Rotary Spreaders: Section 8.3.1 US Army Corps of Engineers Wildlife Resources Management Manual
Abstract
An equipment report on rotary spreaders is provided as Section 8.3.1 of the US Army Corps of Engineers Wildlife Resources Management Manual. The report is designed to assist the Corps District or project biologist with the selection and use of types of equipment and materials available for habitat development and manipulation. Topics covered include description, operation, maintenance, limitations, and availability. Rotary spreaders are applicators used to broadcast dry fertilizer, lime, herbicides, or seed over the soil surface. They are commonly used throughout the United States for reclamation and habitat improvement projects. Management objectives for using rotary spreaders are stated, and uses for developing wildlife habitat are discussed. The design and assembly of equipment are described and illustrated, and general specifications are provided. Methods of operation are described, and maintenance and safety requirements are given. Appropriate cautions and limitations are discussed. Applicator, Rotary Spreader, Equipment, Soil amendment equipment, Spreader, Site reclamation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADA257009
Entities
People
- Ted B. Doerr