Dakota Introduces Redesigned 2006 Turf Tender Line

E. Grand Forks, MN, November 28, 2005 -- Dakota Peat & Equipment has introduced its totally redesigned Turf Tender product line for the 2006 model year. Designed with the operator in mind, the new Turf Tenders have fewer parts and are easier to use, adjust and maintain. The new features also give operators greater material handling control from the seat, providing safe, fast and easy adjustments during the job.

New to the 410, 412 and 414 Turf Tenders is an electric control box with digital readouts to give operators precise control over spreader settings. The 410 control box also features a Honda key start and throttle up switch for engine models. A new rear conveyor converts the 410 topdresser to a material handler and fits every mounted and pull type 410 model, regardless of year.

The 440 and 420 models have a new, more durable power chute that is electrically operated for greater control over material placement and easier, faster material handling. The side conveyor and floating box scraper offer great versatility for all types of golf course and sportsfield jobs.

Designed to handle wet or dry materials, the new Turf Tenders have been designed to spread a wide range of materials including sand, crumb rubber, gypsum, grass seed, compost and others. With its chemical resistant PVC belt, the Turf Tenders can safely spread fertilizer without damage to the belt. A new interactive calibration program allows the operator to spread materials accurately the first time without costly trial and error.

“The new topdressers are part of Dakota’s continuous improvement process,” said Randy Dufault, sales manager. “We believe that this is the first time a manufacturer in our industry has introduced equipment that is completely designed around the user. I think we addressed every issue that superintendents have been asking us for in the last few years.”

For more information on the new Turf Tenders or other Dakota products, please contact (800) 424-3443 or visit the company’s web site at www.dakotapeat.com.

Dakota Peat & Equipment, headquartered in E. Grand Forks, Minnesota is a world class manufacturer of equipment designed specifically for the golf course, sportsturf and landscape industries. Dakota products include topdressers, material handlers, blenders and soil movers. The company also mines, manufacturers and distributes high quality, organic peat and has a state-of-the-art, A2LA approved soil testing laboratory. This year, the company introduced its Model 90, remote-controlled Tree Transplanter.