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The roller changing the way we transplant<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Among the optional features available on certain Checchi & Magli<\/strong>, transplanters, the FARMFLEX front roller<\/strong> is one that, once you\u2019ve tried it, you\u2019ll hardly ever want to take off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FARMFLEX technology stands out for several features that make it particularly well-suited for intensive horticulture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How does it work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Positioned at the front of the machine, the roller acts on the soil immediately before the transplanting units: it levels <\/strong>the soil, compacts <\/strong>the surface, and prepares the transplanting bed evenly<\/strong>, ensuring a constant working depth. The semi-hollow structure – neither inflated nor full – allows the rubber to deform with each rotation, adapting to the soil profile and absorbing shocks without transmitting them to the transplanter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Agronomic Benefits<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Optimal preparation of the transplant bed<\/strong>: the roller levels and compacts the soil in front of the planting units, improving the quality and uniformity of planting – which is essential for uniform establishment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Precise depth control<\/strong>: the rubber roller adapts to soil irregularities while maintaining a constant working depth, even on uneven surfaces or those with clods<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Excellent soil-seedling contact<\/strong>: compaction promotes adhesion between the seedling\u2019s root ball and the surrounding soil, accelerating vegetative growth<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Adaptability to all soil types:<\/strong> on light, sandy soils, it ensures excellent load-bearing capacity thanks to its large contact surface; on clay and moist soils, the tire\u2019s self-cleaning properties prevent soil buildup; on erosion-prone soils, the tracks it leaves reduce runoff<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Technical and Operational Advantages<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Natural self-cleaning<\/strong>: The deformation of the rubber with each rotation causes soil to detach; there is also a scraper that removes any residue from the roller<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 No punctures, no maintenance<\/strong>: The semi-hollow structure eliminates the risk of punctures typical of inflatable pneumatic rollers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Long service life<\/strong>: The fully closed structure prevents the buildup of dirt, stones, and plant debris inside; the rubber compound is specifically designed for intensive agricultural use and is resistant to stones, silica, and UV rays<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Mechanical protection<\/strong>: the rubber\u2019s shock-absorbing effect reduces impacts transferred to the bearings, frame, and transplanting units<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Rapid Shift<\/strong>: quick adjustment of plant spacing as standard<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Large-diameter roller<\/strong>: 520 mm\/20\u201d with widths available based on the number of transplanting rows<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For which models is it available?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The FARMFLEX roller has been tested and validated directly by Checchi & Magli on five models in the lineup:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TRIUM45<\/mark><\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Il top di gamma per velocit\u00e0 e precisione, ideale per colture con apparato fogliare sviluppato come pomodoro, tabacco, cavoli e finocchi. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interfila regolabile da min. 45 cm<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Produzione fino a 5.000\/7.000 piante\/ora per operatore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The top-of-the-line model for speed and precision, ideal for crops with a well-developed foliage system such as tomatoes, tobacco, cabbage, and fennel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adjustable row spacing min<\/strong>. 45 cm<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Production of up to 5,000\u20137,000 plants per hour per operator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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