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Due to their wet , sticky nature , worm casts clog mower rollers , eventually causing them to lock up . When this happens , the mower skids over the turf causing costly damage to both the turf and the machine .
Using a Trailed Rotary Mower
Until a solution is developed to control worm casts on turf , one time-saving way of tackling them is to use a rotary mower . Trailed rotary mowers do not encounter the same problems as cylinder mowers , as they have been engineered to perform in a wider range of conditions with unwavering reliability .
Most trailed rotary mowers have 5 ” diameter smooth rollers which are nearly three times larger than a cylinder mower , providing strength when it ’ s needed most . These rollers are fitted with scraper wires ( either a thin metal wire hugging the roller or a solid steel bar running across the length of the roller ) which provide constant pressure across the roller , for keeping it free of debris and worm casts .
Another advantage of a trailed rotary mower is their high spindle speeds and airflow , this helps keep the blades clean of worm casts , improving the cut quality and reducing maintenance costs . The other consideration is cleaning . This process is made much easier with a trailed machine as the decks can be folded vertically giving clear access and removing the need to crawl under or bend over the machine .
If you want to see how a trailed rotary mower will perform on your worm casts , give Trimax a call on 01933 652235 or visit their website https :// trimaxmowers . co . uk / book-a-demo /
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