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www.valmar.com
Granular Application Equipment Specialists
Fertilizer, Seed, Herbicide, Insecticide, Inoculant and Forage Preservative
7600 | Pull-type
5500 | Pull-type
245 | Pull-type
ST-6 and 1665 | row crop
455 | Forage
1255 | Pull-Type
55 series | implement mount
Table of Contents
Contents
Innovators
in Application
Technology
for Agriculture
Valmar Airflo Inc. designs and manufactures granular
applicators for fertilizer, herbicide, insecticide, seed, seed
inoculant and forage preservatives. Our products are used
by farm producers, commercial operators and agriculture
research specialists.
There are 35 people employed in research and development,
engineering, production and the sales department providing
Airflo 7600 Pull-Type Fertilizer Spreader
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Airflo 5500 Pull-Type Fertilizer Spreader
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55 Series Implement Mount Granular Applicators for Herbicides and Seeds
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quality products and service for the market place. We also
use independent factory representatives to help market our
products throughout Canada and the United States.
Our market has traditionally covered the Canadian prairie
provinces and the northern wheat growing regions of the
United States. It has now grown to include applications in
245 Pull-Type Granular Applicator for Herbicides and Seeds
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orchards, blueberries, potatoes, ginseng, forage crops (both
in the field and at harvest) cranberries, golf courses and
ST-6 Strip Till Granular Fertilizer Applicator
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455 Granular Forage Preservative Applicator
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agricultural polymers to name a few.
The company was founded in 1977 by Charles Balmer, who
was the principal designer and innovator of Valmar products.
Both, the company and the product line evolved from a
1255 Pull-Type Inter-Row Banding or Broadcast Applicator
for Fertilizer, Seeds, Herbicides and Insecticides
custom application business he operated in the mid-1970’s.
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The current facilities include a 30,000 sq. ft. manufacturing
plant and a 12,000 sq. ft. research and development
1665 Air Seeder Mount Inoculant Applicator
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building on 12 acres. Valmar Airflo Inc. was incorporated
1665 Row-Crop Applicator and Inter-Row Seeder
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In addition to the regular product line, Valmar has designed
in 1982.
airflow applicators and high clearance self-propelled sprayers
that have been manufactured and sold under license by
companies such as Ag Chem, LOR* AL and Willmar.
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airflo 7600
Airflo 7600
Pull-type fertilizer Spreader
Delivering Greater Capacity and Flexibility
in a Commercial Pull-Type Spreader
Cover More Acres in Less Time
Accurate Metering System
Spread More Product Between Fills
Designed to meet the needs of large commercial operations,
The Airflo 7600 precise rate is a result of the ground driven
The 7600’s extra large 230 cu. ft. hopper can carry up to
the Valmar Airflo 7600 is a high capacity pull-type spreader
metering system that automatically adjusts on the go to
seven tons of product. With a capacity like that you’ll be
that delivers the highest rates of application currently available
ensure a uniform application rate regardless of ground speed.
able to cover more acres between fills. The hopper itself
in a commercial spreader. Thanks to its advanced design the
The hydraulically engaged metering system is based on a 30
is constructed of corrosion resistant painted 409 stainless
Airflo 7600 delivers rates as high as 1000 lb./acre at 8 MPH.,
setting oil bath gearbox combined with a two speed gear
steel and comes with a roll tarp installed.
allowing you to finish large jobs faster than ever before. Best
ratio to allow 60 settings that can be adjusted in increments
of all, it’s from Valmar, which means that you know it contains
of seven percent. This allows you to select from more settings
only thoroughly tested and proven technology and is rugged
at closer increments, a feature that translates into more
enough to withstand the rigours of commercial operations.
control over your application rate for substantial savings in
fertilizer costs.
The 7600 can also be equipped with a hydraulic drive metering
system for those using Variable Rate Technology (V.R.T.).
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Airflo 7600
Pull-type fertilizer Spreader (Continued)
Choose Boom Width to Match Your Needs
The Valmar 7600 comes with a standard 60 ft. boom, but
can also be equipped with optional boom widths of 54 ft.
or 57 ft., allowing you to match boom width to your crop
requirements. Booms are hydraulically folded and feature a
hydraulic shut-off on the right boom to allow application on
the left side only. All booms are equipped with rubber torsion
boom suspension (which do not require any service and reduce
friction, bouncing and wear) and manual folding, break away
tips to minimize damage that may occur from striking
obstacles in the field.
Metering drive wheel is hydraulically operated.
Ideal for Row Crop Farming
Originally designed to meet the needs of row crop farmers, the
7600 features axles which can be adjusted from 72 in. to 120 in.
Rubber torsion boom suspension.
to accommodate most row spacings. In addition, the 7600 can be
equipped with optional tire sizes to achieve greater flotation or
narrower tracking depending on your operation.
The 1000 RPM PTO powers
the fan which provides airflow
for uniform application.
The direct drive hydraulic
motor fan requires 35 GPM.
Durable and Easy to Maintain
The 7600 includes a number of important features that
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provide for increased durability and easier maintenance.
