The Farmers Mart Feb/Mar 2016 - Issue 44 | Page 72

Machinery New generation fertiliser spreader from KUHN »»KUHN FARM MACHINERY HAS launched the second generation of its popular Axis fertiliser spreader range. The Axis .2 series of fertiliser spreaders sees several improvements being made to KUHN’s popular range of twin-disc mounted spreaders. Key improvements include increased hopper capacities and a redesigned chassis which offers up-rated payload capabilities. A new LED rear lighting system is also included. The new range includes four models: Axis 20.2, Axis 30.2 and 40.2 Axis 50.2/. The new spreaders are equipped with wear resistant VXR+ coated spreading pallets as standard and use KUHN’s CDA (Coaxial Distribution Adjustment) system for accurate metering at high speeds. The Axis .2 series also uses KUHN’s EMC (Electronic Mass Control) technology to meter fertiliser flow by measuring each 72 Feb/Mar 2016 www.farmers-mart.co.uk spreading disc’s drive torque: fertiliser flow from each disc is constantly measured and automatically adjusted to maintain a precise application rate across the machine’s entire spreading width. The EMC system is available in two versions: the PTO powered M-EMC mechanical system, and the hydraulically driven H-EMC version. The lower cost M-EMC version is available on the Axis 20.2 and 40.2. The H-EMC version is available on the Axis 40.2 and 50.2 models: the H-EMC system is unaffected by engine speed and can operate at lower engine speeds for improved fuel consumption. All machines are equipped with KUHN’s Varispread (VS) variable working width technology as standard – this can be controlled manually or by automatic GPS adjustment. The new spreaders are all ISOBUS compatible and can also be operated via KUHN’s own Quantron control system – the Quantron benefits from a large colour screen with all functions including outlet opening, metering modulation, application rate and drop-point adjustment, easy to control. KUHN’s 8.4” colour touchscreen ISOBUS CCI 200 terminal which is pre-programmed with spreading tables can also be used as an option. A suite of smartphone applications which provide accurate spreading tables is also in development.