September 27, 2026
Mengele SF6600: Time to wake up
REPORT: A spur of the moment deal and bags of spanner-wielding determination led to the comeback of a 354hp Mengele SF6600. We find out the details of the story.
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Workshop equipment
Here you can find the archive of profi test reports on a wide range of workshop equipment.
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September 26, 2026
New Holland CR960: Combine Revived
WORKSHOP: Although organic farmer Anton Maier had his eye on a new combine, he decided to buy a used machine and embark on a major DIY repair job.
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September 26, 2026
Sentinel fire suppression system: No smoke without fire
DRIVING IMPRESSION: Given 2026’s bone-dry conditions, it’s no surprise that attention is turning to fire suppression. Norfolk firm LMG Agri has developed a front tank option equipped with pump and hose reel to provide a…
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August 2, 2026
Hydraulic pump and hydrostat repair: Leave it to the experts
WORKSHOP: When the hydrostatic drive in an item of kit starts to give trouble, a farm workshop fix is typically not an option. A visit to German outfit Jetschke Hydraulik in Hamburg gave us an…
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August 2, 2026
Weaving Machinery: A Family Affair
REPORT: The expanding business of this leading British manufacturer of drills and machinery is now accommodated in new production and office facilities at the family’s farm in Worcestershire.
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July 5, 2026
ZF S-Matic continuously variable transmission repair: Infinitely variable, properly sorted
WORKSHOP: With a production run of over 20 years, the S-Matic finally finished in 2019 and appeared in several tractors. Specialist firms such as Kretec have the know-how to overhaul a worn or faulty transmission.…
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July 4, 2026
Levelling the headland
WORKSHOP: Wobbling tines on a bale spike or muck fork will eventually wear the bushes. If you're looking to restore that tight fit, then weld-in sleeves are one workshop solution.
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June 8, 2026
Aerotec HF Pro 1000 Combi air gun: One-metre lance
WORKSHOP: Blowing out multi-layered radiator packs can be tricky, never mind the air filters or the rest of the machine. Like so many things, there are tools out there to make the job much easier,…
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February 16, 2026
Hikmicro MiniE thermal camera: A hot item
WORKSHOP: Thermal imaging cameras are great for detecting and visualising electric wiring in walls or defective bearings. This compact model simply plugs into your mobile phone.
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March 16, 2026
Mobile line boring: Precision to the rescue
WORKSHOP: Building up layers of weld and drilling with a mobile boring machine can provide a suitable repair on costly components. Here we have a look at what's involved.
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February 16, 2026
Repairing a Bosch hydraulic control unit: Repair with care
WORKSHOP: Hydraulic control units have undergone a great deal of development over the years, but the basic mechanical elements still work to the same principles. Here we describe a repair carried out by Bosch specialist…
