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NEW TOROFAIRWAY GROOMER

The new Toro Reelmaster fairway groomer stands up turf and reduces grainfor a cleaner more uniform cut The enhanced quality of cut improves after-cut appearance and provides a truer more consistent playing surface The fair-way groomer also knocks off morning dew to minimize grass clumping andhelps with clipping dispersion In addition the groomer cuts some of thestolons and runners enabling re-rooting and regenerative grass growth Andwhen set at the full depth of 316-in below the height of cut it can also helpcontrol thatchThe Taro Company952~888-8801For information circle 075 orsee httpwwwonersimsca4570-075

Wh DoesThisCertified Georgi~ Bermudagrass Variety

Make Such Good Sense for Sunbelt Playing Fields

Impessive Leaf Texture

Syperior Turf Density Improved Cold Tolerance

Superior Sod S1IengIh Better Pest Resista ICe

Proven Drought Resistance egtlaquoelent Traffic Tolerance

ExtensNe Root System

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BEACONATHLETICS

Beacon Athletics offerstraining conditioning and athletic fieldequipment to improve the performance ofathletes and the fields they play onHigher field performance athletic trainingamp conditioning safety reduced field main-tenance costs and improved facilityappearance are our goals Call to speakwith our experts or visit us on the webBeacon Athletics8oQmiddotmiddot747-5985For information circle 066 orsee httpwwwonersimsca4570~066

PULL-BEHINDGRADERLEVELER

VersaGraders Balance EqualizerSystem maintains desired leveling angleat all times The front blade of theDouble-V Leveling System cuts throughhigh spots as adjustable rear blades leveland redistribute material leaving a finishgrade The Parks and Recreation Model isespecially suited for athletic fieldsSekely Industries330-337-3439For information circle 069 orsee httpwwwonersimsca4570~069

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NEW TOROFAIRWAY GROOMER

The new Toro Reelmaster fairway groomer stands up turf and reduces grainfor a cleaner more uniform cut The enhanced quality of cut improves after-cut appearance and provides a truer more consistent playing surface The fair-way groomer also knocks off morning dew to minimize grass clumping andhelps with clipping dispersion In addition the groomer cuts some of thestolons and runners enabling re-rooting and regenerative grass growth Andwhen set at the full depth of 316-in below the height of cut it can also helpcontrol thatchThe Taro Company952~888-8801For information circle 075 orsee httpwwwonersimsca4570-075

Wh DoesThisCertified Georgi~ Bermudagrass Variety

Make Such Good Sense for Sunbelt Playing Fields

Impessive Leaf Texture

Syperior Turf Density Improved Cold Tolerance

Superior Sod S1IengIh Better Pest Resista ICe

Proven Drought Resistance egtlaquoelent Traffic Tolerance

ExtensNe Root System

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BEACONATHLETICS

Beacon Athletics offerstraining conditioning and athletic fieldequipment to improve the performance ofathletes and the fields they play onHigher field performance athletic trainingamp conditioning safety reduced field main-tenance costs and improved facilityappearance are our goals Call to speakwith our experts or visit us on the webBeacon Athletics8oQmiddotmiddot747-5985For information circle 066 orsee httpwwwonersimsca4570~066

PULL-BEHINDGRADERLEVELER

VersaGraders Balance EqualizerSystem maintains desired leveling angleat all times The front blade of theDouble-V Leveling System cuts throughhigh spots as adjustable rear blades leveland redistribute material leaving a finishgrade The Parks and Recreation Model isespecially suited for athletic fieldsSekely Industries330-337-3439For information circle 069 orsee httpwwwonersimsca4570~069

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SEEDER ATTACHMENTBobcat Company introduces a slit seeder attachment that can handle various types of grass seed and

cover several acres per hour The seeder has a double roller seedbed conditioning system made up of aseries of notched press wheels The front roller crushes lumps and represses small stones to form a firmseedbed Seed is precisely metered with the proper spacing and at the right depth where it will germinatequickly The rear roller splits theshallow ridges formed by thefront roller and gently firms thesoil around the seedsBobcat vcrnnenvrrut-For information circle 077 orsee

NEW GATOR FOR TURFJohn Deeres new Gator TX Turf

with its quiet foot-pedal operationturf-friendly tires and increasedcomfort specifically meets theneeds of turf care professionalsThe units feature a 13-hp KawasakiFJ400 engine all-wheel suspensionand all-wheel hydraulic disc brakesThe pedal-start design allows for theconvenient start and stop operation

The all-wheel suspension and athree-inch-Ionger wheelbaseenhance ride quality as well as oper-ator comfort And for increased pro-ductivity the Gator TX Turf boasts a44-in-long cargo box with a 600-lbcapacity and an overall 1OOO-lbpay-loadtowing capacityJohn DeereBOO-537-B233For information circle 076 orsee nmnflWIW(HH 51fI1Sca45middotm-IJ70