For long life, the hopper and booms are manufactured from
Reversible gear ratios double the available settings on the
metering gearbox.
stainless steel. There is easy access to all mechanical parts
High Capacity PTO or Hydraulic Driven Fan
of the unit is easier thanks to funnel trays that are inserted
Designed and engineered by Valmar, this fan has field proven
under the metering system for easy collection of material.
history on the Air Max. With an operating speed of 4700 RPM
the fan’s airflow feeds through a 9 in. outlet direct to a
two-piece manifold. Important features include a 17 in. fan
impeller with plastic impeller blades and a four band fan belt
with tightener. The standard fan drive is a 1000 RPM, 13 ⁄ 8 in.,
21T spline drive shaft. An optional 20T, 13 ⁄4 in. yoke with bridge
including the manifold. Finally, calibration and emptying
The manifold can be
easily removed and
a funnel tray inserted
for collecting
material when
calibrating or
emptying the
hopper.
1 The optional second metering system features electrically
engaged clutches for operation of either boom (left, right
or both booms).
2 The unit comes standard with a hydraulically engaged
mechanical clutch to shut off the conveyor chain feeding the
right boom.
Dimensions
is available for those requiring a larger driveline. Valmar offers
an optional hydraulic driven fan drive. This option requires
35 gal./min. hydraulic flow operating at 2225 PSI which is
within the capability of some of today’s higher capacity tractors.
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Special Report
Granular AiRflow
technology delivers
higher yields
Go to www.valmar.com
Airflo 7600
Airflo 7600 Specifications
Hopper
■230 cu. ft. (200 cu. ft. and 30 cu. ft. if second metering
system is used)
■4 09 stainless steel with 2 component epoxy primer and
2 component cross linked acrylic top coat paint system
■ Roll tarp installed
Booms
■ 60 ft, 57 ft. or 54 ft. spread width
■ Rubber torsion boom suspension
■ 304 stainless steel construction
■ Break away tips
■ 3 in. diameter tubes (6 per side)
■ 2 deflectors per tube
Metering
■ (2) 12 in., stainless steel conveyor chains
■ 15:1 final drive gearbox ratio
■ Ground drive metering
One way clutch allows you to back up with metering drive engaged
1.5 ratio gearbox equipped with reversible gears provides an
additional 2X gear range
30 speed gearbox with 7% between settings
Oil bath gearboxes
■ Hydraulic metering drive options
A basic drive supplied with hydraulic motor only for completion
by customer with system of their choice. Does not include radar,
servo valve, encoders, controller/monitor, cables etc.
A Rawson AccuRate® Drive complete with hydraulic lines that
is compatible with many of today’s GPS systems
A complete Raven System such as Viper Pro ®, Envizio Pro®
or SCS 660 ®
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When boom reaches transport position a sequencer valve
activates the cylinder to lock boom in place for transport.
The 30 speed metering box allows seven percent increments
between rate adjustments.
Easy to Operate
Valmar 7600 are hydraulically controlled from the cab through
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the use of three separate hydraulic lines (4 lines with optional
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hydraulic fan drive). For example, the booms are folded, unfolded
and locked hydraulically (through the use of a sequencer valve)
Also, the metering drive wheel is engaged or disengaged
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Designed for easy use, all important field operations on the
allowing quick and easy transition to and from transport position.
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Raven Metering Drive.
Rawson Metering Drive.
Fan
■ 17 in. impeller operates at 4700 RPM
■ 9 in. outlet
■ PTO fan drive
1000 RPM CV, 13 ⁄ 8 in. 21 spline driveline
1.5 ratio PTO gearbox
4 band belt with tightener
14:4.5 pulley ratio
■ Optional hydraulic fan drive
28 CC motor, direct drive
Requires 35 GPM operating at 2225 PSI
38.5 in. water column manifold pressure
¾ in. hydraulic lines
¾ in. couplers recommended
Case drain required
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hydraulically and comes equipped with a lockout valve to ensure
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ongoing positive engagement. Finally, half width application is
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possible thanks to a hydraulically operated half shut-off clutch
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system that comes equipped with a pressure relief valve for
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trouble free operation.
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Options
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Options
Hydraulics
■ 3 outlets required to operate standard functions
Boom fold and lock
Engage metering drive wheel
Operate half shut off on right boom
Requires additional remotes for optional hydraulic
drives for fan and metering
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Second Metering System
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Apply herbicide, seed or micro-nutrients at the same time as
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you apply fertilizer with the addition of this second metering
Chassis
■ 72-120 in. adjustable axle
■ Single 3.5 in. axle with 10 bolt hub
■12.4-38 (320/85), 23.1-26 R1 or R3, 28L-26 (750/65) R1
tire sizes available
system. By adjusting the built-in hopper panel, you can create
two separate hoppers. It comes with its own 60 speed ground
driven gearbox (adjusts in five percent increments), two 12 in.
28 groove (red) rollers, electric control box and electrically
operated clutches which allow in-cab half shut-off of either boom.
Its 30 cu. ft. hopper can hold up to 1450 lb. of product at a
60 speed metering gearbox.
density of 45 lb. per cu. ft., and comes equipped with convenient
hopper bottom slide gates to allow rollers to be easily removed
Second Metering System
■3 0 cu. ft. hopper (moveable panel allows you to utilize
either entire 230 cu. ft. hopper or 30 cu. ft./200 cu. ft. split)
■ (2) 12 in., 28 groove metering rollers
■ 60 speed metering gearbox with 5% between settings
■ In-cab electric clutch control with 1⁄2 shut off on either side
Dimensions/Shipping Information
■ Total weight 7000 lb.
