years First variable rate spreader 1970 Mike Roest launches the first wheat planter First stump jump ripper

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1 Since 1965

2 51 years 1970 Mike Roest launches the first wheat planter First stump jump ripper First manufacturing contracts are awarded The Transpread spreader range is introduced First variable rate spreader First MRP system The Schulte Rotary cutters, Rock Pickers, and Windrowers joins the range John Roest constructs Radium First off-set First heavy duty his own Engineering is disc harrow chisel plough & cattle scale established dual tine ripper Radium begins New profile deck is The Matrix Feed Radium introduces wit 3D drawing introduced into the mixer joins the the new 18 Ton technology rotary cutter range Radium range Hydraulic Spreader and the Schulte Rock Removal Equipment

3 About Us It is said that farming is a profession of hope. This is because farmers know one thing for certain that nothing can be known. Radium Engineering offers one constant to level this playing field of unknowns: expertly designed, reliable implements manufactured to perform faultlessly over years. Radium s story started on a Limpopo farm in 1965, when John Roest built a cattle scale, and its immense popularity lead to an operation dedicated to the equipment needs of local farmers. Its uncomplicated effective operation was patented and manufacture started. During the late 1960 s, Mike Roest, John Roest s son, produced his own wheat planter due to severe droughts and lack of funds. This was, yet again, very successful, and by the mid 1970 s the farm workshop became too small to keep up with production. Radium Engineering was officially established in 1976, and has been making the difference ever since. Mike Roest now leads the Radium team of more than 100 skilled staff at their base in Babelegi, north of Pretoria. In 2005 he was joined by the third generation of the Roest family, sons Gareth and Grant, who continues Radium s efforts to remain at the forefront of technology and design while remaining true to its heritage. Radium Engineering maintains its reputation of quality, original design and reliability. Through an on-going research and development program, Radium constantly expand and enriches their product range, bringing the farmer practical solutions to the on-going changes within the agricultural sector. Radium s strong desire to understand and support their customers bred an owner-to-owner culture that allows for fast accurate decisionmaking. The result is faster improvements and developments of the Radium product line while maintaining a close relationship with each client. At Radium the productivity of the customers and their peace of mind in a fluctuating economy drives our service philosophy. The company ascribes its success to decades of solid experience, an unquenchable passion for the industry and superior after-sales service.

4 Contents Spreading Equipment EconoSpread ProSpread BulkSpread CompacSpread Tillage Equipment Shear Comparison & Trip Mechanism PowerRip ZoneTill Dual Tine Rippers Pasturators Rock Removal Equipment Rock Windrowers Rock Pickers Rotary Cutters ProCut Rotary Cutters Flex-Wing Rotary Cutters Fixed Knife Technology Feeding Equipment Vertical Feed Mixers Horizontal Feed Mixers Road Graders 3-Point Graders Uni & Agri-Graders Universal Graders

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6 1 Spreading Equipment

7 In the mid-1990s, Radium started with the manufacturing of Transpread spreaders. Prior to this, Radium had manufactured a number of makes and models of spreaders for various companies, both internationally and locally. The concept of the Transpread spreaders introduced the innovative design of a chain conveyor system, the three-speed ground-related gearbox and easy adaptation for variable rate spreading. The Transpread spreaders were developed in, and introduced to New Zealand in the 1960s by Dave Hoyle. These spreaders are now manufactured on four continents and distributed throughout the world. This allows for an effective network of information to be shared globally, always ensuring that the customer can purchase a machine that is manufactured in accordance with the most recently optimised international specifications. Extensive testing and development ensure unbeatable spreading precision, with easy-to-use controls and ultimate flexibility, which contribute to the farmer saving both time and money. Today, Radium offers the farmer and contractor four different classes of spreaders, from specialised models with reduced and compact dimensions to suit viticulture and horticultural practices, to models capable of spreading extremely low rates of fertiliser, to heavy rates of lime and dry organic materials marked the introduction of the all new range of Generation III spreaders. While the fundamental workings of the machine stayed true to the basic principles of the original TranSpread, all ergonomics and features have been revised offering our customers even more versatility and practicality with their spreading operations. More user friendly controls have been implemented and it incorporates an exciting and more attractive design. 2

8 3 EconoSpread

9 The EconoSpread models provide an economically viable option for the small to medium-scale farmer wanting to spread a full range of materials. This class of spreaders is able to spread from extremely low rates of various fertilisers, to medium and high rates of agricultural lime and gypsum, as well as low-to-medium rates of dry organic materials. 4

10 Features High-quality Painted mild steel bin and chassis construction is a welded construction made of sheet metal and plate while the chassis is constructed of a high grade tubing to offer addition strength and flex during operation. Hitch Safety Chain is a precautionary measure taken in case the hitch, hitch bolts or tractor drawbar breaks during operation. A robust parking jack makes for easy hitching and detachment of the machine before and after operation. S-design Drawbar allows for a sharper turning circle ensuring greater and more streamlined movability. Optional Features Integrated Steel Grid is able to remove foreign objects 65mm in diameter and bigger that, cause damage to the spreading mechanisms. 3CR12 bin construction has a greater life span than that of Mild Steel and is used with mildly corrosive materials and in wetter climates where rust and corrosion is common. 304 stainless steel bin construction is used mostly in coastal regions where highly corrosive materials are being applied. (304 Stainless Steel lasts up to 20 times longer than mild steel.) Stand-alone hydraulic power-pack is used to supply sufficient oil flow to the various hydraulics on the machine should the tractor s hydraulics be insufficient. Rear Belt Attachment is an ideal solution for band placement. Orchard/Vineyard Spreading Kit is used to deflect material underneath trees and vines without distributing material directly behind the machine where it is not needed. Door width of 500mm, Adjustable Sleuth Gate & a Robust Chain Conveyor System Adjustable high-performance Hydraulic Spinner Motors & Side Mounted Spinner Motors Adjustable Deflector Veins A Robust Three-speed Groundrelated Gearbox or Variable Drive Gearbox Perfect Hitch, Hitching System High Flotation Wheels, Durable Imported Axels & Detachable Axel 5 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

11 MODEL RSP G RSP H RSP GTD RSP HTD RSP G RSP H LOAD CAPACITY (kg's) CAPACITY (m³) EMPTY WEIGHT (kg's) REQ. OIL FLOW (l/min) SPEED GROUND RELATED GEARBOX STD N/A STD N/A STD 16:1 HYDRAULIC DRIVE GEARBOX (Ratio) N/A 10:1 N/A 10:1 N/A STD AXLE (mm) WHEELS 2 x 500/ x 500/ /80 R /80 R 30 2 x 500/ x 500/ TRACTOR POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 75/56 75/56 75/56 75/56 95/71 95/71 A - OVERALL LENGTH (mm) B - DRAWBAR LENGTH (mm) C - BIN LENGTH (mm) D - REAR SECTION LENGTH (mm) E - OVERALL WIDTH (mm) F - BIN WIDTH (mm) G - WHEEL CENTRES (mm) H - OVERALL HEIGHT (mm) I - HITCH HEIGHT (mm) 453±50 453±50 482±50 482±50 522±50 522±50 J - AXLE HEIGHT (mm) Specifications D C B F I J H A Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice G E 6

12 7 ProSpread

13 Designed with productivity and versatility in mind, this class of spreaders offer the medium to large-scale farmer, as well as contractors, the ideal choice when they want to spread low rates of fertiliser up to heavy rates of lime and gypsum, as well as moderate to heavy rates of dry organic materials. 8

