Lemken introduces the integrated FlexPack furrow press for the Diamant 18 semi-mounted plough, thus extending its ploughing range for both dry and stony soils. The 6- to 8-furrow Diamant 18 semi-mounted plough can be combined with a directly mounted furrow press as standard.
To make the combination of the Diamant and FlexPack technically possible in the in-furrow version, the design of the transport wheel was changed and the wheel was moved behind the base frame with the introduction of the Diamant 18. This new position of the wheel provides a low center of gravity, reducing torsional loads and ensuring high tipping stability at the headland, smooth running on the road and low loads on the wheel arm. The rearmost plough body therefore maintains the set working depth, even in hilly terrain, producing an even ploughing result regardless of the topography.
Immediate reconsolidation of the turned soil is crucial to reduce evaporation and soil erosion, especially in dry conditions. Crumbling of the soil and seedbed preparation additionally ensure good seed-to-soil contact for the subsequent sowing. The FlexPack, which runs parallel to the plough frame, achieves consistent reconsolidation at any working width setting, with no overlaps or unworked areas.
This new combination offers advantages not only to large farms with extensive fields, but also to sizeable businesses in regions with smaller field structures, as there is no need to couple or uncouple the furrow press, or to transport it separately with an additional tractor driver. This is particularly relevant where drivers need to cover long distances between fields or switch between fields frequently. Seed can be drilled directly after ploughing. In times of staff shortages and high efficiency requirements, this significantly increases efficacy.
In addition to its own weight, the FlexPack furrow press can be hydraulically pressurized and thus adapted to different soil conditions. It can also be used together with the OptiStone hydraulic overload protection system on the plough, making it suitable for stony conditions. To help avoid stones, each pair of rings is suspended individually from spring steel elements.