Transport: Hitch 1040 lb., Axle 5960 lb.
F ield: Hitch 1360 lb., Axle 5640 lb.
9 ft. 10 in. Transport width
11 ft. 6 in. Transport height
for cleaning or inspection without draining product from hopper.
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Note: An optional 12 groove roller is available for the
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application of coarser materials.
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Foam Markers
Simpson SKS foam markers are available.
Hopper Screen Assembly
Keeps out foreign material.
Built-in hopper panel can be adjusted making two separate
hoppers as shown.
Go to www.valmar.com for more product information,
specific dimensions and calibration charts.
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airflo 5500
Pull-type Fertilizer Spreader
Achieve
Superior
Accuracy
and Uniform
Place­ment
Over Entire
Width of
Boom
Stainless Steel Booms
Apply Herbicides or Small Seeds
Hydraulic Fan Drive
Designed for commercial rental operations, Valmar’s 5500
With an optional kit, the 5500 PT can accurately apply small
Valmar offers an optional hydraulic fan drive. This option uses
Pull-Type self levelling booms feature extra strong all stainless
seeds or herbicide at low rates, something that is not possible
a belt drive with a 32 CC hydraulic motor requiring 23 gal./min.
steel construction with break-away boom tips for added
with a spinner type spreader. The kit consists of two, 28
hydraulic flow operating at 1885 PSI which is within the
protection. The standard unit comes with a 40 ft. boom, while
groove metering rollers and a fan intake reducer.
capability of many of today’s higher capacity tractors.
the Row Crop uses a 36 ft. boom. An optional kit is available
to extend the Row Crop boom to 38 ft. The booms fold manually.
Ideal for Row Crop Application
1000 RPM P.T.O. Fan Drive
Row Crop unit is equipped with narrow tires and a 36 ft. boom
The 5500 PT fan is driven by a 1000 RPM power take off
system. The constant velocity drive shaft is 1 ⁄8 in. diameter
Tandem walking beam axles are standard on both models. The
for application in 36 in. rows.
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21 spline and is equipped with an over-running clutch to
prevent damage from sudden disengagement of the tractor
Optional Marking Systems
Select from a mechanical disc marker or a Simpson SKS
PTO system. An optional 1 ⁄4 in. 20 spline shaft is available.
foam marker.
Ground Driven Metering System
Roll Tarp Included
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A hydraulically engaged metering system provides consistent
application rates regardless of ground speed. Either side can
be manually disengaged for 1⁄2 width application.
Extremely Accurate Metering Gearbox
The mechanical gearbox uses 60 different gear ratios for
All 5500 Pull-Types come with roll tarp installed.
Optional Hopper Screen
Keeps out foreign material.
Hydraulic Drive Options
metering rates at 5% increments. Rates as low as 4 lb./acre
Hydraulic Drive Metering
for herbicide application and as high as 400 lb.s. of fertilizer/
A complete Rawson or Raven system can be supplied for
acre at 5 MPH. A bulk density scale is supplied to help match
customers interested in variable rate applications. Or a basic
your fertilizer blend to the application rate charts.
drive can be installed including a hydraulic motor only, for the
Hydraulic Drive Metering
The 5500 PT metering can be adapted for hydraulic drive for
V.R.T. applications.
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Hydraulic drive metering.
customer to complete with a system of their choice. Does not
include radar, servo valve, encoders, controller/monitor,
cables etc.
Hydraulic fan drive.
Airflo 5500
Airflo 5500 Pull-Type Specifications
Hopper
■ 170 cu. ft.
■1 piece, 409 stainless steel construction with 2 component epoxy
primer and 2 component cross linked acrylic top coat paint system
■ Hopper bottom shut-off slide panels
■ Roll tarp installed
Booms
■ Available in 40 ft. or 36 ft. spread
■ 304 stainless steel construction
■ Break away boom tips
■ 2.5 in. diameter tubes
■ 6 Deflectors per side
■ Manual fold
■ Self levelling
Metering System
■ 304 stainless metering bottoms with 6 outlets per side
■ 304 stainless steel, self cleaning metering rollers
■ Manual half width shut-off on either side
■Rates up to 500 lb./acre at 5 MPH down to 5 lb./acre with
optional small seed and herbicide kit
■ Ground drive
Hydraulically engaged
60 speed gearbox with 5% between settings
■ Hydraulic metering drive options
A basic drive supplied with hydraulic motor only for completion
by customer with system of their choice – does not include
radar, servo valve, encoders, controller/monitor, cables etc.
A Rawson AccuRate® Drive complete with hydraulic lines that
is compatible with many of today’s GPS systems
A complete Raven System such as Viper Pro ®, Envizio Pro®
or SCS 660 ®
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Available with single axle and flotation tires and hydraulic fan drive.
Fan
■ 20 in. impeller
■ 2-5 in. fan outlets
■ PTO fan drive
1000 RPM CV driveline, 13 ⁄ 8 in. – 21T spline
19:4.12 pulley drive ratio
4 band belt with spring loaded idler tensioner
■ Optional hydraulic fan drive
32 CC motor requires 23 GPM operating at 1885 PSI
¾ in. hydraulic lines
¾ in. couplers recommended
30 in. water column manifold pressure
Case drain required
6.9:4.12 pulley drive ratio
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28 groove roller segments.