14 Features High-quality Painted mild steel bin and chassis construction is a welded construction made of sheet metal and plate while the chassis is constructed of a high grade tubing to offer addition strength and flex during operation. Perfect hitch, Hitching System allows for a greater degree of movement in all directions between the machine and the tractor. Hitch Safety Chain is a precautionary measure taken in case the hitch, hitch bolts or tractor drawbar breaks during operation. A robust parking jack makes for easy hitching and detachment of the machine before and after operation. High Flotation Wheels improve the tracking of the machine in the lands while reducing compaction. Tandem Wheel System is available on various models. This system is coupled to the chassis by means of leaf springs and allows for the weight to be evenly distributed over all four wheels. Durable Imported Axels are made of the highest quality and all conform to the CE and/or European standards. Detachable Axels allow the customer to have several different wheel centres by being able to bolt on and off the different axel sizes. This also improves the practicalities of logistics when road and freight regulations infringe on the design of the machine. Rear Steering Axel is available on various models and allows for even greater movability when turning on the headlands. Hydraulically Braked Axels are available on various models. S-design Drawbar allows for a sharper turning circle ensuring greater and more streamlined movability. It also protects all hydraulic pipes and electrical cables to be protected while improving aesthetics and design. Inspection Window is placed in front of the machine, which allows the operator to view the contents and volume of the material in the hopper during operation. Inspection ladder is available on various models and allows the operator to access and inspect the hopper safely and easily. Integrated Steel Grid is able to remove foreign objects 65mm in diameter and bigger, that cause damage to the spreading mechanisms. ISOBUS single channel Kit are available on various models, with a plug and play option that will integrate with any ISOBUS ready tractor. This system controls the chain conveyor speed and in turn the application rate. ISOBUS dual channel kit is available on various models. This system controls the spinner speed as well as the chain conveyor speed which in turn controls the rate and spread pattern. Light & Camera Package is available on various models, and allows the machine to be used on national roads. The package includes includes two cameras and consists of high intensity LED flood lights, stratigically placed on the rear of the machine to provide light during night operations. Optional Features 3CR12 bin construction has a greater life span than that of Mild Steel and is used with mildly corrosive materials and in wetter climates where rust and corrosion is common. 304 stainless steel bin construction is used mostly in coastal regions where highly corrosive materials are being applied. (304 Stainless Steel lasts up to 20 times longer than mild steel.) Stand-alone hydraulic power-pack is used to supply sufficient oil flow to the various hydraulics on the machine should the tractor s hydraulics be insufficient. Rear Belt Attachment is an ideal solution for band placement. Orchard/Vineyard Spreading Kit is used to deflect material underneath trees and vines without distributing material directly behind the machine where it is not needed. 9 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

15 Door width of 730mm, Adjustable Sleuth Gate & a Robust Chain Conveyor System Adjustable High-performance Hydraulic Spinner Motors & Top Mounted Spinner Motors A Robust Three-speed Groundrelated Gearbox / Variable Drive Gearbox Sprung Drawbar Inspection Hatches and Cabinets Adjustable Deflector Veins Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 10

16 I H I A Single Axle Models D C B F J H A G E Tandem Axle Models F B C D J G E 11 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

17 MODEL RSP G RSP GTD RSP HTD RSP G RSP HS RSP HT RSP HS RSP HT Specifications LOAD CAPACITY (kg's) CAPACITY (m³) 6,5 6,5 6, ,5 15 EMPTY WEIGHT (kg's) REQ. OIL FLOW (l/min) SPEED GROUND RELATED GEARBOX RSP HT STD STD NA STD NA NA NA NA NA NA HYDRAULIC DRIVE GEARBOX OPT NA 22:1 NA 22:1 22:1 22:1 22:1 22:1 22:1 AXLE (mm) x x80 2x90 2x120 WHEELS 2 x 500/ /80 R /80 R 34 2 x 560/60 R x 560/60 R x 500/ x 600/ x 500/ x 500/60 R 22.5 TRACTOR POWER (hp/kw) 130/97 130/97 130/97 130/97 165/ / / / / /223 AXLE SUSPENSION N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A STD N/A STD STD STD REAR STEERING AXLE N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A STD STD INSPECTION LADDER N/A N/A N/A N/A STD STD STD STD STD STD INSPECTION FLANGE N/A N/A N/A N/A STD STD STD STD STD STD SPRUNG DRAWBAR OPT OPT OPT OPT STD STD STD STD STD STD INTERGRATED GRID OPT OPT OPT OPT OPT OPT OPT OPT STD STD SINGLE CHANEL ISO BUS KIT N/A N/A N/A N/A OPT OPT OPT OPT N/A N/A DUAL CHANEL ISO BUS KIT N/A N/A N/A N/A OPT OPT OPT OPT STD STD LIGHT & CAMERA PACKAGE N/A N/A N/A N/A OPT OPT OPT OPT STD STD A - OVERALL LENGTH (mm) B - DRAWBAR LENGTH (mm) C - BIN LENGTH D - REAR SECTION LENGTH (mm) E - OVERALL WIDTH (mm) F - BIN WIDTH (mm) G - WHEEL CENTRES (mm) H - OVERALL HEIGHT (mm) I - HITCH HEIGHT 457±50 538±50 538±50 495±50 491±50 459±50 530±50 462±50 452±50 575±50 J - AXLE HEIGHT RSP HT 4 x 600/55 R 26.5 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 12

18 13 BulkSpread

19 The introduction of the 1000mm chain spreader enabled the farmer to have a machine that could not only apply heavy rates of organic materials, but could also spread moderate to heavy rates of lime and gypsum and moderate rates of fertiliser. The large bin capacity allows the farmer to stay in his lands for a longer period of time when applying excessive rates of these materials 14

20 Features High-quality Painted mild steel bin and chassis construction is a welded construction made of sheet metal and plate while the chassis is constructed of a high grade tubing to offer addition strength and flex during operation. Hitch Safety Chain is a precautionary measure taken in case the hitch, hitch bolts or tractor drawbar breaks during operation. A robust parking jack makes for easy hitching and detachment of the machine before and after operation. S-design Drawbar allows for a sharper turning circle ensuring greater and more streamlined movability. Optional Features 3CR12 bin construction has a greater life span than that of Mild Steel and is used with mildly corrosive materials and in wetter climates where rust and corrosion is common. 304 stainless steel bin construction is used mostly in coastal regions where highly corrosive materials are being applied. (304 Stainless Steel lasts up to 20 times longer than mild steel.) Stand-alone hydraulic power-pack is used to supply sufficient oil flow to the various hydraulics on the machine should the tractors hydraulics be insufficient. Rear Belt Attachment is an ideal solution for band placement. Integrated Steel Grid is able to remove foreign objects 65mm in diameter and bigger, that cause damage to the spreading mechanisms. Door width of 1000mm, Adjustable Sleuth Gate & a Robust Chain Conveyor System Adjustable High-performance Hydraulic Spinner Motors, Top Mounted Spinner Motors & Spinner Shaft Beaters Adjustable Deflector Veins Dual Robust Three-speeground-related Gearbox Variable Drive Gearbox Perfect Hitch, Hitching System and Safety Chain 15 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

21 Specifications D MODEL RSP G RSP H RSP H LOAD CAPACITY (kg's) CAPACITY (m³) EMPTY WEIGHT (kg's) REQ. OIL FLOW (l/min) SPEED GROUND RELATED GEARBOX STD N/A N/A HYDRAULIC DRIVE GEARBOX N/A 22:1 22:1 AXLE (mm) WHEELS 2 x 560/60 R x 560/60 R x 600/ TRACTOR POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 140/ / /135 A - OVERALL LENGTH (mm) B - DRAWBAR LENGTH (mm) C - BIN LENGTH (mm) D - REAR SECTION LENGTH (mm) E - OVERALL WIDTH (mm) F - BIN WIDTH (mm) G - WHEEL CENTRES (mm) H - OVERALL HEIGHT (mm) I - HITCH HEIGHT (mm) 496±50 496±50 528±50 J - AXLE HEIGHT (mm) CB F I J H Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice A G E 16

