Winter 07/08 Cutting Edge - American Edition

07/08
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your 2008 Bourgault Product Catalogue
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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
AGRONOMIC OBSERVATIONS FOR 2007. . . . . . . . . 3
5710 AIR HOE DRILL - PROVEN PERFORMER . . . . .4
NH3 - THE "GREEN" NITROGEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3310 PARALINK™ HOE DRILL - NEW SIZES . . . . . 10
1200 GRAIN CART - THE BEST GOT BETTER. . . . . .12
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PRESIDENT'S Message
by Gerry Bourgault, P.Eng.
After nearly a decade of poor grain prices, most farmers still can’t believe that prices have risen to where they are today!
Since the end of World War II, there have been numerous periods of high grain prices.
These periods were generally due to weather related production problems in
one or more of the main exporting countries and tended to be relatively short
lived. This time around, weather related production problems have reduced
supplies of some crops, mainly wheat; however, there is a new dynamic that
has entered into the picture that has fundamentally changed the supplydemand equation. This dynamic is, of course, the level of grain consumed for
bio-fuels.
increase the number of acres that can be farmed by a single operator, given the
shortage of skilled labour. Furthermore, adopting new technologies that reduce
per acre production costs will also be a requirement. However, above all, with
the increased per acre costs of producing a crop will come the need to effectively
manage the downside risks that always exist when growing a crop. A total crop
failure with the cash cost of $120 to $200 per acre to produce a crop will financially
punish a farmer like he has never been punished before.
Cheap Grain Prices Are Over
As in the past, when supplies tightened, the market is signalling farmers to
increase production by offering much higher prices. In the past, the increased
prices would increase production and, before long, large surpluses would
depress prices. This time, with number of acres being used for the production
of bio-fuel increasing dramatically every year, high prices will have to be
maintained to ensure adequate supplies to all sectors. The high wheat prices
have resulted in increased winter wheat plantings in the U.S. and Europe.
However, acres planted to wheat reduce acres available for other crops. Most
experts agree that, in the future prices, will still cycle up and down according
to the levels of supply and weather conditions; however, they all agree that the
days of cheap grain are gone forever. Although the future appears very bright
for the grain production sector, the high cost of inputs, the competitiveness
within the sector, and the unpredictability of weather will continue to make grain
production a high-risk venture.
The long period of poor prices that has just ended was a problem for some
and an opportunity for others. Obviously, it forced a lot of farmers to sell or
rent their farms to other farmers. However, the low margins made expanding a
huge challenge. Those farmers successfully expanding their farms found ways
to manage this challenge, and, with net revenues ranging from $100 to $200
per acre this year, they are being rewarded for their initiative and ingenuity.
With their large land bases, they are well positioned to produce good profits,
going forward, provided that they can control their costs and produce the crops.
Maximize Your Opportunity, Minimize Your Risk
Because of these factors, Bourgault Industries Ltd. is focussing its product
development efforts on machines and systems that will provide farmers with
increased per acre farming efficiencies. When it comes to seeding systems, the
emphasis will be on developing systems that not only increase efficiency but also
minimize the risk of inducing crop losses. The 3310 ParalinkTM Hoe Drill with MRB®
technology provides the benefits of independent opener seed placement without
including the risks to emergence that come with side-banding. The recently
released Research Update PAMI #768 which compares side-banding to mid row
banding clearly demonstrates that in dry conditions, mid row banding can more
consistently deliver better emergence. Although the report shows that yield will not
always be negatively affected when emergence is reduced, it illustrates that major
crop losses can occur. In normal or moist springs and normal growing seasons,
all one pass seeding systems tend to yield equally well. However, when conditions
turn to dry, the stage will be set for the PHDTM with mid row banding to deliver many
extra bushels of crop per acre.
