PARTNERS fall Specials
Beth Halverson, Marketing
Fall 2015 . Issue #9 Fall Specials...................Page 1 Consumer Products...Page 2 Bobcat Skidsteer.........Page 3 Rental Spotlight..........Page 4 Precision Ag Update.Page 5 Featured Equipment.Page 6 2016 Product Update.Page 8 Parts & Service..........Page 10 Ask the Experts.........Page 10 Customer Events......Page 12
Gator Hauling Grape Harvest at Oaks n Vines Vineyard
Harvest is in Full Swing and we hope yields are high and conditions are good for you. Our extended harvest hours are on now at most locations. Emergency parts phone numbers are also active. Contact your nearest location for the parts number, (extra charges may apply for the use of after hours emergency parts.)
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Visit www.midstateequipment.com/parts for our current parts specials. You've got a few more days to take advantage of Cab Cam and John Deere Pink specials. In November, we'll begin Bale Wrap Pre-Season orders and 8% off Stihl Chainsaws! Stihl products rarely go on Lawn & Garden Fall/Winter Service specials sale, so find the Chainsaw you want and take are available along with winter storage advantage of this sale! Mention this Partners options for your mower. Specials end Newsletter, and with the purchase of your new December 31, 2015. Stihl Chainsaw, we'll throw in an in-stock Stihl Hat or T-Shirt of your choice! Combine, Tractor, Chopper, and Sprayer Winter PerforMax Inspections can be If you were able to register at any of our Drive performed in our shop or yours! Again Green Events this year, remember- you could this year, you'll have a chance to win a free be eligible for an additional $500 off a 1-6 SeInspection. There are additional benefits ries Tractor and $250 of most Turf Equipment! with the Mid-State Advantage program. These coupons are good through December 1, Talk to your nearest Mid-State service 2015. Call your sales person for details.
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Gear up for fall! Brett Suchla, Consumer & Commercial Sales When you think fall you generally think: cooler temperatures, football, hunting, etc. But in the equipment industry we think: fall cleanup and snow removal equipment. Fall is one of my favorite times of the year, as it is the return of Packer and Badger football, cooler temperatures, dinners on the patio, and Baseball playoffs. But, with that also comes yard work and cleanup to get ready for the frigid and snowy Wisconsin winters‌ Though winter is generally dreaded each year, it can be a lot less work and a whole lot less time consuming if you have the right equipment. Here at Mid-State Equipment we have what you need to make your life easier and give yourself plenty of time to enjoy fall in Wisconsin. From Stihl chainsaws and blowers to Giant Vac blowers and vacuums to zero turns and tractors with bagging attachments and mulch kits. From Ariens snow blowers to John Deere tractors with snow blades and blowers on them to make snow removal a breeze (and kind of fun). John Deere has rolled out its Gear Up For Fall promotion to get the season going! Great deals on everything you need for work and play with rebates on a good number of John Deere units as well as 0% financing rates that range from 12-60 months. We've got the full lineup of Stihl equipment in-stock and ready to work for you. The best chainsaw in the industry is at Mid-State. Plus, trimmers, vacs, and blowers for combines or cleaning up leaves. Ariens snow blowers have arrived in time for some early thinkers to take advantage of pre-season pricing. Different sizes are avaiable, but it's definitely to your advantage to get the one you want right away... they go fast once the snow flies! Finally- Scag and Giant Vac have teamed up to offer a great product line to aid in all your lawn care needs from spring through fall. Now is the time to plan ahead for fall and winter. Call us now to learn more about the special offers and financing programs available to you and to get on that piece of equipment you've always wanted but didn’t think you could afford!
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Bobcat S740: Powerful Productivity Rhonda Davis, Prairie du Sac Sales For the customers who want the larger frame machine and the extra lift height, but do not want the additional after treatments required for machines above 75 horsepower, they can now appreciate what the Bobcat S740 Skidsteer has to offer. The S740 Bobcat is equipped with a 74 hp Tier 4-compliant 3.4L Bobcat Engine with the benefits of having the increased torque for impressive machine performance at a reduced horsepower. This machine does not use a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), does not have Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) and does not use Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF).