Herbicide and small seed, 28 groove metering roller.
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Hydraulics
■ Requires 1 remote to engage metering system
■ Requires 2nd remote for optional hydraulic boom fold
■Requires additional remotes for optional hydraulic drives
for fan and/or metering
Chassis
■ Tandem walking beam
Adjustable axle width with available tires:
16.5L x 16.1 (81-99 in.) or 9.00 x 20 (72-90 in.)
2.5 in. axles with 6 bolt hubs
■ Single axle
550/60-22.5 tires/12 ply at 90 in. center to center
Tire Dimensions – width 550 mm (21.7 in.)/OD –
1238 mm (48.7 in.)
2.75 in. axles with 8 bolt hubs
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Row crop tires (9.00 x 20) on tandem axle.
Optional hopper screen keeps out foreign material.
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Single Axle Option
Options
■Herbicide kit includes 1 set of 28 groove metering rollers and
fan intake reducer for metering finer products and lower rates
■ Foam or disc marking systems
■ Extension kit to extend 36 ft. boom to a 38 ft. spread
■ Hydraulic boom fold
■ Hopper screen assembly
Features a single axle with 12 ply, 550/60-22.5 flotation
tires at 90 in. center to center. Avoids the skidding associated
with tandem axles when turning.
Special Report
Granular AiRflow
technology delivers
higher yields
Go to www.valmar.com
Dimensions/Shipping Information
■ Height: 8 ft. 6 in.
■ Width: 8 ft. 6 in. (9 ft. 2 in. with single axle)
■ Length: 17 ft. 3 in.
■ Weight: 4360 lb.
60 speed metering gearbox drives the 12 groove stainless steel
fertilizer rollers.
Go to www.valmar.com for more product information,
specific dimensions and calibration charts.
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55 Series Implement Mount granular applicators
for herbicides and seeds
Versatile, Accurate and Durable
A Better Applicator Through Better Design
air flow is maintained for even product distribution. Finally, a
Whether you’re seeding or applying herbicides, a Valmar
warning light and buzzer are included on the in-cab control unit
55 Series Implement Mount Applicator is designed to deliver
to alert the operator of any problem with the air supply.
unparalleled accuracy under a wide variety of ground conditions.
Its rugged construction is sturdy enough to withstand the rigours
of commercial use. With this level of built in durability it is the
right choice for your farm operation. Moreover, it incorporates
a number of innovative features designed to make granular
Easy Calibration
Calibrating an applicator is necessary to ensure proper flow
rates, especially when determining the settings for new
products or various sizes of seed and seed mixtures. The 55
application easier, safer and more precise than ever before.
Series Applicators make this process easier by allowing the
Accurate Metering System
tray can be inserted for easy collection of product. Use the
The 55 Valmar Series Applicators achieve their accuracy thanks
crank handle to simulate ground travel and establish precise
to a ground driven metering system that ensures an accurate
calibration of any product. This also makes emptying the
application rate regardless of ground speed. They use a 60
hopper an easy and safe procedure.
speed gearbox that allows the application rate to be increased
or decreased in increments of 5%. Drive ratio changes can be
made at the gearbox, eliminating the need to move chains
and realign sprockets. For cropping conditions that require a
rate change on the go, an optional Alternate Rate Kit can be
added to allow an instantaneous rate change. Or, by installing
a hydraulic drive system such as the Rawson AccuRate® you
can eliminate the ground drive and be ready for use with most
venturi and manifold system to be dropped so that a funnel
Easy Maintenance and Cleaning
The 55 Series Applicators feature a number of innovations
that make maintenance and cleaning easier. Perhaps most
important is the location of the hopper shaft outside the
hopper which keeps product away from the bearings and
allows them to be serviced even with a full hopper. The
outside shaft provides the added benefit of enabling the
GPS or Variable Rate systems
electric clutch installation to allow half width application on
Features For Easier Operation
A convenient hopper bottom slide gate enables the rollers to
A handy sight gauge on the 55 Series Applicators allows you
be removed for servicing or cleaning without draining product
to visually check the product level in the hopper. The 55 Series
from the hopper.
also features a manifold pressure gauge to ensure an adequate
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either side of the implement (not available on the 1655).
Mounting kits are available for most harrow models.
55 series
Other Features
55 Series Specifications
Other Features
Hopper
■ Application Width
1655: 16 outlets/16-40 ft.
2455: 24 outlets/24-60 ft.
3255: 32 outlets/32-80 ft.
■ Capacity
1655: 20 cu. ft. (900 lb.)*
2455: 40 cu. ft. (1800 lb.)*
3255: 50 cu. ft. (2250 lb.)*
*Based on 45 lb./cu. ft.
■M ild steel with 2 component epoxy primer and 2
component cross linked acrylic top coat paint system
■ Weather tight lid
■ Product level sight gauge
■ Hopper bottom shut-off slide gates
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Metering gearbox cover lifts for easy access to 60 speed
gearbox. Ground driven metering system ensures accurate
application rate at any setting. Hand crank allows you to turn
metering system to check rates and calibrate for new product.
Unrestricted view of metering system. Sight gauge for product
level in hopper. Air manifold pressure gauge. Plexi-glass shield
protects metering system.
In-cab buzzer and warning light
alerts of low air pressure in
manifold.
