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EQUIPMENT FOCUS | Turf Renovators Billy Goat's OS900SPS overseeder Billy Goat offers a complete line of turf renovation products, including the new OS900SPS overseeder that is hydrostatically self propelled to reduce fatigue associated with pushing. It boasts best-in-class, intuitive, right and left operator drive controls. The 22-inch-wide unit also features an exclusive 11-blade "floating head" cutting system that maintains contact with the contour of the ground. The machine comes standard with a 30-pound seed box with excellent visibility from the operator's position. The box is generously elevated above the turf to eliminate any clogging. An axle- driven seed agitator bar eliminates the need for belts or tire-on-tire systems, which are wear items found on competitive units. The unit also features Billy Goat's exclusive "Autodrop System," which conserves seed and saves money by automatically starting and stopping seed drop with the bale engagement and prevents "end-of-the-run" seed piling. Infinite depth adjustment of the slicer blades promotes longer blade life versus presets, and seed settings are found on board for operator convenience. Folding handles allow for ease of transport and storage. Billy Goat's turf renovation line also includes 20-inch OS overseeders; 48- to 72-inch tow-behind aerators; 18-inch AE core aerators, 20-inch PR power rakes, and 12-inch SC sod cutters. Billy Goat Industries Bobcat 72-inch seeder implement Compatible with Bobcat compact tractors and Toolcat utility work machines, the Bobcat 3-point 72-inch seeder implement allows users to place seed with proper spacing and at precisely the right depth. Ideal for summer turf maintenance, the Bobcat seeder utilizes adjustable seed metering for both consistent seed coverage and use with a broad range of seed types and sizes. Cast-iron rollers break up dirt lumps, press down small stones, and guide the seeds to ensure they are evenly placed at precisely the right depth for better germination. Bobcat Co. Classen turf renovators Classen offers a full line of turf renovation products, including aerators, turf rakes, and seeders. Its aerator lineup includes the CA-18 (17.5-inch aerating width) compact unit; TA-19D and TA-26D self-propelled units with 19- and 26.5-inch aerating widths, respectively; TA-17D and TA-25D self-propelled split-drive units with 16.25- and 24.375-inch aerating widths, respectively; SA-25 Stand-Aer ride-on unit with 24.375-inch aerating width; tow-behind, manual- and electric-lift units with 42-, 52- and 62-inch aerating widths; and 3-point-hitch units with 42-, 52-, 62- and 72-inch aerating widths. For dethatching, Classen offers many 20-inch turf rakes, which can be converted to turf seeders or vertical cutters in minutes. The turf rake lineup includes the TR-20 standard unit; TRC-20, which is the TR-20 with an 8-cubic-foot catcher bag; and TRS-20, a hydrostatic self-propelled unit. For seeding or overseeding, Classen has several 20-inch turf seeders, which can be converted to turf rakes or vertical cutters in minutes with easy-to-change blade reels. The seeder lineup consists of the TS-20 wheeled unit and TSS-20 self-propelled unit. Classen/Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. DR Lawn Aerator The self-propelled, coring DR Lawn Aerator — with its synchronized cast-iron camshaft and hardened-steel coring tines — pulls 2-inch-long to 3-inch-long, 5/8-inch-diameter plugs of turf, thatch and soil at 4-inch intervals as it "walks" across the lawn at 2.5 mph. It easily navigates around trees and obstacles. The core holes reduce soil compaction and allow for better absorption of water, fertilizer and nutrients. The result: a healthy root system that produces beautiful, robust turf. The DR Lawn Aerator is powered by a 205-cc Briggs & Stratton OHV engine that provides 8-foot-pounds torque to the camshaft drive. DR Power Equipment, a division of Country Home Products, Inc. EarthWay's 2170PRO-SS commercial push spreader EarthWay Products introduces the 2170PRO-SS commercial push spreader. As the newest model in the EV-N-SPRED broadcast spreader product line, the 2170PRO-SS features an all-stainless-steel chassis, 100-pound rust-proof poly hopper, and EV-N-SPRED PRO Dual Port Shut-off system — an EarthWay exclusive. Designed for evenly spreading all types of granular products, the 2170PRO-SS is built for a lifetime of commercial use. It may be used for applying pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers, as well as ice control products. The 2170PRO-SS is pictured with the new Lifting Handle accessory, which may be installed for easy lifting in and out of a vehicle. EarthWay Products, Inc. Ecolawn Applicator The Ecolawn Applicator is a self-propelled, multi-purpose applicator for topdressing and applying soil mixes, compost, natural fertilizers, and granular lime to existing turf. It is designed to handle commercial projects or work smoothly and efficiently in compact residential areas. With the Ecolawn Applicator's easy-fill hopper and maneuverability, lawncare professionals can spread in a 180-degree, forward-directed arc, which is ideal for topdressing. Plus, the Ecolawn Applicator is now available with a deflector shield attachment. This attachment allows landscaping professionals to easily spread compost precisely where they want it — directly under a cedar hedge, along a cut embankment, or under a crop row. Ecolawn 22 OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT www.outdoorpowerequipment.com