The robust design of the PHDTM will ensure trouble free operation, plus provide
for packing forces of up to 200 lbs. to be hydraulically transferred onto each
packer wheel, when required. With the ParalinkTM shank system, the PHDTM can
accommodate a large variety of openers for allowing the farmer to match the
opener profile to the requirements of the specific seeding condition. The design
of ParalinkTM shank system provides more room for soil to flow back onto the
seed row before the packer wheel passes, thereby, allowing a farmer to seed
at substantially higher field speeds than dual shank machines. When nitrogen
fertilizer application is not required, such as with pulse crops, or on fields where
farmers have fall banded to take advantage of lower nitrogen prices, the Mid Row
Banders® can be hydraulically lifted and parked from the tractor seat. We believe
that with its features, the PHDTM provides farmers with the highest level of seeding
accuracy, most versatility, greatest productivity and the most durability of any
independent opener drill on the market today.
Bourgault will also be releasing a limited number of its 700 bushel air seeder
carts to the market for the spring of 2008. The Model 6700ST carries enough
46-0-0 in its largest tank (370 bushels) to fertilize 100 acres with 100 lbs/ac of
actual nitrogen. The patented interconnect tank system allows farmers to more
effectively use their cart capacity regardless of the seeding scenario. The large
belt conveyor allows for faster filling than does a similar sized screw auger. With
more tank capacity and less time spent filling, more acres will be seeded at the
end of the day. Bourgault will also be adding a 550 bushel, tow between air seeder
to its line up. Like the 6700ST, the Leading 6550ST will also allow more acres to be
seeded in one fill.
Farmers Positioned For Opportunity Will Benefit
The farmers who capitalized on the opportunities, created by the extended
period of low prices, to expand their farms are quite different from many of their
predecessors. In the past, when periods of low prices occurred, conventional
wisdom was to go into a holding pattern and wait for better prices. Although
this approach conserved cash, it did not allow the size of the farm to be
adjusted to capture the benefits provided by operating on a larger scale. Those
farmers who expanded during the past decade understood the significance of
operating on a larger scale. More than that, they adopted new equipment, crop
varieties, farming techniques and management methods that allowed them to
extract more profit from their farms than the smaller producer.
The challenge going forward will now include different factors. Although grain
prices will be higher, in many ways the challenge will remain fundamentally
unchanged. Land prices and rents are on the rise as are input costs including
fuel and fertilizer. Producing an adequate margin will remain difficult. In most
cases, continuing to grow the acreage base will be a necessary element for
maintaining the scale to purchase inputs at the best prices available. Part of
the formula for continued success will include acquiring equipment that will
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This is certainly an exciting time to be a part of the agricultural industry.
THE TRUE PROVEN PERFORMER
AGRONOMIC OBSERVATIONS FROM 2007
by Garry L Meier P.Ag.
Avoiding the Risk, Fertilizing for Profit
Interest by grain producers in seeding tools with independent row-to-row depth
control has been steadily growing over the past few years as wetter seeding
conditions have been encountered in many areas. Until crop year 2007, all of
these tools were configured to deliver a majority of the crops nutrient requirements
in side-bands approximately 1.5 inches to the side and 1 inch below the seed.
Canola Emergence
Despite claims of crop safety by the manufacturers and some in the research
community, many producers and members of the research community were
observing crops that were quick to emerge due to the precise shallow seed
placement, but then displaying symptoms of fertilizer toxicity, especially when
row spacings moved from ten to twelve inches, and in some cases this year
fourteen inches. Phosphorous deficiencies were also observed in crops that
had all of the phosphorous placed in the nitrogen band.
Comparison Plots - Minot, North Dakota. Seeded on the same day, the
Bourgault 3310 PHD™ canola on the top left is showing good growth and
vigour. Phosphate was placed in the seed row. The dual-knife side-banded
canola on the top right, which had both nitrogen and phosphate side-banded,
is showing less vigorous growth.
The independent agronomist submitted a report of the findings at each of the
demonstration sites. His findings can be summarized as follows:
1 Independent row-to-row depth control hoe drills; no matter the color, provided
excellent germination when operated at the speed appropriate for the soil
conditions and configuration of the respective drill.
2 Eventhough germination was excellent, drills with dedicated seed shanks
established 18% more canola, on average, when compared to either double
shoot sideband openers or dual shank machines.
3 Phosphorous deficiencies were observed when all of the phosphorous was
placed in the nitrogen band and none in the seed row.
4 All drills can be pulled too fast and operators must be aware of their soil
conditions when determining the appropriate seeding speed for their particular
drill. Units equipped with a narrow seed opener and MRBs were able to
achieve higher speeds and were more forgiving when optimal speeds were
exceeded compared to dual shank machines operating in the same field.