22 17 CompacSpread

23 Crafted to have a delicate touch, the CompacSpread is the perfect solution for orchards and vineyards. With reduced dimensions and a compact design, this versatile machine easily navigates between your vines and trees. Broadcast your choice of materials across your orchard and vineyard, or distribute it evenly and accurately underneath low foliage, where it is most needed. 18

24 Features High-quality Painted mild steel bin and chassis construction is a welded construction made of sheet metal and plate while the chassis is constructed of a high grade tubing to offer addition strength and flex during operation. Hitch Safety Chain is a precautionary measure taken in case the hitch, hitch bolts or tractor drawbar breaks during operation. A robust parking jack makes for easy hitching and detachment of the machine before and after operation. S-design Drawbar allows for a sharper turning circle ensuring greater and more streamlined movability. Integrated Steel Grid is able to remove foreign objects 65mm in diameter and bigger that cause damage to the spreading mechanisms. Orchard/Vineyard Spreading Kit is used to deflect material underneath trees and vines without distributing material directly behind the machine where it is not needed. Optional Features 3CR12 bin construction has a greater life span than that of Mild Steel and is used with mildly corrosive materials and in wetter climates where rust and corrosion is common. 304 stainless steel bin construction is used mostly in coastal regions where highly corrosive materials are being applied. (304 Stainless Steel lasts up to 20 times longer than mild steel.) Stand-alone hydraulic power-pack is used to supply sufficient oil flow to the various hydraulics on the machine should the tractor s hydraulics be insufficient. Rear Belt Attachment is an ideal solution for band placement. Rear Belt Attachment Orchard/Vineyard Spreading Kit 19 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

25 Specifications MODEL RSP G RSP H RSP G RSP H LOAD CAPACITY (kg's) CAPACITY (m³) 2,5 2,5 4,5 4,5 REQ. OIL FLOW (l/min) EMPTY WEIGHT (kg's) SPEED GROUND RELATED GEARBOX STD N/A STD N/A HYDRAULIC DRIVE GEARBOX N/A 10:1 N/A 10:1 AXLE (mm) WHEELS 2 x 12.5/ x 12.5/ x 12.5/ x 12.5/ TRACTOR POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 60/45 60/45 75/56 75/56 A - OVERALL LENGTH (mm) B - DRAWBAR LENGTH (mm) C - BIN LENGTH (mm) D - REAR SECTION LENGTH (mm) E - OVERALL WIDTH (mm) F - BIN WIDTH (mm) G - WHEEL CENTRES (mm) H - OVERALL HEIGHT (mm) I - HITCH HEIGHT (mm) J - AXLE HEIGHT (mm) D C B F I J H A Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice G E 20

26 21 Tillage Equipment

27 Radium won contracts during the late 1960 s to manufacture tillage equipment for numerous local and international companies. As production continued Radium recognised that local farming practices required more suitable instruments. In conjunction with the former Agricultural Technical Services, Radium Engineering embarked on a research and development project. The aim was to create a product that could work at depths of 500mm without changing the angle of the shear. The outcome was the four-lever springtrip mechanism. The four-lever trip mechanism keeps the angle of the shear constant and trips-out when obstacles are encountered in the soil. The new device required a strong frame to carry the heavy tine assemblies. Radium Engineering therefore designed and developed the robust A-frame. The last step was to develop a shear and tine that would overcome the problematic bulldozing-effect of its predecessors. Mike Roest of Radium Engineering subsequently developed the V-sweep shear that did not smear the soil. This innovation led to the next advance, the hammerhead shear. Carefully engineered, the hammerhead design lifts the soil two inches and allows it to break up naturally as it flows over the shear. Unrivalled in efficiency, the hammerhead shear uses the least amount of energy per cubic meter of soil disturbed. The C-shaped tine was developed to allow the soil to flow freely over the shear while maintaining a surface angle that reduces packing of excess material among the tines. 22

28 Shear Comparison The hammerhead shear focusses all of the energy in the direction of travel. By using the correct combination of shear, tine, frame and trip mechanism (or shear-bolt mechanism) the entire working width of the machine can be thoroughly tilled at no extra cost. The vacuum formed beneath the shear guarantees that no smearing takes place and that no compaction layer forms. Designed to work with the soil, the hammerhead shear does not cause side-compaction. It simply breaks the soil into its natural state to improve soil structure, aeration and water-absorption. It ensures an optimum environment for any root system. Various Shears and their Energy Requirements Normal Knock-on Point Shears vs Radium Hammerhead Shears Energy use in kn A B C D E F, G, H Green line Hammerhead shear Soil profile: Working with a 50mm knock-on-point Effective soil disturbance = 36% of total working width and depth Energy requirements: Specific energy: 94 KJ p/m³ of soil disturbed Energy per hectare: 33 kw/ha Fuel consumption: 18 l/ha Red line Normal knock-on point Soil profile: Working with a 300mm hammer-head shear Effective soil disturbance = 85% of total working width and depth Energy requirements: Specific energy: 37 KJ p/m³ of soil disturbed Energy per hectare: 31 kw/ha Fuel consumption: 17 l/ha 23 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

29 Spring Trip Mechanism consists of a four-lever spring trip mechanism design that keeps the tine and shear in the ground at a constant angle, which achieves the optimum and real depth without altering the angle of the shear. If obstacles in the soil exert more than 18kN of force on the point, the mechanism will trip and allow the tine to move freely over obstacles before resetting itself. Four-Level Spring-Trip Mechanism Spring Trip Mechanism in working position Spring Trip Mechanism in trip position Shear Bolt Shank Protection is an additional safety that protects the tines and the mechanism if the jumpheight is insufficient. The high tensile bolt shears apart under excessive force, allowing the shank to give way to an unmovable obstacle and prevents further damage to the mechanism and the machine. Cast Steel Shanks is a new design with improved wearing properties and greater flexibility which improves the tines lifespan while reducing the customer s opreational costs. Hybrid Shears combine the effective hammerhead shears with the traditional V-sweep s design which optimises the wearing properties of the shear while utilzing 100% of the energy in the direction of travel. The new shark-fin design also lessens abrasion on the wear bar and tine thus, further reducing operational costs. Cast Steel Shank Hybrid Shears Wear Bars prevent any wear on the front of the tine. With the new reversible design the lifespan can be doubled while still offering adecute protection to the tine and once again reducing opperationl costs. Wear Bars Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 24

30 25 PowerRip

31 The Radium PowerRip is about the effective use of energy. It is a basic, three-point mounted machine that comes in practical sizes to match the available horsepower of most tractors. The machine manoeuvers easily on the headland and thus increases productivity. Weight is transferred to the front wheels of the tractor via the top link of the PowerRip. This reduces wheel slip and uses the tractor s output more efficiently. For reduced rolling resistance and optimised fuel consumption, the machine is constructed without large carry wheels. The unique tine configuration of the PowerRip allows for easy material flow. This reduces the packing of material within the tine layout and minimises wear on the components. These machines have a maximum work depth of 550mm and a maximum work speed of 7.5km/h. The PowerRip is a practical and versatile solution for most farming practices. 26

32 Features Robust Frame Construction»» Manufactured from high-grade square and rectangular tubing»» Reinforced with steel plates»» Torque and stresses are evenly distributed across the frame»» Unique design and shank trip assemblies prevent breakages»» 250mm shears till the soil completely over the entire work width of the machine»» Optimises material flow»» Reduces packing of material within the shanks 500mm Tine Spacing»» Wider tine spacing optimises work width»» Requires NO additional horsepower from the tractor»» Improves material flow in fields with heavy amounts of surface trash Optional Features Coulters Cage Rollers Universal 3-point Hitches Depth Control Wheels Coulters Cage Rollers 27 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

