When a pitch has reached the end of its' useful life and
needs to be replaced, the TurfMuncher lifts the turf, separates
the infill, and rolls up the turf in one process without
damage to the base. This allows for the turf and infill to be
recycled, re-purposed, or re-used.
The TurfMuncher's proprietary removal devices separate up
to 98% of the infill from the turf. The 2,400 mm discharge
height of the exit conveyor allows for the infill to be collected
in large bags, carts, or equipment buckets for bulk
storage or shipping. Due to the extremely high infill discharge
rate of up to 900 kg/min., the collection method and
moving logistics will affect the removal rate of the TM5000.
All working components of the TurfMuncher TM5000 are powered
by the self-contained 29.8 kw, 70 liters/min. mobile
hydraulic system. This provides suf cient power to remove
even the heaviest of synthetic turf systems. Easily accessible
speed controls enable the operator to adjust the speed
of the machine to compensate for all types of turf systems
and conditions. The 16 pneumatic tires support the machine
with a maximum pressure of 2.4 bar on the base
After the infill is removed, the empty turf is accumulated in
a tightly wound roll on the back of the machine. When the
desired amount of turf is rolled up, maximum diameter 900
mm, the roll is cut and doffed and a new roll is started. The
rolls of turf can easily be collected, loaded, and transported
for recycling or re-purposing.
Requirements for the use of TurfMuncher TM5000
- tractor with 25 to 30 HP with trailer ball or pin towing
attachment
- Drive mechanism should preferably be carried out by a
continous hydrostatic drive machanism or precision gear.