It won’t be long before the snow flies, so please contact your salesman to order your snow equipment. Bobcat has a huge selection of attachments to help with your snow removal needs. Starting out with the Bobcat Snowblower that will launch your snow 20-30 feet depending on the machine’s performance, the 8’ or 10’ snow pushers, the snow blades ranging from 54” to 108” wide with hydraulic angling, 68” or 84” Angle brooms, and lastly the snow buckets. Bobcat is now offering 0% for 36 mo. financing on all new serial numbered attachments with approved financing thru GE Capital. Amount financed must be greater than $2,500. This is a great opportunity for you to take advantage of this offer!
The S740 Bobcat has a rated operating capacity of 3100 We look forward to seeing you in the near future for all your pounds, a tipping load of 6200 pounds, and an operating Bobcat needs. weight of 8794 pounds with an impressive lift height of 132”. This machine can be ordered with three different control options: Joysticks (SJC), Advanced Control System (ACS) or the standard Foot Controls.
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with some great features: Cab Enclosure with heat & air, radio, Air Ride Seat, 2 Speed, Ride Control, and Deluxe Instrumentation Panel, just to name a few. To learn more about the new S740 Bobcat Skidsteer, please contact your nearest Mid-State Equipment location for literature or to have your demo scheduled.
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Rental Spotlight: Staff Favorites! Rental Managers at each of our Locations
Columbus
Kurt Orcutt 920-623-4300
Brush cutters can tame a jungle! It is unbelievable how you can go into a waterway, field, or woods, and with little effort, cut a large area in no time at all. My family loves walking or ATV’ing around in the woods. With a brush cutter it is very easy to maintain the trails and keep them safe. Mid-State offers brush cutters for skid steers, compact tractors and even walk behind models for rental. Stop in today or give us a call for more information on the unit that fits your rental needs.
Prairie du Sac
Jacob Hutter 920-623-4300
The MT52 unit is the unit I favor the most. With its compact size, versatility of attachments and big power these little bundles of tracked dynamite never cease to amaze me! Regardless if you are walking behind the unit or riding on the detachable platform, the size of the unit allow it to get into spots that the conventional skid steers and excavators can't. These units can utilize attachments including buckets, forks, breakers, augers, trenchers or vibe plows. Stop in and check out the Mini Track Loaders for yourself.
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Jackson
Don Neuburg 262-677-8400
Skid loaders can be used for a number of things like digging, hauling, and lifting. Mid-State offers a variety of sizes from small track skid loaders to large frame skid loaders for larger jobs. Lift capacities go up to 3000 lbs. Bobcat, John Deere & Wacker are available depending on location. We also carry a wide variety of attachments: buckets, pallet forks, concrete breakers, stump grinders, seeders, rakes & more. Let us know what you need and we'll take care of you! Delivery or trailer rental is also available. Call us today!
Salem
Kurt Kruger 920-623-4300
The walk behind trencher has the ability to fit in tight areas and handles sudden grade changes and slopes with minimal damage to the turf. It is great for installing irrigation, drain tile, and a wide variety of PVC pipe for underground drainage, down spouts, and catch basins. The trencher is capable of digging in multiple soil conditions. The maximum depth for this machine is 4' which is great for getting below the frost line. It cuts a 6" wide swath which allows for a wide variety of pipe and bundled wires.
Janesville
Alex Brackett 608-758-7494
My favorite piece of equipment in our rental fleet is the Towable Lift. This piece of equipment is a multi-purpose unit. From hanging siding to trimming trees, this lift gives you much more versatility than hauling your old ladder around. Not only that, these lifts are much safer than using a ladder propped up against something unstable. With your feet in the basket your job is sure to be done safely and quickly. Stop in or give us a call for more information. The reservation rates for lifts begin at only $225 a day!
