13. Introducing Surface Shaping with Kelly Sharpe Pt. 1

GK Technology introduces Surface Shaping and SD Surface (in conjunction with Rust Sales) which offers land managers an innovative approach to field design. Surface Shaping allows for advanced drainage design, giving farmers the ability to design intentional water flow and directionality, above and beyond normal ditching and "land leveling." Kelly Sharpe explains how this new technology preserves valuable topsoil while eliminating problematic water-holding areas through advanced design and precision implementation.• Surface Shaping differs from land leveling by focusing on water direction rather than just creating flat surfaces• Surface maps are created within ADMS, producing cut/fill maps showing where soil should be removed and where it should be added (the controller will move the blade to do exactly what the map calls for)• Preserves agronomic integrity by allowing farmers to limit topsoil removal to prevent exposing clay subsoil• Implements precise design plans where equipment operators follow color-coded maps until areas turn green• Requires less technical expertise from equipment operators since the plan guides the entire process• Focus applications include: Red River Valley field surface modifications, irrigation grade preparation, terrace building, and construction site preparation• Requires farmer input during mapping stage to ensure the design meets specific field needs• Can reduce fuel and labor costs by eliminating unnecessary passes across the fieldContact GK Technology to learn more about how Surface Shaping can transform your field's drainage and productivity.SD Surface will not be available fall 2025, but we will keep you updated on the official release date!https://gktechinc.com/https://gktechinc.com/