Many landscape superintendents and sports turf managers have part of their job description of aligning fields for sporting events. Depending upon what part of the country you?EUR??,,????'???re located in, this could include baseball in the summer, football in the fall, soccer in the winter and lacrosse in the spring. You want to make sure your field is properly aligned and looking pristine. Below you can find a few options for preparing your ball field.

Manufacturer: Newstripe, Inc. Model No.: NewRider 2000 Engine and horsepower: 10hp Kohler, Electric start w/oil sentry Overall height, length and width: 44”h x 106”l x 57”w Weight: 950 lbs Paint Tank: 55 gallons Pump: Dual, 12v diaphragm pumps Features: Front & side mounted, 2”-6” Bi-directional spray heads; hydrostatic transaxle, variable speed, 0-5 mph; continuous paint agitation; dual, quick-clean in-line filters; garden hose purge system; foot operated spray control valve; chain and sprocket steering system; includes hand held gun with 12-foot hose. Attachments: Hitch allows towing of infield drags. Warranty: 18-Month, materials and workmanship. Cost: $9,950

 

Manufacturer: U.S. Specialty Coatings (Graco) Model No.: Linelazer IV 3900 with line driver Engine and horsepower: Honda 4.0 hp Overall height, length and width: 32w x 41h x 123l Weight: 458 lbs. Paint Tank: 5 gallon pail or 15 gallon hopper Pump: Graco airless Features: Airless spray machine, easy cleanup, low maintenance Attachments: Spray wand Warranty: 3 years Cost: $9,000+

Manufacturer: Tru Mark Athletic Field Markers Model No.: RS-500F Out-in-Front Rider Engine and horsepower: Briggs & Stratton 15 HP Overall height, length and width: 40?EUR??,,????'?? by 76?EUR??,,????'?? by 54?EUR??,,????'?? Weight: 825 lbs. Paint Tank: two 20-gallon tanks Pump: 12-volt diaphragm Shurflo pumps Features: The clutch/brake pedal is a dual use operation which allows for changes is shifting ranges on the go (while unit is in motion). There is a rubber covered wheel that will periodically need replacing which is of minimal cost and easily replaced with standard wrenches. Attachments: Standard set of 6 amp toggle switches which control the pumps and the striping operations. A proven floating paint shoe assembly which ensures a uniform crisp width line not matter the turf conditions. Warranty: 2 years ?EUR??,,????'??+ Cost: $6,545

Manufacturer: Trusco Mfg. Co. Model No.: 310N Trueline Striper Engine and horsepower: Manual Overall height, length and width: 40” H X 47” L X 27” W Weight: 112 lbs. Paint Tank: 10 gallon cylinder paint tank and 20 lb. CO2 cylinder Pump: Units can operate at 115 psi Features: Sprays up to 2 gallons per minute. Adjustable speed from 100 to 400 feet per minute, single or double line. Attachments: 4-inch spray box; light weight design makes it easy to maneuver with only one pressure adjustment; enclosed spray box eliminates overspray even on the windiest days and gives you a professional looking field. Warranty: 1 year on parts Cost: $1,495

Manufacturer: Beacon Athletics Model No.: Beacon Athletics Engine and horsepower: 3.5 HP engine Overall height, length and width: 38?EUR??,,????'?? by 54.4?EUR??,,????'?? by 23.5?EUR??,,????'?? Weight: 100 lbs. Paint Tank: 12-gallon SS tank with pressure gauge, safety relief valve, two in line filters. Pump: Oiless diaphragm with automatic pressure adjustment. Features: 10?EUR??,,????'?? by 4?EUR??,,????'?? pneumatic rear wheels.Attachments: Standard with 12 ft hose and spray gun attachment; 2-head single-line spray head. Warranty: 5-year limited warranty on tank rust through. One-year warranty on defective workmanship. Cost: $1,699

Manufacturer: Smithco Model No.: Super Liner Engine and horsepower: 13hp Briggs & Stratton Overall height, length and width: 36?EUR??,,????'?? by 74?EUR??,,????'?? by 44?EUR??,,????'?? Weight: 610 lbs. Paint Tank: 35 gallon steel compressed air tank Pump: Compressor – 12 volt air compressor Features: No more belts to slip and no more electric controls; all easy manual controls. Shorter wheel base with smaller 10-foot turning radius. Attachments: pistol grip spray gun with 24” extension and 12 foot hose for painting numbers and designs. Operator sulky is optional. Warranty: Lifetime on the compressor Cost: $11,000