5 Moisture conditions at all monitored sites at seeding were very good to
excessive.
6 Dual-knife systems tended to have more difficulty clearing field residue when
compared to units with dedicated seed shanks.
Comparison Plots - Midale, Saskatchewan. Plant counts
conducted by an independent agrologist documents a greater
plant density for the 3310 PHDTM with Mid Row Banders®
compared to a popular dual-knife side-banding system.
This season was the first that a seeding tool with the capacity for independent
row-to-row depth control in combination with mid row banding of crop
nutrients was available on a limited basis to grain producers. That unit was
the Bourgault 3310 ParalinkTM Hoe Drill.
Seventeen 3310 seeding systems were monitored over a wide geographic
area and in a wide range of soil types and moisture conditions in the spring of
2007. Sixteen of these units were equipped with mid row banding technology
and one unit was equipped with double-shoot side banding openers. Where
possible, side-by-side comparisons were conducted to compare the Bourgault
3310 ParalinkTM Hoe Drill performance with the performance of competitors
side-banding units. An independent agronomist was commissioned to
monitor the various sites and document the findings.
Plants (ft2):
North Test
South Test
Bourgault 3310 PHD
15.08
9.4
Dual Knife
12.42
7.13
Diff.
18%
25%
Producers must be aware of the risks involved with side-banding nitrogen, but
also phosphate placement in a one-pass system. Just as nitrogen can put the
seed in danger of fertilizer damage and salt effect when placed too close to the
seed, the crop development can be delayed if the immobile phosphate is placed
too far from the seed, or made inaccessible to the developing crop when placed
with the toxic nitrogen band. Not only are producers not getting maximum
effectiveness with their fertilizer investment, delayed development and maturity
will put these crops at higher risk to other factors including insect damage, frost
damage, or drought. The Bourgault 6000 Series Air Seeders with flexible internal
compartments and Mid Row Banders® provide the flexibility to place the rate of
fertilizer you need, in the optimum location for your crop.
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5710
Air Hoe Drill
Proven Performer in the Great Plains
Since it’s release in 1996, the 5710 Air Hoe Drill has become the most popular hoe drill in the Great Plains. Superior
design, high quality components, and outstanding service make the 5710 an Air Hoe Drill that you can count on. When
matched with the optional Bourgault Mid Row Banders® for nitrogen application in a single pass, the 5710 is the best
performing, lowest risk system available to farmers in a one-pass operation.
Since entering the market, the 5710 AHD has
gained the reputation of having the highest resale
value on the used equipment market. Regardless of
effectiveness, operation, or resale, the 5710 seeding
system proves to be the best choice to maximize the
bottom line.
Packer Wheels for Every Condition
Quick and Easy Levelling
•
The popular 21½" dia. all-steel packer wheels
are available in 2¼", 3½" and 4½" widths. The
thick steel cap is welded to 11 ga. side-walls
so that there are no weld seams contacting the
soil, exposing them to wear. Steel wheels are
ideal for concentrated packing in drier conditions
to maximize moisture retention. Optional mudscrapers are available to prevent buildup in wet
conditions.
•
Rubber faced 22" dia. semi-pneumatic packer
wheels at 3" or 4" widths provide excellent
soil firming in regions that are prone to overcompaction or wetter conditions. Flexing of the
rubber packer allows mud to shed, and also
spreads the compaction of each wheel over a
greater area to help prevent over-compaction.
•
A fully pneumatic 5½" wide packer wheel gives
farmers flexibility with one packer selection.
Operators can adjust tire pressure between 6
p.s.i. to 45 p.s.i. to meet changing conditions
during seeding. A higher pressure will transfer
more force directly onto the seed row, while a
lower pressure will diffuse the pressure out,
reducing the compaction on the seed row.
•
Stone kickers are standard on all packer gangs.
The 5710 AHD offers farmers a wide
selection of packer wheels to match various
seeding requirements.
The 5710 is the easiest drill to level in the industry!
Easily accessible heavy-duty turnbuckles, found
both on the castor wheels and packer gangs, can
be adjusted with the provided wrenches. Detailed
instructions are also located near the point of
adjustment.
