With the active hydraulic downforce system, Tempo instantly reacts to changes in soil conditions, always maintaining the set optimum row unit pressure. This provides all seeds the same conditions, and high growth potential.
Varying soil types and compaction layers pose challenges when setting the optimal row unit downforce for the planter. Too low a pressure risks causing a collapsed seed furrow and uneven planting depth, while too high a pressure may cause sidewall compaction that disturbs root development and makes closing the furrow harder.
The active hydraulic downforce system allows the driver to set an optimal contact pressure between the Tempo row unit gauge wheels and the soil. This result is then maintained automatically. To ensure the optimal result in the field, each individual row unit on the planter will either add or release downforce depending on the soil condition.
If the soil is harder in a certain field area, more force will be added to the row units when planting there. If the soil is lighter, force will be released from the row unit.
Since the active hydraulic downforce system can both add and release force to the Tempo row unit, it is capable of handling a full range of field conditions, making the planter highly versatile. This adaptability also extends to the needs of different crops. The ability to release force, thereby reducing the weight on the row units, is particularly beneficial when planting small-seeded crops such as sugar beets at a shallow planting depth.
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