Company profile: Ventrac

By Alistair March 17, 2020 19:24 Updated

Golf course maintenance presents many unique challenges and, traditionally in the UK and Europe, we are used to using dedicated equipment for the varied maintenance regimes on our golf courses.

However, with the introduction into the UK of the Ventrac multi-purpose tractor, there is now a machine that can be used for a multitude of groundscare operations. With over 30 attachments, the Ventrac provides year-round solutions for any golf course.

In a class of its own, this innovative design combines all-wheel drive, an articulating frame and a powerful 25hp Kubota diesel engine providing unmatched stability and control to get a wide range of jobs done.

When it comes to turf compaction, Ventrac has the ideal solution. The AERA-vator is designed to vibrate and loosen the soil beneath the grass without destroying the turf. It creates a hole without bringing a core to the surface, leaving the turf ready for use immediately following aeration.

With a working width of 1.52 metres and a depth of 70 mm, the vibrating heads create six holes every 300 mm (66 holes per square metre) with the hole size regulated by the drive speed. The slower the forward speed of the Ventrac tractor unit, the larger the hole.

The tines can be replaced individually or by quickly changing the entire mounting heads, giving you the versatility required for efficient operation. The AERA-vator is built with Ventrac Mount System, allowing for easy attachment changes, and comes with a standard jack stand for easy mounting. An optional overseeding kit is available.

The all-wheel-drive compact utility 4500 is rated for slopes of up to 30 degrees and is capable of handling various turf conditions allowing you to aerate areas previously inaccessible with other aeration tools.