DEVICE FOR PROCESSING A RIDING AREA FLOOR

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a device for treating a riding arena surface according to the preamble of the independent claim.

[0002] Types of devices, particularly so-called riding arena groomers, are known and published in various designs. Riding arena groomers typically include a chassis that can be pulled by a vehicle such as a tractor. A conventional riding arena groomer, for example, comprises several spring tines arranged in a row and a following roller. The spring tines are designed to loosen and mix the soil. The following roller smooths and compacts the soil. Conventional riding arena groomers have a width of up to 2 meters. To groom an entire riding arena, the machine is pulled by a tractor in a serpentine pattern across the arena until the entire area has been groomed. With repeated use, the surface material of the riding arena, usually sand or...Sand mixed with aggregates is pushed to the edge of the riding arena. This uneven distribution then usually has to be corrected manually. Overall, this results in a relatively high time expenditure to maintain a riding arena to a sufficient standard.

[0003] Using a tractor also has some disadvantages. Frequent driving over the riding arena surface with a tractor leads to rapid wear and tear of the footing. Furthermore, a tractor emits exhaust fumes, which should be avoided, especially in indoor riding arenas.

[0004] German patent DE 102017007265 A1 discloses a self-propelled agricultural machine. This machine features multiple track drives and a support frame that can extend across the entire width of a field or riding arena, for example. Various implements can be attached to the support structure for soil cultivation. Due to its weight and the track drives, this device also results in significant soil compaction, at least at the edges. Furthermore, implements arranged in a row can only be used in one direction, requiring the machine to be turned around at the end of the field. Because of the width of the support structure, this requires a considerable amount of space, making such a device unsuitable for use in an indoor riding arena, for example.

[0005] WO 97 / 15180 shows a device that can be moved along a riding arena, with tines that can be moved transversely to the direction of travel for soil cultivation, as well as an irrigation system.

[0006] EP 3772266 A1 discloses a processing device that can be coupled to a towing vehicle. DE 102014118259 B4 discloses a self-propelled device for partially processing an area, which is also equivalent to processing with a towing vehicle. DE 202015008699 U1 discloses a device that can travel along a lawn and includes devices for lighting and / or irrigating the lawn.

[0007] Furthermore, riding arenas generally require watering. This watering is usually done by hand, which inevitably leads to uneven watering. This also negatively impacts the quality and uniformity of the riding arena footing.

[0008] The object of the invention is now to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art and in particular to create a device for treating a riding arena surface which, despite efficient operation, enables high-quality treatment of the riding arena surface.

[0009] The invention relates to a device for treating a riding arena surface, comprising a treatment device extending over the entire width of a riding arena, which has a support frame extending over the entire width (2) of the riding arena (3), and a movement device which is configured for selective movement of the treatment device along two opposite treatment directions, wherein the treatment device has at least one tine arrangement preferably extending over the entire width of the treatment device and attached to the support frame for loosening the riding arena surface, and at least one roller arrangement preferably extending over the entire width of the treatment device and attached to the support frame for smoothing and / or pressing down the riding arena surface.The movement device has fixed guide rails on both sides of the width of the riding arena for lateral guidance and, in particular, for parallel guidance of the processing device, wherein the guide rails guide the processing device over the entire length of the riding arena, and wherein an adjustment mechanism is provided which aligns the roller arrangement with the tine arrangement in both processing directions. This eliminates the need to turn the device and allows it to process a riding arena quickly, efficiently, and with minimal space requirements in both directions.

[0010] Optionally, at least one tine arrangement and two height-adjustable roller arrangements may be provided, wherein the adjustment mechanism lowers the roller arrangement downstream of the tine arrangement depending on the machining direction.

[0011] Optionally, two tine arrangements and a height-adjustable roller arrangement may be provided, wherein the adjustment mechanism raises the tine arrangement downstream of the roller arrangement and lowers the tine arrangement upstream of the roller arrangement, depending on the machining direction.

[0012] Optionally, a tine arrangement and a roller arrangement may be provided, wherein the adjustment mechanism lowers the roller arrangement behind the tine arrangement depending on the machining direction.

[0013] Optionally, a tine arrangement and a roller arrangement may be provided, wherein the adjustment mechanism lowers the tine arrangement in front of the roller arrangement depending on the machining direction.

[0014] If necessary, the motion device includes a drive device for moving, and in particular for moving, the machining device in parallel along two opposite machining directions.

