Tramspread has launched new shug couplings that can safely cope with the increased size and capacity of modern umbilical systems. The custom-made, branded, shug couplings are fabricated from anodised aluminium and enable longer drags to be created safely.
“These new shugs are designed for heavy users and will stand the test of time,” Tramspread director Edwin Baker said. “They are easy to use, safe and strong, to help speed up umbilical spreading using longer hose lengths whilst preventing any potential blowouts.
“We have also manufactured these new shug couplings to be universal, which helps users to easily interchange hoses without the need for a reducer,” he added. “The clamp ring of the Tramspread shug design offers easy and secure coupling and uncoupling without the need for additional tools which saves time and can help prevent unnecessary spills.
“These new shugs are very easy to operate and will save farmers time when setting up to spread umbilically.”
The shug couplings are part of a range of new equipment that also includes new hose pinchers manufactured by the Suffolk-based slurry specialist.
“We believe that every part of an umbilical set up needs to be of the highest quality to protect the user and the land,” Mr Baker said. “The strength of the shug design enables the safe construction of longer drags for contractors or farmers who need to cover long distances.
“As farms become larger and the need to reduce soil compaction increases, we’re seeing longer umbilical hoses being ordered here and by users abroad. Our export business is growing because products like these shugs are needed for all types of hose work. We want to make sure that as hose drags are increased, the risk of blowouts is kept to a minimum, and these shugs will certainly help.”
