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Hydro-Raking


Hydro-raking is a common technique used for the physical removal of small scale infestations of aquatic plants. Allied Biological’s hydro-rake uses a 4’ - 8’ wide rake with a backhoelike attachment to collect and remove weeds, debris, and organic material. Equipped with high-speed paddle wheels and a limited draft, this machine is ideal for shallow waters.

Hydro-rakes are most often used to clear small areas around docks, ramps, channels, and wimming areas, although they can help deepen shallow areas. The hydro-rake can also be equipped with a solid bucket with drains for dredging operations.

The hydro-rake does not have on board storage so if it is necessary to dispose of plant material at a distant off-load site, the conveyor system on a weed harvester is utilized to transport the material. Rate of productivity varies greatly depending on the type of material and shoreline disposal points, but often ranges from 0.25-1.5 acres per day.

Hydro-raking is ideal for removal of:

• Floating islands
• Cattails
• Waterlilies
• Leaf accumulation
• Phragmites
• Snags


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