Optional Alternate Rate Kit
A clutch kit can be added to most Valmar applicators allowing
a rate change on the go. By selecting the appropriate sprocket
you can obtain a predetermined rate change. The necessary
controls are already supplied on the 55’s control box.
Product Delivery
■ 1.25 in. ID flexible PVC hose (1 in. ID on 1655)
■Broadcast deflectors mount individually to the
implement frame
Metering
■ Ground driven (hydraulic drive is available)
■ Half shut off on either side (except 1655)
■28 grove plastic fluted metering rollers – 12 groove
available for more coarse material or higher rates
■ In-cab electric clutch control and air manifold monitor
■ 60 speed gearbox with 5% between settings
■ Air manifold and venturi system drop for easy cleaning
Fan
■ Hydraulic or gas engine drive
1655: Hydraulic – 8 gal./min..; 9 HP gas engine,
Less Fan for air seeder mounts
2455: Hydraulic – 11.5 gal./min.; 11 HP gas engine
3255: Hydraulic – 11.5 gal./min.; 11 HP gas engine
■16 in. impeller with 3 in. outlet (1655) or 18 in.
impeller with 4 in. outlet
■ Operates at 3200-4000 RPM
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Optional alternate rate kit. Brackets secure hosing at rear of hopper.
Broadcast Seed and Aerate
in One Pass
The Valmar is the perfect partner to an AerWay®
for over seeding, renovating and rejuvenating
pasture and hay land.
An AerWay® is the Perfect Tool for Aerating Soil to:
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Increase yield and stocking rates.
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Promote stronger root systems.
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Reduce water run-off.
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Improve fertilizer and water utilization in the root zone.
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Penetrate hardpan.
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Reduce compaction and improve porosity.
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Improve soil texture.
Options
■Mounting kits for AerWay, tool bars and various
cultivators and harrow bars
■ 12 groove roller assemblies for coarse material
■ Fitted tarp
■Outlet blocker kits and line splitters to match a specific
number of required runs in special mounting situations
■ Agitator kits
■ Delivery hose quick coupler kits
Shipping Information
■ 1655: 510 lb. empty; 810 lb. shipping
■ 2455: 800 lb. empty; 1300 lb. shipping
■ 3255: 900 lb. empty; 1405 lb. shipping
1655 AerWay® Mount Standard Features:
Valmar mounts to most AerWay® models.
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Ground driven metering system.
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28 groove red roller for small seeds.
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AerWay® mounts for fixed and folding implements.
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Hopper screen for coarse material.
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Agitator to reduce product bridging in hopper.
Go to www.valmar.com for more product information,
specific dimensions and calibration charts.
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245 Pull-type granular applicator
for herbicides and seeds
Built Tough for Commercial
and On-Farm Application
245
245 Pull-Type Specifications
Hopper
■ 40 cu. ft.
■M ild steel with 2 component epoxy primer and 2
component cross linked acrylic top coat paint system
■ Weather tight lid
■ Product level sight gauge
■ Hopper bottom shut-off gates
Booms
■ 50 ft. spread, breakaway tips
■ Self levelling
■ Manual fold
■ 1.5 in. OD tubes, 12 outlets per side
Metering
■ Ground driven
■ Half shut off on either side
■28 groove plastic fluted metering roller – 12 groove
available for more coarse material or higher rates
■ In-cab electric clutch control and air manifold monitor
■ 60 speed gearbox with 5% between settings
■ Air manifold and venturi system drop for easy cleaning
A Better Applicator Through Better Design
Easier Calibration
Whether you’re seeding or applying herbicide, a Valmar 245
Calibrating an applicator is necessary to ensure proper flow
Pull-Type Granular Applicator is designed to deliver unparalleled
rates, especially when determining the setting for new
accuracy under a wide variety of ground conditions. It’s rugged
products, seeds or seed mixtures. The 245 Applicator makes
construction is sturdy enough to withstand the rigors of
this process easier by allowing the venturi and manifold
commercial use, making it the right choice for a rental fleet,
system to be dropped so that a funnel tray can be inserted for
custom applicator or a farm operation. Moreover, the 245
easy collection of product. Use the crank handle (provided) to
incorporates a number of innovative features designed to
simulate ground travel and establish precise calibration for any
make material application easier, safer and more precise
product. The funnel also makes emptying the hopper an easy
than ever before.
and safe procedure.
Exceptionally Accurate Metering System
Easier Maintenance and Cleaning
The 245 applicator achieves its accuracy thanks to a ground
The 245 applicators feature a number of innovations that
driven metering system that ensures the precise application rate
make maintenance and cleaning easier. One important feature
regardless of ground speed. As with most Valmar units it uses our
is the convenient hopper bottom slide gates which allow the
60 speed gearbox that allows the application rates in increments
rollers to be removed for cleaning or inspection. Access to
of 5%. Drive ratio changes are made at the gearbox, eliminating
the rollers and venturi system is also easier due to moveable
the need to move chains and realign sprockets. For cropping
plexi-glass shields which protect the metering system.
Fan
■H ydraulic drive: 10.5 GPM – hydraulic lines
to hitch included
■ 11 HP gas engine fan drive
■ PTO: 540 or 1000 RPM with 540 RPM PTO shaft standard
■ 18 in. impeller with 4 in. outlet
■ Operates at 3200-4000 RPM
Chassis
■ 6000 lb. rubber torsion axle
■ 6 bolt hubs
■ 12.5 L – 15 in. tires
Options
■ 12 groove roller assemblies for coarse material
■ Agitator kit
■ Disc markers or foam markers
Dimensions/Shipping Information
■ Height: 6 ft. 8 in.