[0015] If necessary, the movement device is designed to move the processing device back and forth in parallel along two opposite processing directions over the entire length of the riding arena.

[0016] If necessary, a moving irrigation device may be provided on the processing device, which is designed to irrigate the riding arena across its entire width.

[0017] If necessary, the irrigation device is designed to be directed towards the area where the tine arrangement acts on the riding arena floor.

[0018] If necessary, the irrigation system is designed to include at least one supply line.

[0019] If necessary, the feed line is designed to run along the processing directions.

[0020] If necessary, several valves are provided on the supply line, designed to keep the supply line closed and to open it when required.

[0021] Optionally, the processing device may include a moving intake bell for drawing water from the supply line. Optionally, the irrigation device may be designed such that the valves are open in the area where the intake bell is located.

[0022] If necessary, the valves are to be opened, in particular by means of the acceptance bell.

[0023] If necessary, the processing device is supported by at least one running wheel rolling on the riding arena floor, the running wheel being formed, if necessary, by the roller arrangement.

[0024] If necessary, the movement device and in particular its drive device includes a cable pull that engages the processing device.

[0025] If necessary, the moving device and in particular its drive device includes a stationary drive such as, in particular, an electric motor or a hydraulic drive.

[0026] If necessary, the support frame is designed to accommodate the adjustment mechanism, the irrigation device and / or the cable pull, in addition to the tine arrangement and the roller arrangement.

[0027] The device allows the entire riding arena or riding arena surface to be treated, preferably in a single operation. For this purpose, the treatment device extends across the entire width of the riding arena. The movement device allows the treatment device to be moved along the entire length of the riding arena.

[0028] To prevent the riding arena surface material from being pushed in one direction and accumulating on one side of the arena during repeated processing by the grooming device, the device preferably has two processing directions. This allows the grooming device to selectively or alternately groom the riding arena surface in opposite directions. The grooming device is not rotated 180°, as is the case, for example, with conventional arena groomers pulled in a serpentine pattern by tractors, but rather the processing direction of the grooming device is reversed.

[0029] Since the roller assembly should be positioned downstream of the tine assembly for optimal effectiveness, an adjustment mechanism is provided. This adjustment mechanism is designed and / or configured to position the roller assembly behind the tine assembly, depending on the machining direction.

[0030] Several concepts are conceivable for implementing this functionality. For example, a single roller assembly and a single tine assembly can be provided, with the adjustment mechanism positioning these two assemblies relative to each other depending on the machining direction, such that the roller assembly follows the tine assembly. Optionally, two roller assemblies can be provided, one positioned in front of and one behind the tine assembly. In this embodiment, the adjustment mechanism can lower the trailing roller assembly and raise the leading roller assembly. Alternatively, a single roller assembly can be provided, with a tine assembly at the front and one at the rear along the machining directions. Depending on the movement device, the front tine assembly is lowered and the rear tine assembly is raised.Particularly when the roller arrangement is centrally located, it can serve as a running wheel on which the device is supported on the riding arena floor.

[0031] For uniform irrigation of the riding arena surface, the device can include an irrigation system, which extends particularly across the entire width of the riding arena and is preferably part of the grooming device. For example, the irrigation system can comprise a plurality of irrigation openings along the width of the riding arena, which are designed to dispense water. When the grooming device is moved along the riding arena, the irrigation system can simultaneously irrigate the riding arena surface. The irrigation system is preferably designed such that it dispenses the water substantially uniformly along the width of the riding arena. Preferably, the irrigation system is directed towards the area in which the tine arrangement acts on the riding arena surface.This positioning allows for optimal water distribution during the loosening and, in particular, the mixing of the riding arena footing. Furthermore, the distribution of water reduces dust formation.

[0032] The irrigation device is directed particularly towards the area of ​​the tine arrangement when the water is applied or introduced in the area of ​​the tine arrangement, immediately afterwards and / or immediately before it.

[0033] A movement device is provided for moving the processing device. This preferably comprises two guide rails arranged on either side of the riding arena. The processing device can be guided on both sides of these guide rails. The guidance is preferably designed as a parallel guide. A drive device is provided for moving the processing device along the two directions of movement. This can include a drive such as an electric drive or a hydraulic drive. The drive is preferably mounted in a fixed position.

