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This section provides an overview for ditchers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 ditcher manufacturers and their company rankings.
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A ditcher is a large machine used for digging and creating trenches in the ground.
It is employed to remove surface excess water and create dry soil and fields. Ditchers are utilized for excavating trenches for drainage purposes or burying drainage pipes. There are two main types of ditchers for relatively shallow trenching: the plow type known as a "ditcher" and the rotary type.
For deeper trenching, a trencher is used. A trencher is a type of ditcher with a relatively narrow width that digs deep trenches. It can be classified into two types: conveyor-type and rotary-type, and it finds applications not only in agriculture but also in the construction sector.
Ditchers are used to remove surface excess water and create dry soil and fields. They are capable of digging in hard ground or soft rock.
By using a ditcher around autumn to create trenches, winter cold can penetrate deep into the ground, reducing overwintering pests and weeds, and resulting in effective pest control.
Having trenches facilitates faster melting of snowmelt water. Using the ditcher again before spring operations allows for more effective drainage.
Ditchers are machines used for digging trenches in paddy fields, fields, and construction sites for laying pipes or cables. Here, we will primarily introduce the advantages and disadvantages when used in agriculture.
By using a ditcher to dig trenches in the field borders and within plots, excess water on the surface and lateral percolation water in the soil can be collected and drained, drying the fields. This enables timely agricultural operations.
Moreover, avoiding waterlogging promotes healthy crop growth. Digging trenches directs water to lower positions, moving moisture away from crops.
Additionally, using a ditcher increases the surface area of soil exposed to air, allowing more oxygen to reach the soil's interior. The upturned soil, rich in air, can also draw nitrogen from the air into the soil. As a result, the soil becomes more nutrient-rich, which is another advantage.
Digging large stones is challenging and can be a cause of ditcher malfunctions, requiring careful attention. Even small stones have the potential to damage the ditcher.
In areas like mountainous regions or dried-up riverbeds, small stones are abundant in the soil. These stones, unlike small stones found in normal soil, are compacted and interlocked with each other, making it difficult for a ditcher to dislodge them. Attempting to pass through such areas forcefully can lead to strong impacts and be a cause of ditcher damage.
Ditchers can be broadly classified into conveyor-type and rotary-type.
Equipped with a thick chain in the front, which rotates to dig the soil. Depths can range from 15 cm to as deep as 45 cm. Hand-push models are common for conveyor-type ditchers, with a trench width of about 10 cm. The excavated soil is pushed to one side.
Attached to the rear of a tractor, the rotary-type ditcher operates while rotating. This allows the soil to be dug finely and thrown further. Adapted tractor horsepower ranges from 20 to 60 horsepower, accommodating both smaller and larger models.
The conveyor-type ditcher, being hand-push and maneuverable, is suitable for narrow spaces. It is often used in small fields and construction sites to cut trenches, making it particularly prevalent in construction.
The rotary-type ditcher, being tractor-mounted, is less maneuverable than the conveyor-type. However, it has higher horsepower and faster working speeds than the conveyor type, making it suitable for use in larger fields. Rotary-type ditchers are commonly used by farmers. Selecting an efficient ditcher based on specific usage conditions is crucial.
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AMCO Manufacturing Company, established in 1947 and headquartered in Yazoo City, Mississippi, USA, is a manufacturer of rugged farm equipment and water management tools. The company specializes in tillage tools and water management solutions and other products, including bedding hippers, disc harrows, and hydraulic toolbars. Its also provides 3-point hitch models, such as tandems, fold-overs, and lift offsets, catering to diverse farming needs. The company also offers repairing, replacement, and refunding services to customers if products fail to function within 30 days of purchase.
Land Pride, established in 1986 as a division of Great Plains Manufacturing Inc., operates under Kubota Corporation. It is an American company based in Salina, Kansas, specializing in tractor-mounted implements and attachments. The company is supported by several manufacturing facilities across central Kansas and has over 1,600 dealers throughout the United States. Land Pride produces various tools, including those for dirtworking and demolition, compact drills, and grooming mowers. It also manufactures attachments and implements for tractors made by Kubota Tractor Corporation, such as claw grapples, skid cutters, and rock grapples.
Loftness Manufacturing, established in 1956 and headquartered in Hector, Minnesota, United States, is an agricultural farming and small-farm equipment designer and manufacturer. The company's primary products include grain bagging equipment, fertilizer spreaders, and crop shredders designed for large-scale farming. Over time, the company has expanded its portfolio to include a vegetation management line that offers tools such as compact mechanical tree trimmers and various mulching attachments for use with skid steers and compact track loaders.
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