Description
| Name | Beams and spacing | Frame | Hitching | Modules | Extensions | Working width | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STS 304 | 1 | Fixed | Cat.3 | 4 | 300 | 675 | |
| STS 306 | 1 | Fixed | Cat.3 | 6 | 300 | 870 | |
| STT 456 | 2 spacing 120 | Telescopic | Cat.3 | 6 | 2 | 450 | 1105 |
| STS 304 RH | 1 | Fixed | Cat.3 | 4 | 300 | 930 | |
| STS 306 RH | 1 | Fixed | Cat.3 | 6 | 300 | 1125 | |
| STT 456 RH | 2 spacing 120 | Telescopic | Cat.3 | 6 | 2 | 450 | 1300 |
Originally from the USA and Canada, the Strip Till is increasingly popular in France. At Actisol we develop machinery that can be used for this method.
What is strip till?
Strip Till is a farming technique It appeared in France less than ten years ago and is a primary tillage work method.
The basic principle is to only till the seed row before the seeder passes. Suitable for all row crops, , it involves preparing the seedbed in the residue of the previous crop or plant cover. Machinery equipped with discs passes over the land and opens several furrows 10 to 25 cm wide and 5 to 25 cm deep. Plant debris is left in between the rows to create mulch.
What are the benefits of the strip till method?
The strip till method has many benefits. First of all, it limits the number of times machinery passes over the plots, reducing the risk of compaction.
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This technique preserves the soil moisture necessary for the emergence of seedlings and prevents leaching thanks to the residue between the rows. The latter hinders the germination of weeds while limiting erosion and maintaining the bearing capacity of the soil. Crops sown using the strip till method seed faster and have better root development.
Working on precise lines allows localised fertilising, reducing quantities. This represents significant savings, furthered by lower fuel consumption, which is reduced by surface tillage.
In conclusion, by working without disturbing the horizons or dissolving organic matter, while reducing workload, compaction, and fossil fuel consumption, Strip Till respects the life of the soil and is in line with soil conservation farming.
An effective method in all seasons
The best season for using the strip till method mainly depends on the soil type of the plots. As the method only requires one pass, you must check certain conditions. Soil must be dry or there will be a risk of smoothing.
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For soil containing a lot of clay, it is better to use the machinery in autumn or winter. Light soils (limestone clay, sand, loamy, etc.) can be worked in the spring.
Strip Till working speed, when not used with another tool, varies between 8 and 12 kph.
Strip Sol: the Strip Till method by Actisol
Actisol has developed a piece of machinery called Strip Sol that can be used in combination with the fine and fluid teeth of the Actimixt or the Spass. Upstream, the teeth crack the ground vertically and horizontally through shock waves.
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How our equipment works
The Actisol Strip Till comprises a cracker fitted with opener discs which cut the vegetation, opening the way for the tooth and avoiding a rake effect. It limits pulling, promoting a clean seed line.
The tooth carries out cracking work promoting deep root development for the future seed, while maintaining a good structure without disrupting the horizons.
Behind the cracker, the Strip Sol units are completely independent and press the seeding line thanks to a pneumatic wheel system essential for lifting regularity.
Behind the wheels, waved discs work the seed line to create an optimal seedbed. Mounted on a parallelogram, these two components feature asymmetrical pressure adjustment with height adjustment for the press wheels and the discs which also feature swivel adjustment.
The reduced overhang of this piece of farm machinery allows a seeder to be hitched to it. Parallelogram lifting reduces the overall size, making transport and manoeuvring safer.
Choose Actisol for your strip till
Thanks to its design tailored to the needs of a strip till method and supported by Actisol’s recognised expertise, our Strip Sol is the essential piece of machinery for all-round work on your soil while respecting it.
Please contact our team if you would like more information on our solutions before choosing one of our products.