TURrCEATHLETICSS

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THE REDDER LESS DUSTY MORE UNIFORMINFIELD CONDITIONER amp DRYING AGENT

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SIDEWINDER BROOMTurf Teq LLC has a new self-propelled broom

to complement its SideWinder line Brush pres-sure brush speed and pivot angle (leftright) canbe adjusted easily from the operator position Units are beingused to clean infill systems The multi use capability of the

SideWinder also allows the base unit to be converted into awalk behind bed edgermini trencher

Turf Teq LLC866-503-8873For information circle 070 or

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middotmiddotSUPER SPIKERThe Terra Super Spiker is a five-

gang turf spiker that can be used allseason long for aeration over-seed-ing and fertilization It is ideal forinfields to puncture surfaces and helpdry fields in wet conditions Workingdepth is variable from zero to 25 in by dial-in adjustment 13 points perblade 70 blades over a 66-in working width and weight can be added forbetter penetration on hard surfaces Ball hitch trailer design comes withhydraulic cylinder and hoses for easy hook-up and transport modeBroyhHl800-228-1003 x34For information circle 072 orsee httpwwwonersimsca451o-012

HANDOZERSLThe new Handozer Sports Landscape system by 3 in One

Industries is a drag that rakesscarifiesgradesmoves and finishessoil all-in-one time saving machine The electronic unit is made ofdouble-welded 38-in steel has replaceable carbide teeth andpowdercoated steel components Optional rollers are availableMost utility vehicles will tow3 in One Industries866-So-FLOATFor information circle 073 orsee httpwwwonersimsca457o-073

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NEW TOPDRESSERSMillcreek has two new topdressers called Turf Tiger Cubs with 18 and 23 cu yd capacities

designed for smaller budget operations Both units feature the Saber Tooth beater that increas-es application speed without compromising spreading precision This beater allows you to applymaterial even if it is wet and clumpy up to 6 ft wide Units can apply light or heavy coverageup to 1 in in a single pass for

materials such as compost or otherbulk turf materialsMillcreek Mfg80o-311-1323For information circle 080 orsee

NEW AERATORSchiller-Pfeiffer Inc presents a

new concept in aerating with theClassen SA-25 Stand-AeroThis ride-on unit has a 24-in operational turn-ing radius (zero turning radius whentines are not in use) and has anoperational and transport speed ofup to 47 mph The core depth iscontrolled hydrostatically up to 3 inand the 36 tines offer a hole-patternof 406 x 7 in and an aerating widthof 24375 in

Classen products are now avail-able through over 3000 LittleWonder commercial sales and rentalequipment dealershipsClassen877-596-6337For information circle 078 orsee mnlIIfWJVorH~i slm~caI4570-07li

bull Self-winding reel- no more dragging around hosesl

bull Easily moves from site to site

bull Automatic shut-off when watering is complete

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rates to be adiusted

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bull Minutes to set-up Less time Less laborl Less costl

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locations with moderate pressure

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1-PASS GROOMINGFor infield grooming SISIS recommends the

QUADRAPLAY system fitted withRakeLuteRollerBrush and for renovation workSpiker-SIitter IG room ing RakeRollerB rush

The Quadraplay has a frame incorporating a carrying platform to carry handtools and materials Implements can be arranged in any sequence and are inde-pendently adjustable The same range of implements can also be used on turfareas making the QUADRAPLAY a very flexible implementSISIS Inc864-843-5972For information circle 067 orsee

OUT-FRONT DECK FROM EXMARKBased on a new mowing platform developed for use with Exmarks

new rear-discharge 4 34-in deep cutting decks which offer trimmingcapabilities on both sides of the deck the Navigator out-front deck isavailable in 42- or 48-in cutting widths Both modelsfeature a blowerfan that works in conjunction with Exmarks baffle design for bettervacuuming performance and cutting efficiencyExmark Mfg402-223-6300For information circle 081 orsee httpwwwonersimsca4570-081

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SELF-LOADING MOBILE SCREENERClear the soil of stones roots and other debris Create

perfectly screened topsoil for seedbeds ball fields or infieldmixes with the Harley 4-ft 740 Mobile Screener The 740is a tractor powered unit that is compact and maneuver-able Use the 740 with the Harley Power Box Rake toassist in picking-up windrows or as a complete one stepseedbed preparation toolGlenmac Inc800-437-9779For information circle 105 orsee httpwwwonersimsca4570-1 05

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BOX RAKE ATTACHMENTThe power box rake attachment for Tores Dingo compact

utility loaders transforms rough terrain into a prepared seedbedBox rake is great for sod preparation and rock removal as wellUnits feature pure carbide teeth and triple-sealed shieldedroller bearings for harsh soil conditions and longer life

Adjustable Rhino-Hide barrier allows you to choose size ofmaterial left in seedbeds