■ Width: 7 ft. 8 in.
■ Length: 18 ft.
■ Weight: 2250 lb.
Note: Many features common to the 55 Series
Implement Mount.
conditions that require a rate change on the go, an optional
Alternate Rate Kit can be added to allow an instantaneous rate
change on the go.
Greater, More Uniform Coverage
The 245’s wide 50 ft. boom and large 40 cu. ft. hopper
(capable of holding up to 1,800 lb. of product at a density of
45 lb./cu. ft.) allows you to cover more acres between fills.
Equally important, the self-levelling boom ensures a uniform
spread pattern, regardless of field conditions. For safety, the
Calibration hand crank.
boom also features 8 ft. breakaway tips to help minimize
damage that may occur from striking an obstacle in the field.
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Go to www.valmar.com for more product information,
specific dimensions and calibration charts.
ST-6 Strip Till Granular
Fertilizer Applicator
Valmar ST-6 Applicators are
Ideal for Producers Wanting
to Capitalize on the Lower
Cost of Granular Fertilizer.
ST-6
ST-6 Strip Till Granular Fertilizer
Applicator Specifications
Hopper
■185 cu. ft., 6 ton capacity
■4 09 stainless steel with a 2 component epoxy primer
and a 2 component cross-linked acrylic top coat
■P roduct level sight gauge
■E asy to use lid on linkage and track opener
■Opening size – 51 in. wide x 37 in. deep
■Available bin screen
■Hopper bottom shut-off slide gates
■Standard mounting legs and hardware – may require
modification by customer
Fan
■Single inlet radial blade with 18 in. impeller
■Operates at 5500 RPM
■F an outlet pressure of 32 in. water column
■12 CC displacement hydraulic, axial piston motor
■17 GPM hydraulic flow, case drain required
■1800 PSI
■16 HP
Metering and delivery system
■Individual venturi, open feed system
■(2) 304 stainless steel metering assemblies
■8, 12 or 16 outlets
■4 in. diameter, 12 groove, 304 stainless metering roller
■4 00 lb./acre @ 6 MPH at 30 in. row spacing
■4 0-650 lb. per acre metering range
■2 in. ID flex hose
■6 0 speed gearbox at 5% increments, or hydraulic motor
metering drive for use with VRT
■Optional Rawson AccuRate ® drive with hydraulic lines
on hopper compatible with most GPS systems
■ Optional air diffuser kit available for 8, 12 or 16 rows
The ST-6 mounted on a LandTracker 9400. Strip till or side dress applicator from Blu-Jet.
Dimensions
■Height of 84 in.
■W idth of 94 in.
■Depth: 80 in. hopper, 102 in. overall including ladder
and platform
■Weight (empty) of 1510 lb.
Other
■F or hopper clean-out – remove roller and venturi
plate, open hopper bottom slide gate, product drops
through venturi
■F or calibration remove venturi plate, turn metering,
collect product as it drops through venturi and weigh
6 ton stainless steel hopper installed on an Orthman Atlas
lifting cart.
An ST-6 on a Remlinger auto track cart gives you all the
application flexibility you need.
Stainless steel metering system delivers precise lb./acre.
Optional air diffuser kit – 2 in. ID line in with 1.25 in. ID line out.
Go to www.valmar.com for more product information,
specific dimensions and calibration charts.
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455 Granular Forage
preservative Applicator
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455 Forage Preservative
Applicator Specifications
Hopper
■ Mild steel construction
■ 2.8 cu. ft. – holds approximately 250 lb.
■2 component epoxy primer and 2 component cross
linked acrylic top coat paint system
■ Hopper bottom shut-off
■ Fitted tarp is included
■ Weather tight reversible lid
Maximize the Nutrient Value
and Palatability of Your Hay
The addition of a
Extremely Accurate Metering
preservative when
Valmar’s four outlet system with a 12 or 28 groove plastic
harvesting forage is
metering roller allows you to precisely distribute granules at a
the most important
rate of up to five pounds a minute. Preservative is distributed
thing you can do to
through flexible heavy duty delivery hoses with rigid outlet tubes.
preserve its nutrient
value and promote
optimum palatability for livestock. Preservatives allow you to
harvest at a higher moisture content. This means you put up a
better quality crop containing more of the valuable leaf matter
Weather Tight Hopper
Valmar’s precision manufacturing keeps the weather out and
the hopper screen prevents foreign materials from entering.
off for easy access to metering rollers for regular cleaning.
And when it comes to applying granular preservatives
Convenient In-Cab Monitoring and Control
Preservative Applicator. This applicator has been extensively
researched and field tested to provide you with the most
dependable and efficient means of applying preservatives
during forage harvesting.
Fan
■ Operates at 3000-3600 RPM
■ Plastic fan impeller
■ 2.5 in. diameter fan outlet
■ 12 volt electric drive
In-Cab Control
■ Both audible and digital alarms
■ Operates and monitors fan and metering
■Digital read out shows metering roller RPM, low or high
voltage, metering errors and warnings
Options
■Mounting stands to fit most round balers and large/
medium square balers
Dimensions/Shipping Information
■ Height: 28 in.
