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RETROFIT PUMPCONTROLLERAND VALVE COMBINATIONA high-efficiency retrofit pump controller

and electronic butterfly-valve combinationthat fits most existing pump stations hasbeen introduced by Watertronics.Electronic controls automatically

sequence existing multiple pump systemsbased upon accurate flow/pressure trans-ducer inputs for smooth, economical, andreliable operation.The cost-effective retrofit system auto-

matically controls electronically actuated~alves for precise system-pressure regula-tion and surge dampening.WATERTRONICSCircle 185 on Postage Free Card

SEEDING MACHINES

Befco, Inc., has introduced four seedingmachines for tractors ranging from 18 to 80hp. The Green-Rite models I, II, III, and IVseeding machines have working widthsfrom 50 to 84 inches.The Green-Rite I is designed for one-

pass seedbed preparation, in workingwidths of 52, 68 and 84 inches. It comeswith a Till-Rite power harrow with a scarifierbar, a seed hopper with ground-drive sys-tem, large side shields, corrugated depth-control roller and heavy-duty shielded PTOwith shearpin safety.The Green-Rite II is a one-pass multi-

purpose overseeder and aerator in workingwidths of 50, 58 and 66 inches. The rotary-tiller-base machine has slicing blades withfour-inch spacing, and a four-speed gear-box. The fertilizer and seed hoppers have aground-drive system and heavy-dutyshielded PTO with slip-clutch safety.The Green-Rite III has a 58-inch working

width and is designed for use as an over-seeder with smaller garden tractors

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between 18 and 40 hp. The rotary-tiller-basemachine with fertilizer and seed hoppershas a corrugated depth-control roller,ground-drive system for hoppers, slicingblades with three-inch spacing and heavy-duty shielded PTO with a slip clutch.The Green-Rite IV is used as an aerator

in working widths of 58,66 and 74 inches.The rotary-tiller-base machine has a four-speed gearbox, and four-inch spacing foraerating, a heavy-duty shielded PTO withslip-clutch safety, adjustable side-mountedgauge wheels with smooth-rib turf tires, andthe option of a conventional tiller rotor forcomplete seedbed preparation.BEFCO, INC.Circle 181 on Postage Free Card

TURF UTILITY VEHICLE

A powerful, smoother-running version ofthe Multi-Pro turf utility vehicle, the Multi-Pro 418, is now available from Hahn, Inc.Equipped with a an 18-hp, twin-cylinder

Kohler magnum engine, the vehicle fea-tures a larger, quieter muffler system; lou-vered engine compartment panels; and aredesigned clutch.Attachments include a 160-gallon spray

system; computerized sprayer controller; 17-cu bic-foot-capacity pend u Ium-actionspreader; and a 1,500-pound-capacity util-ity bed.HAHN, INC.Circle 182 on Postage Free Card

WATER STATIONThe Kooler Aid Water Station by Stan-

dard Golf Company offers a cool and color-ful way to keep players refreshed while onthe fairway.The water station is enclosed in a rugged

steel mesh that makes dispensing easy andkeeps the cooler secure. The sturdy meshdiscourages players from opening the ves-sel to dip towels or clean balls. The long-lasting, thermo-coated powder finish is

available in white, yellow, red, brown,avocado or blue.The cooler, made by Igloo, is manufac-

tured of galvanized steel with a secure lid.The ten-gallon unit is designed for years ofuse. A metal cup dispenser and heavy-dutytripod stand are included in the water-station package. Color-coded litter caddiesare available for trash control.STANDARD GOLF COMPANYCircle 183 on Postage Free Card

IRRIGATION REMOTECONTROL·The TRC remote-irrigation control is a

four-watt, portable system that will convertany solid-state or electro-mechanical sprin-kler controller, regardless of manufacturer,to remote-control operation.The controller, developed by Remote

Control Technology, Inc., attaches to thesprinkler controller's terminal strip. It thenbypasses the mechanics of the controller,allowing remote operation of all valves fromup to one mile away.The system includes a transmitter,

receiver that operates 12 or 24 valves perconnection depending on the model, atransformer that serves as a battery chargerfor the transmitter or alternate power supplyfor the receiver, a carrying case with foaminsert, a quick-disconnect connector forquick temporary hookup to the terminalstrip, and a socket-head cap-screw key toopen and close the permanent connectorhousing.REMOTE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Circle 184 on Postage Free Card

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Mauget DistributorsProf. Tree Care & Injection5471 Lake Howell Rd, #179Winter Park, FL32792Central & South Florida

Mid Western Tree Experts7635 Michigan Road N,W.Indianapolis, IN 46268

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Forrest Lytle & Sons740 W. Galbraith RoadCincinnati, OH 45231

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Bradshaw Tree Service(Distributor Representative)

P.O Box 15430Tulsa, OK 74158

Eastern Oklahoma

Tree Inject Systems9505 High Street

Clarence Center, NY 14032New England, NY,PA

Grand Rapids Tree Co.310 Marion S,w.

Grand Rapids, MI 49504Michigan

Canadian ShadetreeService Ltd.

1540 Claire CrescentLachine, QuebecCan H8S 4E6Quebec

Scientific Tree Care1026 W. 8th Street

Panama City, FL32401North FL.South GA & AL

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Clayton, MO 63105St, Louis Area

Lanphear Supply Division1884 Green Road

Cleveland, OH 44121Ohio, W. VA

Micro Injections Inc.15108 Lake Magdalene Blvd.

Tampa, FL33618Central & South Florida

Farm and ForestResearch Ltd.