Watertown
Steve Grebel 920-261-8118
My favorite piece of rental equipment is the mini excavator. It can be perfect for many projects at home or on the work site. Create a water feature. Move rocks and mulch around the yard. Dig new water, electrical, or drainage lines around the property. The mini excavator has many tools and attachments that can help with any project. We offer a wide range of sizes as well. The compact mini has a width of just 28� to fit through most doorways. You can rent these units starting at $200/day from most of our locations.
Precision Farming Update
Phil Moskal, Integrated Solutions Manager A few weeks ago we had a field demo with Active Implement Guidance or AIG. With AIG you have a StarFire receiver mounted on the implement and then something that actively steers the implement. That steering mechanism can be a steerable axle, coulters, a side-shifting hitch, or a steerable hitch. We had steerable hitches on hand from Protrakker and LaForge for our demo. During our demo, customers were able to observe that around corners and on side hills, the hitches helped the implements stay on the AutoTrac line better than without them. We noticed on one simulated headland pass, when the AIG was turned off, the planter drifted off the line almost 20" compared to when AIG was on. This difference can represent a significant increase in yield if you are in a striptill application. Another application for this is pulling a side-dress applicator on a side hill or curve track. With a non-steerable hitch, navigating around a curve in standing crop almost always results in running some over. With a steerable hitch, you can eliminate some of that because you can keep the tractor and implement between the rows. AIG does require SF2 or RTK accuracy for the tractor, but with Signal Sharing, you can put an SF1 receiver on the implement and it will “Link� to have the same accuracy as the tractor. If you are interested in learning more about what AIG can do in your operation, please contact Eric Kell or myself.
Active Implement Guidance
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pre-owned Equipment Deals
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JD7950 SPFH, 4WD, KP, Pro Drive, 40 Knife, Auto Lube (J) $299,000
JD 7480 4X4, KP, Pro Drive, IV Loc, Auto Lube, High Arch (JK) $294,000
(2) JD7450 SPFH, 4X4, Auto Lube, 40 Knife (C/P) Starting at $199,000
JD7450 SPFH, 2WD, KP, 40 Knife, 3 Speed, Auto Lube (W) $162,000
(2) JDR450 MoCo w/ 995 16' Cutter Head (P/C) Starting at $98,000
JD4995 MoCo w/ 995 Rubber Roll Conditioner, Light Pkg (C) $74,000
MacDon 9250 MoCo w/ 912 14' Sickle Hay Head (S) $31,000
Kuhn FC303 Rotary MoCo 9'10" Width, Urethane Rolls (W) $26,000
JD9460R 4WD, PS, 4 SCVs, HID Lights, Triples (C) $220,000
(2) JD9510R 4WD, PS, Premium Cab, HID Lights (J) Starting at $240,000
(2) JD9530 4WD, PS, Diff Lock, Dlx Comfort (S/J) Starting at $224,000
JD9630 4WD, PS, Deluxe Cab, 4 SCVs, HID Lighting (J) $199,000
JD9230 4WD, PS, 4 SCVs, Active Seat, JD9520 4WD, PS, Deluxe Cab, 4 SCVs Very Nice! (C) $185,000 4 New Tires (C) $128,000
(3) JD8260R MFWD, PS, Deluxe Cab Starting at $165,000
JD8245R MFWD, PS, 540/1000 PTO, 4 SCVs, Active Seat (J) $169,000
(3) JD8235R MFWD, PS, 3 SCVS (JK/C/S) Starting at $124,000
JD8225R MFWD, PS, 540/1000 PTO, 4 SCVs, Deluxe Cab (C) $135,000
JD7230R MFWD, IVT, 4 SCVs, Triple Link Suspension (J) $161,000
JD7200R MFWD, CommandQuad, 20 Speed, 43 GPM (C) $141,000
JD6210R MFWD, AQ, TLS (P/C) 2 to choose from $149,000
JD7830 MFWD, Auto Quad, 16 Speed, 3 SCVs (J) $99,000
JD7330 MFWD, PQ, 20 Speed, 3 SCVs, 741 Loader (P) $95,000
(2) JD7230 MFWD, PQ, 16 Speed (P/C) Starting at $58,000
View our complete inventory at www.midstateequipment.com Columbus 920-623-4020
Jackson 262-677-8400
Janesville 608-754-8450
Prairie du Sac 608-643-3307
Salem 262-843-2326
Watertown 920-261-8118
(2) JDS660 2WD, CM, Variable Speed, Chopper (JK/J) $238,000
JDS550 CM, Premium Cab, HID Lights, 3 Speed (JK) $205,000
(3) JD9770 CM, Hi-Cap Unload (J/C) Starting at $147,000
