Developed originally for use on combines to speed grain harvesting by taking in only the ears, contractors in Denmark are fitting stripper headers on forage harvesters to allow production of crimped grain in a single process. Martin Rickatson learnt more.
By: Shelbourne Reynolds
Shelbourne Reynolds has revised its short-wheelbase Powerspread Pro side-discharge tank spreader range for next season, to improve ride and handling, ease of loading, longevity of moving parts and visibility to road traffic. The new models make their national show debut at the Livestock Event at the NEC, Birmingham, on July 6-7.
The Powermix range of complete diet feeder is available in both single and twin vertical auger models that gives a range of mixer feeder capacities from 9 cubic metres up to 30 cubic metres.
The Cubicle Bedder range is available in three models CB100, CB150 & CB300. The robust simple design will provide a uniform bed quickly and efficiently with minimal operator effort. A wide range of materials can be spread such as sand, sawdust, wood shavings, processed paper, lime & straw and gypsum etc.
The Powerspread range of side discharge muck spreaders are able to spread both solid and liquid material with a spread pattern of up to 20m
The X range consists of 3 models XCV, XCS & XRS The models feature a spring loaded pivoting adapter plate system which enable the wider heads follow the ground contours. The headers are all centrally mounted and therefore compatible with controlled traffic applications.
Shelbourne Reynolds continues to focus its muck spreader manufacturing on universal machines able to handle all types of manure from slurry to solids, with its Powerspread side-discharge range.
The Shelbourne range of combine header trailers are designed to safely, simply and securely transport most popular combine headers – John Deere, New Holland, Case, Claas & Massey Ferguson. Thirteen models are available featuring single, tandem and four wheel configurations capable of hauling headers up to 40ft.
Take a glimpse of what we have been working on for harvesting hemp, more details and updates to follow….
The CVS & CSD range is available from 12ft (3.6m) to 32ft (9.6m). It features a fixed frame and adapter plate system. All models are suitable for harvesting a wide range of cereal crops including, wheat, barley, oats, and grass seed. Rotor Drive Options: Variable Speed belt (CVS) or High Torque Drive System (CSD)