33 Specifications MODEL RCP105 RCP107 RCP109 RCP111 RCP113 RCP115 RCP117 NO. OF SHANKS SHANK SPACING (mm) HITCH (cat.) III NARROW III NARROW IV NARROW IV NARROW IV NARROW IV NARROW IV NARROW WORK WIDTH (mm) WIDTH (mm) LENGTH (mm) LENGTH WITH ROLLERS (mm) HEIGHT (mm) WEIGHT (kg's) WEIGHT WITH ROLLER (kg's) WEIGHT WITH COULTERS & ROLLERS (kg's) DEPTH CONTROL WHEELS 2 x 7.50 x x 7.50 x x 12.5/ X 7.50 X x 12.5/ x 12.5/ x 12.5/ TRACTOR POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 120/90 180/ / / / / /375 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 28

34 29 ZoneTill

35 Rising input costs and ever more unpredictable weather patterns raise questions over the efficiency and viability of existing, conventional tillage methods. Radium regarded the issues carefully and developed the ZoneTill. The concept of this machine is to work the soil only in the root-development areas by configuring the tiller exactly like the planter. This enables the farmer to work only particular strips of soil over wider areas. The result is increased productivity and lower input costs. Radium kept the design of the ZoneTill simple and robust. The spring-trip assembly from the PowerRip, along with the unique C-shaped tine and hammerhead shear, lets the farmer disturb the greatest amount of soil around the root zone while using the least amount of energy. The unbeatable hammerhead shear ensures that no side compaction or smearing occurs. This encourages early and improved root development, faster water absorption and increased soil aeration. The ZoneTill creates an ideal seedbed for row crops. Working in stubble and surface material is hassle-free with the addition of coulters, row closers and rollers. Further tillage operations, like the use of disc harrows, are no longer necessary. The rear-mounted rollers break apart larger clods usually brought to the surface during dry season. This versatile machine thereby allows farmers to work the soil whenever it suits them 30

36 Features Robust Frame Construction, manufactured from highgrade square and rectangular tubing and reinforced with steel plates. Coulter Beam adds extra strength and rigidity to the frame, reducing flex and preventing breakages. Accessory Beam adds extra strength and rigidity to the frame. It reduces flex, prevents breakages and serves as a support bar for the row closers and rollers behind each tine. Adjustable Drawbar by means of a hydraulic cylinder, available on trailed models, improves tracking in the land and reduces wear on the shears. The ability to adjust the drawbar hydraulically allows transport of the machine in a level position which keeps the machine balanced and stable on the roads. Wheel System and Depth Control (Trailed Models Only), the heavy duty torque tube ensures the wheels lift and lower the machine evenly. The wheel system acts as the depth control, while the cylinder stops maintain a constant operating depth at all times. Customized Row Spacing, according to the planter or the row widths of the crops, allows the machine and the planter to work in the same zone. Universal 3-point Hitches Coulters Optional Features Leister Markers are positioned behind the machine to make guiding furrows. The wheels of the planting tractor run in these furrows as a form of guidance. Hydraulic Markers can be placed on the side of the machine to mark the next line the tractor needs to follow to ensure symmetrical rows. Row Closers Individual Cage Rollers Depth Control Wheels Root Zone Soil Profile 31 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

37 Specifications MODEL RTS102 RTS103 RTS104 RTS105 RTS106 RTS108 RTS110 RTS112T RTS114T RTS116T NO. OF ROWS ROW SPACING (mm) 760/* /* /* /* /* /* CARRY WHEELS DEPTH CONTROL WHEELS N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 2 X 6.00 X X 7.50 X X 7.50 X X 7.50 X X 7.50 X X 7.50 X X 7.50 X X 560/60 R X 7.50 X X 560/60 R X 7.50 X X 560/60 R 22.5 HITCH (cat.) II II II II III IV Narrow IV Narrow Trailed Trailed Trailed WIDTH (mm) /* /* /* /* /* TRANSPORT WIDTH (mm) /* /* /* /* /* LENGTH (mm) HEIGHT (mm) WEIGHT (kg's) /* /* /* /* /* TRACTOR POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 6 X 7.50 X /52 100/75 135/ / / / / / / /448 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 32

38 33 Dual Tine Ripper

39 Radium Engineering saw a need for deep-rip traffic control applications in some parts of South Africa. In cooperation with the former Agricultural Technical Services, Radium embarked on a research and development campaign. Initial testing revealed that ripping in specific soil types, like sandy soils, caused unforeseen complications. When tines penetrated deeper than 500mm, a compaction layer could form from the bottom upwards. The result was a tunnel-like effect deep below the surface that would ultimately lead to even greater compaction. After several experiments the Dual Tine Ripper was born. The idea was to run two or three aligned tines directly behind one another. Each tine then rips only 300mm of soil. Tine-positioning was absolutely critical in allowing each shear to work in the vacuum created by the shear ahead of it. Incorrect placement required double the amount of work and drastically increased energy requirements. Radium determined the correct combination of shears, their sequence and size and found that draught requirements were considerably reduced. Radium s new design used 40% less energy and the result was an ideal root zone of up to 1000mm deep without any side-compaction. The Dual Tine Ripper eliminated compaction around and below the deep-working sheers and allowed water and roots to penetrate deeper for improved and more consistent growth. 34

40 Features Robust Frame Construction, from high-grade square and rectangular tubing reinforced with steel plates, ensures that torque and stresses are evenly distributed across the frame. The unique design and shank trip assemblies prevent breakages. Customized Row Spacing, according to the planter or the row widths of the crops allows the machine and the planter to work in the same zone. Hardened Bushes on the Tine Clamp prevent elongation where the shear bolts and swivel bolts are attached ensuring the shear angle remains constant and true. Universal 3-point Hitches are welded onto the frame and reinforced, meeting international ISO standards with settings to adjust the top pin to switch between standard- and quick-hitch linkage. Optional Features Third Shank of 1200mm can be added behind the two front shanks for an extra working depth of up to 1000mm. Row Closers follows each tine to close up any furrows left by the tilling operations. It builds up the soil to compensate for over settling after the rains and ensures an even and level seedbed. Individual Cage Rollers only work on the tilled zone and ensures a level and smooth seedbed for the planter. Leister Markers are positioned behind the machine to make guiding furrows. The wheels of the planting tractor run in these furrows as a form of guidance. Hydraulic Markers can be placed on the side of the machine to mark the next line the tractor needs to follow to ensure symmetrical rows. Coulters Depth Control Wheels Cast Steel Shanks 35 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

41 MODEL RDT012 RDT022 RDT032 RDT042 RDT052 RDT062 RDT082 NO. OF ROWS ROW SPACING (mm) N/A Specifications DEPTH CONTROL WHEELS 2 X 6.00 X X 7.50 X X 7.50 X X 400/ X 400/ X 400/ X 400/ HITCH (cat.) II II III IV NARROW IV NARROW IV NARROW IV WIDTH (mm) LENGTH (mm) LENGTH WITH ROLLER (mm) LENGTH WITH COULTERS & ROLLER (mm) HEIGHT (mm) WEIGHT (kg's) WEIGHT WITH ROLLERS (kg's) WEIGHT WITH COULTERS & ROLLER (kg's) WEIGHT WITH COULTERS, ROW CLOSERS & ROLLERS (kg's) TRACTOR POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 90/65 180/ / / / / /450 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 36

