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STARK RELAX - U-plows Suit 3- to 10-ton Machines
The STARK RELAX U-plows are designed for machines weighing between 3 to 10 tons, offering an effective solution for snow clearing with enhanced maneuverability. These plows incorporate several patented technologies, such as the SMOOTH MOTION wing turning system, which uses dual hydraulic cylinders for precise and wide movements, and the RELAX blade release mechanism, which safeguards the operator and machinery from collisions by releasing upon impact with obstacles. The FLOATING FRAME technology ensures the plow follows ground contours closely, minimizing bounce and enhancing smooth operation. This plow is versatile, suitable for a variety of snow removal tasks including forward and reverse operations. The STARK FIT attachment system enhances adaptability by allowing quick switching of over 50 different adapters. The plows can be equipped with additional hydraulic options to improve operability, like the four-way valve that facilitates increased maneuverability and work efficiency, making it a reliable choice for versatile snow management.
Thanks to patented technologies, the STARK RELAX U-plows are the most efficient and versatile on the market.
The STARK RELAX U-plow is a first-class snow clearing device with excellent manoeuvrability.
Plowing is possible also when driving in reverse, and snow removal and stacking is efficient and effortless.
The patented SMOOTH MOTION side wing turning system with two hydraulic cylinders enables precise, controlled, and wide movements.
The patented RELAX blade release mechanism protects the operator, the base machine and the attachment itself from collision damage.
Thanks to the RELAX blade system, the blade remains locked during plowing, resulting in a smooth surface and significantly less packed snow. When the blade hits an obstacle, the blade system lock is released, the blade body turns backwards, and the blade gets over the obstacle. This protects the driver, the attachment, and the base machine from collision damage. A plow with a RELAX blade system can be pushed more forcefully against the ground to remove packed snow.
The patented FLOATING FRAME floating system follows the ground closely.
The sliding plates and floating features reduce bouncing of the plow while working.
The STARK FIT fitting system allows effortless adapter replacement to fit the implement coupling in the base machine.
In addition, various versatile hydraulic options are available for STARK U-plows. For example, the four-way valve adds to the manoeuvrability of the RELAX U-plow by providing extra comfort and work efficiency.
RELAX – UNIQUE PATENTED BLADE SYSTEM
The RELAX blade system keeps the plow blades locked. The plow´s trace is smooth and the formation of the packed snow is considerably less.
When the blade strikes an obstacle, the blade system lock is released, the blade body turns backwards and the blade passes over the obstacle. This protects the driver, implement and base machine from collision damage.
The plow with the RELAX blade system can be pressed against the plowed surface, which allows removal of the packed snow.
How the RELAX blade system works:
- The blade body is mechanically locked by three joints (Figure 1.).
- As the load increases, the lock is released and the blade body makes a rapid and extensive evasive movement (Figure 2.).
- When the load is released, the spring returns the blade body back to the lock (Figure 1.).
- The blade release force can be infinitely adjusted by changing the angle of the joints (Figure 3.).
The greater the angle between the joints (Figure 1.), the lighter the lock will open. WHEN TIGHTENING THE NUT the release force DECREASES, WHEN LOOSENING THE NUT the release force INCREASES (Figure 3.).