No-till Planter Parts and Equipment
Seed Tube Mount
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(PP#100104) The original Keeton seed firmer straps directly to the seed tube, and may be reinforced by strapping around the seed tube guard & shank. It is a good choice if the Quick Attach or Universal brackets won't work with your planter, such as late-model Monosem (using a special steel bracket from Monosem). Also fits JD 7000 and newer (except ExactEmerge), all Kinze 2000s; Kinze 3000s that don't have the oversize seed tubes; White 6000 and newer. (Wave-Vision Ready). Includes liquid tubing and Y-splitter.(PP# 100101) The original Keeton seed firmer straps directly to the seed tube, and may be reinforced by strapping around the seed tube guard & shank. It is a good choice if the Quick Attach or Universal brackets won't work with your planter, such as late-model Monosem (using a special steel bracket from Monosem). Also fits JD 7000 and newer (except ExactEmerge), all Kinze 2000s; Kinze 3000s that don't have the oversize seed tubes; White 6000 and newer. Will not work with WaveVision Sensor. No liquid capability.
Derek Tjaden
Derek is Kansas native who grew up in a 100% no-till farming operation. From an early age the benefits of no-till were made known to Derek by his father and by attending no-till conferences. From there he furthered his passion for soils while at Kansas State University getting his agronomy degree. He has had the experience of working in various roles and sectors of agriculture from sales and consulting to management, which have all been within production agriculture. Derek has also worked in specialty ag markets such as turf and ornamentals.
Bob Pagel
Sales & Service Representative
Prior to joining Exapta, Bob Pagel was an Agricultural Territory Sales Manager for Ritchie Brothers, serving parts of MN, WI and IA. He continues to support his family farm in SE Minnesota.
Jon Zeller
Current Product Engineer
He brings hands-on experience in no-till planting equipment, agricultural research, and design engineering. With a background in farming in NE Kansas and an engineering degree, he spent seven years at Kansas State University and three at Landoll Company. He’s passionate about solving engineering challenges and developing durable, user-friendly products.