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Early 1900   Brillion started producing the first Pulverizer in the industry. The smooth roller wheels of this product broke clods to provide a finer and firmer seedbed as compared to finishing the seedbed with a drag or harrow. This practice created improved seed to soil contact for better seed germination. Different styles of wheels for different soil types and conditions were introduced over the years. The X-Fold model introduced in 1981 allowed the machine to hydraulically fold into an “X” configuration for narrow, compact road transport and was equipped with an automatic transport lock system that is operated with the folding operation. This feature is still used on today’s models.

1948   Brillion introduced the Sure-Stand Grass Seeder to the farming industry. The front rollers crush lumps, press down small stones and form a firm seedbed. The precision seed metering devices meter out seed onto the well-prepared seedbed. The rear rollers split the shallow ridges formed by the front rollers and gently firm the soil around the tiny seeds within the top ½” for top germination and fast emergence. The Sure-Stand Grass Seeder revolutionized the method of seeding grasses. The Brillion Sure-Stand method of seeding is still the standard by which seeders are measured today.

1950   The Brillion Pulvi-Mulcher was introduced. This product, also a first in the industry, allowed the soil to be tilled and firmed at the same time. Previous practices required separate operations for tilling and firming of the soil or seedbed.

1978     Brillion was a pioneer in conservation tillage practices with the introduction of the Soil Builder. This machine replaced the primary tillage operation of the moldboard plow. The front coulter gangs cut up corn stalks and other residue so trash flows through the machine. The rugged chisel shanks fitted with helical moldboards and miniature plow points rip down through the plow pan. The resulting ridges speeds the bacterial decaying process and allows more surface area for rapid warming in the spring. At the time of introduction, the Soil Builder used 37% less fuel than a moldboard plow and covered 50% more acres in a day’s time. Brillion still makes this basic machine as well as larger and various model styles for today’s farming industry.

1989   A new generation of seeders was introduced. The SS8, 10, 12 and SL8, 10, 12 models were available as three-point hitch or pull-type drawbar models. Standard features included 218% larger capacity legume seed boxes, flange mounted roller bearings and hydraulic transport wheels on the drawbar models. Operator efficiency was greatly increased with less time filling seed boxes and easy transportation between job sites.

1991    The Land Commander, a disc-ripper-disc, was designed to help the farmer meet the goals of the Conservation Compliance Program and the demands of the new high horsepower tractors. This machine gave the farmer total control of his primary tillage operation and reduced the number of operations required to cut and incorporate residue, remove compaction and level the soil surface in one pass.

1998   Brillion continued as a leader in the Turf Seeder market with the introduction of the Turfmaker II model. Standard features included 250% larger seed box, high capacity metering system and electric clutch.

2000   The BOS Overseeder was introduced for revitalizing bare and worn areas of golf courses and sports fields by reseeding into the existing turf. The PTO driven rotor cuts narrow, shallow slots into which the seed is placed. The rear roller then firms the seed into the soil. The seeding operation is all done without destroying the existing turf.

The Zone Commander was developed for zone tillage practice applications. These machines prepare the planting zone for row crops in a one pass operation. The front coulters cut residue and loosen the soil. Next, the deep tillage shank cuts through compaction as deep as 21”. Optional closing coulters and firming baskets or rollers build and firm planting berms.

2005   The LSS6 Skid Steer Landscape Seeder was introduced to meet the demands of the landscape industry. The dual mounting feature allows the seeder to be mounted on a Cat. I three-point hitch tractor or to a skid steer with a quick attach plate. The bi-directional versatility permits the seeder to be pushed or pulled and maneuvered into close quarters.

2007   The third generation Land Commander III is the machine of choice for managing residue, controlling compaction and leaving a level field surface. New features include heavy-duty coil spring reset shank assemblies, trunnion mounted disc gang bearings, heavy-duty wheel hubs and tires, maintenance free UHMW-PE transport axle bearings and longer frame for improved performance.

2008   The third generation Soil Builder II was designed to meet the demands of the higher horsepower tractors and conservation tillage practices. The award winning SBA model features 25” cutting coulters, robust frame and heavy-duty coil spring reset shank assemblies.

Brillion applied its years of experience as a leader in the agricultural and landscape seeder industry to the Food Plot Seeder. The Food Plot Seeder is designed to operate under a wide variety of conditions and plant numerous grasses, legumes, small grains, and other blends and mixes. The key to positive seeding results is optimum seed to soil contact. The Food Plot Seeder has the features to provide the necessary seedbed preparation, the seed metering and placement, as well as seedbed finishing, all of which provide a state of the art food plot.

2010   The Wing Float Pulverizer, the second generation of the X-Fold Series, continues Brillion’s market leadership of durable, long lasting and productive seedbed preparation equipment. The patent pending Wing Float Pulverizer design allows the wing sections to float and follow the ground contour independently of the center section. The new wing float technology allows the weight of each wing and center section to be distributed evenly across each section, providing a consistently firm seedbed across the entire working width of the Pulverizer. The firming weight range from 180 lbs. to 280 lbs. per foot crushes clods, firms the seedbed and eliminates air pockets for optimum seed to soil contact. The new 8” diameter roller axles provide a stronger, more robust design and eliminate the need for center supports and bearings.

The Till ‘N Seed was developed from customer inputs and needs for an implement to renovate and inter-seed into bare areas and poorly established crop conditions in a one pass operation. The versatility of this seeder makes it a great implement for pasture renovation, restoring sports fields and planting food plots. The ground driven double rotor system minimally tills the seedbed and incorporates the seed into the soil. The floating rear roller firms the seedbed and removes air pockets for optimum seed to soil contact for enhanced germination rates. The choice of one or two seed metering systems for large or small seeds offers the versatility to plant a wide variety of grasses.