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MATRIX 1200 / 180012 and 18 row Precision Seeders for Beet,
Chicory and Canola feature mechanical drive
Beet technology The latest generation of the 6-, 8- and 9-row
walking share with single row depth control for the
REXOR series
AgritechnicaMeet our team and see our latest innovations and
much more at this year's Agritechnica Show.
Hanover, Hall 25, Stand F11.
Agritechnica 2015
November 8th to 14th
daily from 9 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.
Gentle FlowNew crop flow process for 4-row potato harvesters
Infinite driveThe advantages of mechanical and hydraulic drive
together in one gearbox
Sample TakerObtaining crop samples has never been easier
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Gentle flow ensures an almost blockage-
free, powerful and very sensitive crop
flow through a 4-row potato harvester.
Conventional systems have two separate
intake units, designed for 2 row machines
that are joined together. This results in
poor visibility, blockage problems and
higher maintenance costs.
Grimme harvesters have a through-type
intake unit and separators that therefore
require less bearings and drives resulting
in maintenance being greatly reduced.
Two active rubber rollers are fitted to
separate the crop flow just above the rear
axle. In combination with the one-piece
extracting roller as transfer unit from the
1st to the 2nd main web, a blockage-free
crop flow is achieved. The crop is thereby
evenly distributed over the full width of
the machine and onto the separators.
New crop flow process for 4-row potato harvesters
HARVESTING TECHNOLOGYRobust rotary hiller for up to 500 HP
The new 4-row GF 400
rotary hiller is a real
all-rounder. Due to its
reinforced mounting frame
that includes a strong three-
point linkage and heavy
duty support wheels,
designed to improve the
hillers depth control, the
machine can be used as a
stand alone rotary hiller or in
combination with a trailed
potato planter.
When used in combination,
the GF 400 has the potential
to reduce working times and
prevent additional soil
compaction over the field.
The GF 400 is available with
75 or 90 cm row widths. In
75 cm specification there is
no need to uncouple the
machine (German Road
Transport Permissions)
allowing for safe and simple
road transport.
As an option the GF 400 is
available with a high power
gearbox for tractors with up
to 500 HP.
For potato growers who need to apply
pesticides into the furrow or for direct seed
dressing, Grimme offers the various
options of 400 or 800 litre tank systems of
the TS series.
For the Grimme front fertiliser, pre-shaper
and rotary tiller mounted to the tractor
front, Grimme developed a chemical
applicator containing two 200 litre tanks
that include rinsing water and hand wash
tank. The special design allows a good
view to the front. The TS 420 tank system
enables an optimum weight distribution
and needs therefore less lifting power
from the tractor. A limited pre-series is
available for the season 2016.
As separate front units the TS 410 or 820
chemical applicators with one or two 400
litre tanks including rinsing water and
hand wash tank are available. The TS 820
is also available for the rear mounting in
combination with a potato planter.
Depending on the tractor equipment and
power, there is a choice to operate the
machines either via PTO shaft,
hydraulically from the tractor or with the
potato planter control block. The applicati-
on is either manually controlled by the
driver, half- or fully automatically
depending on the drive speed incl.
spraying track switch-off. The TS 410, 420
and 820 meet the legal requirements for
plant protection machinery.
For export markets outside the European
Union the TS 400 chemical applicators for
the separate front mounting incl. 400 litre
tank as well as the TS 800 unit with two
400 litre tanks for the attachment to a
potato planter are available. Both units
come without rinsing water and hand
wash tanks. The applicators are driven via
PTO shaft. The units are intentionally
designated for manual application to keep
the handling simple.
Grimme offers the correct solution with 5
professional chemical applicators for
versatile worldwide requirements.
SOIL CULTIVATION
Professional chemical applicators for the potato grower
Two driven rubber rollers do separate the crop in a very gentle way
4-row self-propelled bunker harvester VARITRON 470 incl. GentleFlow
Comparision: GentleFlow (l/h) and traditional system (r/h)
Full width 4-row intake unit for the VARITRON 470
NEW
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HARVESTER
Infinite drive with VarioDrive
VarioDrive is a power branching drive for
the potato harvester, offering infinitely
adaption of the manual driven main webs
to any changing digging conditions and
allowing reversing by pushing one button
if blocking of the crop flow occurs.