[0034] In particular, to enable movement of the machining device by a stationary drive, a cable pull may be provided which attaches to the machining device or to its support frame.

[0035] Preferably, a cable pull is provided, designed as an endless cable pull or as a circularly guided cable pull, so that the machining device can be moved by the drive in both machining directions. Optionally, the cable pull comprises several cables that engage the machining device side by side or parallel to each other. Optionally, several drives are provided that are synchronized or coupled to each other by conventional means.

[0036] Alternatively, the processing device can be self-propelled and, for example, include at least one driven drive wheel that rolls on the riding arena floor, the guide rail or a rack to move the processing device selectively in one of the processing directions.

[0037] Optionally, in all embodiments, the roller arrangement is designed as a grid roller arrangement comprising one or more grid rollers. Grid rollers serve, on the one hand, to smooth the riding arena surface, but leave a roughened surface of the smoothed riding arena surface. In particular, grid rollers can also achieve sufficient soil compaction.

[0038] Alternatively or additionally, rubber rollers or crumbler rollers can be used.

[0039] The tine arrangement may include harrow tines, spring tines and / or other known tine types for working riding arena surfaces.

[0040] Preferably, in all embodiments, the tine arrangement comprises several tines, which are arranged essentially in a row extending transversely to the machining direction. Optionally, the tines can also be arranged in multiple rows. Preferably, the tine arrangement extends over the entire width of the machining device.

[0041] Optionally, the adjustment mechanism is designed such that the machining device is automatically moved into the position in which the roller assembly follows the tine assembly when the machining direction is changed. For example, the adjustment mechanism can be designed so that the machining device tilts or is tilted from one position to the other when the machining direction changes. Alternatively, a tilting drive can be provided that tilts the machining device from one position to the other. For example, the tine assembly or the roller assembly can be mounted on a lever that pivots depending on the machining direction, so that the roller assembly follows the tine assembly in both machining directions.

[0042] Preferably, the side guide rails are enclosed to improve the safety of the device. This enclosure can, for example, be walkable and / or include flexible skirts such as rubber slats or bristle strips.

[0043] The device is preferably suitable for processing an indoor and / or outdoor floor.

[0044] The riding arena surface is preferably a sand surface suitable for equestrian sports, possibly with additives such as fleece.

[0045] Subsequently exemplary embodiments and components of possible devices for the preparation of a riding arena are described.

[0046] Preferably, the device is a stationary system with a movable processing unit. Compared to known methods of riding arena maintenance, the device can be an integrated arena groomer whose processing unit extends across the entire width of the short side of the riding arena and loosens, waters, levels, and / or compacts the entire long side in a single operation. The processing unit can be moved back and forth automatically or manually.

[0047] The system is powered, for example, by hydraulic industrial winches for horizontal traction. The required power and number of winches depend on the length and width of the riding arena. To ensure the device operates equally efficiently in both directions, the front and rear components are preferably identical, but mounted in reverse. Depending on the direction of operation, either the rear or the front component is used. Because the tine arrangement operates uniformly in both directions, the riding surface is prevented from being dragged in one direction. When changing direction after the first long side, the arena groomer may tilt to the other side and then works in the opposite direction with the mirrored components.

[0048] To ensure stable cable guidance and thus equipment guidance, walkable cladding elements can be installed around the riding arena. The cavity in the cladding elements can provide space for guide rails and / or guide rollers and a water line or supply line.

[0049] The machining device is, for example, pulled once in each longitudinal direction and then parked again in its starting position. A parking enclosure or equipment shelter can be provided for this purpose, housing the machining device with its cable drive system and the necessary connections. The enclosure can protect the machining device from dust, dirt, and environmental influences, and allow access for technical maintenance.

[0050] At the same time, the roof side of the parking structure or equipment shelter can be used as a grandstand.

[0051] One embodimentA machining device can be designed, for example, as follows: The tillage device comprises a central axle with wheels, supports for the tine assembly, and lateral couplings. On both sides of the axle, at the front and rear, is a tine assembly with Y-shaped spring tines. Their Y-shape ensures thorough soil loosening. Pressure spray nozzles or a spray bar are mounted between the spring tines on each tine assembly. These provide simultaneous soil moistening and dust suppression. A frost-proof irrigation system allows for watering during winter. Behind the tine assembly, a wire roller levels the loosened soil into a uniformly firm surface.

