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GKB COMBITOOL FROM STEC Are you looking for a great tool to keep your natural and synthetic sports turf in top condition quickly and easily ? Promote stolon growth and break through thatch layer in your natural turf ? The GKB Combitool combines several operations in one machine . It comes standard with a brush , rake , slitter and roller . Chemical-free maintenance of your surfaces requires more mechanical field management — the brush , rake and slitter are well suited for this . For synthetic turf , utilize the Combitool to redistribute infill , stand fibers back up and break up compaction . The standard base frame mounts four tools , which can be customized to your field needs by using these tools in a variety of combinations . Switching between the tools is quick and easy . Each tool can be independently set to the desired depth , ensuring optimal results . Four width variants are available , ranging from 48 to 79 inches , depending on what tractor works best for you .

JOHN DEERE VERTICUTTERS The John Deere QA5 and QA7 verticutters offer precise and consistent verticutting depths . The QA5 comes with 5-inch verticutter blades set on a 3 / 4 ” standard spacing , featuring durable carbide tips for long-lasting performance . The QA7 is equipped with 7-inch blades on a 1-1 / 8 ” spacing . Both models boast an easy-to-use depth adjustment system . Their patented Speed Link system connects both ends of the rear roller with a spring-loaded rod and worm gears , allowing for simultaneous adjustments from either end of the rear roller . Additionally , the front roller ’ s simple design helps align it with the blades for optimal results .

Optional scrapers for both front and rear rollers maintain depth consistency , which is crucial for effective slicing of rhizomes and stolons , encouraging new growth , and topdressing incorporation .

POWER TURF RENOVATION PTO-60 SPORTS FIELD RENOVATOR The PTO-60 Sports Field Renovator is a tractor-PTOpowered natural grass renovation machine . In just one pass it will remove the problematic infield lip on a baseball or softball field ( without removing the grass ), dethatch , aerate , verticut and level grass . Using this machine will significantly reduce irrigation costs while promoting healthy growth . This machine has been widely used by governmental agencies , cities , school districts , colleges , professional sports teams and golf courses . The depth of the cut is infinitely adjustable with the use of a ratchet jack from 0-2 inches .

REDEXIM VERTI-CUT The Verti-Cut series from Redexim features heavy-duty construction and industry-leading 1.18-inch blade spacing , making it perfect for light and heavy applications . It features precise depth adjustment and carbide-tipped blades . The Verti-Cut is available in 51- , 63- and 79-inch working widths . A max working depth of 1.96 inches and operating speeds up to 4 mph will make your verticutting jobs smooth and efficient . As little as a 20-hp . tractor can operate the smallest Verti-Cut . Available options include a 3mm carbide-tipped blade and

rear anti-scalp roller .

REDEXIM VERTI-RAKE The Verti-Rake is a dethatching tool with multiple applications . This tool can be used on many different surfaces including natural grass , synthetic turf and hybrid turf surfaces . It features spring tines that can be precisely set to dethatch according to the sports field manager ’ s program . The angle of the tine can also be adjusted to match the application . The Verti-Rake is used to lightly dethatch or

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