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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Workshop equipment
Here you can find the archive of profi test reports on a wide range of workshop equipment.
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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…
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January 17, 2026
Proxxon 1/2″ Rotary Ratchet: With a twist
WORKSHOP: There are ratchets on the market for working in tight spots, such as the Proxxon Rotary. This nifty tool can be operated at an angle by simply twisting the handle grip.
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February 16, 2026
Home-built front press: Second life for cultivator packer
WORKSHOP: At the beginning of 2023, we were looking for a front press for our 4.50m power harrow drill combi. It soon became clear that the used market had slim pickings, and new machines were…
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December 21, 2025
Sonax dirt protection sealant: Quick wash
WORKSHOP: Sonax dirt protection sealant: Quick wash During the busy season, time is precious, but machines still need to be cleaned. Sonax has introduced a sealant that is designed to prevent dirt from stubbornly sticking…
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November 23, 2025
High-tip bucket: Filling higher trailers
WORKSHOP: With a lift height of 3.20 metres and an unloading height of just 2.20 metres when the bucket is fully tipped, these are stats that make the loading of woodchip into a high-sided trailer…
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October 26, 2025
Case IH Puma tractors: Cuddles for kittens
TUNING: Case IH owners have been busy sharing their tips for Puma perfection and Maxxum magnificence, as well as offering a dash of original CVX class, with a range of mods that may also appeal…
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August 31, 2025
Weidmüller RT1 cable-tie snips: Tug tight and snip
WORKSHOP: One of a number of tools on the market that will pull a cable tie consistently tight and then snip off the excess is the RT1. We find out if it is a useful…
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August 2, 2025
Swift-Cut CNC plasma cutter: Swiftest of cuts
WORKSHOP: If you want to take farm engineering to the next level and regularly cut various pieces of sheet steel, then a CNC plasma cutter might not be a ridiculous purchase. We take a look…
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December 1, 2024
Tine sleeve replacement: Roll up your sleeves
WORKSHOP: Wobbling tines on a bale spike or muck fork will eventually wear the bushes. If you want to restore that tight fit, then weld-in sleeves are one workshop solution.
