Weed control is an essential task in almost every groundsman , greenkeeper , contractor and landscapers schedule , and the AllTrec with Air E-Variator or Weed Brush has made it quicker , easier and emissions-free .
The E-Variator is one of four attachments currently available for the AllTrec Carrier and it has been specifically designed for weed management on large paved and semi-paved surfaces . It works both preventively and repressively , saving up to 70 % of its own energy through re-use – better known as the patented advanced air recycling system .
The unique variable airflow function ( ADS ) enables the machine to work in corners and around obstacles in just one pass , with operators able to fully control the attachment using the digital control screen . LPG tanks used for the E-Variator Weed Burner can be mounted to the back of the AllTrec , with a connection available for the automatic tank heater to prevent them from freezing . The closed burner system with heat recovery has gas reduction of no less than 60 % and an automatic temperature regulation of 380 º C .
Weeds can also be removed using the 70cm Weed Brush , which is electrically powered with three brush speeds and controlled using the onboard joystick . It can be hydraulically adjusted to any angle and used for a full day without any worry of batteries running out . All batteries come with a three-year warranty and have a lifetime of + - 2500 charge discharge cycles . The 48VDC battery uses LifePO4 technology with a capacity of 20kwh or an optional 30kwh , with onboard charging taking 4-8 hours .
Weeds can also be removed using the patented 3D weed brush , which is electrically powered with three brush speeds and controlled using the onboard joystick . It can be hydraulically adjusted to any angle
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and used for a full day without worrying about batteries running out .
The power produced from the battery means the AllTrec can also be operated using the mower or hedge cutter attachments . The hedge cutting attachment has a 75cm working width with electric motors directly powering the blades , which have speeds from 2000- 3000rpm . The mowing deck comes in optional cutting widths of 130cm or 180cm with a variable height of cut from 30-110mm , making it perfect for use on regularly maintained grass or overgrown vegetation .
In autumn , the powerful leaf blower with adjustable nozzle comes into its own and will soon be joined by the currently in development winter duty package , including a snow plough , salt spreader and winter brush , which will increase the machine ’ s year-round versatility .
NO WEED OUT OF REACH WITH THE CAMPEY AIR TROLLY PACK
To compliment the Alltrec ’ s versatility for landscaping and urban maintenance , Campey Turf Care Systems introduced the latest innovation , the AIR Trolly Pack from Dutch manufacturer WeedControl BV , which brings even the hardest to access weeds into reach .
The Honda GX120 motor with compressor powers the LPG / propane 3x15kw hot-air burner head with an adjustable operating temperature between 190 ° C – 290 ° C . The small footprint of the trolley and burner means it can easily access hard to reach areas such as around poles , along walls and road edges , under street furniture and in narrow street passages and alleys where weeds consistently grow .
The AIR Trolly Pack is also ideal for inner-city areas and the aftertreatment of larger weed removal projects .
Flame weeding is a very effective and environmentally friendly way to remove weeds against alternative methods such as potentially harmful herbicides . Most annual and some perennial weeds can be eradicated using a flame that essentially explodes the weeds ’ cells , turning them into ash . This ash then mixes with the soil or disperses with no harm to other plants while there is no risk of drift onto other areas , which can be common with chemical applications .
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