[0052] One further embodimentA processing device can, for example, be designed as follows: The processing device comprises a single self-supporting wire roller on a central axis. The tine arrangements extend obliquely forward from the side sections, at least in some segments. The oblique tine arrangements are advantageous because the tensile force decreases from the lateral guide cables towards the center of the tine arrangement. Thus, the resistance of the tines in the ground due to the transmitted pressure is generally lowest in the center.

[0053] In all embodiments, shovel blades can be attached to the lateral ends of the tine arrangements, which scoop the material of the riding arena floor that has been pushed outwards back inwards.

[0054] The arrangement of the spring tines may require that the working tools on the left side of the tine arrangement work in a leftward direction and those on the right side in a rightward direction.

[0055] The system may include cladding elements, in particular floor elements. These define the framework for the area to be treated and can be installed modularly to fit any required riding arena size. Each floor element can, for example, measure 50 cm wide x 100 cm long x 25 cm high. The floor elements can be firmly anchored in the ground, and / or be connectable like a modular system, and / or ensure stability and load-bearing capacity even when a horse steps on them, and / or be replaceable in case of damage, and / or be suitable for indoor and outdoor use, therefore UV and weather resistant, and / or, as a whole, enclose a riding arena with internationally standardized dimensions (typically 60 m x 20 m / 40 m x 20 m).can be laid to fit any existing arena size in full meter increments, and / or have a suitable cavity on the inside side that is large enough, and / or to integrate a guidance system and cables, run around the riding arena at a height similar to a "sidewalk" and provide access to emergency exits in indoor riding arenas, and / or be narrow enough to retrofit an existing indoor riding arena, and / or be interchangeable with the conventional barrier with minimal loss of riding arena space, and / or be equipped with a rubber lamella and a bristle strip as a protective device on the inside to prevent the risk of injury and / or to protect the guidance system behind it from intruding flooring.

[0056] The material from which the components of the ground elements are made can, for example, consist of recycled material. The ground elements offer further advantages. Because they are walkable (like a sidewalk), instructors can use the "walkway" instead of standing in the riding arena, thus preventing the riding surface from being compacted. The ground elements can be fitted with various types of footing. They can also be supplemented with accessories such as barrier elements, letters, or mounting blocks. Due to the varying conditions of equestrian facilities, different shapes of ground elements are possible to individually adapt the system to each riding arena. The ground elements are manufactured from robust, weather-resistant, impact-resistant, and dimensionally stable materials such as reinforced concrete, plastic, concrete composite, or fiber-reinforced concrete, ensuring their long-term durability.The assembled parts (of all materials) should be connected to each other and to the ground to prevent warping. A foundation is not necessary on a firm, stable surface.

[0057] The device may include a cable guide. To ensure the processing device maintains its straight direction of travel under load and resistance, the cable guide is preferably routed through the frame of the base elements. Depending on the required pulling and counter-pulling force, correspondingly powerful cable winches must be installed. With two cable winches installed on only one short side, each cable preferably runs in a closed loop along one long side of the track. With four cable winches installed, for example, there are two cable winches on each short side of the track, and the pulling force is transferred to the cables to the left and right of the long side. Once one track length is completed, the direction is reversed, and the cable winches on the other short side of the track can take over.

[0058] The adjustment mechanism may include an angled support frame that can tilt depending on the direction of work. The angle at which the tine assemblies are mounted can be approximately 120°, so that only one tine assembly works the ground at any given time, while the other tine assembly extends into the air.

[0059] After the machining device has traveled a defined, programmed path length, a control system stops the winches and, if necessary, uses an electric motor to tilt the adjustment mechanism or the angled support frame in order to move the machining device in the other machining direction.

[0060] It can be advantageous if the device can be easily operated by one person simply by pressing switches.

[0061] For example, it can be selected for each cycle whether and how much irrigation is needed.

[0062] Program examples: Soil planning + irrigation (there and back) Soil planning + irrigation (there), soil planning (return) Soil planning 3 times (there and back)

[0063] The clear advantage is that the footing is loosened immediately after riding, allowing it time to "breathe." At the same time, the next rider is left with a freshly prepared surface. This significantly increases the lifespan of the riding surface. The surface material is protected, thus conserving resources. Integrated irrigation prevents the wooden rails from rotting.