Set Seed Depth in Seconds
Correct seeding depth is a critical factor in every
farming operation. Depth requirements will change
with factors such as seed type, moisture conditions
and soil type. Farmers need the ability to make
seeding adjustments when the conditions change.
The accurate, and infinitely adjustable Quick Shift
Depth Control system provides one point depth
control in seconds! Ease your workload with a
design that works for you.
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5725
Air Coulter Drill
Minimal Disturbance, Maximum Benefit
The 5725 Air Coulter Drill is the ultimate seeding tool for minimum and zero-till operations. You can be confident of exact
product placement, even in the most challenging conditions. The 5725 ACD provides excellent penetration with a 430 lb.
trip force coulter assembly and 20" dia. coulter disc. The coulter assembly pivot is equipped with a greaseless composite
fiber bushing, protected by two neoprene o-rings. Each coulter disc turns on an oversized 2000 lb hub.
Retain More Moisture with the Ultimate Zero-Till Seeder
Growing a crop requires a substantial amount of water to achieve
maximum yield potential. The 5725 ACD is designed to operate in
stubble that was cut higher to improve snow-catching capabilities and
reduce evaporation losses in the spring. Tall standing stubble acts
as a barrier between the wind and the earth, preserving valuable
moisture and protecting newly seeded plants. The coulters disturb
very little soil, which maximizes moisture retention during seeding. In
addition, the coulter disturbs little of the surface residue that shields
the soil from the evaporative effects of the wind and sun.
Terry McDonald farms with his cousin Lonny McDonald near Souris,
North Dakota. Terry has been farming in the area for about 25 years.
Their operation focuses on barley, wheat, flax, and Canola. This past
year the McDonalds used their Bourgault 47' 5725 Air Coulter Drill
with Series 25 MRB IIs and a 6550ST air seeder. Terry discusses his
experience with the 5725 ACD.
“We had a 5710 AHD for four years prior to getting the 5725. The
5710 was a good air drill, but we felt we needed a seeder that did not
disturb the soil as much as a hoe drill. The 5725 did a wonderful job
for us this spring. We try to cut our stubble as high as we can, and
with the 5725 we can seed right into the standing stubble. We were
impressed with the emergence, especially with the Canola and flax.
The 3" rubber packer wheels did a very good job of packing the seed
row.”
“We were seeding our wheat at 7 to 7-1/2 mph the Canola at 6-1/2 to
7 mph. It depended on the moisture and stubble conditions. Seeding
speed is critical, but not as much as leaving a good seedbed. We
Terry & Lonny McDonald in front of their 6550ST tank.
do not see any soil from one row thrown over to another row. The 5725
provides a uniform seed depth. You can tell when you ride against the
seed rows with a 4 wheeler, the field is definitely not as rough.”
“The 5725 ACD with a 550 bushel tank is easier to pull then our previous
5710 that had a 440 bushel seed tank. We can throttle back the tractor
and conserve fuel. There is a bit more maintenance on the 5725 ACD
than there was with the 5710, but you have to accept that when you are
seeding with a coulter unit compared to a hoe unit. It’s a stout unit, just
like the 5710. Heavy duty.”
The 5725 Air Coulter Drill is available in 29', 34', 40', 47', 50', and 60'
widths with 9.8" or 12.6" spacings. A variety of steel and semi-pneumatic
packer wheels are available to suit a wide range of conditions. For more
information on the 5725 ACD, visit our web site at: www.bourgault.com,
or contact your local Bourgault dealer.
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6000
Air Seeders
Options that Work for You.
Product Lift System
A revolutionary new feature for the 6000 Series Air Seeder is the
hydraulic powered Seed Bag Lift System. You can elevate all
your seed bags or calibration boxes to the top of the air seeder
tank quickly and with no strain to your back. The lift system is
rated for a 250 lb. load from the ground to the top of the tank.
