Ground roller

a roller and roller technology, applied in the field of rollers, can solve the problems of sports fields being torn up and bumped, subject to very hard use and extreme weather, and severe and detrimental effects on the turf, so as to prevent the accumulation of dirt and other undesired materials, and increase the compacting force

Inactive Publication Date: 2009-09-10
COMEAU MICHAEL +1
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[0010]Other aspects of the present invention include a bed for carrying additional weight to increase the compacting force delivered by the ground roller. The bed can be partially constructed of a metal mesh to permit particulates to fall through thereby preventing the buildup of dirt...

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In many cases these areas are expansive and subject to very hard use and extreme weather.
And, while a well established turf provides a firm but relatively resilient foundation on which to recreate, environment effects such as weather and the freeze-thaw cycle, as well as heavy use, can have very severe and detrimental effects on the turf.
In particular, sports fields can become torn up and bumpy after just one game, particularly if the ground is saturated from heavy rain.
For example, a smooth football field can be quickly damaged and transformed into a surface of ridges, dips, holes, and bumps during the course of a game.
When the turf's original condition becomes untenable it can present a danger to athletes in subsequent games, particularly if the ground freezes after becoming damaged with ...

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[0018]For purposes of description herein, the terms “upper”, “lower”, “left”, “rear”, “right”, “front”, “vertical”, “horizontal”, and derivatives thereof shall relate to the invention as oriented in FIG. 3. However, one will understand that the invention may assume various alternative orientations and step sequences, except where expressly specified to the contrary. While the present invention has been shown and described in accordance with preferred and practical embodiments thereof, one will also recognize that departures from the instant disclosure are fully contemplated within the spirit and scope of the invention. Hence, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics relating to the embodiments disclosed herein are not to be considered as limiting, unless the claims expressly state otherwise.

[0019]Turning to the drawings, FIG. 3 shows a ground roller 20 which is one of the preferred embodiments of the present invention and illustrates its various components. Ground roll...

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Abstract

A ground roller for compacting and leveling ground, includes a frame having a front and a rear with one or more cylindrical rollers rotatably journaled to a plurality of roller supports affixed to a bottom portion of the frame. A hitch structure is affixed to the front of the frame for connecting to a three point hitch of a tractor.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The present invention relates to landscape maintenance equipment and more specifically to a roller for ground leveling.[0003]2. Discussion of the Related Art[0004]Landscaping can be found around and in all developed areas. While landscaping can include a variety of flower beds and clumps of shrubs, trees, and other greenery, one aspect of landscaping is central to almost every development, a well maintained lawn or turf. Areas of well groomed turf provide a pleasant area on which people can walk or recreate to enjoy a variety of activities, and for many, a soft, cool, green turf improves their physical and emotional health. Many sports such as golf, baseball, soccer, football and others are played on fields of natural turf. In many cases these areas are expansive and subject to very hard use and extreme weather. In order to maintain beauty and functionality, the turf must be maintained and repaired on a frequent and reg...

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IPC IPC(8): E01C19/23
CPCA01B29/02
Inventor COMEAU, MICHAELDIPIETRO, MARC A.
Owner COMEAU MICHAEL
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