42 37 Pasturator

43 Radium s Pasturators were engineered with dairy farms in mind. Its original purpose was to break up compacted soil just below the grazing plane on planted pastures. The design has proven far more versatile and its use in natural pastures, on instant lawn, or for small-scale ripping is increasingly popular. Coulters slice a neat path ahead of each shank as they pass through the pasture. The shanks are designed to lift the soil beneath the surface of the grazing and/or pasture without causing any damage to the surface crop. Behind the shank a roller firms out the surface and closes any furrows left in its wake. Regular use of a Radium Pasturator aerates the soil and increases water movement and penetration. Improved root development in pastures result in a greater crop yield. A good pasturator is essential to reduce the compaction caused by livestock and vehicle movement over pastures and lands. 38

44 Features Robust Frame Construction»» Manufactured from high-grade square and rectangular tubing»» Reinforced with steel plates»» Torque and stresses are evenly distributed across the frame»» Unique design and shank trip assemblies prevent breakages Universal 3-point Hitches»» Robust 3-point hitches welded onto the frame and reinforced»» Meets international ISO standards»» Adjust the top pin to switch between standardand quick-hitch linkage Adjustable Tine Spacing»» Tine clamps and coulters are adjustable»» Set various row widths to suit the requirements»» Allows for tines to be added and removed Staggered Tine Alignment»» Shanks are staggered along the beam»» Improves material flow»» Prevents large clods from being brought up in dry conditions Various Shear Options»» Several different shears available to suit all conditions»» Easily swop around by means of a knock-onpoint Coulters Cage Roller with Depth Control Shear Bolt Shank Protection 39 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

45 MODEL RPR002 RPR003 RPR004 RPR005 RPR007 NO. OF TINES TINE SPACING (mm) WORKING WIDTH (mm) WIDTH (mm) LENGTH (mm) HEIGHT (mm) WEIGHT (kg's) HITCH (cat.) II II II II II RECOMMENDED POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 50/38 75/56 100/75 125/93 150/112 Specifications Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 40

46 41 Rock Removal Equipment

47 After the introduction of the Schulte Rock Removal Equipment in 2014, Radium Engineering has been overwhelmed with positive feedback due to the practicality of the equipment with its simple, robust and user friendly design. Cleaner and more level lands is becoming a necessity for farmers due to larger, more sophisticated planting, application and tillage equipment which are sensitive to foreign obstacles such as rocks in the field. The importance of working faster and more productively is increasing and the Rock Removal Equipment assists in achieving this. A clean even field not only allows for greater production and faster in-land applications, but also reduces maintenance and unforeseen breakages on tractors and equipment that work in-field. 42

48 43 Rock Windrowers

49 The Pivoting Rock Windrower is designed to windrow small to medium rocks with ease, forming them into neat uniform rows ready for pick up by a rock picker. Roots, stumps, chips and other debris from land clearing operations can also be windrowed. As an added bonus, the windrower has a roto-tilling action which tends to break up lumps and level the ground. Its added tooth length increases the combing action of the rake and allows for superior windrowing of rocks. Rural municipalities and counties use it to reclaim gravel from roadsides, proving the machine s rugged construction and durability. This implement employs a side delivery frame arrangement which allows the operator to better control the size of windrows, regardless of rock conditions. The windrower s patented floating drum arrangement allows the wheels to be placed closer to the windrower drum, resulting in excellent ground following characteristics. Power is supplied to the windrower drum via a heavy duty PTO drive line which includes a slip clutch and shear bolt arrangement for protection against excessive shock loads. The final drive chain is totally enclosed for longer service life. 44

50 Features Ultra-narrow transport width allows the farmer to transport the windrower with ease from field to field. Windrows 5-69cm rocks with ease forming them into neat uniform rows while also creating a level and clean field. Heavy duty PTO drive line includes a slip clutch and shear bolt arrangement for protection against excessive shock loads. Enclosed final drive chain allows for longer service life Heavy duty windrow drum is constucted of a heavy wall of high tensile strength steel tube. Hard surffaced teeth are welded directly to the drum pipe, resulting in problem-free operation even in difficult conditions. Drum Speed is reduced to 117rpm from a 540rpm PTO input from the tractor. Transport Width Windrow Drum & Teeth Heavy Duty PTO Drive Line Fully Enclosed Drive Chain 45 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

51 Specifications MODEL SRW1400 SRW800 WORKING WIDTH (mm) HYDRAULIC REQUIREMENTS (l/min) 12.5 bar 12.5 bar RECOMMENDED GROUND SPEED (k/hr.) 3 3 WHEELS 9.5L X /6.5 X 8 TRANSPORT WIDTH (mm) TRANSPORT LENGTH (mm) TRANSPORT HEIGHT (mm) WEIGHT (kg's) TRACTOR POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) / /30-75 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 46

52 47 Rock Pickers

53 The Rock Picker gathers up the windrowed stones into a hopper to cart them off the field. The tine bars are spring loaded when there is a large rock the spring stretches to absorb the shock loading. These units windrow scattered rock from 5cm to 69cm diameter, into neat rows, greatly reducing the time required to clear rock and debris from the field. Fields full of rocks are a menace for all farmers some might even feel there is a new crop of stones each season. This creates havoc on harrowing, harvesting and mowing machines. Due to the increasing costs of manual labour over the last couple of years, mechanical stone and rock picking has become a critical part of farming. This increases the lifespan of other implements as well as productivity, and helps to save time. 48

54 Features Extra-long hitch pole pole is adjusted from transport to field position by means of a hydraulic cylinder and improves the picking performance by positioning the rock picker grate to the side of the tractor for ease of visual picking. The Flow Control Kit helps to control the reel speed when hydraulic flow cannot be adjusted on the tractor.. High preformance hydraulic motor is coupled with a crossover relief valve which cushions shock loads on the reel. Durable tapered T-iron grates eliminate jamming while sifting soil. Large heavy wire batt springs hold batts firmly in place and cushion shock loads. Heavy duty tires provide superior floatation and wear resistance. High trip clearance reel provides superior performance in collecting all rock sizes from 5 to 69cm diameter due to the three bat reel design. Grated hopper bottom allows soil to be sifted out the rock and returned to the lands. Heavy Duty Grate & Reel is hardend with 450 steel and replacable grate teeth. Hydraulic Swing Hitch Heavy Duty Grate & Reel Dumping 49 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

55 Specifications MODEL 2500 GIANT SPR8000 PICKING WIDTH (mm) HOPPER SIZE (m 3 ) 1,9 2,29 TRACTOR POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) / / TRACTOR HYDRAULIC REQUIREMENTS (l/min) 12.5 bar 12.5 bar RECOMMENDED REEL SPEED (rpm) PICK ROCKS SIZE 5cm - 69cm 5cm - 69cm WHEELS 16.0L X 16.1 X 10 PLY 16.5L X 16.1 X 10 PLY RECOMMENDED REEL SPEED rpm rpm DUMPING HEIGHT (mm) OVERALL WIDTH (mm) OVERALL LENGTH (mm) TRANSPORT HEIGHT (mm) WEIGHT (kg's) Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 50

56 51 Rotary Cutters

57 A dynamic range of Rotary Cutters if offered to the Farmer from Radium Engineering, with sizes ranging form 1.8m to 12.8m with numerous options and accesories available to suite every farmers and contractors rotary cutter applications. 52

