LM Reports: Aerators & Dethatchers - Landscape Management
LM Reports: Aerators & Dethatchers

Landscape Management

Barber




Towed and powered by a tractor, Barber Turf Rakes are equipped with hundreds of spring tines mounted in offset rows. A moldboard levels the ground, followed by the tines that rake the graded soil moving stones (from 1/2 in. to 4 in. in diameter) and debris onto the elevating conveyor. Material moves up the conveyor and drops into a 3,800-lb.-capacity hopper. The unit can prepare 3 acres an hour. http://www.hbarber.com/ or 203/729-9000

Husqvarna




With its modular design, the new D18 power rake offers versatility and productivity. The platform provides power and ergonomic comfort, allowing the PTO unit to operate as a dethatcher, seeder or rear bagging dethatcher. The 18-in.-wide unit features welded construction and a Briggs & Stratton 5.5-hp engine. http://www.usa.husqvarna.com/ or 800/HUSKY-62

The Grasshopper Co.

Grasshopper's AERA-vator implement relieves compaction and aerates turf without prior irrigation, leaving no cores. Models are now available with 50% more tines to loosen soil without disrupting the surface. Oscillating, forged steel tines penetrate and fracture hard, dry soils without slicing or cutting. The AERA-vator provides effective aeration with minimal surface disruption, so turf is available for use immediately after treatment. Available in 40-and 60-in. models, it's compatible with Grasshopper Model 620T and any 700 or 900 Series power units. http://www.grasshoppermower.com/ or 620/345-8621

Agri-Fab




The SmartLINK system's master platform accepts a snap-in plug aerator, a 20-tine dethatcher, the patented Turf Shark curved blade aerator and a lightweight poly roller — saving storage space. The master platform comes with the plug aerator, featuring six deep-penetrating, rustproof aerator knives. The other attachments are sold separately. http://www.agri-fab.com/ or 800/448-9282

Turfco Direct

TurnAer's 4 and 6 aerators turn while you aerate, eliminating up to 90% of the lifting required with traditional aerators. The front-traction drive increases traction and control during transport and loading. A patented DiffDrive system provides easy maneuverability. A spring lift eliminates lifting, easing back strain on operators. With the TurnAer Chariot attachment, you can ride behind. http://www.turfcodirect.com/ or 800-679-8201

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