increase font size
The advanced BMAir air filtration system in the cabs of worksite vehicles allows drivers access to healthy air.
Air quality is a major safety issue for New Zealand, with approximately 650 deaths per year caused by cancer attributable to airborne contaminants.
A new dealership agreement aims to combat these appalling statistics by making it easier for industries where airborne contaminants are a risk to install the advanced BMAir air filtration system in the cabs of worksite vehicles such as excavators, tractors, bulldozers and loaders.
“We are pleased to announce that we have appointed Repairs & Spares as the exclusive nationwide dealer for BMAir systems in New Zealand,” says Alan Cottington, chief executive of Landlogic, which holds the New Zealand import and distribution licence from the Holland-based manufacturer of cab overpressure systems.
The strategic move is designed to ensure that advanced air filtration solutions reach more operators throughout New Zealand, offering all machinery drivers access to healthy air.
Cottington says New Zealand faces significant challenges regarding the control of exposure to airborne contaminants – such as quarrying dust, fumes, and agrichemical vapours, that are leading contributors to respiratory diseases and cancers.
Worksafe reports that nearly half of all workers in agriculture and construction are exposed to carcinogenic substances, while airborne risks are estimated to account for approximately 400 deaths from cancer and 250 deaths from respiratory disease per year.
Kyle Farquhar, manager of Repairs & Spares New Zealand, says the partnership to become BMAir’s nationwide dealer allows their business to expand its portfolio and deliver a top-tier ventilation system to customers.
“Our trained technicians are equipped to install systems on a wide range of machinery, ensuring that operators in agriculture, construction, quarries and other high-risk industries have access to state-of-the-art filtration technology. Supported by Landlogic, we are committed to delivering comprehensive support for maintaining a healthier, safer work environment.”
Cottington says purchasers of new machines will also be able to specify units through original equipment manufacturer (OEM) dealer networks via an OEM program, to ensure operators nationwide have access to the best levels of protection.
Existing customers who have purchased systems through other dealers will continue to receive full support from those dealers for replacement filters and parts, or to conduct annual checks and provide systems for new equipment.
Existing customers will also have the option to seek support from Repairs & Spares who, as the nationwide dealer, will be able to supply and install systems on existing machines of all brands, alongside supply full customer support for replacement parts, service, and inspections.
www.tractorrepairs.co.nz
The arrival of new F8 and F9 designations for its 8000 and 9000 series forage harvesters, signals a swag of upgrades from John Deere, highlighted by topping the 1000hp mark for the first time.
Waikato-Bay of Plenty farmer Hugh Jackson recently secured this year’s FMG Young Farmer of the Year title in Invercargill.
Ashburton-based Carrfields has signed an agreement with Manitou to take over the distribution and retail rights for Manitou Agricultural Equipment covering the lower North Island and the South Island, effective August 1, 2025.
With June ending and following the most upbeat National Fieldays for several years, tractor dealers are reporting a lift in sales.
Samasz distributor FarmShop has introduced the new XDF Series Front Mowers, said to be refined for local conditions and to improve cutting precision and wear resistance.
Oamaru-based livestock handling specialist Te Pari has bought Combi Clamp, the New Zealand manufacturer of Combi Clamp manual sheep handlers.
Agriculture Minister Todd McClay has admitted that a scheme bringing workers from Pacific nations to work on orchards has become too hard to navigate but says changes are coming.
A new app designed in New Zealand aims to help sheep, beef and deer farmers capture, analyse and use body condition score data more effectively.
Canterbury farmer Andy Macfarlane has been appointed to the board of AgriZeroNZ, the public-private partnership designed to accelerate the development and deployment of emissions reduction tools for New Zealand farmers.
For over 50 years Mel Ewers has been supporting the apple sector navigate through compliance and quality assurance issues.
The apple sector is enjoying a bumper harvest season.
A fair question has been raised about how member-funded organisations should conduct themselves when taking a public position on any…
OPINION: It really is getting harder to lampoon government bureaucrats when they do such a good job of it themselves.…