58 53 ProCut Rotary Cutters

59 2015 sees the rollout of Radium Engineering s third generation Rotary Cutters: new models featuring a host of new features to improve functionality and versatility. The Generation III ProCut Rotary Cutters received a complete overhaul while retaining the basic principles that have made them so successful. The Radium design team enhanced the ergonomics and cosmetic appearances and also focussed on the cutting and drive line systems. The new blade system incorporates the principles of the Schulte Rotary Cutters: their tried and tested blades and blade bolts increases the longevity and performance of the machine. The newly designed ultra-heavy duty spinner plates increases the blade movement whilst decreasing stresses on the drive line. Radium Engineering introduced a higher blade tip speed for a cleaner, more effective cut. It is powered by imported, extra heavy duty gearboxes with high torque and power ratings. This will supersede the output power rating of the average tractor used in front of the differently sized machines. The new PTO shafts are oversized with pre-torqued and self-adjusting slip-clutches to ensure the correct tension is always applied to the clutches. This ensures accurate slipping and prevents any damages to the gearbox. New safety chains in the front and the rear of the machine stop foreign objects from exiting the working zone and causing damage to the tractor. It also reduces incidents that can result in injury to bystanders. The new safety chain system allows the machine to be operated in both forward and backward operations for bush clearing and applications where front mounted 3-point hitches are applicable. New hitches have been installed to fit all category II hitches. A new floating system has been incorporated that works in conjunction with the new trailing wheels and height control system, ensuring a constant and even cut. 54

60 Features Ultra robust frame and body construction keeps the deck of the machine rigid while holding the drive line and blad mechanisms in place, while keeping the operator safe from any flying opbjects. Detachable deflector plates is inserted below the deck around the blad cutting systems which in turn holds the material for a greater periodwhich increased mulching effect Adjustable hitches are mounted on an independent frame and allows the opperator to move the hitches up to 150mm off centre. Floating hitch keeps the machine straight and level and independent from the tractors toplink to follow the terain more constantly and evenly. Heavy duty drive line comprises of pre-torqued, selfadjusting PTO slip clutches coupled on to imported heavy duty gearboxes to make for a low maintenance solution without human error. Blades are strengthend through a hardening process and then shot peened to introduce compressive surfface stresses over the entire length of the blade, which inhances durability and extends fatigue life of the blade. Bolts has an exclusive pentagon anti-rotational resistance where the blade fastens to the jumper pans. Deck ring is fitted between the blades and the deck which stops the blades rising when obsticals are encounterd and also helps with material flow. Drive Line Front and rear safety chains Ultra heavy duty round spinner with reinforced spinner bar Height adjustable trailing wheels 55 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

61 Specifications MODEL RSE180 RSE200 RHE300 WORKING WIDTH (mm) CUTTING HEIGHT (mm) BLADE TIP SPEED (m/min) DIVIDER GEARBOX RATING (hp/kw) N/A N/A 100/73.5 CENTRE & SIDE GEARBOX RATING (hp/kw) 69/ /81 69/51.5 WIDTH (mm) LENGTH (mm) HEIGHT (mm) WEIGHT (kg's) HITCH (cat.) II II II RECOMMENDED POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 65/48 80/60 100/75 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 56

62 57 Flex-Wing Rotary Cutters

63 Radium Engineering has introduced a new range of Flex-Wing Rotary Cutters from the Canadian manufacturers Schulte. The Flex-Wing Rotary Cutters offer practicality when it comes to large areas of various materials in a multitude of terrains and circumstances. Whether the farmer is cutting grass or wheat straw, a solution is now offered with various features and accessories. The material can be evenly distributed over the working width of the rotary cutter, which enables the material to be evenly dried and equally broken down. Due to the innovative design, minimal horsepower is required to work a greater area and to achieve huge cost reductions. The Flex-Wing design encourages a constant and even cut over the entire work width of the machine, regardless of the terain as each section independently cuts its area without leaving an overlap. 58

64 Features Domed Deck is constructed out of 5mm thick material and is continuously welded. This design makes the cutter easy to clean and prevents pooling of water and rusting and helps shed debris faster and easier during operation. Increased Frame Dept improves material flow underneath the machine and reduces input power requirements. Heavy Duty Stub Axles comprise of extremely durable hubs and spindles that hold the wheels and carry the weight of the machine. Deck Protections Rings protects the deck from the blades, should an encounter with a foreign object cause the blades to jump up.. Wheel System employs heavy-duty turnbuckles which link the central wheel system to the wheel system on the folding wings and ensures a constant and level cutting height throughout the machine. Heavy Duty Drive Line System is a robust system that ensures peak performance at all times and is compiled of a splitter gearbox and right-angel gearboxes joined together by heavy-duty PTO shafts with self-adjusting slip clutches. Single Centre Lock-up System allows the operator to lock the lifting cylinder into place for transport. Susspension comprises of either a heavy duty rubber puck system or compression spring to eliminate shock on the tractor as well as on the machine. Jumper pans are a spun formed pan that fits over the spinner bar, which allows the machine to move over foreighn obsticles when entoured during cutting. Spun Formed Jumper Pans Levelling System Heavy Duty Drive Line System Centre Suspension Ball valve wing lock up system Heavy duty cast hinge line with wiper seals 59 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

65 Specifications MODEL FX1800 FX318 FX520 FX5026 FX530 FX742 CUTTING WIDTH (mm) CUTTING HEIGHT (mm) BLADE TIP SPEED (m/min) WING FLOATING RANGE 25⁰ down 30⁰ up 25⁰ down 30⁰ up 25⁰ down 40⁰ up 15⁰ down 45⁰ up 16⁰ down 21⁰ up 11⁰ down 13⁰ up 8⁰ down 9⁰ up DIVIDER GEARBOX RATING (hp/kw) 260/ / / / / /261 CENTRE & WING GEARBOX RATING (hp/kw) 3 x 210/157 3 x 210/157 5 x 210/157 5 x 210/157 5 x 210/157 7 x 210/157 WIDTH (mm) TRANSPORT WIDTH (mm) / LENGTH (mm) TRANSPORT HEIGHT (mm) / WEIGHT (kg's) HITCH WEIGHT (kg's) TRACTOR POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 85/63 90/67 100/75 120/90 200/ /186 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 60

66 61 Fixed Knife Technology

67 Adopting all the characteristics of the Flex-Wing Rotary Cutters, Fixed Knife Technology is introduced by fitting two blades, one above another, on each side of the cutter bar that replaces the jumper pan unit. Stationary fixed knives are then strategically positioned under the deck of the cutter, whereby the two knives pass over and under the fixed knife, slamming the crop residue into the fixed knife. This material is then broken up and distributed evenly across the work width of the machine by making use of baffle plates. The points of each rotating blade split in two and pass by both sides of a fixed blade. The cut plant material or crop residues is then pulled in and carved up. The fixed blades are mounted on shear bolts, while all rotating blades are protected by slip clutches. It is just as handy for fruit and grape farmers that want to shred branches and leaves for compost during the pruning season. 62

68 Features Using Schulte s Fixed Knife Technology, crop residue is slammed into stationary fixed knives, mounted in strategic positions under the deck of the cutter, by free swinging blade sets moving at up to 16,000 feet per minute. Mounted baffle distribution plates direct the mulched material out of the cutter with an even spread. Shattered stalks or crop residue decompose rapidly because the shattered material is opened to microbes and weathering. The stationary fixed knives are protected by shear bolts which allow them to pivot when required. The free swinging blades are each protected individually by slip clutches. Schulte flex wing cutters are manoeuvrable with easy 3m transport width, even on the largest models. Many competitive flail choppers are very wide to transport or must be end towed. Schulte flex wing cutters have built in suspension to handle the roughest ground conditions. Schulte flex wing cutters are designed to work in most row crop spacing s by using adjustable wheel standards or axle spindles. Optional rubber belting on each model helps to create more vacuum under the cutter deck and control blow out of material which can then fall on top of the deck. Fixed knives with free swinging updraft bottom blades are to be used in dry material, such as corn, sun flowers, rice, oil seed, cereal crops and grass seed straw. Fixed knives with free swinging flat bottom blades are generally used to cut green material or wet cotton stalks. Fixed knives can be easily removed to cut green grass and pasture or set aside making the Schulte cutter a multipurpose tool as compared to traditional flail choppers. Fixed Knife units can also be used in orchard or vineyard pruning s to mulch branches. 63 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

