2017 Orthman GPS SHADOW TRACKER

The advent of the global positioning system (GPS) ushered in a new era in agricultural production. Precision seed and nutrient placement enabled by GPS led to modern tillage techniques such as strip-till, which have had a profound effect on crop health and yield.

Orthman brings all the benefits of sub-inch accuracy to drawn and mounted implements with two unique, direct guidance systems, the GPS Tracker IV and the flexible, GPS Shadow Tracker. Dont assume your tractors GPS alone is enough. Let Orthman help you upgrade your implements now to enjoy the benefits of true precision agriculture long into the future.

Why is implement guidance important?

Field Pass #1

• Strip-till precision placing fertilizer with GPS Tracker IV implement guidance system.

Field pass #2

• Planting with GPS Tracker IV implement guidance system to precisely place seed over the fertilizer.

GPS SHADOW TRACKER

Based on the same operating principles as the Tracker IV, the Shadow Tracker includes a single cylinder and blade that can be mounted in combinations of up to four-blade systems depending on the size of the implement and field terrain. Specifically designed for the planting operation, the Shadow Tracker system consists of a GPS mast mounted to the toolbar, with hydraulic lines connecting the tractor and individual units.

Here's how it works

• 1. Hydraulic steering cylinder precisely controls blade movement

• 2. Fully protected position sensor housing endures harsh operating conditions

• 3. Hydraulic connection between units allows for mounting on folding and floating wing sections

• 4. Shear bolt blade protection offers defense against underground obstacles

• 5. Simple hookup to single tractor SCV

• Year over year repeatability of fertilizer and seeding applications

• Helps eliminate crop damage associated with implement drift

• Reduces inputs by reducing seeding and chemical overlap

• Reduces operator fatigue, labor and fuel costs