Monosem Inc. produced the original precision vacuum planter in North America and the first Twin-Row planter. Monosem Inc.'s recent engineering work is Monoshox. This unique linkage incorporates a racing shock with internal fluid dampening. The high-end shock provides unparalleled bounce control, while its external spring adjusts for measured down pressure. The system working together results in greatly improved ground contact for consistent seed depth in a wide range of planting conditions.

Another innovation specifically for Twin-Row is Monosem's Sync-Row System. To get the full potential of twin-Row, the seed drop between Twin pairs can now be synchronized to plant in a staggered pattern that can provide optimal spacing and best use of growing room.

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Advanced twin-row seeding technology is now available from Case IH for 2013. Accurate, dependable Case IH Twin-Row planters provide a best-in-class solution to increase plant populations without changing cropping practices. The concept involves staggering seed in two rows, eight inches apart on 30-, 36-, 38-, or 40-inch centers. A corn head set for any of those settings can harvest twin rows at the same time. Twin-row technology can be used for planting corn, soybeans, cotton, milo and sunflowers. Twin-row production is often credited for increased standability of crops, and this system utilizes a higher percentage of an acre compared to standard row widths.

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