69 Specifications MODEL FX1800FK FX520FK 5026FK FX530FK FX742FK CUTTING WIDTH (mm) CUTTING HEIGHT (mm) BLADE TIP SPEED (m/min) WING FLOATING RANGE 25⁰ down 30⁰ up 25⁰ down 40⁰ up 15⁰ down 45⁰ up 16⁰ down 21⁰ up 11⁰ down 13⁰ up 8⁰ down 9⁰ up DIVIDER GEARBOX RATING (hp/kw) 260/ / / / /261 CENTRE & WING GEARBOX RATING (hp/kw) 3 x 210/157 5 x 210/157 5 x 210/157 5 x 210/157 7 x 210/157 WIDTH (mm) TRANSPORT WIDTH (mm) / LENGTH (mm) TRANSPORT HEIGHT (mm) / WEIGHT (kg's) HITCH WEIGHT (kg's) TRACTOR POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 100/75 100/75 135/ / /186 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 64

70 65 Feed & Mixing Equipment

71 Radium Engineering takes pride in the exacting standards and highquality specification of its machines. Mindful of this, Radium ran a campaign during 2009 and 2010 to source and import a range of feed mixers that would complement their current range of equipment. The goal was to find a reputable manufacturer with extensive experience on a global scale that is able to deliver both expert advice and a machine that is useful, durable and cost effective. Radium now offers the extensive Matrix product range. With endless options of sizes, attachments and versatility, this range takes all aspects of feeding into account. From high concentrate rations to basic TMR rations, to straight roughage rations, these feeding machines are built with the needs of every livestock farmer in mind. 66

72 67 Vertical Feed Mixers

73 Perfect for small to large farmers, these machines can shred and mix all the components of a unifeed ration. All the models in the Vertical range can be loaded with whole round or square bales. These machines are especially suited for processing great quantities of fibrous products like straw and hay. With compact dimensions, the Vertical mixers are perfect for work on farms with narrow or low ways. These trailed mixer wagons come with either one, two or three vertical augers. The augers have a differential diameter spiral equipped with knives and counter-knives. Exceptional construction quality assures a long life, great reliability and low running expenses 68

74 Features Integrated Chassis make the machine lighter and achieves greater ground clearance without compromising on the compact design. Adjustable Draw Bar allows the machine to always remain level with the tractor and improves tracking and ground clearance. Hydraulic Support Foot is fitted to the draw bar of the machine to allow the user to effortlessly hitch and unhitch the machine without leaving the tractor. PTO Shaft is matched to the size of the machine, while the shear bolt prevents any damage to the tractor or the machine should an obstruction be caught in the mixing tank. Inspection Ladder is positioned in the front of the machine allowing anyone to view the inside of the machine safely. Optional Features Electro-Hydraulic Remote Control eliminates the need for excess cables from the machine to the tractor - an ideal addition for cab tractors. Wide Angle PTO allows the tractor and machine to make sharp turns without disengaging the PTO. Extended Discharge Conveyor increases the discharge height. Additional Cutting Knives are fitted to the auger between the larger triangular knives to improve cutting time and achieve a finer cut. Hydraulic Counter Knives reduces cutting and mixing time. Automatic Counter Knives are used in conjunction with the hydraulic counter knives to allow the user to program the counter knives to be inserted and retracted automatically at predetermined intervals. Vertical Augers Planetary Gearbox Counter Knives Discharge Conveyor Weighing System Remote Cables 69 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

75 Specifications MODEL MFX004 MFX006 MFX007 MFX009 MFX011 MFX013 MFX015 MFX018 MFX020 MFX022 Xeno CAPACITY (m³) CAPACITY (kg's) LENGTH (mm) WIDTH (mm) HEIGHT (mm) EMPTY WEIGHT (kg's) WHEELS 2 X 12.5 X X R X R X R X 400/60 R X 400/60 R X 400/60 R X 435/50 R X 435/50 R 19.5 NO. OF AUGERS RECOMMENDED POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 50/35 55/40 60/45 75/55 90/65 105/75 120/90 140/ / /135 2 X 435/50 R 19.5 Radon MODEL MFR016 MFR018 MFR021 MFR026 MFR030 MFR032 CAPACITY (m³) CAPACITY (kg's) LENGTH (mm) WIDTH (mm) HEIGHT (mm) EMPTY WEIGHT (kg's) WHEELS 2 X 400/60 R X 445/45 R X 445/45 R X 435/50 R X 435/50 R 19.5 NO. OF AUGERS X 435/50 R 19.5 RECOMMENDED POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 115/85 135/ / / / /165 MODEL MFR007B MFR010B MFR013B MFR014B MFR016B MFR018B MFR022B MFR024B MFR026B MFR032B Radon Bio ELECTRIC MOTOR (kw) CAPACITY (m³) CAPACITY (kg's) LENGTH (mm) WIDTH (mm) HEIGHT (mm) EMPTY WEIGHT (kg's) NO. OF AUGERS Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 70

76 71 Horizontal Feed Mixers

77 The Horizontal series is a trailed mixer wagon with two, horizontal, counter-rotating augers. The machine is designed for the prompt shredding and mixing of all kinds of products to get a soft and uniform unifeed ration. It is possible to load whole round and square bales into these machines without any pre-cutting required. 72

78 Features Integrated Chassis and integrated mixing bin make the machine lighter to achieve greater ground clearance without compromising on the compact design. Adjustable Draw Bar allows the machine to always remain level with the tractor and improves tracking and ground clearance. Hydraulic Support Foot is fitted to the draw bar of the machine to effortlessly hitch and unhitch the machine without leaving the tractor. PTO Shaft is matched to the size of the machine. The shear bolt prevents any damage to the tractor or the machine should an obstruction be caught in the mixing tank. Inspection Ladder is positioned in the front of the machine and allows anyone to view the inside of the machine safely. Remote Cables are fitted to the hydraulic control bank on the machine and mounted on the tractor, making it easy for the tractor operator to reach and operate the hydraulic functions of the mixer. Optional Features Electro-Hydraulic Remote Control eliminates the need for excess cables from the machine to the tractor, making it an ideal addition for cab tractors. Wide Angle PTO allows the tractor and machine to make sharp turns without disengaging the PTO. Extended Discharge Conveyorattach a longer conveyor for an increased discharge height. Counter Rotating Augers Auger Transmission Rear Loading Chute Weighing System Discharge Conveyor 73 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

79 Specifications MODEL MFA007 MFA009 MFA012 MFA015 MFA018 MFA020 Argon Bio Argon CAPACITY (m³) 7 9, CAPACITY (kg's) LENGTH (mm) WIDTH (mm) HEIGHT (mm) EMPTY WEIGHT (kg's) WHEELS 2 X 11.5/80 R X 11.5/80 R X 13.0/65 R 18 2 X 315/70 R X 385/65 R X 385/65 R 22.5 RECOMMENDED POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 65/50 80/60 95/70 115/85 130/95 150/110 MODEL MFA007B MFA009B MFA012B MFA015B MFA018B MFA020B ELECTRIC MOTOR (kw) CAPACITY (m³) 7 9, CAPACITY (kg's) LENGTH (mm) WIDTH (mm) HEIGHT (mm) EMPTY WEIGHT (kg's) NO. OF AUGERS Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 74