■ Width: 22 in.
■ Length: 23 in.
■ Weight: 135 lb.
It features a 2.8 cu. ft. capacity with a hopper bottom shut
with less of the problems associated with heating.
nothing is more accurate or easy to use than Valmar’s Forage
Metering
■ 4 outlet manifold system
■ Manifold is reversible for front or rear product delivery
■ 12 volt electric drive
■ Manifold is easily removed for cleaning
■ Both coarse and fine roller segments are included
■ Meters up to 5 lb./min.
Monitor and control all applicator
operations with Valmar’s convenient
in-cab unit. With its large, easy to
read digital display you’ll have
complete control of metering by adjusting the roller RPM’s.
An alarm sounds when there’s a problem with the system.
Mounts Easily to Most Balers
Valmar’s universal mounting stand allows you to easily
attach the applicator to most makes and models of balers
and forage harvesters.
Efficient Air Driven Application
With the fan driven air delivery system you are able to more
evenly distribute granules through the hay mass, plus you’ll
have more options on mounting locations than with gravity
fed systems. The fan’s electric drive operates at 3600 RPM
and easily connects to your tractor’s 12 volt system.
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Go to www.valmar.com for more product information,
specific dimensions and calibration charts.
1255
1255 pull-type Inter-Row Banding or Broadcast Applicator
For Fertilizer, Seeds, Herbicides, and Insecticides
1255 Pull Type Specifications
Hopper
■ 18 cu. ft.
■409 stainless steel with a 2 component epoxy primer
and a 2 component cross-linked acrylic top coat
■ Weather tight lid
■ Product level sight gauge
Booms
Broadcast or Inter Row Banding Boom
Broadcast Boom
Self levelling boom frame
(6) left hand and (6) right hand broadcast deflectors
16 ft. boom (can be extended to 20 or 24 ft. with
optional extension kits)
Adjustable boom height
1.25 in. ID, PVC Hose
Inter-Row Banding Boom
2 stainless steel assemblies with 6 drop tubes
Telescoping to accommodate various row spacing up to 10 ft.
Adjustable angle and height provide different band
application widths
Also includes a 7 ft. non-folding broadcast boom with
breakaways for inter row broadcasting with 12 drop tubes
1.25 in. ID, PVC Hose
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Inter-row banding boom.
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When Only the Most Accurate Rates
and Precise Product Placement Will Do
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Metering
Air Manifold Gauge
A Murphy gauge measures air manifold pressure using inches
of water column. The gauge is connected to the in-cab control
with warning light and buzzer to warn of insufficient air
pressure, ensuring proper application.
Ground driven
Half shut off on either side
■ Comes with two types of metering roller
28 groove rollers for fine granulars and small seeds
12 groove rollers for fertilizer and large seeds
■ In-cab electric clutch control and air manifold monitor
■ 60 speed gearbox with 5% between settings
■ Air manifold and venturi system drop for easy cleaning
■ Half width shut off on either side
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Manifold-Venturi
System and Funnel Tray
The venturi and manifold systems can be lowered by means of
a quick release. Funnel trays are inserted for collection of
product when calibrating or emptying the unit.
Hopper Bottom Slide Gates
Manually operated slide gates stop product flow to the metering
system allowing you to remove the roller for cleaning or servicing.
Calibration Hand Crank
Metering
Roller: The 1255 PT uses two fluted rollers for
metering granular product or seed. The red rollers have 28
grooves and are used for application of fine products such as
granular herbicide and small seeds such as grass, flax, canola,
alfalfa, etc. The coarse rollers have 12 grooves and are used
with fertilizer and larger seeds such as wheat or soybeans.
Each unit comes with both types of rollers.
Fan
18 in. impeller with 3 in. outlet
Operates at 3200-4000 RPM
■ Hydraulic or gas engine fan drive
Hydraulic – 2.2 CID motor requires 8 GPM; hydraulic lines
to hitch included (customer supplied connectors); includes
sheaves, belt, shields, flow control with check valve
Gas engine – 9 HP engine; comes with Cyclone Air Cleaner;
includes centrifugal clutch, engine mount, sheaves, belt
and shields
■ Note: Engine ordered separately
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To make calibrating a product as precise and easy as possible
a hand-crank is provided to turn the metering system. The
product can be collected by using the funnel trays and
In-Cab Control
Chassis
■ 1500 lb. rubber torsion axle
■ 5 bolt hubs
■ P265/50R15
The dual electric clutch control allows you to operate the
Options
metering system from the operator’s seat. 2 magnetic clutches
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weighed for determining exact application rates.
and in-cab control allow ⁄ shut-off on either side.
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Speed Gearbox: Rate adjustment is easy and precise with
60
60 settings at 5% increments. The gearbox features 8 speeds,
2 ranges and 4 input drive ratios giving a wide selection of
rates. Combined with the ground drive system, it provides
unparalleled accuracy over the entire range of settings.
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Tail lights
Safety chains
Clevis type hitch
Foam marker
4 or 8 ft. broadcast boom extensions
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Dimensions/Shipping Information
Height: 6 ft.
Width: 6 ft. 10 in.
■ Length: 8 ft. 7 in.
■ Weight: 1080 lb.