The Taro Company800344-8676For information circle 103 or

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HEAVY-DUTY DETHATCHERA purpose designed heavy-duty

dethatcher the SISIS VEEMO uses tung-sten-tipped cutting blades for maximumthatch removal with minimum surface dis-turbance Three independently floatingheads follow ground contours closely with-out scalping Depth of cut is infinitely vari-able by means of a locking micro-adjusteron each unit Available as an option is theECO-VEEMO with En-Bio I no-burn I syn-thetic biodegradable hydraulic oil51515864-843-5972For information circle 102 orsee httpwwwonersimsca457o-102

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Award win ers sharesoft a lfi tips

Texas AampMThe Texas AampM softball field was built in 1994 on what was

a dairy cow pasture relates Craig Potts assistant manager for ath-letic fields The heavy clay soil profile does not allow for anyinternal drainage which can make things a challenge for thestaff during a rain event says Potts

The Tifway Bermudagrass turf is over seeded with perennialryegrass and mowed at 34 of an inch every day when possibleLike most baseball and softball fields the main area of concern isthe skinned area The key to having a good skinned area is theright amount of moisture says Potts To get ready for games andpractice we will start with a mat drag to smooth out the infieldfrom the practice or game from the day before After we drag wewill sweep out our mound and batter box areas to get ready to clay our holes hesays We then start watering the dirt with heavy coats of water until water is stand-ing on the infield

We then monitor the skinned area to stay on top of the moisture in the dirt Wewill probably water the dirt two more times before lunch Potts says After lunchwe will water the dirt again then start applying clay for the mound and plate areasOnce this is finished we will continue to monitor the moisture in the skinned area

wo turf managers who recently won an award from theNational Fastpitch Coaches Association share some tipson maintaining infield skins

West PointMike Rubbino athletic facilities manager for the United

States Military Academy says Each day starts with a handwatering amount is condition dependent We have an automaticsystem but use it sparingly to avoid over or under watering It isimportant to control the moisture level of your entire playingsurface not just the turf areas It is not uncommon to water theinfield as many as four times a day

Next up is the hand work Scrape and fill the wear spotswith extra emphasis on the plate and mound and dont forgetthe bullpens If you use the same level of attention in thebullpens your pitchers and catchers will notice Rubbino saysHand rake a 4-foot circle around all four bases and pitchingmound to avoid over dragging these sensitive areas To avoid lipbuildup hand rake three or four feet around the edge of theinfield

Scarify lightly while dragging You can get more aggressivewith the scarifier when the field has a day off Water again lightlyas needed and finish up with another light drag or a cocoa matPaint the pitching rubber and home plate Install freshly paintedbases and touch up the transition areas between the warningtrack and the infield with a rake

Switch the direction that the field is dragged daily to pre-vent material from building up at the edges Maintain the fieldin the off-season at least twice a week until the ground freezesand get back on it as soon as possible in the spring which isFebruary at West Point says Rubbino

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and apply water if neededAbout 30 minutes before the field will be used we nail drag the infield and

then apply a finish drag If more water is needed we will then apply another coatOur goal is to get as much moisture in the skinned area as possible without allow-ing the top part of the skinned area to bake up in the sun Potts says We willapply conditioner on an as needed basis the calcined clay products seem to workbest for our skinned areaST

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COMMERCIAL ROTORSToro Irrigations new TR Series

rotors enable you to fine-tunespray trajectory make easy adjust-ments and shut off water flow formaintenance Rotors will cover a25-77 foot area The TR50 34-inrotor adjusts in only seconds witha twist of adjustment bandTheres no plus or minus any-thing as long as the arrows arealigned to where you want towater youre doneTore Irrigation800-664-4740For information circle 057 orsee httpwwwonersimsca4570-057

_ QwikDRAINreg Fields deliver Value Performance amp Safety

4 12 of rain wont stop the Rugby TourneyOn May 34 of 2003 Stanford University hosted theCollege National Rugby Championships at SteuberField Concerns were high as the fields had beendeluged with over 4 12 of rain on the two daysprior to the match

This was the true test for the newly reconstructed fieldbecause Stanford University opted to stay with nativesoil and install a new high performance QwikDRAIWSystemIndeed the rain continued heavy up until the timeof the first match We then played eight matchesover two days At the completion of the last gamethe field showed almost no evidence of any wearwhatsoever

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ROTATOR SPRINKLERWalla Walla Sprinkler Company has a new

model the 8-15 ft MP1000 which increasesthe product lines performance range to includethrow distances of 8-30 ft The new develop-ment is the companys response to marketrequests for a shorter-throw MP Rotator withina 90-210 degree arcWalla Walla Sprinklerso9-S2S-7660For information circle 059 orsee hUplwwwonersimsca457o-059

PORTABLE HOSE REELThe Hannay GH1100 portable hose

reel features a detachable steel handle-bar a one-piece foot and rubber-tiredwheels A camlock brake device is usedto brake the reel and payout andrewind are made easy with lifetimebearings and an adjustable ten-sion controlHannay Reels Inc877-GO-REELSFor information circle 055 orsee httpwwwonersimsca457o-055

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