Supporting the Yellow Wellies Farm Safety Week running 22nd to 26th July, we are proud to share our latest release, a safer alternative to rotary mowing, featuring an innovative solution to improving PTO safety.

Read the full Press Release below:

The Award-winning British manufacturer has recently launched its new Rotary Mower – The Razorback Blade.

Speaking of the new machines emphasis on safety, founder and designer of the Razorback range Martin Lole says;

‘The Blade Rotary Mower has been specifically designed to address safety concerns surrounding power take off shafts (PTO’s) and the ease at which they can be damaged during operation and thus pose a serious safety risk for operators.’

The Blade features a unique semi-mounted headstock which ensures, even at tight turning circles, the PTO is protected from the tractors link arms which are the common cause of damage to PTO’s.

This new design also gives operators the freedom to turn tighter than conventional rotary mowers, all whilst protecting the PTO from damage.

“We are very pleased with the new machine and its ability to preserve the integrity of the PTO shafts which we so often see damaged across the industry. To operate a machine with a damaged shaft is not only a health and safety issue, but also a legal one, and in addition can be a costly replacement.”

“It is not uncommon for a damaged PTO guard to further damage the PTO shaft itself and cause integral damage to the implements gearboxes, which is why it is so important to us not only for the safety of the operator, but for the longevity of the overall machine that we address this issue.”

With an integrated axle design, cutting height can be adjusted on the go, reducing downtime and setup. This one-touch control is further enhanced thanks to the Blade’s semi-mounted linkage, allowing operators to adjust cutting height on the go through adjustment of the tractors link arms.

Razorback have also addressed the wear on slip clutches typical of these types of mowers, opting for a free-swinging twin blade system with reduced horsepower requirements.

Compact blade carriers and a hardened short blade design delivers an exceptional cut at reduced power requirements, thus reducing overall wear and tear on the machine. Through clever design of the double skin deck, the Razorback Blade generates significant sward uplift to allow operators to cut at a range of heights, including achieving a taller clean cut conforming to the aviation industry’s long grass policy used to deter birds from airfields.

The Razorback Blade is suited to all agricultural, amenity and aviation operations, and is available for immediate product demonstration. To register your interest, contact Razorback on 01905 841123