(3) JD9570 STS, CM, Premium Header Control, Starting at $175,000
(2) JD9760 STS, CM (C/J) Starting at $115,000
(4) JD9660 STS, CM (J/C) Starting at $90,000
JD9560 4WD, STS, CM, HD Reverser, Harvest Monitor (C) $129,000
(2) JD9750 STS, CM, 20' Auger, Chopper, Starting at (C) $89,000
(3) JD9550 LL, 17' Auger Starting at $65,000
Case IH 1680 LL, Clean Cab, Cummins Engine (C) $21,000
JD9650 STS, CM, Bin Extension, Duals JD9550 Sidehill, 17' Unload Auger, (J/C) 2 to choose from $79,000 Dual Range, Buddy Seat (C) $109,000
JD468 Silage Special, 1000 PTO, B-Wrap Kit Installed (JK) $33,000
2015 New Holland Packer-Cutter-Bal- New Holland BR7090, Crop Special JD458 Silage Special, 540 PTO, Coverage & Bale Ramps (W) $21,900 er, ISO Wiring w/ Display (C) $82,000 Pkg, Net Wrap, 100 PTO (P) $32,900
JD2700 7 Shank Ripper, 30" Spacing, Narrow Transport (J) $23,500
Case IH 870 9 Shank Ripper, 24" Spacing (J) $42,000
Landoll 2310-7-24 Weatherproofer III 7 Shank Ripper (W) $29,000
Landoll VT’s - 23', 26', 29', 33' Sizes are available. Call for Details!
(2) Brent 1084, 1050 BU, Tarp Starting at (J/C) $32,000
Brent 1194 Cart, 1100 Bushel, Walking Tandems, 22" Auger (J) $35,000
J&M 620 Cart, 14" Auger, 1 3/8 1000 RPM PTO, Very Clean! (C) $21,000
J&M 750 Cart, 14" Auger, Lights, Augers are Good (C) $16,900
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Product Spotlight - 2016 John Deere Equipment Updates Marty Mumm, Janesville Ag Sales
For model year 2016 John Deere has some exciting new products along with some improvements to their existing product lines. I have heard conversation in the large horsepower 4x4 marketplace inquiring about a certain style of tractor. The question had been simple and specific. When will John Deere produce a 4 track version of their 4x4 tractor? May I now introduce to you the latest tractor to John Deere 9R family. The 9RX. How many times have you heard “good things come to those who wait?” Well, the wait is over. John Deere may not have invented the 4 track 4x4, but they definitely have innovated it. The large cast upswept axle allows a larger drive wheel along with proven sealed mid rollers to put the 470-620 engine horsepower to the ground. This tractor will be more efficient, productive, and reliable than anything on the current market. Keeping the production levels high while keeping inputs low is what the e18 Transmission with efficiency manager does best. Working in conjunction with a John Deere PowerTech PSS 13.5L or Cummins QSX15 engine, this transmission works automatically through all field conditions to maximize production levels while minimizing fuel consumption. Partner an optional 115 GPM hydraulic flow and you will be able to run the large implements covering big acres in less time. As with all 9R family of tractors, you can also put an optional 1 ¾ 1000 pto on it. Operators are sure to enjoy the comfort of the air cushioned CommandView III cab and CommandARM with 4600 CommandCenter as standard equipment. This makes long days feel much shorter. Cabs can be optionally equipped with premium sound, Bluetooth interface, HVAC, MP3, 8
satellite radio and leather seating to give the operator unmatched comfort. Combine those options with ITEC, LED lighting, and Greenstar AMS products and your operators are sure to remain comfortable day or night. With the addition of the 9RX to the 9R family, John Deere has exclusively become the only OEM in the marketplace that can provide a wheeled, 2 track or 4 track 4x4 solution. This completes a 4x4 lineup that will provide the power, productivity, operator comfort, and reliability today’s operator expects. When entering fall it is hard to not speak of combines and front end equipment. The big news out of the harvesting factory is the addition of a folding option on the John Deere 612C. This corn head will be available in Stalkmaster or non-chopping configurations with the convenience of being able to fold from the cab. Daily harvesting production is estimated to increase 30 acres per day when compared to a traditional 8 row head.