10" Deluxe Hydraulic Load/Unload Auger
The 10" (254 mm diameter) Deluxe Load/Unload Auger allows
for quick fills on the large 6550ST cart. The 10" Deluxe Auger
is designed with operator convenience in mind. This auger
has complete hydraulic control for operational positioning and
returning to the transport cradle. Full hydraulic control on the
auger swing gives you unprecedented control of auger positioning,
whether on uneven terrain or in windy conditions. The low-profile
folding drag hopper enables you to fill your air seeder from belly
dump trailers. The 10" Deluxe Auger is available on the Model
6550ST and Model 6450 Air Seeders.
The 591 Air Seeder Monitor
New for 2008, the Model 591 Monitor provides standard monitoring
features for up to four bins. The 591 is designed to be intuitive
for operation, and easier for viewing. A large screen allows you
to monitor up to eight functions on one page. Monitor air seeder
sensors, including fan speed, application rate, bin levels, area
seeded, and ground speed. Customize your monitoring options
on up to 4 pages to quickly reference all your air seeder functions.
Producers with the previous 491 Deluxe Air Seeder Monitor can
easily upgrade to the 591 Monitor with no harness changes.
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6700/6550ST Leading
New Product Release
The World’s Most Advanced Air Seeder
Bourgault offers the greatest range of sizes, features, and convenience of air seeders available on the market. From 280
to 700 bushels, from single-shoot to double-shoot to multi-shoot, leading or tow-behind there is a 6000 Air Seeder to suit
your needs.
6700ST Air Seeder
Leading 6550ST Air Seeder
Bourgault is releasing a limited number of the new 700 bushel 6000 Series Air Seeder for
spring 2008. Producers will find many of the advanced features from previous 6000 Series
product carts on this new mammoth tank. Unique to the 6700ST is the steerable front axle.
Despite its size, farmers will find it tracks surprisingly well in the headlands as well as in
transport. Another unique feature is the load/unload conveyor, featuring a 15" wide belt.
This new system can move product at 110 bu/min. with 100% cleanout, so fill times will be
the same as the smaller 6550ST model.
The Leading 6550ST offers producers a towbetween tank with unmatched efficiency and
productivity in the marketplace. The superior design
and balance allows only approximately 8900 lbs.
of hitch weigh for a fully loaded unit. The Leading
6550ST comes equipped with dual 650/75 R34 tires
for excellent floatation and minimal compaction.
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8825
Coulter Applicator
Apply Fertilizer with Ultra Low Disturbance
In locations where moisture is a premium, these machines apply fertilizer with minimal moisture loss. When applying on
sunflower, corn, or soybean stubble, the coulters will cut through the field residue and get the fertilizer in with no shanks
to wrap around. Banding with a coulter applicator has proven to be a much more effective method of applying fertilizer
compared to broadcast or hoe-type chisel plows.
Lynn Billadeau of Parshall, North Dakota has been farming since 1975.
His operation focuses on Durham wheat, peas, Canola, and some
winter wheat.
“The 2007 season started very wet, but when it quit raining, it quit!
The beginning of June was our last big rain, and it’s been darn dry ever
since. The crops came out surprisingly well for the rain we did receive.”
“We started using our 15" spaced 60' 8825 last fall. We apply all our
anhydrous in the fall in this region for various reasons. Availability in the
spring is tough, there are load restrictions on the roads in the spring,
and there is always a price difference for anhydrous between spring
and fall. The reason why I first looked at the 8825 was the low soil
disturbance. It leaves the stubble standing to catch snow, and moisture
is very valuable in this area. I did some investigation to make sure
there weren’t any issues with applying nitrogen on a 15" spacing. I was
advised by our local soil testing lab that I can go as wide as 20" spacing
when applying anhydrous in the fall. I watched my emergence this
spring, and saw no waviness or yellowing of any sort in the crop.”
“The 8825 is equipped with a weight package, so it was able to
penetrate much better in dry conditions. We did use it in some very
dry conditions, but it did penetrate, opening up the soil well and sealing
it well. This was in conditions where a hoe opener would not be able
to go. This fall, we had neighbors who where using hoe openers
and tearing up chunks, while we were able to do a very good job of
application with the 8825.”
“About the only maintenance is to grease the coulters. Bourgault has a
good seal on the hubs, so you can apply a lot of grease without worrying
about popping a seal. Other than that, there has been no maintenance, it
just runs.”