[0064] The device may optionally include an irrigation system. The water supply for the grooming device can be provided, for example, via one or two water pipes, particularly supply lines, along both long sides of the riding arena, the ends of which are closed. Valves are, for example, continuously fitted at regular intervals along the water pipes, from which the grooming device draws water through water nozzles on both sides. The valves on the water pipe are, for example, positioned in a valve rail and closed internally by a spring-loaded strip. Coupled with the movement of the arena groomer, a sliding carriage opens the valves. This carriage housing or intake bell can have a specific length to allow water intake through at least three to five open valves.The volume of the water nozzle should be matched to the flow rate required for the spray and the diameter of the spray bar's pipe. Each water pipe or supply line is a closed system, if necessary, that is completely filled by a water inlet (similar to a reservoir). During the irrigation process, the water pipes are preferably continuously filled with water so that the pipe volume is always full. The resulting water pressure in the filled pipe also ensures that the spring valves close from the inside out. As soon as the intake bell slides over the valves, the base of the intake bell pushes the valve cap inwards, activating the water supply to the spray bars. Once the intake bell has passed a valve, the valve then closes automatically.To prevent unwanted water leakage, the intake bell on the valve rail and at the outlet socket (at the head of the water nozzle) can be sealed with appropriate material. The same applies, if necessary, to the valve caps and pipe connections. The water pipes can be made to any desired length using a push-fit system, and their consistent position allows for good insulation and heating. More than one intake bell can be installed per water pipe / valve rail. Compared to a hose system, the advantage of the water pipe lies in the elimination of a long hose.

[0065] The irrigation device, described in various versions, is indeed an attachment for the processing device, but it can also be used independently for irrigating areas such as cultivated land, flower beds, fields, or even sports fields. In this case, the tine arrangement and / or the roller arrangement can be omitted, and the device then serves solely as a surface irrigation unit.

[0066] The device may optionally include a parking enclosure, in particular a machine shelter. The parking enclosure may house the arena groomer, the drive motor including winches, and the necessary connections. Maintenance access is provided from the outside, while an electrically operated roller door on the inside protects the arena groomer from dirt and weather. The top of the enclosure may optionally be used as a spectator stand.

[0067] The invention will subsequently be described in more detail with reference to schematic figures and exemplary embodiments. Fig. 1 shows a schematic view of a device with a machining device. Fig. 2 shows an oblique view of a possible embodiment of a machining device. Fig. 3 shows a schematic representation of another embodiment of a processing device and in particular also details of the irrigation device.

[0068] The Figs. 4a and 4b show two different designs of possible prongs.

[0069] Figures 5a and 5b show details of an embodiment of the cladding of the guide rails.

[0070] Unless otherwise specified, the reference numerals in the figures correspond to the following components: Riding arena surface 1, width 2, Riding arena 3, Processing device 4, Movement device 5, Processing directions 6, 7, Tine arrangement 8, Roller arrangement 9, Adjustment mechanism 10, Guide rail 11, Length 12, Drive device 13, Irrigation device 14, Wheel 15, Cable pull 16, Drive 17, Support frame 18, Cover 19, Tines 20, Equipment shelter 21, Supply line 22, Valve 23, Discharge bell 24, Apron 25, Bristle strip 26.

[0071] Fig. 1Figure 1 shows a schematic oblique view of a possible embodiment of a device for treating a riding arena 3 or its riding arena surface 1. The riding arena surface 1 has a certain width 2 and length 12. A treatment device 4 is provided for treating the riding arena surface 1. The treatment device 4 can be moved by means of a movement device 5. The treatment device 4 extends over the entire width 2 of the riding arena surface 1. The movement device 5 allows the treatment device 4 to be moved along the entire length 12 of the riding arena surface 1. In particular, the movement device 5 moves the treatment device 4 parallel to itself and allows it to be moved back and forth from one side to the other of the riding arena surface 1. For this purpose, the movement device 5 can move the treatment device 4 in different treatment directions 6, 7.The processing device 4 can process the riding arena floor 1 in both processing directions 6, 7.

[0072] The movement device 5 comprises at least one drive device 13 with a drive 17. In the present embodiment, the drive 17 is fixed in place and therefore does not move with the processing device 4. The movement device 5, in particular its drive device 13, comprises a cable 16 in the present embodiment, which engages the processing device 4 to move it in different processing directions 6, 7. To guide the processing device 4, the movement device 5 in the present embodiment comprises guide rails 11 arranged on both sides of the riding arena floor 1. For the sake of simplicity, these guide rails 11 are not shown in detail in this illustration and are preferably covered by a casing 19. This casing 19 can, in particular, be walkable and cover the guide rail 11 or the cable 16, thus improving the safety of the device.

