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Horsch will present its new generation Leeb GS trailed sprayer for the first time in the UK . The Leeb GS builds on the proven formula of the previous models , with award-winning BoomControl Pro boom system and stainless tanks but adds a greater level of equipment and new configurations .
The sprayer is available with a 6,000 , 7,000 or 8,000 litre stainless steel tank that allows for easy and quick cleaning . The new Leeb GS line is equipped with the innovative Horsch software and easy-to-handle ISOBUS-compatible electronics .
Chafer has made several upgrades to its Sentry and Guardian trailed sprayers . A new boom suspension assembly offers improved contour following and the advanced ePlumbing system uses CANbus valves providing information of the valve ’ s status and position , essential during automatic filling , rinsing and general plumbing functions .
Knight Farm Machinery is introducing an optional boom-mounted nozzle check and cleaning station that will enable operators to check , clean and replace nozzles quickly .
It includes a pneumatic system which enables operators to clean out blocked nozzles quickly and effectively . GPS guidance onTrak , the novel cost-effective tractor GPS system from Agricision , is now available with a new enhanced data service .
The new onTrak . Cloud service will allow customers to gain access to their data recorded and created while using onTrak in simple kml format . Field boundaries and recorded work can be visualised on Google Earth or other mapping software and fields imported into management tools such as Gatekeeper .
Hedgecutters
Bomford Turner is showing its updated Buzzard Telescopic Variable Forward Arm hedge cutter .
The flagship machine has a reach of 7.25- 8.0m while allowing operators to cut close to the tractor as well . A powerful 125 litre / min cutting system produces 74hp at the cutting head . Grain driers
Sukup Europe will be introducing its range of commercial tower dryers to the UK at LAMMA . These high-output commercial grain dryers , proven in areas like the US and Ukraine , have capacities from 30tph – 300tph and are equipped with QuadraTouch Pro control , claimed as one of the most advanced dryer control systems . Graders
Tong Engineering is showing the latest model of its market-leading Caretaker mobile grader , featuring the new advanced HMI control system .
Available as an option on all its latest equipment , Tong ’ s Pro-Series controls can be specified as part of the Auto-Touch HMI control system , adding a level of control and system intelligence to produce advanced system monitoring and reporting .
The Haith Group is displaying the new Haith Smart Drier , an innovative packing-line machine that features a bed of heated stainless-steel rollers designed to remove excess moisture from potatoes .
Each roller is adjustable independently and can achieve a surface temperature of up to 100oC , eliminating the risk of bacteria build-up , transfer to the crop and potential storage problems . Tyres
Nordic Tyres will be launching CEAT Speciality Tyres at LAMMA . Manufactured in a new factory in Mumbai , India , Phase 1 will concentrate on radial agriculture tyres , tractor flotation and row crop tyres with many new sizes coming into production during 2018 . Livestock handling
McVeigh Parker will be demonstrating the unique Clipex pneumatic livestock handling products for the first time in the UK .
The system has a pneumatic operated race and forcing circle and can handle large numbers of stock , quickly and safely , at the push of a button . Weighbridge
The latest trade-legal dual track weighbridge from Phoenix & Shropshire Scales makes its first showing at LAMMA .
The unit is transportable and can be installed easily , owing to its reduced height and weight . Its modular design means it can vary in length . Feeders
Keenan will be demonstrating its new InTouch Controller and App , which allows InTouch customers to take control of feed operations from their mobile device . They will be able to create and edit rations and ingredients , change DM of ingredients and update and monitor ration performance data . Silage kit
Albutt is launching a new Shear Bucket range based on the ultra-high strength design of the Shear King range . Three models are available from 1900mm to 2500mm with capacities of 1.40m3 , 1.60m3 and 1.80m3 .
A new silage-packer from Holaras will debut on the WM Agri stand . The Stego-Combi is a combination of the company ’ s MES 470-115 Maize Leveller and the Stego-pro 200 Silage Compactor enabling consolidation and leveling in a one-pass operation .
For more information about LAMMA ’ 18 please go to www . lammashow . com
30 | Farming Monthly | January 2018 www . farmingmonthly . co . uk