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New corn starter available
ATLANTA, GA. A new corn
starter, USS Vertagreen Plus 4,
will be available to growers ui all
major corn-growing states in the
spring of 1982. With a 9-40-5 N-P-K
analysis, the new starter
guarantees 5% Sulfur (S), 2%
Magnesium (Mg), 1% Zinc (Zn)
and 0.3% Boron (B).
Produced by USS Agri
chemicals Division of United
States Steel at its recently ex
panded and modernized Cherokee,
Ala., facility, the new starter is an
improvement over USS Ver
tagreen 15-40-5 Powr Prils with 1%
Zinc, which will continue to be
available.
USS Vertagreen Plus (940-5)
was developed in response to the
need for sulfur and boron as well as
zinc in many soils. Low sulfur
levels have become pronounced in
recent years since clean air
standards and pollution control
have reduced air-borne sulfur.
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Scours report available
KALAMAZOO, Mich. A
Scours Prevention Management
Report explaining the different
types, causes and treatments of
various scours conditions in
livestock is now available from
TUCO, Division of The Upjohn
Company.
Bacterial, viral and nutritional
scours conditions are explained, as
well as coccidiosis and swine
dysentery (bloody scours). An
tibiotic therapy is covered in
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Sulfur deficiency sympthoms
are very similar to nitrogen
deficiency-pale yellow or light
green leaves. Sulfur gives a
healthy, deep green color to the
plants and also contributes to
healthier root development and
vigorous early season growth.
High corn yields also require
more boron. Even though crop
removal of boron by corn is small,
an adequate supply must be
available throughout the entire
growing season. (Caution must be
exercised so that boron does not
come in direct contact with the
seed.
Zinc is also extremely important
and is said to be the most limiting
micro-nutrient for corn produc
tion. High phosphate levels
especially require the application
of zmc. Zinc deficiencies in com
usually appear early in the season
under cool wet conditions.
Resistance, mode .of action and the
effectiveness of antibiotics used to
treat scours conditions. Use of
bacterm vaccinations and helpful
management steps are also
discussed.
For a single copy of this scours
report, or for more information,
contact: Scours Prevention
Management Report, TUCO,
Division of The Upjohn Company,
9823-190-45, Kalamazoo, Michigan,
49001.
New Berlinville, PA 19545
Ph: (215)367-2169
Daily 7 to 5:00, Sat. 7 to 1:00
LANCASTER - With high in
terest rates and cash flow
problems blocking many new
equipment purchases, more at
tention is being directed at
repairing existing machinery to
prolong its useful life.
One area of repairs that is
receiving more such attention is
the major rebuilding of engines.
And after a major rebuild,
engine failure may occur within a
short time. Usually, the problem
can be attributed to a lack of
cleanliness in the rebuild, ac
cording to Roger Higgins, Service
Manager, Engine Division, Allis-
Chalmers Corp.
Most common cleanliness
problems can be traced to one of
four areas: lubricating systems,
cooling system, fuel system and
repair parts.
Any engine repair must have
special attention paid to the life
line of the engine. If you are
overhauling an engine it must be'
for some reason. If it is'a major
rebuilt after long hours a con
siderable amount of sludge,
varnish, and general wear
materials will have been ac
cumulated throughout the lube
system.
Of course, a major engine failure
will spread failed material
throughout the same path. The
only sure fire system to completely
purge the oil path of this unwanted
intruder is by thorough cleaning.
Start by removing all plugs from
oil galleries and passageways in
the cylinder block and head. This
may not be as simple as it sounds
since most manufacturers use
sealant on the! plugs to improve
scalability.
Heat is the only sure fire means
of loosening the plugs; either a
torch orsteam. After removingthe
plugs the passageway should be
cleaned by one or more of the
following: steam, high pressure
air, rodding, wire brushing and
reamers. The final step should be
blowing out with clean dry air and
applying a light coat of oil before
reinstalling the plugs.
The next area to clean should be
the oil pump, internal and external
pipes and tubes. The same
techniques as used for the block
and head apply.
Finally, one of the biggest traps
of foreign material is the lube oil
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cooler. The tubes and baffles
provide a natural net for sludge,
vamish and metal particles.
Cleaning 1 of the heat exchanger
may be quite difficult depending on
its particular design. ' The
removeable bundle type is the
easiest to clean in a tank. A one
piece design requires more time an
patience; it may even require
replacement if all foreign material
cannot be completely flushed out.
After the entire oil system is
cleaned, all openings should be
immediately plugged to keep the
system clean.
COOLING SYSTEM
Most of the suggestions which
apply to the lube system also apply
to the cooling system.
Remove plugs and clean with air
or steam. Pay particular attention
to “dead spots" around ther
mostats, filters, volutes, etc.,
which may have trapped rust,
sludge, and solid materials. This is
also a'good time to check and in
spect the thermostat and water
pump.
Be sure to inspect and clean all
“o” ring and cylinder liner seating
areas. Could they have been in
volved in the reason the engine is
being rebuilt? In any case, inspect,
check, test, and repair or replace if'
necessary.
Radiators or heat exchangers
should be thoroughly cleaned and
inspected. If your facilities are not
large enough, contract with a good
radiator shop for the service.
Again, after cleaning and repair or
replacement, plug all openings to
insure that the cleanliness
remains.
FUEL SYSTEM
The fuel system is probably the
simplest to clean, but it is probably
also the easiest overlooked Pipes
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Martin receives fiward
ATLANTA, Georgia - Neal P.
Martin, associate professor, ot
agronomy at the University of
Minnesota, received the 1982
CIBA-Geigy Award in Agronomy
recently at,the American Society
of Agronomy annual banquet.
The award is given in
recognition of outstanding service
to one or more of the agronomic
professions.
Martin is presently involved in
Extension forage and research.
His Extension programs are
directed at forage production and
utilization with special emphasis
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and tubes, both before and after
the filters, should be checked and
cleaned. Don’t forgetthe nooks and
crannies in the filter header.
This is also a good time to drain
and flush the fuel tank. Of course,
if fuel pump overhaul is a part of
the repair program, the usual care
for cleanliness must be observed.
Use clean fuel for cleaning and
reassembly. Beware of using rags
which could deposit lint in the
system. *'■
Don’t forget' to clean the
lubrication passages.* Surgical
cleanliness may be the goal to
strive for. Once again, plug or cap
all openings.
REPAIR PARTS
Most repair parts are received
from the factory or a repair parts
operation individually packaged
and preserved. This does not mean
they are ready for immediate
installation in your engine. They
should be cleaned of whatever
preservative is on them.
Remember during storage this
material may gel or harden. It also
will attract small amounts of dust
and dirt which adhere im
mediately to the preservative. Use
a proper cleaning solution;
solvent, steam, air, oil, etc., before
installation.
Finally, install the parts as soon
as possible after cleaning. Use a
proper lubricant or coating in
accordance with the' manufac
turers recommendations.
In summary, jve believe that
many “comebacks” on engine
repairs can be eliminated by
taking- a step-by-step approach to
the cleanliness of the engine in the
three major systems: oil, coolant,
fuel, and by properly handling the
repair parts.
on using farm demonstrations as a
classroom for educators, growers
and agribusiness suppliers. Much
of his research effort is directed
toward influencing legumes into
unimproved grass pastures
Without tillage.
He received the Outstanding
Service Award from the Minnesota
Forage' and Grassland Council
(1979) in recognition of his service
to Minnesota’s forage industry. He
serves on the American Forage
and Grassland Council board ol
directors.
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