounted implements arebeing used. The rear wheel steering canbe locked for highway driving if desired. TheMetrac comes standard with eight speedsboth forward and reverse. Hydraulic servobrakes on all four wheels provide the stop-ping power needed on slopes.The vehicle rides on 15-inch turf tires or

traction tires for slope work. A wide assort-ment ,of attachments are available for thestandard three-point hitch in front and theoptional three-point hitch in the rear. Frontimplements include a rotary mower, flailmower, cutter bar, auger, rake and snowplow. Rear implements include a spread-er and vacuum.LEL Y PACIFIC INC.Circle 138 on Postage Free Card

DRAINAGE GRATE

Grounds managers have a new ally intheir battle to eliminate drainage problemsin turf adjacent to running tracks, sidewalksand outdoor courts. National DiversifiedSales introduces the Mini Spee-D ChannelDrain, a 2112 inch wide by three inch deepchannel that intercepts surface runoff be-fore it reaches turf areas.Available with a full assortment of fittings,

the drain can be adapted to work with largerchannels. Cover grates for the channels areavailable in gray, green, black, sand andbrick red. As its name implies, installation.ot the three-foot-Iong sections of channelis fast and simple.NA TIONAL DIVERSIFIED SALESCircle 139 on Postage Free Card

FENCE POST SAFETY CAPSMade of a rugged, weather resistant, white

polyethylene, Hot Cap is the perfect alter-native to flexible fence systems becauseit works with your existing fence posts.Designed to fit on a standard "T" post, themolded notch will provide additional stabilityalong the top edge of a fence, reducing therisk of injury while helping to minimize lacer-ations and liabilities:' ~ ,Inexpensive to install, It fits tightly to the

top of a standard lOT"post. Less expensivethan ceramic insulaters, Hot Cap is idealfor use around athletic fields, school yards,parks, and anywhere fencing is used.

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PRODUCT UPDATESPRA YING SYSTEM

droyhill has built its 3030 Turf and Com-mercial Sprayer for tough duty. The ruggedspray system features a complete assort-ment of pumps, spray attachments andmountings so turf and landscape managerscan select a combination that's right forthem.All 3030 sprayers include a low-profile poly

tank for maximum operator visibility. An eighthp Briggs & Stratton electric-start engine

powers a choice of diaphragm, piston or cen-trifugal pumps. The engine and pump areprotected by a metal enclosure with lock-ing access door. A one-inch, heavy dutystainless steel mechanical agitator keepschemicals properly mixed during operation.The spray system can be skid mounted

on a pickup truck or adapted into a towa-ble trailer. A full line of hoses, reels, noz-zles, booms and walking booms provide theoperator with the flexibility to do all typesof turf and tree spraying using the same unit.THE BROYHILL COMPANYCircle 160 on Postage Free Card

POSTEMERGENCE WEEDCONTROLFormulated to control oxalis and prostrate

spurge, Chipco Buctril is a postemergentherbicide that can be used on established,newly seeded, and overseeded areaswithout damaging the turf.This contact herbicide can be tank mixed

with 2, 4-0 and/or MCPP for fast, effective,safe, broad spectrum weed control.RHONE POULENC INC.Circle 161 on Postage Free Card

FUNGICIDE PACKETSApplicator exposure to W. A. Cleary's sys-

temic fungicide 3336 has been reduced toa minimum with premeasured water-solublebags. There is no need for handling the fun-gicide during measuring and mixing. Theapplicator drops the appropriate number ofbags into the water in the spray tank withoutbeing exposed to dust or fumes. The waterquickly dissolves the bags in the spray tank.The eight-ounce bags of fungicide

eliminate the need for disposal of cans, bot-tles or bags after mixing. Cleary's 3336 isa systemic fungicide used to control brownpatch and dollar spot diseases of turf.W.A. CLEARY CHEMICAL CORP.Circle 147 on Postage Free Card

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