AGRI-vator
Primary tillage, reimagined
The AGRI-vator relieves compaction and aerates soil to support up to 30% faster sod re-growth. Vibratory tines break up hardpan without inverting the soil, preserving surface residue for erosion control and moisture retention. Loosen, level, and prepare the seedbed in one pass to save fuel and time. Available in 6-, 8-, and 12-foot widths, with an optional seed box and spiker roller.
Configurations
AG72
Facilitates seed growth and helps you get the results you want for your farm. Break apart the soil without doing damage to the surface turf.
| Working width | 6 ft (72 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1,630 lbs |
| Center Drive Gearbox | 1:1.5 Tee |
| End Drive | 3 Cx Belts (Left End) |
| Tine Vibration Frequency | @ 540 PTO RPM = 1,026 Cycles/Min |
| Side-to-Side Tine Travel | 2 1/4 in |
| Vibrating Depth | 6 in |
| Aeration Density | 5 Holes per sq ft |
| Tines | 3/4 x 6 in Forged and Hardened (144) |
| Rotor Bearings | Double Sealed Tapered Roller |
| Drive Line | 1 3/8 in Spline w/ Safety Shield |
| Finish | Black Acrylic w/ Grey Trim |
| Tractor HP required | 45, 60, or 80 |
AG96
Facilitates seed growth and helps you get the results you want for your farm. Break apart the soil without doing damage to the surface turf.
| Working width | 8 ft (96 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2,045 lbs |
| Center Drive Gearbox | 1:1.5 Tee |
| End Drive | 2 Cx Belts (Left End) |
| Tine Vibration Frequency | @ 540 PTO RPM = 1,026 Cycles/Min |
| Side-to-Side Tine Travel | 2 1/4 in |
| Vibrating Depth | 6 in |
| Aeration Density | 5 Holes per sq ft |
| Tines | 3/4 x 6 in Forged and Hardened (144) |
| Rotor Bearings | Double Sealed Tapered Roller |
| Drive Line | 1 3/8 in Spline w/ Safety Shield |
| Finish | Black Acrylic w/ Grey Trim |
| Tractor HP required | 45, 60, or 80 |
AG144
Facilitates seed growth and helps you get the results you want for your farm. Break apart the soil without doing damage to the surface turf.
| Working width | 12 ft (144 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2,825 lbs |
| Center Drive Gearbox | 1:1.5 Tee |
| End Drive | 3 Cx Belts (Left End) |
| Tine Vibration Frequency | @ 540 PTO RPM = 1,026 Cycles/Min |
| Side-to-Side Tine Travel | 2 1/4 in |
| Vibrating Depth | 6 in |
| Aeration Density | 5 Holes per sq ft |
| Tines | 3/4 x 6 in Forged and Hardened (144) |
| Rotor Bearings | Double Sealed Tapered Roller |
| Drive Line | 1 3/8 in Spline w/ Safety Shield |
| Finish | Black Acrylic w/ Grey Trim |
| Tractor HP required | 45, 60, or 80 |
In their words
We got a major storm with substantial flooding this Fourth of July. A very thick layer of silt and clay particles were deposited on four of our front nine fairways. The AGRI-vator was instrumental in breaking up the silt layer and opening up the soil in order for the undesired particles to be pushed below the root zone. Without the AGRI-vator, we would be dealing with a silt layer that would not allow water to percolate to the root zone and very muddy fairways.
At Rainey Sod Farm we have been using the Agri-vator from First Products for years. We feel that by using this piece of equipment we are getting many benefits. Anyone that is involved with farming knows that over time the ground becomes compacted, when we use the Agri-vator it allows us to make the ground less compacted. This then allows the root system on our sod to grow back at a quicker rate. Therefore, quicker regrowth means more production and profit.
We use the Agri-Vator for a few different things on the farm and have been pleased so far with everything.
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AGRI-Vator is used after a bermuda harvest for the wet spots where the dirt has hardened and where we run irrigation all year round the dirt tends to get hard. I have noticed great improvements since using this machine on soil absorption of water. It use to sit on top but this machine has softened the soil and overall improved the growth. Our runners are now able to pin down for the grass growth making the harvest times quicker. It also flattens the ribbons behind the harvester.
The Agri-vator machine has helped with fertilization by running the machine after spreading fertilizer which has greatly helped the fertilizer lock into the soil instead of sitting on top of the ground improving overall growth of the sod.
The durability of the machine is remarkable. We have used it over a 400 acres span with no issues. Great acreage on the tines with no wear noticed until approx 300-350 acres. Replacing the tines was a quick and easy project. Ordering process was simple with outstanding customer service and fast shipping. I would highly recommend the AGRI-Vator to others.
We should've purchased one years ago but always found an excuse not to. Since implementing our new AGRI-vator we've seen clear evidence of faster re-establishment of Bermuda and Zoyias. This benefit isn't up for debate. Our fields are measurably quicker to grow back in.
We've even begun using it to seedbed prep for Centipede seeding. Our fields have intermittent areas of clay galls that respond well to the AGRI-vator. It loosens any compacted soils including these hard, impenetrable clay conditions. We believe in the AGRI-vator's ability introduce air, water and nutrients into the rootzone. With respect to increased air, the rootzone will warm faster in the Spring. Nutrients and water are much more likely to remain w/ the rootzone too.
Prospective customers should buy the AGRI-vator and use it. The tines will wear but that's to be expected. This means compaction is being eliminated. i wish we had a 12' model. And I especially wish we had bought a machine years ago.
