Everything Attachments Rotary Cutter....FIRST LOOK!!!

[LD1]

I like the fact that everything is welded solid:thumbsup: I hate stitch welding. I cannot begin to count the number of things that I have fixed or worked on over the years, and when fixing up, I will weld solid. Most notably the older style meyers ST and C plows. I HATE stitch welding. While a full weld may not be required for strength. I think the real benefit is sealing everything up. While the support ribs on snowplows and bushhogs and other stuff are pretty thick steel and likely to never be an issue, if stitch welded, everywhere there isnt a weld is a place for water and dirt and debris to lay and rot the thinner metal skin that it is attached to.

For minimal additional cost, weld things solid please.

 

[DocDryden]

I like the fact that everything is welded solid:thumbsup: I hate stitch welding. I cannot begin to count the number of things that I have fixed or worked on over the years, and when fixing up, I will weld solid. Most notably the older style meyers ST and C plows. I HATE stitch welding. While a full weld may not be required for strength. I think the real benefit is sealing everything up. While the support ribs on snowplows and bushhogs and other stuff are pretty thick steel and likely to never be an issue, if stitch welded, everywhere there isnt a weld is a place for water and dirt and debris to lay and rot the thinner metal skin that it is attached to.

For minimal additional cost, weld things solid please.

I,m not familiar with the term stitch welding, is this considered stitch welding?

 

[SPYDERLK]

It looks like it's going to be a while, so i'd count the 72" out for this season. The 60" is looking really good. It is almost ready for our website and a field near you.
Here are some pics:

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Better. Tail wheel assembly still looks weak.

 

[wmonroe]

Looks like a very solid cutter.

 

[LD1]

I,m not familiar with the term stitch welding, is this considered stitch welding?

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Yes, in the context of this thread that is stitch welding.

Pretty much anything that isnt welded solid all the way around. Allows lots of tight areas for water and debris to collect and work on rusting stuff out. Not to mention in the areas under the braces isnt likely to have any paint.

 

[EverythingAttachments]

Better. Tail wheel assembly still looks weak.

That's 1/2" steel and the assembly is identical to the Land Pride RCR1872. Not weak IMO.
Travis

 

[EverythingAttachments]

I,m not familiar with the term stitch welding, is this considered stitch welding?

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Yes, the outside of that skid is stitched, but the full length of the inside is a solid weld.

I just checked the LP. It is stitched on the outside and not welded at all on the inside.
Travis

 

[LD1]

Yes, the outside of that skid is stitched, but the full length of the inside is a solid weld.

I just checked the LP. It is stitched on the outside and not welded at all on the inside.
Travis

Why did you choose not to weld that solid on the outside?

If you look at any old piece of equipment (assuming a quality paint was used), The places that always rust are where two pieces are joined together but NOT welded. Moisture will get in that area, and never dry out, and do its thing and start eating away at the material from the backside.

What would it add, $5 in production cost to go ahead and weld that solid?

 

[EverythingAttachments]

Why did you choose not to weld that solid on the outside?

The better question is....Why did Land Pride choose not to weld anything? Most importantly, on the inside!!

Here's a little comparison.

Underneath

Here is the LP. See the splits across the top, around the back and down the side. Notice that there is no spot welding, no stitch welding and definitely no solid welding.

Now the ETA. Wow, all Solid Welded.

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LP


ETA

 

[EverythingAttachments]

Skids(inside)

LP....NO welds.

ETA....Again, Solid welded. Also, notice the standard bolt on skid shoe in addition to the welded one. LP offers an optional bolt-on skid that can be ordered from the parts dept. for $44(plus shipping)

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ETA

 

[EverythingAttachments]

Underneath the Front

Land Pride....Once again, no welds.

ETA.....Solid Welds

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ETA

 

[LD1]

Not sure if it is just my browser/internet. (been acting up lately) but the pictures didnt show up.

There is no doubt that the ETA design with more weld is better than LP with alot less weld. But why stop there. Why not just go ahead and make it a solid weld for little more cost.

I know I am splitting hairs here, and given the thickness of the material it is likely to never be an issue in that case. But like I said, I see far too many things rot out think gauge decking under heavier supports that would have never been an issue if welded solid.

 

[EverythingAttachments]

Not sure if it is just my browser/internet. (been acting up lately) but the pictures didnt show up.

There is no doubt that the ETA design with more weld is better than LP with alot less weld. But why stop there. Why not just go ahead and make it a solid weld for little more cost.

I know I am splitting hairs here, and given the thickness of the material it is likely to never be an issue in that case. But like I said, I see far too many things rot out think gauge decking under heavier supports that would have never been an issue if welded solid.

I added thumbs, so you can click on them to see. The larger pics do not show up on some browsers(including my phone).

I do not know the reasoning on the outside of the skids, but ours blows the orange one away. Our skids are solid welded on the inside and stitched on the outside VS only outside stitches on the LP.

We knocked this one out of the park. I just wanted to outline the extra value that is packed into this cutter.

****Same goes for the 60" and 48" models*****

 

[LD1]

I dont always follow all of your products or builds. But a question: Are you guys welding all these by hand or by robotics?

Like I said, either way I dont think it would cost much to just go ahead and weld that outside solid. I am not a fan of stitch welding ANYWHERE other than something that is temporary. May not be an issue for others. But is for me.

 

[EverythingAttachments]

I dont always follow all of your products or builds. But a question: Are you guys welding all these by hand or by robotics?
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All by hand. Here's a live look inside our factory.

It looks like mostly everyone's at lunch right now, except for the lasers.:laughing:
Travis

 

[LD1]

All by hand. Here's a live look inside our factory.

It looks like mostly everyone's at lunch right now, except for the lasers.:laughing:
Travis

Thats cool

 

[EverythingAttachments]

The 72" ETA Brush Cutter is now inside and ready for glamour shots. They're getting ready to shoot the video, so I'll post it soon!
Travis

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[BMan2005]

Here are some more pics of the fully assembled 60" ETA Rotary Cutter.
I'll post more info. as it becomes available.
Travis

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What is the blade tip speed on the 60" cutter?