[0073] The cable pull 16 is preferably designed as an endless cable pull 16 or as a circularly guided cable pull 16, so that the machining device 4 can be moved in different machining directions 6, 7 by a single drive 17.

[0074] A storage shed 21 is preferably provided on one side of the riding arena 3. The processing device 4 can be moved into this storage shed 21 when it is not in use.

[0075] To prepare the riding arena surface 1 of riding arena 3, the preparation device 4 can be moved out of the equipment shed 21. For this purpose, the drive 17 of the drive device 13 is actuated, which acts on the preparation device 4 via the cable pull 16. Subsequently, the preparation device 4 is moved to the other end of the riding arena surface 1.

[0076] As the processing device 4 moves along the first processing direction 6, the tine arrangement 8 engages with the riding arena surface 1 to loosen and / or churn up the riding arena surface 1. The tine arrangement 8 and its tines 20 are shown in the present illustration of the Fig. 1 Not shown for the sake of simplicity. Once the entire riding arena 3 has been worked by moving the grooming device 4 along the first working direction 6, the grooming device 4 can optionally be left in this position. Alternatively or additionally, the grooming device 4 can be moved back along the second working direction 7 immediately after the first grooming step or at a later time. This position is shown in the Fig. 1 The roller arrangement 9, located at the rear or trailing in the second processing direction 7, is pressed onto the riding arena floor 1.

[0077] In the present embodiment, the processing device 4 comprises several running wheels 15 that roll on the riding arena surface 1 to support the processing device 4 on the riding arena 3. In all embodiments, additional support can be provided by the guide rails 11.

[0078] Fig. 2 shows a schematic oblique view of a machining device 4, as it is used, for example, in the position and device of the Fig. 1 The machining device 4 is moved along the machining direction 7 as an example, as shown in Fig. 1The processing device 4 comprises a tine arrangement 8 with a plurality of tines 20. In particular, the processing device 4 comprises two tine arrangements 8, each having a plurality of tines 20. The tine arrangements 8 preferably extend over the entire width 2 of the riding arena surface 1 or the processing device 4, so that the entire riding arena surface 1 can be processed. Viewed in the processing direction 7, a roller arrangement 9 is arranged downstream of the engaged tine arrangement 8. In the present embodiment, two roller arrangements 9 are provided. Furthermore, the processing device 4 comprises an adjustment mechanism 10. In the present embodiment, this is designed as a tilting frame. When the processing device 4 is pulled in the processing direction 7, as shown, the frame tilts such that the roller arrangement 9 is positioned downstream of the tine arrangement 8 and follows it.If the processing direction is changed, the adjustment mechanism 10 tilts again to bring the other roller arrangement 9 and the other tine arrangement 8 into engagement with the riding arena floor 1, so that in this processing direction 6 the roller arrangement 9 follows the tine arrangement 8.

[0079] The processing device 4 comprises several running wheels 15 which roll on the riding arena floor 1 in order to support the processing device 4 on the riding arena floor 1.

[0080] The roller assemblies 9 are designed as lattice rollers. Alternatively, these roller assemblies 9 can also be designed as rubber roller assemblies or other conventional roller assemblies. The processing device 4 comprises a support frame 18, to which, in this case, all relevant moving components of the processing device 4 are attached. In particular, the tine assembly 8 and the roller assembly 9 are provided on the support frame 18. In this embodiment, an axle for mounting the running wheels 15 is also mounted on the support frame 18.

[0081] The tines 20 of the tine assembly 8 are distributed essentially evenly along the width 2 of the processing device 4. This distribution of numerous tines 20 allows for uniform agitation and mixing of the riding arena surface 1. The trailing roller assembly 9 smooths and levels the riding arena surface 1 agitated by the tines 20 and compacts it sufficiently. The design of the roller assembly 9 as a grid roller roughens the smoothed riding arena surface 1, giving it further beneficial properties.