“Our speed varies on how much anhydrous we’re applying. We have
a Raven Cold-Flow on it, so we have been travelling at 8 to 9 mph with
rates of 75 to 80 lbs. of nitrogen. But this is in a little warmer weather, in
colder weather we can’t get it to come out of the tanks fast enough.”
“There is certainly nothing wrong with one-pass seeding, if you can get
all your nitrogen in the spring. If you are going to apply nitrogen in the
fall, I think this system is considerably better than a hoe opener, because
of the low disturbance. You can drive across the field with a pickup truck,
and not even know it has been applied.”
“Fuel savings is very important now with $3 diesel fuel. We shift the
tractor to a 10 mph gear and idle back to about 8 mph, and it pulls very
easily. I’m guessing what the difference would be, but I think the 8810
would be about half of what a chisel plow would be.”
Bourgault offers the 8825 Coulter Applicator in 40', 50', 56', and 60'
widths, on either 12" or 15" spacings. Other spacings may be available
on special request. For more information on the 8825, visit our web site
at: www.bourgault.com, or contact your local Bourgault dealer.
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NH3
Go Green with your Nitrogen
The Greenest Form of Commercial Nitrogen Fertilizer
Today’s marketplace is becoming more conscious of its impact on the environment. As a farmer, you consider yourself a
steward of the land. You know that sound agronomic decisions will be both profitable to you and preserve the land for your
future and your children’s future. These decisions include the form of nitrogen that you use. What goes into the making of
each form of nitrogen, how much energy is required for that pound of N?
If you were asked, “What is the greenest form of commercial nitrogen
fertilizer”, your most likely answer would be liquid nitrogen (28-0-0).
It is reported to be kinder to the seed in a one-pass application, and
is relatively safe in handling. But, when it comes to the amount of
energy required to produce and transport to the end user, which form
can be labelled the “greenest” form of nitrogen?
The table at right lists the amount on energy required to produce and
transport the nitrogen to the end user in megajoules per pound.
Going Green to Reduce Energy Consumption
If you operated a 1000 acre farm, you can reduce global energy
consumption by the equivalent of 21,700 liters (5730 US gallons) of
gasoline if you switched from dry urea to NH3, or 15,600 litres (4130
US gallons) switching from liquid nitrogen to anhydrous ammonia. The
energy requirements to produce and transport nitrogen is reflected in
the cost you pay, so explains why anhydrous ammonia is typically the
lowest price nitrogen source.
Go Green and Reduce Input Costs
Besides a way of life, farming is also a business. As a farmer you
continually strive to maximize revenue and minimize expenses. All
forms of commercial fertilizer will produce the same results because
at the end of the day, a pound of N... is a pound of N, no matter
what the form. Using the lowest priced form of nitrogen can save a
considerable amount on money for your farming operation.
If you operate a 5000 acre farm, annual nitrogen costs at your retailer
could vary by $45,500 depending on nitrogen source. Picking NH3 as
a nitrogen source can minimize your expenses. Naturally there many
other factors you must consider such as seasonal nitrogen pricing,
storage, transportation, application costs and availability. But if you
position yourself to use anhydrous ammonia in your one-pass seeding
operation, you can save input costs as well has help the environment.
Go Green with Bourgault Mid Row Banders
Bourgault MRBs® put farmers in a unique and advantageous position.
Only Mid Row Banders® allow you to safely seed in a single-pass without
danger of seed damage with any form of nitrogen fertilizer. In addition to
the environmental and financial benefits, Mid Row Bander® technology
will reduce draft for fuel savings, and minimize soil disturbance to
preserve the seedbed. Bourgault Mid Row Banders® can help you
improve your profitability and the environment.
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3310
PHD TM
The Superior Independent Seed Depth Seeding System
The 3310 PHD™ is the most advanced independent seed depth seeding system offered on the market. The 3310 PHD™
offers Bourgault standards such as: superior design, durable construction, guaranteed seed-to-fertilizer separation with
Mid Row Banders®, trouble-free operation, and low operating costs.
The Paralink™ opener assemblies move
independently of each other, providing precision
seed placement and consistent packing across
the width of the unit. The opener actuation
including trip and packing force is achieved with
a hydraulic cylinder on each assembly.
