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John Deere 7500 E-Cut mower The 7500 E-Cut Hybrid Fairway Mower is designed with fewer possible hydraulic leak points to protect fairway appearance. Electric reels, which can result in reduced fuel usage and sound levels, are the hallmark of this hy- brid mower. The 7500 E-Cut offers the power and traction of the PrecisionCut line and fea- tures a 3-cylinder direct inject diesel engine. A double-acting steering cylinder equalizes right and left pressure, like a riding greens mower, making it easier for operators to hold a straight line and achieve superior striping. For increased hill-climbing ability, the John Deere exclusive GRIP All-Wheel Drive Traction System can be added. This mower also features the exclusive rear-attaching point for the cutting unit yoke, which places force on the rear roller for a more consistent cut height. The 7500 E-Cut comes equipped with John Deere's revolutionary Quick Adjust 5 (QA5) cutting units, allowing customers to make adjustments quickly and easily. A servo- controlled hydrostatic drive system provides increased flow to the traction system for more power and better traction in either two- wheel or all-wheel drive. To make the job easier and more comfort- able, the 7500 E-Cut features an LED instru- ment cluster and Sit-on-Seat diagnostics, as well as John Deere's White Box™ Controller for easy troubleshooting. Operators benefit from substantial leg room, a wider platform for optimum pedal spacing and a highly ad- justable suspension seat. ■ All-in-one full-field drain and shock pad The enhanced polypropylene formula has excellent resistance to organic solvents, degreasing agents, acids, and alkalines. It has tensile strength superior to high density polyethylene. It has a low moisture absorption rate, is very light weight and exhibits excellent elastomeric properties over a very wide temperature range. The drain/shock pad combination rolls out quickly and easily, covering the entire field under the turf layer. The meter wide rolls have a 3" fabric overlap on The same, reliable drain properties that make Enkadrain preferred for all types of athletic fields, landscaping and building drainage is now engineered for syn- thetic turf playing fields with a specially formulated polymer core providing significant energy restitution and shock absorption (Gmax). This drainage composite con- sists of a polypropylene drainage core of fused, entangled filaments and a geocomposite fabric bonded to each side. The entangled filaments are molded into a pyramid pattern that maintains the flexible design of other Enkadrain products. The second fabric eliminates the need for a filter fabric and stops penetration and mi- gration of soil fines. both sides. Colbond, Inc. Kochek GH Green irrigation hose Kochek re-introduces its GH Series Irrigation Hose. This hose has been improved to increase the working pres- sure to 150 PSI to handle the pressures of sports turf and golf course irrigation systems. This durable hose's exte- rior cover is a smooth opaque green PVC compound reinforced with high tensile strength yarn. The inner tube is a smooth black PVC and is available in 3/4" and 1" diameters in 50', 75' and 100' as well as in bulk quantities. Additional features of this hose are: High working and burst pressures to work well with golf irrigation system pressures; abrasion resistant smooth cover; superior weather, ozone and ultraviolet resistance, lightweight. Kochek Cub Cadet commercial zero-turn riders During a 4-week road tour, Cub Cadet unveiled to its 1,500 dealers its new, next generation of advanced com- mercial zero turn riders. Dealers had a chance to see and test drive the new Tank SZ Commercial and Tank LZ Commercial zero-turn riders. The Tank SZ (which denotes Steering wheel Zero turn) delivers incredible maneuver- ability, turf protection and remarkable traction even on steep inclines due to Cub Cadet's exclusive 4-wheel steering technology (patented as Synchro Steer Technology). The Tank LZ (which denotes Lap-bar Zero turn) features an in- telligent and responsive lap bar system that allows for a full range of adjustability and rider egress regardless of po- sition. Cub Cadet Commercial Kubota ZG332 zero-turn mower Kubota continues to expand its line of zero-turn mowers to offer both full-size and compact models available with Kubota gasoline and diesel engines, providing a zero-turn option fit for jobs of any size. The full-size Z300-Se- ries comprises 6 powerful models, including the new ZG332. Boasting a new 32.5-horsepower liquid-cooled Kubota gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission and Pro Commercial mower decks in both 60- and 72-inch options, the ZG332 emerges as Kubota's most powerful gasoline zero-turn model yet. Kubota's 3 compact Z200-Series models each provide lower centers-of-gravity resulting in light maneuverability and superior navigation. The compact Z200- Series also offers both gas- and diesel-powered engines. Kubota Toro Reelmaster 5210 The Toro Reelmaster 5210 features Dual Precision Adjustment cutting units to deliver an exceptional quality of cut and aftercut appearance. Powered by a 28 hp, 3 cylinder Kubota diesel engine, this unit offers a nimble and ma- neuverable design for mowing in a wide range of conditions. The Reelmaster 5210 is lightweight and productive with a 100-inch width of cut. It is available in standard 2 wheel drive or add on the CrossTrax all-wheel drive system. The Toro Company www.stma.org SportsTurf 35