[0082] Fig. 3Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of the operation of another embodiment of a device for preparing a riding arena 3. This device comprises a preparation device 4 and a movement device 5 for moving the preparation device 4 along two preparation directions 6, 7. For preparing the riding arena surface 1 of the riding arena 3, the preparation device 4 has a tine arrangement 8 and a roller arrangement 9. In the present embodiment, a centrally arranged roller arrangement 9 is provided, which remains in use when the preparation device 4 moves along both preparation directions 6, 7. To ensure that the roller arrangement 9 follows the tine arrangement 8 in both preparation directions 6, 7, two tine arrangements 8 are provided, which can be lowered or raised depending on the preparation direction 6, 7. The tine arrangements 8 run on both sides of the centrally arranged roller arrangement 9.Both the tine arrangements 8 and the roller arrangement 9 extend along the entire width 2 of the riding arena surface 1 or the riding arena 3. The adjustment mechanism 10 can, for example, be formed by tilting the support frame 18 of the processing device 4 so that, depending on the processing direction 6, 7, the upstream tine arrangement 8 engages with the riding arena surface 1.

[0083] The processing device 4 of the Fig. 3 includes an irrigation device 14.

[0084] Such an irrigation device 14 can also be used in the other embodiments of the processing device 4, in particular in the processing device 4 according to Fig. 1 or Fig. 2 be planned.

[0085] The irrigation device 14 preferably extends over the entire width 2 of the tilling device 4 and contains several openings for dispensing the water. In particular, these openings, or the irrigation device 14, are arranged such that they act on the area of ​​the riding arena surface 1 where the tine arrangements 8 till the surface. This ensures a particularly uniform and effective distribution of water into the riding arena surface 1. Additionally, it reduces dust formation during tillage.

[0086] The supply of water to the irrigation device 14, which is mounted on top of the processing device 4, can optionally be achieved via conventional designs in all embodiments. For example, a trailing hose of sufficient length can be provided, which allows the irrigation device 14 to be connected to the water supply regardless of the position and movement of the processing device 4.

[0087] In the present embodiment, the water is supplied via at least one supply line 22, which runs along the side of the riding arena 3, the supply line 22 preferably running along the entire length 12 of the riding arena 3. In the present embodiment, supply lines 22 are provided on both sides of the riding arena 3, whereby the function of the supply line 22 and the irrigation device 14 will subsequently be described only with reference to one supply line 22.

[0088] Valves 23 are arranged at certain intervals along the supply line 22. These are designed to keep the supply line 22 closed. However, the processing device 4 includes a water intake bell 24. In the area where the intake bell 24 is located in the vicinity of a valve 23, the valve 23 is opened, and water can flow through the supply line 22, through the valve 23, and via the intake bell 24 into the irrigation device 14, in order to subsequently be distributed evenly onto the riding arena surface 1.

[0089] In the present embodiment, two irrigation devices 14 are provided, each of which is provided at one of the tine arrangements 8.

[0090] The movement of the processing device 4 can be effected by a motion device 5, as described, for example, in the other embodiments. Figures 4a and 4bshow two different versions of parts of a tine arrangement 8. Fig. 4a Figure 1 shows an embodiment with three tines 20, wherein preferably the single tine 20 is arranged at the front along the machining direction 6, 7, and the two tines 20 designed as double tines are arranged at the rear. In particular, the tines 20 can be formed from a Y-shaped steel strip, for example from spring steel, and bent into a U-shape. A plurality of such parts can be attached to a transverse support of the tine assembly 8 to form a tine arrangement 8.

[0091] Unlike the Fig. 4a Part 8 of the tine arrangement shows Fig. 4bA preferably front-mounted single prong 20 and two trailing prongs 20 connected to each other in the projecting section. For example, this configuration can be achieved by bending a steel sheet, wherein the steel sheet is bent into a loop and U-shape. The single prong 20 can optionally be formed by two superimposed layers of the steel sheet. A plurality of such parts can be attached to a transverse support of the prong assembly 8 to form a prong arrangement 8.

[0092] Fig. 5Figure 1 shows a schematic oblique view of components of the motion device 5, and in particular the housing 19. The housing 19 is designed to protect the mechanics of the motion device 5 and thereby also increase operator safety. In the present embodiment, the guide rail 11 is arranged within the housing 19. The machining device 4, for example, can be guided on this guide rail 11 via a guide wheel. The cable pull 16 is preferably also provided within the housing 19.