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9620RX Enhancements are also coming on the 30', 35' and 40' flex drapers. They include a wider belt, and faster speed for the center section, increased durability of reel fingers, and a shorter divider to reduce grain loss and crop knock down. Improvements to the S series combine have been done in the cleaning area. The Dyna-Flo Plus cleaning shoe is built with an additional six louvers in the sieve area, increasing corn cleaning area by nearly 10%. Optional Active Terrain Adjustment system is now available for those customer wanting their combine to automatically compensate for rolling terrain. Also available this fall is Harvest Mobile. Working directly with an iPad tablet or smart phone, customers will be able to view in-depth information on field performance and have Interactive Combine Adjustment capabilities. The all new FT4 compliant 6E tractors will step into the spotlight produced by their 6D predecessor’s. With new levels of performance and comfort, these 3 available tractors are sure to impress as well. Building off the popularity of the higher speed transmissions in some of John Deere other tractor families, the 6E will offer a 24F/12R PowerReverser 40K transmission with Hi/Lo. This will be a 25 mph tractor, which will be a huge advantage in getting from farm to field quicker with this economical tractor. John Deere has also enhanced their nutrient application portfolio with the introduction of the 2510H Hi-speed bar with dry application. Keeping with their 4R theory of product application this applicator will allow customers to apply from the Right source, at the Right rate, applied at the Right time while being in the Right place. For specific information on any of the model year 2016 innovations or enhancements from John Deere, please follow up with your Mid-State Equipment salesperson.
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Fall Parts & Service Jay Goninen, Corporate Aftermarket Manager Thank you to everyone that was able to attend our Combine Clinics in Janesville and Columbus. We had some great crowds on both days, which really makes all the work that goes into a Clinic worth it! We worked at making each session performance focused. Each session was aimed toward either making or saving you money. While some of the information can be repetitive in hopes of refreshing your memory, we hope that the new information that was added will be of value to your operation. One of the new items that we introduced was John Deere’s “Go-Harvest” App. This app can be downloaded to your phone or tablet and contains information to help you get your combine set up for harvest. It gives you a flow chart on how to set up your combine according to what crop you’re harvesting. It contains a lot of the information found in your paper manuals, but is much easier to carry! Plus, the flow charts and photos make it easy to follow along. I’d encourage you to download and play around with this great tool.
Ask the ExpertS
Agricultural Service Managers & Technicians When should I calibrate my corn head/ grain platform to my combine?
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Switching gears to our Parts Department, I’d like to remind you that we have several ways to get your parts in addition to coming into our stores. Though we love to see our customers in person, we realize that there are times where you just get too busy. For those times, we have Parts Salesmen, or CSRs, to cover a wide area. If you’d like to arrange for a CSR to stop out and see you, please let your Parts Department know and they can arrange a visit. We also have Drop Boxes located at various locations between our stores. These come in handy as we have a transfer truck that runs between stores on a regular basis and makes drops at these boxes as customers need. Lastly, you can go to JDParts.com, select Mid-State Equipment as your dealership, and place your order. We also have a link for this on www.midstateequipment.com. Check out our website and the Mid-State calendar to stay current on our Parts and Service specials. I hope you are having a safe and productive Harvest!
What steps should I be taking to prepare for colder weather operation with my machine?
