The Original SLiP-FIX@ PVC Repair CouplingOver one million sold. Theultimate show of contractor con-fidence. Slip-Fix, the versatilein-line PVC repair coupling, hasbecome the standard of the in-dustry in only five years.

Constructed of rugged PVC,Slip-Fix is available in nine conve-nient sizes ranging from 1/2" to 4~'And, with a 1500 psi-rated O-Ringand pressure ratings to Schedule40 tolerances, a tight seal with noleaksis always guaranteed. Plus,a patented O-Ring relief helpsmaintain the O-Ring's shape and

mobility - no matter how long itsits on the shelf.RepairRepair a broken line - quickly andpermanently. It's easy with Slip-Fix. There's no need to dig backlong sections of pipe. And no nutsto tighten. Simply remove thedamaged piece, drop in Slip-Fixand glue. A tight, permanent sealis guaranteed. Also, its sure-gripwaffle pattern allows for a firmgrip - even in wet or muddyconditions.

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InstallationInstall a valve or add a lateral orriser - easily and economically.The versatile Slip-Fix can take theplace of a union at a fraction ofthe cost. Easy to install next to fit-tings or where space is limited,Slip-Fix requires no bracing.

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PRODUCT UPDATETRUCK LOADER

The Models 716 and 720 loadervac truckloaders can help any lawn care service han-dle big cleanup jobs. Both machines, fromSalsco, Inc., have Kohler engines-the 716has a 16 hp and the 720 has a 20 hp-with3/8-inch-thick steel impeller blades makingleaf pickup easy and efficient.

The units are constructed of heavy-gaugesteel with baked-enamel finish. Two optionsmake the machines independent trailerunits-the loadervac trailer 750 permitshighway trailing, and the wheel kit 751allows conversion to a trailer unit.SALSCO, INC.Circle 126 on Postage Free Card

BASEPATH PILLOWSChemsorb pillows, from Precision

Laboratories, Inc., are ideal for cleaning upchemical spills, but now they are beingtested for less hazardous duty-absorbingwater around the basepaths.

A standard Chemsorb pillow will absorbtwo gallons of water around the bases injust 30 seconds. Not only is it more effectivethan clay, but also it is less laborintensive- no shoveling or raking.

The pillows will not burn, are non-toxic,and have an indefinite shelf life. Absorbingup to 28 times its own weight, the pillow hasbeen shown to be 20 times more effective

than clay.Chemsorb is available in two pillow sizes

and a 48-inch tube.PRECISION LABORATORIES, INC.Circle 127 on Postage Free Card

ROOT PRUNERA grass root-pruner attachment for the

Turf-Tee Verti-Groove is now available. TheVerti-Slicer is useful for golf courses, parks,and sports fields.

The slicer will cut to a depth of more thanfour inches, thus allowing air, water andnutrients to reach the roots. Because theslicer leaves no unsightly residue, rootgrowth can be stimulated while the turf is inplay.

The unit features tempered steel blades,with quick change blade removal. No mov-ing parts means no maintenance isrequired.TURF·TEC INTERNATIONALCircle 128 on Postage Free Card

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17851 GEORGETOWN LAIIE, HUHTINGTONBEACH. cA 92647

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PRODUCT UPDATECOREPULVERIZER

Roseman Manufacturing Company hasintroduced its new core pulverizer reels,designed to simplify the task of aerifyinggolf course fairways.

The pulverizer chops plugs up into top-dressing, while giving the turf a light, finalverticut. Destroyed cores sink into the turf,actually aiding in thatch decomposition. Asa result, fairways are left clear and playable.

The unit is composed of sturdy, angled,heat-treated steel blades and is inter-changeable with the company's verticuttingand mowing reels. It can be switched inminutes by removing and replacing a fewsimple pins and bolts. This capability allows

the manufacturer's hydra-gang mower toserve as a total dethatching machine.ROSEMAN MFG. CO.Circle 111 on Postage Free Card

COMPLETE PERSONALWEATHER STATION

The PC Weather Pro can turn your IBMcompatible personal computer into a com-plete weather station that integrates thefunctions of data measurement and record-ing, display, and analysis.

The program, created by TMI, Inc. ofLake Oswego, OR, monitors barometricpressure, rainfall, inside and outside tem-perature, wind speed, and wind chill factor.The system creates a data base so userscan plot the information for any of the sixvariables monitored.

Readings are taken every half hour evenwhen the computer is running another pro-gram. Full-screen displays give details oneach weather parameter measured. Alarmconditions can be set with each of the vari-

abies causing the computer to sound analarm when any of the conditions is met,such as a specified high temperature orwind speed.

The system also includes a plug-in cardand disc-based software, solid-state barom-eter, electronic rain collector, anemometerand wind vane, two temperature probes,connecting cables and an AC poweradapter.TM/,/NC.Circle 125 on Postage Free Card

For further product or dealerinformation, call or write:

TR£NCI7Ji S'\ilfA T£R ------- ...Take the sweat out of trenching with Trenchmaster. Sturdy steelconstruction, but light enough for easy loading and operation byone man. Ease of cleanup, no compaction and no turf damagemeans fewer customer complaints. Trenchmasters trench up to7" or 12" deep and from 10 to 30 feet per minute. Your choice ofthree makes of industrial engines. New rotors are available fortrenching in hard clay and rocky soil.

