Any combination of mechanical or hydraulic parts that keep an implement oriented a set distance from the row as the implement moves down the field. Hydraulic systems usually have sensors that use the location of the crop row or a soil formation to control adjustments to the implement s position. Thin metal soil engaging tooling meant to slice off weeds without displacing soil. Wide sweep used in high-residue conditions. Designed to undercut weeds and minimize surface residue incorporation.
Wings extend back from raised center, with open space between for soil flow.
Also Texas sweep. Cultivator gang, the structural piece as well as the piece with all its tooling. Toolbar implement that pulls a spinning rod parallel to the toolbar beneath the soil surface. The rod uproots weeds and creates a desirable compaction layer that can serve as a moisture seal. A high-speed tool designed to aerate crusted soil and to pluck tiny weed seedlings from the soil.