80 75 Road Graders

81 At the request of international construction companies, the mid-1980 s saw the production of tractor-drawn graders in the Radium factory. Soon Radium decided to extend their own product range with the addition of various forms of maintenance graders. Since then constant improvements have been made to these machines. Radium Engineering boasts a range of graders that are user-friendly, practical and multipurpose. Their robust designs require minimal maintenance. Built for road development and maintenance, Radium s new road graders are versatile enough to be used for contours, fence-line clearing, land-levelling, fire-breaks and cut-lines. 76

82 3-Point Grader This light-duty maintenance grader couples directly to the tractor s 3-point linkage. The basic design allows for all operations to be carried out mechanically. The blade can be rotated 360 degrees for pushing and levelling. 77

83 Features Weighted Mouldboard aadds additional weight on the cutting edge and increases ground penetration, while preventing the machine from moving around during operation. Mechanical Blade Tilt adjusts the blade from left to right, which easily creates a chamber on the road surface or on contours. Off-Centre Operation allows the blade to work in an off-centre position to work along fence lines or under low-lying branches where tractors cannot pass. 360 Degree Blade Rotation sets the blade to fixed points for the required angle which allows material to move to the desired side of the blade. Full blade rotation allows the blade to work in the reverse direction to push or level various materials and areas. Depth Control sets the working depth by means or two, rear, depth control skids and also prevents removing too much material. Category I and II Hitch allows the operator to easily switch between bigger and smaller tractors. Specifications MODEL RGR030 BLADE WIDTH (mm) 2400 TRANSPORT WIDTH (mm) 2078 LENGTH (mm) 984 TRANSPORT LENGTH (mm) 984 WORKING HEIGHT (mm) 1130 WEIGHT (kg's) 300 WHEELS HITCH (cat.) N/A I & II BLADE ANGLE 30 RECOMMENDED POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 50/38 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 78

84 Uni & Agri-Graders Creating fire breaks, levelling areas, making new roads and every-day maintenance is easy with these practical and versatile graders. The Uni and Agri-Graders require very little maintenance to keep them in good standing. Well thought-out controls and functionality make these machines very user friendly and accurate when it is most required. 79

85 Features Weighted Blade Box adds weight to the blade for a deeper surface penetration while allowing the machine to cut into the surface effortlessly regardless of the terrain and surface conditions. Ballasted Wheel Arms add more weight to the blade during operation while allowing for placement of additional weight on one side of the blade when it is required for a deep cutt. Perfect hitch, Hitching System allows for a greater degree of movement in all directions between the machine and the tractor. Reversible Cutting Edges comprise of two interchangeable cutting edges. This allows for optimisation of wear on the blades by being able to swop the cutting edges from the left side to the right side when the blade corners have worn round and lose their ability to penetrate Hydraulic Lift and Tilt is controlled by two independently regulated wheels and lift arms that smoothly and effortlessly changes the tilt of the blade during operation while working in uneven terrain with better control for a perfect surface finish Two-Lever Hydraulic Control valve aallow the graders to be used on tractors that have only one hydraulic port. The valve is mounted on the side of the tractor where the operator can reach it and operates the independently controlled wheels to alter the lift and the tilt of the blade. Mechanical Blade Angling sets the angle of the blade through a series of pre-defined holes which locks the blade in to the required angle that ensures the blade angel does not shift during operation. Off-Centre Operation allows the machine to work off-centre of the tractor s operating centre, which enables the machine to work along fence lines or under low-lying branches and along steep embankments where tractors cannot pass. Specifications MODEL RGR100 RGR150 BLADE WIDTH (mm) TRANSPORT WIDTH (mm) LENGTH (mm) TRANSPORT LENGTH (mm) WORKING HEIGHT (mm) WEIGHT (kg's) WHEELS 2 X 6.00 X X 7.50 X 16.0 HITCH (cat.) TRAILED TRAILED BLADE ANGLE RECOMMENDED POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 70/52 90/67 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 80

86 81 Universal Grader

87 The Universal Grader is by far the most versatile and practical tractor-drawn road grader on the market today. All the operations for this grader are carried out from a safe, comfortable operator s chair on the grader itself. With a 360 degree view and fast acting controls the operator can respond to the terrain quickly and effectively. Without the added stresses of speed and direction control the operator can focus on creating the perfect road surface. 82

88 Features Five-lever Hydraulic Control Valve uses the tractors and along steep embankments where tractors hydraulic supply to carry out all opperations of the cannot pass and allows the the operator to maintain Grader and is situated on the grader within easy reach a constant straight line even if the tractor driver of the operator. deviates slightly off course. Hydraulic Lift and Tilt is controlled by two Weighted Blade Box adds weight to the blade independently regulated wheels and lift arms that for a deeper surface penetration while allowing the smoothly and effortlessly changes the tilt of machine to cut into the surface effortlessly the blade during operation while working in uneven regardless of the terrain and surface conditions. terrain with better control for a perfect surface finish. Ballasted Wheel Arms adds more weight to the Hydraulic Angling of the Blade sets the blade angle blade during operation while allowing for placement hydraulically at any time during operation, which of additional weight on one side of the blade when it alters the angle to assist with deeper cutting or is required for a deep cut. greater load removal. Reversible Cutting Edges comprise of two Hydraulic Steering assists with steering into a cut interchangeable cutting edges which allows for should the blade want to move in a certain direction optimisation of wear on the blades by being able and allows for off-centre blade positioning to to swop the cutting edges from the left side to work along fence lines or under low-lying branches the right side when the blade corners have worn round and lose their ability to penetrate. Five-Shank Scarifier is positioned in front of the blade along the draw bar and is controlled by means of hydraulic cylinders from the operator s seat which allow the scarifier to be lowered and raised as needed. Which in turn rips up hard ground or compacted material that the blade can t remove by itself. The shanks also have depth control adjustments to adapt to all conditions. Perfect hitch, Hitching System allows for a greater degree of movement in all directions between the machine and the tractor. Operators Safety Chair is equipped with safety belts and arm rests to ensure operator safety and is strategically placed for the opperator to access the controls with ease. Five-Shank Scarifier Five-lever Hydraulic Control Bank 83 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice

89 Specifications MODEL RGR250 BLADE WIDTH (mm) 3000 TRANSPORT WIDTH (mm) 2121 LENGTH (mm) 7750 TRANSPORT LENGTH (mm) 5630 WORKING HEIGHT (mm) 1457 WEIGHT (kg's) 2500 WHEELS 2 X 7.50 X 16.0 HITCH (cat.) TRAILED BLADE ANGLE VARIABLE RECOMMENDED POWER REQUIREMENT (hp/kw) 110/82 Due to a process of on-going product development, Radium Engineering reserves the right to change any details or specifications without prior notice 84

90 Visit Radium From Pretoria Proceed along the N1 north towards Polokwane until you reach the Hammanskraal off-ramp (183). Exit left onto the slipway and turn left onto the R374. Continue west for 1.5km. Turn right onto the R101 (Old Warmbaths Road). Head north for 4.1km until you reach the four-way stop. Turn left onto Second Street and continue for 750m Cross the bridge over the railway tracks. At the next three-way stop, turn right onto Third Street. Continue north for 400m. Radium Engineering is on your right. From Bela Bela Proceed along the N1 south towards Pretoria until you reach the Maubane off-ramp (196). Exit left onto the slipway and turn right at the T-junction. Continue west for 700m. Take the first left onto the R101 (Old Warmbaths Road). Head south for 9.8km until you reach the four-way stop. Turn right onto Second Street and continue for 750m. Cross the bridge over the railway tracks. At the next three-way stop, turn right onto Third Street. Continue north for 400m. Radium Engineering is on your right. GPS Coordinates S E