Komatsu UK hold a European product launch at Birtley
Komatsu UK Ltd, a manufacturer of construction equipments recently held a big European launch of product at Birtley in Gateshead. The company says that the launch of the new machines range; they are keen on bringning the customers to the site for helping establish closer connection along with people who are important for the business. The company thinks that their products will be welcomed inside European markets and their business will get benefits in the long term. Komatsu UK belongs to Komatsu global organization, which are world’s second-bigger... [Read more of this review]
Clutch-less shuttle for Zetor’s new Forterra HSX
ZETOR recently introduced 5 new models of higher-specs to the series Forterra which have clutch-less shuttle & 3-speed power shift transmission. Launched @ TechAgro in Czech Republic, home show of this manufacturer’s, new tractors of Forterra HSX range starts 96 hp to 136 hp & they are powered by company’s own 4.2 litres, 4-cylinder, engines of 3b stage compliance using diesel filter of particulate for reducing the emissions. As compared to standard Forterra, electro-hydraulic control lever of shuttle is mounted on left side... [Read more of this review]
Caterpillar Announces Expansion
Caterpillar Inc. recently announced plans for expand their manufacturing facility at Sumter in South Carolina which will almost triple square footage. This facility currently tiny hydraulic cylinders which are used in different Cat goods. Additional capacity will get production of big hydraulic cylinders from this company’s Illinois, Joliet, location to Sumter. After this is finished, this Sumter facility will become primary source of small & big hydraulic cylinders at North & South America. Expansion at Sumter will let Joliet complex... [Read more of this review]
SPRAYER maker Hardi unveiled for the HC9500 controller
Precision Farming – You can install Hardi controller on the non-IsoBus tractors. Fit in to self-propelled Alpha Evo sprayer & offered as retro-fit for the trailed range of sprayer, this 300mm LCD touch screen is produced along with AgLeader’s partnership. According to Hardi, control display needs Grip & SetBox for the functions of tracking & boom folding along with sprayers trailed however, with Euro 1,500 kit of wiring harness, HC9500 can be installed for tractors of non-IsoBus. HC9500 will have a price tag of around £4,800. Read More →
On test: Loader tractors still a popular work horse
When it comes to putting a lot of tractor & loader packages on a comparison test head to head, I was a bit spoilt looking at the choices. There are 4 diverse makes put though the paces. Humble tractor loader has seen a lot of competition from the alternative materials which have been handling machines over years, including the articulated telehandlers and loaders. No matter what they say, loader tractor is staple part for a lot of farms on UK. The key attributes still makes loader tractor a very attractive option – the versatility & the... [Read more of this review]
Bulk-bag dispenser wants to save on waste
OBS Enviro Scottish-based firm recently introduced new device that is designed for saving waste by letting material (seed, feed, fertilizer, etc) to be discharged partially from the bulk-bags. This device of Raimo can be used for 600 kg & 1,000 kg bags & is an alternative for slitting bottom of bag, according to the manufacturer. You can install the dispenser on to bag through 2 blades, which the bag punctures. You can then screwed in to bag & lock into place. Sliding chute will open & close for discharging required material amount. Any... [Read more of this review]