Answer: For a pre-winter check over, I would recommend checking the antiAnswer: It’s a good practice to calibrate freeze protection level on all equipment. each head to the combine the first time I would also check the batteries and you use it every season. As long as Jason Grossman connections to prevent any hard starting Prairie du Sac Service everything calibrates successfully there issues. Check all block heaters to be used should be no reason to do repeat and replace any that aren’t working. Make sure that all bulk Kent Joas calibrations later during the harvest. fuel tanks have had their water separators drained and that Jackson Service Manager Many adjustment problems can easily be the correct amount of fuel conditioner / anti-gelling has been added to the tanks. It is also important to add the fuel resolved by doing a simple calibration. Make sure to follow the instructions printed in your operators manual. If you run conditioner / anti-gelling additives to the equipment’s fuel tanks as well. Refer to the manufacturers recommendation into any problems while you're doing this, feel free to call on what type and how much to use. your nearest Mid-State service department. If you have any additional questions on preparing your equipment for colder weather, just give us a call!
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How do I perform calibrations in my 9X70 STS series combine? Answer: Several combine functions need to be calibrated through the “User Calibrations” tab in the command console. Calibrations need to be performed when connecting each header to the combine for the first time when preparing for harvest and after any John Spaight repairs during harvest. These calibrations include Prairie du Sac Service Manager Feeder House Speed, Threshing Clearance, Chaffer Opening Position, Sieve Opening, Corn Head Deck Plates, Moisture Sensor, Yield and Service Hours Reset. To access the “User Calibrations” on the command center display, Select the Diagnostic tab (4th tab from the left) by pushing the round command center button, until you get to the 2nd page in the diagnostic menu. Using the scroll wheel and check mark button on the arm rest, scroll through the drop down box and select the calibration to be performed. Follow the calibration instructions. Once completed you can continue normal operating. If a calibration fails, a fault code will appear. Have the fault code handy when calling your Mid-State service department and request further assistance from a technician.
Why do I have header loss on my grain platform ? Answer: When you see beans left behind from your header a good thing to look at is your sickle and guards. It is important to remember Jon Schroedl that your guards are just as Watertown Sac Service important as your sickle. They both work together in cutting the plant off. If one or both are dull it will shake the plant and tear the stem off instead of cutting It off. When it shakes the plant it will knock the beans out of the pod and cause header loss. It is important to remember that harvesting starts with your header. If your header isn’t performing properly then your combine won't either. 11
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Mid-State Equipment EveNTS Beth Halverson, Marketing Coordinator
WI Farm Technology Days Chopper Demo
We hosted and were part of many fantastic events throughout late summer and fall. We held demos for John Deere's new 990 Round Baler, the new 8700 Chopper, and the new ExactEmerge Planter. We also showcased Active Implement Guidance in a field demo near Columbus. Wisconsin Farm Technology Days were held this year in Sun Prairie. Approximately 45,000 people were in attendance, and we were lucky to be a big part of it. We had over 100 pieces of equipment there from Mid-State! Mark your calendars for the 2016 WI Farm Technology Days event at Snudden Farms in Lake Geneva from July 19-21, 2016. On October 8th, we held our second Commercial and Construction Expo at the Waukesha County Fairgrounds. This expo featured equipment from Deere, Kage, Wacker, Virnig, Scag, Giant-Vac, and more.
9RX Demo Commercial & Construction Expo
990 Round Baler Demo
The World Dairy Expo ran from September 29th to October 3rd. Once again this year, we showcased John Deere Equipment and had a slew of toys and merchandise. People from all over the world visited us. If you weren't able to make the World Dairy Expo this year, be sure to mark your calendar for next year’s show, Celebrate 50!, October 4-8, 2016. We appreciate you taking the time to join us at our events throughout the year, and we hope you acquire beneficial information on products and usage from attending. If you'd like to subscribe to our mailing list and hear about future events, please sign up at www.midstateequipment. com/promotions. Or, you can e-mail me directly at bhalverson@midstateequipment.com.
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