Make your Profits Grow Fast with these Hydroseeders

By Jackie Bowler

In recent years, a new generation of low-cost hydroseeders has become available. Coupled with the simple process, fast green-up, high survival rates, rapid erosion control and precise application in difficult areas like slopes, hydroseeding can provide contractors with generous profit margins. This is why more contractors are buying their own equipment and promoting the service, as opposed to sub-contracting the job. Take a look at the following equipment- which could be an excellent investment to your company.

MS Sprayer

Model No.: HSR500
Engine: Honda gas engine, 11HP, manual or electric start, oil alert protection
Tank capacity: Polyethylene tank, 1915 l ?EUR??,,????'??? 500 gal.
Nozzles: 2 interchangeable nozzles of 10 to 20?EUR??,,????'??? spraying distance
Pump: 3?EUR??,,????'?? Cast iron centrifugal pump, direct drive, 300 gpm
Special Features: Manual hose reel including 150?EUR??,,????'??? of 1?EUR??,,????'????EUR??,,????'??? hose. Covering area of 6,500 sq. ft. with 150 lbs. of cellulose mulch
Warranty: 1-yr. engine, 1-yr. machine
Cost: $6,300

TurfMaker Corp.??????oe

Model No.: TurfMaker??????oe 430
Engine/HP: Kohler 12hp standard, options available
Weight: 1,500 lbs. empty/ 5,100 lbs. loaded
Tank Capacity: 430 gal.
Size: Skid Dimensions (footprint): 47?EUR??,,????'?? x 95-1/2?EUR??,,????'?? ; Overall Width, Length, Height: 56?EUR??,,????'??, 97?EUR??,,????'??, 55?EUR??,,????'??
Nozzles: Set of three fan nozzles for hose application
Pump: Double rotary gear, positive displacement
Accessories: 75?EUR??,,????'??? of 1-1/2?EUR??,,????'?? collapsible hose and Self Filling Clear Water Flush System are standard. Options include trailer, tower, auxiliary water tank, additional hoses and reels.
Special Features: Powerful direct drive, paddle blade mechanical agitation system and positive displacement gear pump make every TurfMaker??????oe capable of mixing and pumping premium slurries through hundreds of feet of hose with no fear of clogging. Optional auxiliary water tank increases capacity.
Warranty: 1-yr. limited
Cost: Basic Model 375 on sale for $6,450; Nicely Equipped Model 550 on sale for $10,995

Reddick Equipment Company Inc.

Model No.: RHS-500-VBT
Engine: 16hp Vanguard Briggs and Stratton
Tank capacity: 500 gal.
Nozzles: 65300 (65 degree #300), 65400 (65 degree #400), 0400 (zero degree #400)
Pump: Banjo 333PI16
Special Features: Square tubular frame, bale loading platform, large bale tray, running lights, convenient manifold fittings, dual bale jets, drain/cleanout valve, range 85 ft.
Warranty: 1-yr. on parts, pump, engine and manufacured parts. 3-yrs. on tank.
Cost: $9,647 List

Turbo Technologies, Inc.

Model No: HS-500-XPW Pull
Engine/HP: 18 HP Kohler Engine
Weight: 2400 lbs.
Tank Capacity: 550 gallons
Size: 93?EUR??,,????'?? W x 156?EUR??,,????'?? L x 84?EUR??,,????'?? H
Nozzles: Five
Pump: 4?EUR??,,????'?? x 4?EUR??,,????'?? 640 GPM
Accessories: Hose Reel Optional
Special Features: Poly tank with molded bale tray
Warranty: 2-yr. Engine, 1-yr. Overall
Cost: $9,895

TGMI, Inc.

Model No.: Aqua Mulcher 800
Engine/HP: 22 HP Electric Start
Weight: 2,990 lbs. Empty, 10,670 lbs. Full
Tank Capacity: 800 Working gal.
Nozzles: (1) Long Distance, (1) Fan/Wide
Pump: 2?EUR??,,????'?? Positive Displacement Gear Pump w/ Steel Gears
Accessories: 100?EUR??,,????'??? included, 300?EUR??,,????'??? pumping capacity
Special Features: Spraying Tower Standard Feature, Skid or Trailer Mounted
Warranty: 1-yr. Machine, 2-yrs. Engine
Cost: Approx. $11,500 ?EUR??,,????'??? $20,000

Hydro Terra

Model No.: H1000D
Engine: 35 hp diesel
Tank capacity: 1,000 gal.
Nozzles: 2?EUR??,,????'?? cannon on a tower
Pump: Cast iron commercial 4?EUR??,,????'?? high volume
Special Features: Hydro Terra agitation with its unique design of internal volume mixing, allows for continuous spraying and agitation.
Warranty: 3-yrs. engine, all other components 1-yr.
Cost: $14,500 with trailer, tower and cannon

Easy Lawn, Inc.

