New products at the 2013 National Farm Machinery Show: Part 4

CDS-John Blue Company offers latest technology for John Deere Planters

CDS-John Blue Company has developed the following kits to make it easier to use CDS-John Blue products on your John Deere Planter.

-12- and 16-row kits for converting the 1770NT John Deere Pork Manifold System to the CDS-John Blue Flow Divider. These kits are designed for planters built in 2012 and after.

-8-, 12- 16- and 24-row kits for adding the CDS-John Blue VisaGageII Flow Monitor Kits to the 1770NT John Deere Planter. These kits are designed for planters built in 2012 and after. The kits will bolt directly to the manifold.

-Variable Rate Hydraulic (VRH) Drive Kits for John Deere Planters. VRH Kits for John Deere CANbus Planters using GreenStar GS2 and GS3. Multi-section VRH Drive Kits are also available.

Learn more at www.cds-johnblue.com.

Schulte RX-318 Rotary Cutter

The FX-318 Rotary Cutter is North America’s first 18-ft. flex wing mower. This unit is an excellent choice for mowing crop residue, pastures, weeds, orchards and roadsides, and the ultra-narrow transport width makes moving the unit extremely safe and simple. The FX-318 runs with the same horsepower tractor as most 15-ft. flex wings, but gains the extra 3-ft. cutting width. More than 13-in. deep side skirts provide additional room under the deck. This additional space, along with high blade tip speeds, allows for a better cut and better flow of material. Schulte Industries Super Suction ½-in. x 4-in. blades leave nothing behind. A heavy-duty gearbox and drive system with spun-formed, 7-gauge stump jumpers helps ensure durability and perfect balance. The Schulte FX-318 cutter also features replaceable skid shoes, made out of 3/8-in. thick, abrasion-resistant steel.

Learn more at www.schulte.ca.

Dakota Micro, Inc. AgCam Camera Kits

Dakota Micro’s partnership with AGCO Corp. has expanded to include the factory option of AgCams on Gleaner, Massey Ferguson and Challenger combines. Options include the ability to view up to four cameras on an AgCam quad monitor, or two cameras on an AGCO C2100 video terminal.

Learn more at www.dakotamicro.com.

Meyer Boss RT Live Floor Boxes

Meyer is proud to offer operators a new generation of Hydraulic Geardrive Rear Unload Boxes with an extensive list of improvements. Gone are roller chain reduction systems. They have been replaced by a faster, more efficient direct geardrive design with 40 to 70-sec. unload time. Meyer Boss RT units are available in semi trailer, ag trailer and wagon-mount applications for hauling silage, grain and other commodities. Other upgrades include: grain kits, light packages, reversing apron option, heavier apron idlers, rear gate delays, maintenance improvements and more.

Learn more at www.meyermfg.com.

Danuser SM40 Hammer Post Driver

The Danuser SM40 Hammer Post Driver has no springs, no cylinders and no return lines. It operates like a drop hammer. Full stroke is achieved with every cycle for maximum impact energy. The hammer does not strike the top of the posts. A grapple option picks up the post from the ground without additional hydraulics or controls. An available tilt option will tilt up to 20º to the left or the right. The Danuser SM40 Hammer Post Driver drives anything from T-posts to railroad ties.

Learn more at www.danuser.com

Manitou Compact MLT 625 Telescopic Handler

Manitou releases its newest model in the telescopic handling line. The MLT 625 telescopic handler is a low-profile, super-compact telescopic handler that has a maximum lift height of 19-ft. 3-in., and a maximum lift capacity of 5,500 lbs. The MLT 625 provides substantial power and reach in a compact machine that is able to gain access into low overhead buildings, garages and barns. The compact design of the MLT 625 features an overall height of 6-ft. 7-in. and a width of just under six feet. The short, 10-ft. turning radius enables it to maneuver into normally inaccessible spaces for handling hay, feed, seed and fertilizer; animal care; harvesting work and other necessary chores. A powerful, 75-hp turbo-charged Kubota diesel engine is coupled with a hydraulic gear pump that results in a flow rate of 24 gal./minute, at a pressure of 3408 psi. It is equipped with 18-in. agricultural tires and boasts a 15-in. ground clearance.

Learn more at www.manitou.com.

Dixie Chopper Zee 2 Mower Family

Dixie Chopper introduces the all new Zee 2 family as the latest addition to the residential line of zero-turn mowers. The 2013 Zee 2 is available with a 21- or 23-hp Kawasaki FR engine, Hydro-Gear transaxles, and 42-, 48- or 54-in. cutting width. The Zee 2 comes standard with features found on the commercial series Dixie Choppers, such as stainless steel body panels, fully welded deck and tubular frame. Mowing up to 3.1 acres per hour, the Zee 2 will give any homeowner more time to do things they enjoy the most.

Learn more at www.dixiechopper.com.

Johnson Manufacturing HyGrade Graders

Johnson Manufacturing has a complete line of HyGrade Graders. Moving snow is easier with the Snow Shoes now available as an option on HyGrade Grader models 1000HD and larger. The Snow Shoes are tipped up or down in seconds without any tools, and hold the cutting edge off the surface being graded. This allows the user to clean a yard without taking off sod or cleaning roads without taking off the gravel. The Snow Shoes have two depth settings for different situations. HyGrade Graders come in 8-, 10-, 12-, 14- and 16-ft. widths and come complete with box scraper ends, weight box and cement weight, all hydraulic cylinders, hoses, and tips, and replaceable, high-carbon steel cutting edges. The blade both angles (45º) and tilts (15º) to the left and right. HyGrade Graders come in ten models. Models 1000HDRS, q1200RS, 1400RS and 1600RS have hydraulic rear steering so the grader can be moved 4-5 ft. more to the left or right side of the tractor from the operator seat. These models are designed for tractors from 120 to 400 hp. Models 800 and 1000 will angle, tilt and lift hydraulically, requiring only one hydraulic remote on the tractor. These handy utility models are great for landscaping, grading driveways, ATV trails and more. They are designed for tractors from 15 to 100 hp.

Learn more about all the HyGrade Grader models and options at www.johnsonmfg-hygrade.com.

Hutchinson NexGen Commercial Bin Sweep System

The Hutchinson NexGen Commercial Bin Sweep System is a commercial-duty sweep auger system. Built for permanent installation, the 8,500-bu./hr. sweep is available in bin diameters up to 156 ft. The sweep system features adjustable electronics to automate the sweep-mounted “tractors,” giving precise control of the advancement of the auger. Optional features of the sweep system allow for zero-entry operation while it is active.

Learn more at www.hutchinson-mayrath.com.