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www.stma.org November 2015 | SportsTurf 45 P R O D U C T S GILLETTE STADIUM ACQUIRES TURNKEY TURF PROTECTION SYSTEMS Gillette Stadium, home of the New England Patriots, recently acquired a turnkey outdoor drivable field cover from Matrax, Inc. to protect the synthetic turf during non- football events. The primary purpose of the Matrax field covering sys- tem is to protect the synthetic turf, support heavy vehicular traffic during the construction of stages and lighting systems and to provide a safe sur- face for the general public during events. Where other field covering systems are designed from a flooring perspective, Matrax was engineered with temporary road building and heavy vehicular traffic in mind. It was also designed to be easily installed, stored, and transported. Moreover, the Matrax system has translucent properties that permit light to penetrate to the surface below, thus allowing natural grass to stay alive for up to seven days while covered, thereby eliminating the need for sod replacement. While it transmits light, it does not transfer heat from the surface to the underside. Matrax, Inc. TURFCO TURNAER XT5 Turfco's TurnAer XT5 steerable and reversible aerator now offers increased speed, a new weight system and a new gear ratio system, improving efficiency and hill performance. The weight system allows operators to adjust weight in the back of the aerator, improving control on hills, and the gear ratio system gives operators 14 percent more speed. The TurnAer XT5 also utilizes Turfco's patented steerable aerator technology with a new variable-speed hydrostatic drive system, provid- ing 50 percent more productivity than traditional aerators. Additionally, operators can steer and reverse with tines in the ground eliminating need to stop, lift and turn with each pass Turfco Manufacturing PROFILE FIELD & FAIRWAY Profile Field & Fair- way turf conditioner is ideal for construction and maintenance of sports fields. Field & Fairway is easily applied as a topdressing before or after rain and heavy traffic events. The uniform particles provide a balance of air and water pore space to increase drainage and prevent muddy conditions. Field & Fairway's nutrient-holding capability aids turf recovery. Pamela Sherratt, Sports Turf Specialist at the Ohio State University's Horticulture and Crop Science Department, conducted research on Field & Fairway, comparing its use for preventing turf damage and rescuing turf from rain game conditions. Her conclusion: "One rain game can destroy a natural grass field. I'm pleasantly surprised with Field & Fairway in both preventing damage and speeding recovery of natural grass fields in rain game situations." Profile Products TORO EXPANDS T5 RAPIDSET SERIES PRODUCT LINE The Toro Company is adding five new ¾" rotor models to its T5 RapidSet Series rotor prod- uct line. The tool-free arc adjustment of the patent-pending RapidSet feature allows the arc orientation and angle to be quickly set or changed through a straightforward combination of twists of the nozzle turret. The T5 RapidSet rotor's unique slip clutch makes the no tools arc adjustment possible, while also protecting the turret gears and components from damage. The rotor can be adjusted to cover arcs of 40° to 360°. Similar to the T5 RapidSet lawn model, which was introduced early last year, the Shrub and High Pop models also feature Toro's exclusive Airfoil™ Technology nozzles. The nozzles' geometries are specially designed for the T5 and create a low- pressure zone just beneath the nozzle openings, which delivers a better up-close watering profile and leading overall distribution uniformity. The Toro Company DEERE UPDATES 3E SERIES OF COMPACT TRACTORS The 3032E and 3038E are equipped with emissions-com- pliant Final Tier 4 engines with 31.1 (22.3 kW) and 37.3 (27.4 kW) hp, respectively. A hydrostatic transmission with Twin Touch pedals provides operators with simple, comfortable-to- use controls to find the right speed for the job at hand. It's as easy as pressing a single foot pedal to go forward and another foot pedal to go in re- verse. Automotive-style cruise control is optional. Intuitive controls are color-coded (orange for throttle and shifting; black for hydraulics; yellow for power take-off (PTO) for easy operation. Both models feature a flat, uncluttered, open station operator platform. A new, higher back seat provides added comfort for long days of work. A foldable, certified rollover protection structure (ROPS) is designed to provide easier storage. Without tools, the operator can manually fold the safety device down for easy parking. John Deere STEINER INTRODUCES PROFESSIONAL SNOW BLOWER STEINER has added an all-new dual-stage snow blower to the company's winter attachment lineup. Together with the STEINER 440 tractor, the 48" SB648 Professional Snow Blower is designed to blast through winter's toughest snow conditions. Constructed of cast iron and heavy- gauge steel, the snow blower is equipped with an 18" four-blade impeller, a sawtooth auger and 237° chute rotation, resulting in exceptional snow clearing performance. "The new 48" STEINER Professional Snow Blower is our best performing, most efficient and cost-effective snow blower on the market," says Matt Donahue, STEINER brand director. "This new addition to our diverse attach- ment lineup goes to prove the convenience and versatility that Steiner tractors offer year round." STEINER