Model No.: C95 Trailer
Engine/HP: 50hp Diesel
Weight: Empty 7180 lbs.
Tank Capacity: 1050 gal.
Size: 900 gal. Working
Nozzles: 4 Turret / 3 Hoses
Pump: Cast Iron Centrifugal w/hardened impeller 150 GPM at 100 PSI
Accessories: Electric Reel ?EUR??,,????'??? Stainless Steel Flush Tank
Special Features: Stainless Steel Tank ?EUR??,,????'??? All Hydraulic Drive ?EUR??,,????'??? SS Mulch Grinder ?EUR??,,????'??? SS Bale Breaker
Warranty: 1 Yr. / 2 Yr. Engine
Cost: $32,995

Bowie

Model No.: Imperial 3000
Engine HP: 140 John Deere
Engine Model: 4045T
Warranty: Machine 1-yr. / Engine 2-yrs.
Pump: MCM Centrifugal
Cost: $50,000

Pik Rite Inc.

Model No.: Eden 750
Engine / HP: 25hp Subaru
Weight: 12,000 lbs. Capacity
Tank Capacity: 750 gal.
Size: 6?EUR??,,????'??? wide X 16?EUR??,,????'??? 4?EUR??,,????'??
Nozzles: 1 1/2?EUR??,,????'?? piping to Turrett w/ 1/2?EUR??,,????'?? nozzle, & wide two spray nozzles
Pump: 3???1 1/2?EUR??,,????'?? Centrifugal
Accessories: Mechanical Adgetation, Fresh Water Tank, Toolboxes, Tool Trays, remote hose reel
Special Features: Fully Hydraulic, direct drive, easy to use, extra storage in boxes and tool trays
Warranty: 2-yrs.
Cost: $24,900

Kincaid Equipment Manufacturing

Model No.: 1200 Pro
Engine / HP: 98hp Turbo Charged Kubota
Weight: 9,000 lbs.
Tank Capacity: 1200 gal.
Nozzles: Wide fan, Narrow fan, Distance
Pump: 200 gal. /mn Vortex
Accessories: 100gl flush tank, Hydraulic reel
Special Features: Highest horsepower in the industry, Furthest spraying distance in the industry
Warranty: 1-yr. Parts and labor, 2-yr. or 2,000 hrs. Engine
Cost: $38,000

Finn Corporation

Model No.: T400 HydroSeeder??????oe
Engine/HP: John Deere 4045T Tier II compliant, 115 hp Turbo Diesel
Weight: Empty: 10,436 lbs. / Working: 44,000 lbs.
Tank Capacity: Liquid: 3,975 gal. / Working: 3,600 gal.
Size: 23?EUR??,,????'???7?EUR??,,????'?? L x 7?EUR??,,????'???6?EUR??,,????'?? W x 8?EUR??,,????'???11?EUR??,,????'?? H
Nozzles: Set of 6: (2) narrow fan, (2) wide fan, (2) long distance
Pump: Centrifugal 5?EUR??,,????'?? x 2-1/2?EUR??,,????'?? 400gpm@130psi, 1?EUR??,,????'?? solid clearance
Accessories: Deluxe Hydraulic Hose Reel Package, Dust Control and Watering Options, Air Flush System, Third Agitator Option, Truck Mounting, and other options avail.
Special Features: Up to 230 ft. discharge distance from tower; independently controlled pump/agitator operation; twin mechanical paddle agitation; liquid recirculation; hefty hydraulic system; standard ground level controls; convenient discharge boom; engine control panel integrated into the discharge boom
Warranty: Machine: 1-yr. or 1200 hrs. / Engine: 2-yrs.
Cost: Starts at $65,000

Power Points

1,500 to 2,300: Pounds per acre, the typical application rate by hydroseeders for most mulches.

5 to 10:Percent. Most authorities agree that germination is better when seeds are applied first with 5 to 10% of the mulching fiber ?EUR??,,????'??+ the balance at the mulch being applied separately as a second step. Source: Seedland.com