In a previous video, the friendly folks at Machinery Nation put the Westermann WR870 Moss Brush to the test on a commercial property. This time, they’ve decided to see if the Westermann CM2 Ride On PRO is up to the task of clearing an abandoned moss-ridden yard that hasn’t been cleared for years. Read on to find out how they got on with our Honda-powered ride-on moss removal machine, using its wire moss brush attachment to restore the area to its former glory.
Tackling mossy, debris-ridden surfaces can be a demanding task, especially if they’ve been left untouched for years and have built up a thick layer of moss and weeds. These moss covered surfaces not only cause an eyesore, but in cold, wet weather – something we’re not a stranger to here in the UK – they become a potential slipping hazard.
Trying to tackle these surfaces with a traditional broom and shovel method requires back-breaking manual labour that doesn’t even address the stubborn dirt and weeds between the cracks and crevices. Chemical solutions can be expensive and cause harm to the environment, and pressure washing can require a significant amount of water to be effective, and isn’t suitable for some surfaces.
This is where the range of Westermann weed and moss brushes comes in. Perfect for clearing moss and dirt from hard outdoor surfaces such as tarmac or concrete, they provide a less labour-intensive, chemical-free moss removal solution that requires no electricity or water.
The folks over at Machinery Nation recently put the Westermann CM2 Ride-On PRO to the test over on their YouTube channel, specifically with the radial wire brush attachment to see how it measures up when faced with a tough mossy yard area that’s been untouched for several years. Read on or watch the video below to see why you should consider adding a Westermann to your grounds maintenance equipment arsenal for a quick and efficient moss removal solution.
Why choose the Westermann Ride-On CM2 PRO for moss removal?
If you love the Westermann Moss Brush, but personally find that a walk-behind machine can be a little straining on your arms and shoulders, or you’re working with a larger surface area that doesn’t require you to be so intricate, then the Westermann Ride-On machine is the perfect alternative – you can sit down and clear moss from larger areas while the machine does all the hard work for you. For a more in-depth look at choosing between a Westermann ride-on or Westermann walk-behind machine for weed and moss removal, check out our blog here.
Combine it with the large wire brush attachment to tackle stubborn moss and debris across a range of hard outdoor surfaces, which is easily hitched to the front of the machine. The brush height is easily adjustable too, meaning you can raise or lower the brush depending on the density of moss and dirt, and how hard the surface you’re working with is. The hydraulic controls also allow for the brush head to spin clockwise and anti-clockwise for extra precision cleaning. The radial 1000mm stiff wire brush then gets to work by brushing away moss and getting into cracks between slabs and blocks to pull up debris for a proper deep clean.
If you need an even deeper clean, then you can also combine the CM2 PRO with the smaller but much heavier duty 550mm weed brush attachment to rip and dig up particularly stubborn weeds from between cracks, crevices and paving slabs, then follow up with the path re-edger attachment to clear soil and weed overgrowth from path edges. Check out some of the other Westermann CM2 PRO attachments available here to get a taste of just how truly versatile this piece of machinery is.
So now that you’ve seen it in action, what are you waiting for? Invest in a top-quality Westermann moss removal machine and become the boss of moss in no time at all.
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If you’re looking for new grounds maintenance machines, here at SPA Power Machinery we stock a range of Westermann equipment, from ride-on brushes to sweepers and scrapers, that are ready to get the job done.
If you’d like to know more about using Westermann machinery for grounds and garden maintenance purposes, please get in touch with us via the contact form on our website, or you can call us on +44 (0)114 2699 119 or email info@spapowermachinery.com.