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KUHN INTERCEPTOR 8055 OFFERS A HIGH-SPEED CONSERVATION TILLAGE OPTION

Kuhn North America is pleased to introduce the Interceptor 8055 highspeed conservation tillage tool for sizing, distributing, and incorporating residue into a full cut width of worked soil. Residue is mixed throughout the soil profile, aiding breakdown and preventing a “mat” of residue from being formed either on or below the soil surface. The Interceptor 8055 can be used to control green growth, particularly in the presence of herbicide-resistant weeds.

An innovative stability control system helps reduce the “hopping” that often characterizes high-speed, full-width tillage tools. Individually mounted Excalibur CT blades operate on a shallow compound angle to reduce smearing and compaction by limiting weight on the backside of the blade. Nine-inch blade spacing provides a full-width cut-out, and the two parallel rows are arranged in a tandem layout to prevent “dog-tracking” or windrowing of residue. The distance between the rows of blades allows soil and residue to land, reducing the risk of plugging in wet conditions.

Behind the front row of blades, a heavy-duty tine harrow controls soil and residue flow to help prevent buildup and improves residue distribution across the field. Depth is controlled from the tires in the center of the machine and is adjusted from a single point. At the rear of the machine, the Star Wheel treaders and 24/7 reel attachment provide excellent leveling and clod sizing. Maintenance-free features are incorporated throughout the Interceptor 8055, reducing daily maintenance and increasing machine uptime.

The Interceptor 8055 is available in 30-foot (29-foot RTK), 36-foot (35-foot RTK), and 40-foot (39-foot 6-inch RTK) working widths and is designed to be used at field speeds of 8 to 10 mph. For more information, visit www.kuhn-usa. com.

CASE IH AND RAVEN INDUSTRIES DEBUT FIRST AUTONOMOUS SPREADER

Case IH and Raven Industries introduce the agriculture industry’s first autonomous spreader: the Case IH Trident 5550 applicator with Raven Autonomy. It combines proven driverless technology with an agronomically designed spreading platform. The technology stack is powered by guidance and steering, propulsion control, perception, and path planning software developed by Raven.

From a mobile device, operators can plan and complete an entire field operation based on mapped field boundaries. The Raven Autonomy perception system, through a series of advanced cameras and radar system, is constantly sensing a 360-degree environment around the machine for obstacles and motion initiation while operating. With artificial intelligence, the perception controller processes the continuous stream of images. By operating at a constant speed, the autonomous applicator provides ultimate spreading consistency and allows for repeatable performance with sub-inch accuracy.

The Case IH Trident 5550 applicator with Raven Autonomy will be operating with limited availability in 2023. For more information, visit https://info. caseih.com/CIHAutonomy.html and www.ravenind.com.

GEA SLOPESCREEN WITH OPTICLEAN TECHNOLOGY ADAPTS TO NEEDS OF THE FUTURE

The newly redesigned SlopeScreen separator from GEA Farm Technologies delivers enhanced functionality and performance. With the new stainless steel construction featuring a unique wedge wire screen, the GEA SlopeScreen has a modular design that can grow based on customer needs. The separation surface can be adapted to different flow rates and animal numbers and ranges from 32 to 96 square feet. It can be configured in a single stage (screen only) or a two-stage separator with the addition of a roller screen and press for more water capture and drier solids.

GEA SlopeScreen separator benefits include greater throughput, adaptability, reliability, accuracy, efficiency, and longevity. The labor required for frequent washing can also be eliminated by automating it with the OptiClean system. OptiClean uses pressurized water to remove fiber and includes an integrated chemical system to remove minerals and soil. It can be added to new or existing SlopeScreen separators and is programmable for sitespecific conditions.

For more information about the GEA SlopeScreen and OptiClean, visit www.gea.com.