[0093] For further sealing and encasing of the mechanism, an elastically designed apron 25 and / or a bristle strip 26 can be provided. In the illustration of the Fig. 5An apron 25 and a bristle strip 26 have been removed from the fixed part of the cover 19 to better illustrate the parts. The apron 25 is attached, for example, to a strip in the upper area of ​​the cover 19 and extends downwards with its elastic, apron-shaped body. The bristle strip 26 can, for example, be attached to the lower area of ​​the cover 19 so that the bristles of the bristle strip 26 point upwards. The support frame 18 or the component of the machining device 4 that engages with the cover 19 can protrude between them.

Claims

1. Device for preparing a riding arena surface (1), having a preparation device (4) which extends over the entire width (2) of a riding arena (3) and which has a support frame (18) which extends over the entire width (2) of the riding arena (3), and having a movement device (5) which is set up for selective movement of the preparation device (4) along two opposing working directions (6, 7), wherein the preparation device (4) has at least one tine arrangement (8) mounted on the support frame (18) and extending over the entire width (2) of the preparation device (4) for loosening the riding arena surface (1) and at least one roller arrangement (9) mounted on the support frame (18) and extending over the entire width (2) of the preparation device (4) for smoothing and / or pressing down the riding arena surface (1), characterized in that the movement device (5) has guide rails (11) arranged in a fixed position on both sides of the width (2) of the riding arena (3) for lateral guidance and in particular for parallel guidance of the preparation device (4), wherein the preparation device (4) can be guided over the entire length (12) of the riding arena (3) via the guide rails (11), wherein an adjustment mechanism (10) is provided which rearranges the roller arrangement (9) in both preparation directions (6, 7) downstream of the tine arrangement (8).

2. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that - at least one tine arrangement (8) and two height-adjustable roller arrangements (9) are provided, wherein the roller arrangement (9) arranged downstream of the tine arrangement (8) can be lowered by the adjusting mechanism (10) depending on the working direction (6, 7), - or in that two tine arrangements (8) and a height-adjustable roller arrangement (9) are provided, wherein the tine arrangement (8) arranged downstream of the roller arrangement (9) can be raised and the tine arrangement (8) arranged upstream of the roller arrangement (9) can be lowered by the adjusting mechanism (10) depending on the working direction (6, 7), - or in that a tine arrangement (8) and a roller arrangement (9) are provided, wherein the roller arrangement (9) can be lowered behind the tine arrangement (8) by means of the adjusting mechanism (10) depending on the working direction (6, 7), - or that a tine arrangement (8) and a roller arrangement (9) are provided, wherein the tine arrangement (8) can be lowered in front of the roller arrangement (9) by the adjusting mechanism (10) depending on the working direction (6, 7).

3. Device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the movement device (5) has a drive device (13) for movement and in particular for parallel movement of the preparation device (4) along two opposing working directions (6, 7).

4. Device according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the movement device (5) is designed to move the preparation device (4) back and forth in parallel along two opposite working directions (6, 7) over the entire length (12) of the riding arena (3).

5. Device according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that - a travelling irrigation device (14) is provided on the preparation device (4), which is designed to irrigate the riding arena (3) across its entire width (2), in particular that the irrigation device (14) is directed towards the area in which the tine arrangement (8) acts on the riding arena surface (1).

6. Device according to claim 5, characterized in that - the irrigation device (14) comprises at least one supply line (22), - the supply line (22) runs along the working directions (6, 7), - that several valves (23) are arranged on the supply line (22), which are designed to keep the supply line (22) closed and to open it when required, - that the preparation device (4) has a travelling intake bell (24) for extracting water from the supply line (22), - and that the irrigation device (14) is designed in such a way that the valves (23) are open in the area in which the extraction bell (24) is arranged, - whereby the valves (23) can be opened in particular by the extraction bell (24).

7. Device according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the preparation device (4) is supported by at least one running wheel (15) rolling on the riding arena surface (1), wherein the running wheel (15) is optionally formed by the roller arrangement (9).

8. Device according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the movement device (5) and, in particular, its drive device (13) comprises a rope hoist (16) engaging with the preparation device (4).

9. Device according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the movement device (5) and, in particular, its drive device (13) comprises a stationary drive (17), such as, in particular, an electric motor or a hydraulic drive.

10. Device according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the adjustment mechanism (10), the irrigation device (14) and / or the rope hoist (16) are additionally attached to the support frame (18).