BROWM_ .. rtl ..,NtANUFACTU>:<ING CO>:<PORATION

Route 3 • Ozark, Alabama' 36360(205) 795-6603

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From BucketLoader to

Versatile Fork Liftin less Than5 Minutes!

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:::.C.Bucket Forks can change a bucket-oader into a multi-purpose lifting.ehicle, No drilling, welding or bolting.

Easy-on, easy-off installation-in less than 5 minutes.

Made in the U.S.A. Canadian Patent NO.1 ,103,622U.S. Patent No. 4,242,035

A NEW CONCEPT IN MATERIAL HANDLING!

CHECK THESE SPECIAL FEATURES!• Easy storage- tines are separate and flat• Transports easily- no awkward angles• Easy to handle-each fork weighs only

50 pounds• Universal-fits most popular brands of

loader buckets• Easy-on, easy-off installation - in less

than 5 minutes!• Ideal for farm use or at construction

sites• Handles most materials-load capacity

is 3,000 pounds• Full money back guarantee!

$399.00(delivered anywhere in U.S.)

Send you r checkor money order to:c::c_® --.

cc. Bucket forks, Inc~P.O. Box 3796, Orange, CA 92665

In Calif. call collect:

1-714-637-4645Toll-free, except in Calif.

1-800-854-3532

CA RES. ADD 6% SALES TAX

Copyright 1981 C.C. Bucket Forks, Inc.

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CLASSIFIEDSCLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES: $40.00per Inch payable In advance. One Inch mlnl-mum. There are about 50 words per Inch .Send copy with check for $40.00 at least fourweeks prior to Issue date to: Classlfleds,lportsTURF magazine, P.O. Box 8420, VanNuys, CA 91409. Blind box numbers areavailable. Special borders and rules will bebilled at display advertising rates. Classifiedads are not commlsslonable.

TURF CONSULTANTCertified professional agronomist. Have soilprobe, will travel. 25 years of experience fromMassachusetts to California. Douglas T. Hawes,Ph.D., 2408 Roundrock Trail, Plano, TX 75075.(214) 867-0176.

POSITION WANTEDIntelligent, highly-motivated turfgrass managerlooking for a career position in the sports turfindustry. Have B.S. degree plus 5 years manage-ment experience in the care of golf, lawn andathletic turf. Willing to relocate to many areasin the U.S. Write sportsTURF, Dept. C-1, P.O.Box 8420, Van Nuys, CA 91409.

The Ultimate Solution to UnsightlyDivots at Televised Golf Tournaments

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POSITION WANTEDExperi'enced golf course superintendent seeksposition in turf management. Seven years golfcourse experience on bent and Tifdwarf ber-mudagrass. Contact: Richard Harvey, P.O. Box150, Seymour, TX, 76380, (817) 888-5258.

GOLF COURSE MECHANICNew resort/housing development with golf courseis seeking a qualified golf course mechanic. Full-time, twelve-month position. Knowledge of reelgrinding preferred, but not mandatory. If youwould like a change of pace and improved qualityof life, please apply for this position located inthe beautiful Big Sky Country! Send resumes toEagle Bend Golf Club, Attention: Jon Heselwood,820 Holt Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911.

SPORTSFIELD DESIGN,RENOVATION, CONSTRUCTIONWhatever your sport, whatever the level of play,and wherever the location, Sportsfield, Inc., can'provide all the services required to meet yourneeds. Our team of experienced personnel candesign, renovate or construct your playing fields.Do it right the first time! Call or write for ourbrochure, PO Box 615, Blue Island, IL 60406,(312) 371-0917.

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"YADVERTISER INDEX

AMS Plastics 31Brown Mfg. Co 33CC Bucket Forks 34Conservation Technologies 11Donuttrimmer Equip. Inc 24Green Care International 32Hinspergers Poly Industries 7Huber Ranch Sod 25Hunter Industries 13Jacklin Seed Inc 36John Deere 18,19

Locke Mfg. Co . _ _. _ 17Newstripe Inc 24Par Ex - - -23Parker Sweeper 35Partac Peat Corp 20Rain Bird Sales 29Revere Plastics 16Ryan, Div. OMC/Lincoln 5,25Scotts ProTurf 2,3Southern Turf Nurseries 6Turf Mat 15

From the super Bowl, ToVour LocalHigh School stadium .. ·

"Before, during andafter the game, I relyon Parker sweepers:"

George Toma,National Football League Natural andArtificial Turf consultant and ChiefGrounds Keeper for all 22 super Bowls.

Parker offers a family of five Trailing sweepers for a widerange of lawn care needs. Join top professionals whodemand the best equipment at affordable prices, andchoose Parker Trailing sweepers for dependability andperformance. parker products are available at competitiveprices through a nationwide distributor network.

'parker sweepers also work great on artificial turl.

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Parker Trai\ing sweepers are thechorce of professiona\S \ike Georgeand Chip Toma, officia\gro

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keepers for super Bowl XXII. Formaximum performance and highquality workmanship, they rely onParker \awn care equipment, thedependab\e choice for home-owners and professiona\S a\ike.

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(513) 323-4901