Draft
The 3310 is a fuel efficient system to seed with.
Producers comment on how they can reduce
fuel consumption during the seeding season.
Shawn Rapp of Tolley ND operated a 3310 demo
unit in his area in the spring of 2007. “We’re
pulling this 55-foot unit with a 9520 JD, and idling
the tractor back to 1650 – 1700 RPM. At this
time, we have seeded 1100 acres, and find it is
actually very economical to pull this drill.”
Seeding Speed & Field Finish
Several features of the 3310 allow farmers
to seed at higher speeds and still maintain
good seedbed integrity. The edge-on shank
incorporates a narrow profile, reducing soil
disruption. An optimal opener-to-packer
distance has been incorporated, to allow soil to
flow back into the seed row prior to the packer.
The real key is the combination of the narrow
seed opener and MRB®.
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Shawn & Lorne Mullen farm near Strathmore, AB.
The 2007 season was their first with the Bourgault
Paralink Hoe Drill. “With the 3310, we’ve increased
our seeding speed from 4-1/2 to 6 miles per hour
and the field finish is beautiful. The nicest field
finish we’ve had. We swathed Canola here this
week where we used two drills on the same field.
We were able to swath a mile an hour faster behind
the Bourgault Paralink Drill compared to the other
[hoe] drill.” (equipped with double-shoot side-band
openers)
Adjustable Packing Force
for swathing, not rough like some drills would
leave it. The coulters mounted across the front
row which help break things up a bit. We have
seeded a couple of damp fields with a lot of trash
and there’s no lumping. I was quite impressed
with the trash clearance.”
Consistency
One of the greatest features of the 3310 is seed
depth consistency. The ParalinkTM system is
designed to provide a balance between contourability and opener stability. The result is a system
which will provide consistent seeding regardless
of seedbed conditions.
The hydraulic configuration on the 3310 PHD™
efficiently utilizes the tractor’s hydraulic system to
Chris Federowich of Ashville MB seeds, along
adjust packing and trip force for the banding coulters with his father, own a 55' 3310 PHD™ configured
at 10" spacing and equipped with MRBs. “Most
and Paralink™ seed arm.
important feature of the 3310 is seed placement.
Ron Michel of St. Gregor, SK had the opportunity
When you set the 3310 at the depth you want,
to demo the 3310 this spring. “We didn’t require
you know every seed row is going at that depth.
a lot of packing pressure this year because of our
The emergence of our crops was nice and level.
moisture conditions. When seeding Canola, it was
I checked the field finish on one field where it is
beneficial to adjust the pressure from the cab.”
hilly, and it was coming up beautifully. We had
Superior Residue Flow
some rougher looking fields where conditions
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The Paralink seeding arrangement provides
were a bit muddy, and it still came up great. I do
excellent residue flow without compromising the
not have to worry about frame leveling or seeding
seedbed. When partnered with the optional Mid
depth after it’s set. It just works great.”
®
Row Banders , the 3310 will allow producers to
attain excellent seedbed finish in conditions that
would shut down other seeding systems. Eldon
Boon operates Rolling Ridge Farms Ltd. just outside
of Virden, MB. Eldon is the owner of a 48' 3310
configured at a 10" spacing. “Trash clearance is
excellent. This has more trash clearance than our
previous 5710 Bourgault drill, and it’s got a lot more
trash clearance than the previous independent
seed depth system we had. The field finish is
great, probably the nicest I’ve seen. It will be nice
NEW PRODUCT
65' & 75' Paralink™ Hoe Drills
A limited number of 65' and 75' models of the
3310 PHD™ drills will be produced this winter for
the spring 2008 season. These massive systems
are equipped with large 16.5 x 16.1 FI E dual
castor wheels on the main frame, with 13.5 x 15
FI F dual castor wheels on the front of inner and
outer wings. Farmers seeding with the 75' PHD
at 6 M.P.H. can achieve over 54 acres per hour!
THE TRUE PROVEN PERFORMER
MRBs
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Mid Row Banders
Mid Row Banders open a window of opportunities for Farmers looking to maximize their seeding investment.