Traditional systems are either mechanical-
ly or hydraulically driven. The advantages
of the mechanical drive are the high
effectiveness, energy efficiency and less
expensive. Hydraulic drives have the
advantage of infinitely adjustments and
reversing as well as a higher operator
comfort. One advantage is the others
drawback: For the first time, the
VarioDrive for Grimme trailed harvesters
have the advantages of both systems and
do eliminate the disadvantages.
The new drive concept consists of a
epicyclic gearbox with integrated hydraulic
motor and has more or less the same size
as the conventional mechanical drive.
Compared to the hydraulic systems the
new drive concept has a 20 % higher
efficiency which reduces the fuel
consumption by 1 litre per hour. The price
is less than for a full hydraulic drive.
Due to physical reasons off-set trailed
and self-propelled harvesters with large
wheels tend to sway under adverse
conditions. This reduces the digging
output and is uncomfortable for the
pickers. The active swaying stability
control ComfortDrive keeps the machine
in a stable position and can increase
digging speed up to 30 %.
Without the stability control it is
necessary to fit two wheels of different
flexibility to avoid the swaying of the
machine. For example, if small twin
wheels are fitted this creates an
unintended high soil compaction. The
active control of the levelling cylinder
keeps the machine on a constant
horizontal level and enables a digging
speed of more than 5 kmph without
swaying. The new system allows to use
larger wheels for a reduced ground
pressure. The output and also the
working situation of the pickers is
significantly improved. ComfortDrive is
available as option for the 2-row bunker
harvester SV 260 as well as for the 2-row
self-propelled harvesters VARITRON 200
and 270.
Active swaying stability control for potato harvester
HARVESTER
Drive lines in a two row trailed harvester SE 260.
Conventional mechanical drive of potato harvester
The new hydraulic gearbox does not need much more space than the mechanical drive, therefore enor-mous changes in the design are not necessary.
Relaxed working for the driver and pickers with ComfortDrive
ComfortDrive also available for the 2-row trailed bunker harvester SV 260.
At the Agritechnica 2013, Grimme
obtained the "DLG Gold Medal" (DLG =
German Agricultural Society) for their
revolutionary pneumatic separator, Air-
Sep. The system is able to separate
stones, wet clods and haulm from
potatoes by airflow in a very powerful and
extremely gentle way. Within just two
years, extensive developments have
been made with regard to its efficiency,
power consumption, noise level, dust
extraction and installation space. In
cooperation with our American subsidiary
Spudnik, over 100 trailed harvesters and
stationary machines have now been
equipped with the new separator. These
are used all around the globe in Russia,
USA, Canada and China.
Besides, Grimme has carried out
intensive testing using 2-row trailed
harvesters (type SV 260 an SE 260) with
German and overseas customers. The
very promising and successful results
were shown at the Grimme Technica in
2014.
For the European market many factors
have to be considered, including various
legal regulations concerning noise emis-
sions, machinery directives and road
transport. In overcoming these issues,
Grimme will now launch and offer Airsep
at Agritechnica 2017 - the first potato
harvester with AirSep meeting all
regulations for the European market.
AirSep: Stone and clod separation via airstream
TRASH SEPARATOR
Grimme AirSep in the 2-row bunker harvester SV 260 in the year 2013.
The 3-row elevator harvester from Spudnik with the Grimme AirSep in Canada
NEW
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Box weigh scale for box filler
For the exact weighing of
crop during storing (in or
out) a box weigh scale has
been developed for the
Grimme GBF box filler
series. The two compact
weighing modules are
simply integrated to the box
filler frame and are easily
retrofitted.
The filling automatically
stops or changes to the
next box when the pre-set
weight has been reached.
All functions of the weighing
device can be operated
from the box filler operator
terminal GBT 840. A tare
function especially when
using different boxes is also
integrated. A large LCD
display shows the weight of
the current box in 1 kg
steps plus the number and
the total weight of all boxes
per day.