1476 Wallace Rd. Box 295Oakville, OntarioCan L6J 5A2Ontario

Poulson Tree Service2919 Jansma

Billings, MT 59101Montana

Warne Chemical Co.2680 Commerce RoadRapid City, SD 57702Western S, Dakota

Artistic Arborist Inc.706 W. MontecitoPhoenix, Al 85013»: NV & San Diego

Target Chemical Co.17710 Studebaker Rd.Cerritos, CA 90701

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Gem Spraying Service519 S, 100 East

Jerome, ID 83338Idaho

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Cole Tree Service1201 Entrada Bonita S.w.Albuquerque, NM 87105

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Hendersonville, NC 28793North & South Carolina

Pruett Tree Service550 SW Rosewood

Lake Oswego, OR 97034Washington, Oregon

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Fort Worth, 1)( 76108Northern Texas

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Liqul·Green Lawn &Tree Care

9601 North AllenPeoria, IL 61615

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Utah Spray Service8574 S, 7th EastSandy, UT84070

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Guardian Tree Experts12401 Parklawn DriveRockville, MD 20852

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Trees of Hawaii Inc.(Distributor Representative)

91-326 Kouhi StreetEwa Beach, HI 96706

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Tree ClinicPO Box 50179Austin, 1)( 78763Eastern Texas

Enfield Tree Service408 Park Road

Elkhorn, NE 68022ND, Eastern SD, NE, KS,MN,

Western OK, MO IA

D.H.D. Systems Inc.2467 S, 170th StreetNew Berlin, WI 53151

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Arbo Service Inc.25 Celtic Drive

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SOFT TENNIS SURFACEA unique surface consisting of a specially

formulated sand filtered into a grass-likecarpet of durable tufted Polyloom poly-propylene fibers has been developed bySportec International, Inc. Omnicourt tennissurface offers year-round playability withminimal maintenance.

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The synthetic court surface can beinstalled over any suitable subbase, includ-ing concrete and asphalt courts. The sur-face never cracks or peels.The court lines, made of the same

material as the court, are inlaid. Thiseliminates inconsistent ball bounce and anyneed to repaint. The use of sand on the sur-face also improves water drainage, which

allows for more playing time and less down-time due to inclement weather.The combination of sand and synthetic

fiber also creates a comfortable surface,cushioning muscles, joints, knees, legs andlower back.

SPORTEC INTERNATIONAL, INC.Circle 186 on Postage Free Card

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CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION, MAIN-TENANCEOver 25 years experience in all phases of

sports turf construction, renovation, drainage andmaintenance. We provide the expertise, equip-ment and materials for schools, parks, collegesand professional facilities. Help is just a phonecall away.Natural Athletic Turf Inc.11040 Buntrock Ave., Mequon, WI 53092Roy Zehren, (414) 242-5740

SPORTSFIELD DESIGNRENOVATION, CONSTRUCTIONWhatever your sport, whatever the level of play,

and wherever the location, Sportsfield, Inc., canprovide all the services required to meet yourneeds. Our team of experienced personnel candesign, renovate or construct your playing fields.Do it right the first time! Call or write for ourbrochure, PO Box 615, Blue Island, IL 60406,(312) 371-0917.

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AMS Plastics 0 ••••• 31Advanced Drainage Systems 31American Irrigation Repair. 0 ••• 0 •••• 28Barebo, Otterbi ne 11Big John Tree Transplanters 40Broadleaf Industries .. 0 •• 0 • 0 ••••••• 15Brouwer Turf Equipment Ltd 45Brown Mfg. Co 0 •••••••••••••• 39Buckner 5C.C. Bucket Forks 0 •• 0 •••••••••••••• 52Carson Industries 0 ••••••••••• 63Chempath Grid System 0 ••• 42Ciba-Geigy Corp 0 ••• 0 •• 6,7Cleary Chemical o' .. 0 ••••••••••••• 0 .2Conservation Technology. 0 •••••••• 26Cushman Div., OMC 0 .35Ditcher Saw, Inc 61Donuttrimmer Equip. Co 27Elanco Products Co 0 ••••••• 19Four Star Aqric, Products 0 •• 37GardenAmerica 0 •••••••••••••••••• 0 23Golf 2000 Corp 0 •••••• 0 ••••••••• 54Gravely 0 •••••• 43

Green Care International 0 •••••• 57Ground Hog 0 • 36Hinspergers Poly Industries 47Holland Aerway 0 •••• 38J.J. Mauget Co 0 •••••• 65John Deere 20,21Lasco ' 29Lely Pacific Corp 33Lesco Inc 0 ••••••• 0 •••• 68Line Ward Corp 0 ••••••• 0 •••• 0 •••••• 48Olathe Mfg. Co 0 •• 0 • 0 •••••••• 0 ••••• 24Pacific Sod 0 ••••••• 0 ••••• 0 •• 53Partac Peat Corp 0 •••••• 0 54Plastro Irrigation 0 •••• 62Rain Bird Sales 0 • 13Regal Chemical Co 49Rhone-Poulenc Ag. Co 0 ••••••••••••• 25Ronk Electric 56Seed Research of Oregon .. 0 ••••••• 0 67T.Ho Riley 0 ••••••••••••• 50Turf Drainage Co 34Valcon Irrigation 41Verti-Drain 54

"We planted the 12th holeon Singing Hills' WillowGlen Course to SR 1020two years ago, and itperformed admirably.What's really significantis that members keepasking what we'vedone to the 12th holethat makes it putt sowell! The memberslike SR 1020's perfor-mance from theplayers' point ofview; we like thattoo, but we alsovalue that we

haven't had to changeour normal greens maintenance

program to achieve the results."

David Fleming, C.G.C.S. ~0J\l~~ ~~O

Superintendent, Singing Hills Country ClubEIC~on, CA '