Bourgault Mid Row Banders have revolutionized one-pass seeding in Western Canada and the American Mid
West. The MRB® system enabled farmers to seed and fertilize at the same time without compromising seedbed
quality to maintain seed and fertilizer separation. MRB® owners have benefited from this technology by growing
the best crops possible each and every year, while minimizing the input costs at seeding time.
Draft
Paradigm Shift in Fertilizer Placement
Seeding systems equipped with a narrow seed knife and coulter-style
MRBs® require less horsepower per foot than units equipped with
wider side-banding openers. Farmers benefit with a reduction of fuel
requirements at seeding time. The Bourgault MRB® seeding system
also disturbs less soil, resulting in less moisture loss, improved
fertilizer separation, and more consistent seed placement.
When side-banding was first introduced, nitrogen placed one inch
below and to the side of the seed was accepted as the ideal location for
adequate fertilizer separation from the seed. Today, research shows that
fertilizer placed one inch to the side and below the seed may be, in many
conditions, too close. Seed and fertilizer costs do not allow producers the
risk of using a seeding system that may impede the crops emergence.
Residue Clearance
Producers with MRB systems have greater flexibility in straw residue.
The cutting action of the MRBs mounted on the front of the frame
helps slice through straw, allowing the material to flow better around
the seed shanks. Less than ideal conditions will not slow down
farmers who use a Bourgault seeding system with MRBs.
Guaranteed Fertilizer Separation
Many distinct advantages are being confirmed by research showing
that the seed row receives the benefits of optimum placement of
nitrogen fertilizer when banded mid row, without the negative effects
that may be present with side-banded fertilizer. Mid row banding
nitrogen will guarantee fertilizer separation, greatly reducing the risk
of negative effects from fertilizer burn or salt effect. Side-banding
systems carry the inherent risk of both fertilizer burn and salt effect
due to the proximity of the seed and fertilizer rows. Studies have
shown that nitrogen fertilizer banded mid row reach the seed row in
the form of nitrate, the form best suited for plant growth, in as little as
two days.
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THE TRUE PROVEN PERFORMER
1200
Grain Cart - NEW PRODUCT
The Best Just Got Better
Bourgault is releasing the Model 1200 Grain Cart for 2008. The redesigned grain handling cart will transport 1200 bushels
of grain from the combine to the truck more efficiently than any other cart available.
Bourgault is releasing the Model 1200 Grain Cart for 2008. The
redesigned grain handling cart will transport 1200 bushels of grain from
the combines to the trucks more efficiently than any other cart available.
Just like the renowned Model 1100, the new Model 1200 features an
eight wheel undercarriage which can travel at 10 mph fully loaded. The
low maintenance double-walking action of the running gear allows the
operator to traverse rugged terrain with ease.
The turret-style unloading auger allows grain to be placed accurately
when cart to truck alignment is less than perfect. It also makes topping
off a load a manageable task. With a nearly horizontal turret unloading
auger, the operator also avoids the potential contact between the auger
housing and grain truck. The unloading auger retracts over the tank for
safe transportation.
Bourgault Plant Expansion
Positive changes in the agriculture market will spur the
industry forward to unprecedented levels of prosperity.
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BOURGAULT INDUSTRIES LTD.
Bourgault Industries Ltd. is working hard and investing in manufacturing capacity
to meet the growing demand for quality agricultural equipment.
Progress is continuing on Bourgault's five million dollar, 36,000 sq. ft. expansion
at its manufacturing facility in St. Brieux, Saskatchewan. This expansion will
help Bourgault improve manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and working
environment. The entire expansion is carefully planned by the Bourgault
manufacturing team so only value-added processes are implemented, ensuring
Bourgault customers are paying a reasonable price for high-quality equipment.
As well as a building expansion, Bourgault has established a number of benefits
and incentives that make the company an attractive and rewarding place to
work. Bill Glanville, Human Resources Leader, explains some of the benefits
of a career at Bourgault. “We have a principal based management system, an
industry leading pay structure which is tied to performance, productivity bonus
and company wide profit sharing. There is a full compliment of benefits ranging
from health & dental to weekly summer barbecues. At Bourgault the opportunity
for career growth and development is endless, it all depends on your desire to
achieve! A list of available positions are listed on our website under Information
– Careers.”