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Go to www.valmar.com for more product information,
specific dimensions and calibration charts.
Broadcast boom.
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1665
1665 air seeder mount
Inoculant Applicator
Get All the Benefits from In-Furrow
Applied Granular Inoculants
1665 Inoculant Applicator Specifications
Hopper
■ 20 cu. ft.
■M ild steel with 2 component epoxy primer and 2
component cross linked acrylic top coat paint system
■ Weather tight lid
■ Product level sight gauge
■ Agitator to reduce product bridging
Product Delivery
■ 1.25 in. ID flexible PVC hose
■ 8 air seeder tower injectors
Metering
■ Stainless steel metering bottom
■16 individual metering outlets can be shut off
independently to match the number of air seeder towers
■Optional Valmar ground drive, hydraulic drive or utilize
some components of air seeder drive
Fan
■ Requires a fan drive
■ 16 in. impeller with 3 in. outlet
■ Operates at 3200-4000 RPM
■In some cases the air seeder fan provides sufficient air
and a Valmar fan is not required
Options
■ Metering drive is a required option
Mechanical ground drive includes 60 speed gearbox with
5% between settings, ground drive tire and hand crank
for calibration
Hydraulic metering drive includes an 11.3 CID
hydraulic motor that requires up to 12 GPM for
complete operating range
JD 1900 Commodity Cart ground drive take off includes
60 speed gearbox and necessary material
■A fan drive is a required option when using the
Valmar fan
Hydraulic: 2.2 CID motor requires 8 GPM –
does not include hydraulic lines
Gas: 9 HP engine
■ 16 outlet broadcast deflector kit
■ Electric clutch and control kit
■ JD 1900 tow behind cart mounting kit
■ Seeding tool hitch mount kit
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Inoculant Applicator
Injects inoculant into air seeder towers for precise placement
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in seed furrows.
Modified hopper shaft provides agitation to reduce bridging
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■ in the hopper.
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Comes with 8 tower injectors.
Injectors do not affect tower performance for seed or fertilizer.
■ Individually metered outlets allow matching the numbers of
■ Tower
injector.
airseed towers.
Dimension/Shipping Information
■ Height: 45 in.
■ Width: 65.5 in. (40 in. without fan and platform)
■ Length: 36 in.
■ Weight: 740 lb.
1665 Individual Metering
Applicators
Individual Outlet Positive Displacement Applicator
Apply insecticides, herbicides, small seeds, inoculants or
micro-nutrients precisely where needed and at the rate required.
Valmar’s ground drive metering assures precise application
regardless of varying ground speed. The roller chain driven,
60 speed mechanical gearbox, delivers accurate application
in 5% increments or use the optional hydraulic drive for V.R.T.
Individual metering outlets.
application. With Valmar’s individual metering, matching the
number of outlets required for your operation is easily
accomplished by opening or closing individual slide gates.
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Go to www.valmar.com for more product information,
specific dimensions and calibration charts.
1665
1665 Row-Crop applicator
And Inter-Row Seeder
Increase Yields
and Decrease Input Costs
1665 Row Crop Specifications
Hopper
■ 20 cu. ft.
■M ild steel with 2 component epoxy primer and 2
component cross linked acrylic top coat paint system
■ Weather tight lid
■ Product level sight gauge
■ Manifold pressure gauge
Product Delivery
■ 1 in. ID flexible PVC hose
■Optional individually mounted broadcast deflectors
or straight tube outlets
Row-Crop Positive Displacement
Insecticide Application
Metering
■ Ground drive or hydraulic drive – required option
■16 individual metering outlets can be shut off
independently for up to 16 rows or broadcast
up to 40 ft.
■ Stainless steel metering bottom
Mounts on planters or tool bars to apply products in the
seed furrow or over the row.
Fan
■ 16 in. impeller with 3 in. outlet
■ Hydraulic drive 2.2 CID motor requires 8 GPM
■ Operates at 3200-4000 RPM
Options
■ Metering drive is a required option
Mechanical ground drive includes 60 speed gearbox
with 5% between settings, ground drive tire and hand
crank for calibration
Hydraulic metering drive includes an 11.3 CID
hydraulic motor that requires up to 12 GPM for
complete operating range
■ Rawson AccuRate ® hydraulic metering drive system
■Mounting kits for various tool bars and planters
■Broadcast deflector kit
■E lectric clutch and control kit
■LOCK ‘n’ LOAD valve assemblies
■Straight tube outlet kit
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Dimension/Shipping Information
■ Height: 45 in.
■ Width: 65.5 in.
■ Length: 36 in.
■ Weight: 740 lb.
Protect Your Cotton Crop From Wind Erosion by Seeding Wheat
or Rye Between Rows
Row-Crop Applicators for Inter-Row Seeding:
Valmar Units Can Be Used With:
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Seed exactly at the rate you desire.
Hipper, Lister, Bed Conditioner, Paratill, Terratill, and most
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Achieve precise placement of seed.
other implements.
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Avoid unwanted seed in the row.
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Reduce damages and losses from wind or water erosion.
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Increase soil organic matter content.
Go to www.valmar.com for more product information,
specific dimensions and calibration charts.
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VALMAR AIRFLO INC.
BOX 100, ELIE, MB
CANADA R0H 0H0
PHONE (204) 353-2782
FAX (204) 353-2864
sales@valmar.com
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