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WAIKATO AGRIBUSINESS NEWS <strong>May</strong> <strong>2018</strong> 5 Ag-Worx thriving on its dairy industry expertise Two generations of dairy industry expertise, plus innovation is what makes Matamata based family company Ag-Worx the thriving business it is today. Founded by the late Jim Jobe in 1967, known as J.S.(Jim) Jobe & Co Ltd. Ag-Worx as it is known today, is a legacy, passed down from Jim, to his daughter and son-in-law Terry and Sylvia Hawes, and is managed by his eldest grandson Craig Hawes. The company is celebrating its 50th anniversary, making it the region’s longest standing milking machine service agent around. Over the past 50 Years, Ag-Worx has gained an experienced team to help with all aspects of milking machinery, pumps, water filtration and reticulation on dairy farms. “Our team can service all makes and models of milking equipment, but we are a proud Dairymaster Milking Systems dealer for the Waikato area”, says Craig. “We are also proud of our ability to carry out machine upgrades and customise systems for our customers. We also have a qualified machine tester on staff. “Our difference is we are a progressive company, when there is a problem, we think outside the square to come up with a customised solution to fit the needs, wants and budget of our clients. This is an attitude passed down from my grandfather, who never let anyone walk away dissatisfied. If a customer walked in with a problem he didn’t have a direct solution for, he would be in the workshop figuring out how to help them.” While Ag-Worx now stands as the longest standing milking machine dealership in Matamata, it has married the vast knowledge of its generation past, with the creative and cutting edge technology of the present and future. Terry and his two sons Craig and Darren, are a trio of keen innovators. It is from their expertise that FORSI was born. The sister business to Ag-Worx specialises in water and effluent filtration. The FORSI effluent filtration system made its debut at this year’s Agricultural Fieldays at Mystery Creek. It is this technology plus industry knowledge that makes Ag-Worx specialists in the dairy industry. “We are the only water filtration experts in Matamata. We specialise in the removal of iron and manganese, as well as other elements from water supplies using the FORSI Aquafier IM filtration systems,” says Craig. “A lot of farmers are finding their water supply to the shed is not up to standard and are facing water exclusion penalties. With our vast knowledge and expertise in this field we have been able to successfully filter iron and manganese from farm water supplies, and now filter dairy effluent to clean, clear, pathogen free water, cutting compliance costs in half for farmers. This new technology is taking New Zealand by storm.” But it doesn’t end there. Ag-Worx also specialises in swimming and spa pool equipment. “We are the only company in Matamata with the expertise and knowledge to make repairs easily and efficiently,” says Craig. They deal with everything from pumps, filters, chlorination systems and automation, through to robotic pool cleaners, pool toys, accessories and chemicals. They offer a free pool water testing service and give expert advice on pool care and maintenance, even offering a comprehensive valet service. The AG-WORX store is stocked up with brands such CUSTOMERS KNOW US AND KNOW WE SELL ONLY HIGH QUALITY PRODUCTS THAT LAST THE DISTANCE. as; Grundfos, Zodiac, Hansen, Anka, Jobe Valves, and Devan Tanks to name a few. For any general engineering work, Ag-Worx has the know-how. Clients are welcome to discuss their specialised design ideas with the staff, to turn plans into products. Matamata is an extremely competitive market and Craig says being a family business has helped assist the company to grow over the last 50 years. “Customers know we sell only high quality products that last the distance. Because a lot of farms are passed down from generation to generation in this region, we have been working with some families for many years. Our company’s longevity in the business, gives customers confidence that Ag-Worx will be around to service their needs now, and well into the future.” QUALITY WATER IS IMPORTANT FORSI are specialists in customized treatment systems for all types of water quality issues. • Iron, Manganese, Arsenic, Turbidity Removal • pH Correction • Solids Separation • Waste water recycling • • Car wash recycling systems • • Irrigation Filtration YOUR FARM CAN BE PROFITABLE! We offer a great service offering Dairymaster Milking Systems for the budget conscious farmer looking to do a milking plant upgrade or require preventative maintenance, give our friendly team a call today! ALSO, LOOK WHAT WE CAN OFFER · Dairymaster Milking Systems · Servicing of all brands of milking systems · Milking Machine Testing · Preventative Maintenance Programs · Water Pump Sales & Service · Water Filtration Specialists · Effluent Filtration specialists · Water reticulation Systems · Irrigation Systems · Pool & Spa Equipment Sales & Service · Pool & Spa Maintenance. · Full Pool Valet Service. · Pool Accessories. · Pool Toys. · Spa Pools. · Extensive water Fittings Selection. · Hose Supplies. · Stainless Steel Fabrication · Deepwell Lifting · General Engineering ON CALL 24/7 10660 Forsi Innovations Ltd I 14 Waihou Street I Matamata Ph: 07 880 9479 I Fax: 07 880 9486 I www.forsi.co.nz C1605krFosriInnov Cnr Tui & Tainui Streets MATAMATA Ph: 07 888 7524 www.ag-worx.co.nz E: admin@ag-worx.co.nz
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