72 MACHINERY APR / MAY 2022 • farmers-mart . co . uk
MZURI LAUNCH NEXT GENERATION DIRECT DRILL AT LAMMA 2022
FOR over ten years the Mzuri system has been popular with farmers looking to reduce cultivation and invest in a reliable one-pass establishment system . In that time , the concept has remained steadfast in its straightforward and well thought out design which has consistently delivered reliable yields , quick , even establishment , and a reduction in input costs for growers ever since its inception .
Now the British manufacturer launches an additional drill into its existing range – the Mzuri IPASS . Built on the same core principles as the existing range , the Mzuri IPASS has been developed to offer growers higher output , efficient low disturbance seeding .
The new model will be on display at LAMMA on Mzuri ’ s stand 19.360 , held over 4th and 5th of May at the NEC Birmingham .
Pressurised Tank for efficient seed and fertiliser delivery
The IPASS boasts a 5000-litre pressurised tank to meter and convey high application seed and fertiliser rates accurately at higher forward speeds . The large capacity tank features four variable speed electric metering units for efficient delivery across the width of the machine . Two units control fertiliser and two control seed giving operators the option to shut off half of the width .
The IPASS metering system can accommodate all fertiliser compounds and seed types typical of most arable operations including small OSR and grass seeds to large maize and winter beans .
Low Disturbance Coulter Assembly
A unique coulter configuration gives the Mzuri IPASS excellent seeding capabilities into a range of surface types including cover crops , stubble , grassland and even cultivated ground . The leading disc cuts through surface residue , slicing the field surface to promote lower disturbance of the following coulters . The primary knife coulter clears trash from the till and band places fertiliser below the seeding zone . A secondary seeding coulter follows on a unique ball joint system to allow the coulter to self-steer behind the path of the band placed fertiliser .
Suspended by an independent parallel linkage the coulter angle is unaffected by seeding depth regardless of terrain .
Individual V-shaped depth wheels offer exceptional reconsolidation behind the seeded zone , whilst also maintaining accurate seeding depth across the width of the machine for even emergence .
The Mzuri iPass is available in widths of 4.0m , 4.8m , 6.0m and 8.0m and operators can choose between two row spacing options per model .
Mzuri have started to take orders for the IPASS with a strong interest from growers who are looking to achieve high output lower disturbance drilling , all whilst retaining the flexibility and reliability to drill into a range of soil and surface types .
Quote from Mzuri Founder and Engineer , Martin Lole -
“ I am extremely excited about this new drill and have been involved in its development over the last three years . Our initial goal was to continue to take further the huge financial benefits that the Mzuri system has brought to our customers , including reductions in fuel usage and savings to labour . However , with recent events in Ukraine and the soaring fertiliser prices taking us in the region of £ 1 per kilo , the benefits of band placing fertiliser , fast outstrip any remaining doubt surrounding this type of system and contribute to savings of an almost unimaginable level .”
“ In particular , for spring crops where the effectiveness of broadcast fertiliser in dry weather is questionable , if we were to band place it during drilling , I would expect to use half of the usual amount thanks to it being delivered where the crop needs it below the soil line and into moisture , reducing the amount lost to the atmosphere .”
“ For spring cropping , by band placing fertiliser we are using up to 100kg less fertiliser per hectare when compared prior to adopting a one-pass system .”
“ Considering diesel savings , man-hour savings , capital investment and fertiliser savings , ( and on this farm increasing yields ) – the financial benefits of this drill are enormous and too valuable to be ignored .”
Mzuri to showcase new REHAB low disturbance subsoiler at LAMMA 2022 alongside popular Pro- Til single pass drill range
IN addition to the British manufacturers popular single pass drill range , including the new Mzuri IPASS , the team will be showcasing their new low disturbance subsoiler at this year ’ s event .
Designed to complement direct drilling establishment , the Rehab is available in 3 , 4 and 6 metres , with a generous leg spacing of 500mm and a stagger of 750mm for free movement of crop residue .
Spring loaded discs provide clean cutting action through residues and topsoil whilst pivoting to avoid stones . Mounted on individual disc arms , the leading discs self-adjust to follow the contours of the ground to ensure accurate engagement across the width of the machine .
Following the disc , a 15mm hardened steel leg features a replaceable tungsten carbide tipped point to pierce and lift the soil profile whilst creating minimal surface disturbance .
Operators can determine the level of fracture through the profile by a choice of three wing widths including 55mm , 115mm and 135mm . For protection , ‘ Hammer-thru ’ shear pins minimise downtime whilst ensuring maximum draft control and maintain the correct draft angle of the wing for more efficient working .
Behind the legs , follows a substantial packer roller with V profile rings , strategically spaced to reconsolidate either side of the leg to create a weatherproof finish ready for drilling .