SPRAYER CALIBRATOR--Innoquest, Inc., Woodstock, Ill., introduces the SpotOn Sprayer Calibrator, a handheld electornic flow rate checker for spray nozzles. Using patent pending technology, the new SponOn Sprayer Calibrator quickly and accurately measures flow rate, which helps to reduce the liklihood of inaccurate chemical application by validating nozzle performance. Simple to use and maintain, the battery-powered SpotOn Sprayer Calibrator can be operated with one hand and is ideal for use in determining sprayer output and indicating when spray nozzles are worn or in need of replacement. After being placed under the nozzle tip, the SpotOn Sprayer Calibrator displays measurements in 10 seconds or less. Flow rate is indicated in gallons, ounces or liters per minute. For more information, call 800-637-1623 or visit www.spotonproducts.com.

EROSION CONTROL--GreenSource Environmental is a hydorseeding and erosion-control company located in Oklahoma City, Okla. Hydroseeding is quickly becoming the preferred methold over sod for erosion control and re-vegetation. Hydroseeding is a process where seed, water, fertilizer, mulch and a holding agent are mixed into slurry and applied with pressure through a specialized machine called a hydroseeder. Because the slurry dries to form a protective blanket tp prevent water and wind erosion it is a great option for steep slopes where erosion control and growth are necessary. For more information, visit www.GSEinOKC.com.

ZERO-TURN MOWERS--Excel Industries, Inc., manufacturer of Hustler Turf Equipment, announces the Big Dog product line of residential and commercial zero-turn mowers. Big Dog Mowers will showcase three series of mowers for its value product line. All mowers come with fabricated decks and are backed by the same quality, technology, and customer service that has helped make Excel Industries a leader in the industry. The C Series residential line of mowers will be equipped with reliable 17.5 and 21 hp Briggs & Stratton engines and come with 42 and 46-inch decks. The R Series is an upper end homeowner as well as commerical mower. This series is powered by Kohler V-Twin and Briggs & Stratton engines. The X Series is a high quality commercial line of mowers powered by Kohler and Kawasaki commercial V-Twin engines with remote canister air cleaner and Briggs & Stratton ELS engines. For more information, call a local Excel distributor or visit www.bigdogmowers.com.

Wet boom now standard on sprayers

Fast Distributing announced its 9500 and 9600 pull-type sprayers, along with the 94FM front mount and 963P 3-point sprayer models, will now have stainless steel wet booms as a standard feature along with a newly designed breakaway. Fast still offers the customer the choice of 15-, 20-, or 22-inch nozzle body spacing as part of the standard wet boom.

Introduction of the stainless steel wet boom as a standard, will add to the many simple-to-use features that already exist within the Fast sprayer line. This new standard allows Fast to use its new breakaway design with fore and aft movement. The advantages of the one-inch stainless steel wet boom are a stronger, longer lasting, more durable boom. Stainless steel wet booms will decrease chemical residue build up and reduce carry over concerns for the producer. Another advantage of the stainless steel wet boom is that it will allow for more constant tip pressure with a variety of nozzle body configurations.

Fast has also added a new model to its very popular 9600 product line. The 9613 model will have a tank capacity of 1350 gallons with our standard 100 gallon rinse tanks. There will be boom length options of 60-, 80-, 88-, 90-, and 100-foot. The larger tank capacity will allow the farmer more spray time and less load time adding efficiency to the bottom line of any operation.

Fast Distributing is a full line, pull-type and equipment-mounted sprayer manufacturing company that offers boom width platforms from 45- to 132-foot widths, along with tank capacities from 500 to 2400 gallons.

For more information, call 800-772-9279 or 800-872-8894, or visit www.fastsprayers.com.

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