35 ton capacity, unloading output of 10
ton per minute but gentle to the crop and
ground protective. These market require-
ments are implemented into a 12 m long
CropCart by Spudnik.
Depending on the equipment, the transfer
trailer can be used for the transport and
unloading of potatoes, beet, grain,
carrots, cucumbers, corn but also for
fertiliser. The large dimension transfer
elevator can be levelled hydraulically to
positions guaranteeing the optimum
position for all situations. The driver has
a good view onto the unloading elevator
which is fitted to the front of the trailer.
The Crop Cart is available with three
different chassis versions: single axle,
twin axle and rubber tracks. With respect
to its large dimensions, the CropCart with
35 tons version has no road approval for
Europe. A 20 ton version has been
developed for the European market
which will be used, for example, for red
beet in Great Britain.
CropCart: Multi-function transfer trailer for field crops
SPUDNIKSection Control: more comfortable and more precise
The main function of
Section Control is the
planting in defined rows. On
basis of the GPS position
the Section Control System
switches the planting
elements automatically
on-and-off at headlands and
on wedge-shaped areas.
For the next season an
"everything at a glance"
function will be available,
which shows all machine
functions and Section
Control parameters to the
driver in a particular clear
way. A new software update
improves the accuracy of
the single row switch-off at
the headlands. Further-
more, it is now possible to
delete unnecessary data for
the definition of headlands
after programming the field
contours or changing its
width. This is especially
useful in L-shaped fields if
headlands are not required
everywhere.
HANDLING EQUIPMENT
Sample taker for receiving hopper
The sample taker picks very gentle and
quickly presents a sample of the crop flow
to define the soil content and quality of the
potato. Giving a true result and therefore a
fair settlement basis for the grower and
purchaser, the sample is taken directly
from the hopper before the separation and
cleaning starts. The sample is taken via
flip switch or the operator terminal of the
receiving hopper with a minimal stop of
the crop flow.
A hydraulically driven conveyor will be
integrated into the crop flow at the transfer
between the hopper and the cleaning unit
with almost no drop. Sensors automatical-
ly control the sample taking to collect the
right quantity for the sample box. Surplus
crop is returned gently and automatically
to the crop flow. The sample is gently
transferred via a cross conveyor by
pushing a button into a sample box.
A very stable, ergonomically optimised
and clearly visible operator stand has
been developed. The height of the
operator stand gives the operator a good
view of the whole crop flow and the
sample taker without need to bend over.
The steps down from the operator stand
as well as the chute for the sample box
run parallel so that the operator easily can
take the sample box while stepping of the
operator stand.
The CropCart is ideal for the fast filling of planting machines.
Three different chassis types available for the CropCart.
Machine functions and Section Control parameter at a glance
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BEET TECHNOLOGY
Mechanical precision seeder for beets
At the Agritechnica 2015 Grimme will
launch the new precision seeder, called
MATRIX, for sugar and fodder beet,
chicory and canola. The machine is
available for 12- or 18- rows, either with
45, 48 or 50 cm row width.
The MATRIX has the following standard
features such as a mulch seed unit with
two front running cutter discs, two
Farmflex wheels for depth control as well
as a 4-times adjustable mechanical load
of the seeder unit with up to 90 kg per row
(hydraulic adjustment up to 190 kg
available on option). A standard seed unit
is also available.
After singling of the seed into a seed plate
it drops only 2.5 cm into the furrow and
ensures an exact deposit. The following
5 kg heavy, free swinging, rubber covered
pressure rollers ensure a good covering of
the seed. Four different units for the
various soil conditions are available for a
good seed covering.
The inner filled seed plate is driven via
electro motors, this technology enables
both creating of driving tracks (without any
seed) and closer seeding next to the
driving tracks (so called "Clever Planting").
In combination with a GPS system the
seeder automatically stops seeding at
headlands and wedge-shaped fields (so
called "Section Control").
For the driver's comfort focus is set on an
ergonomic and comfortable design.
An intuitive operation of the MATRIX is
possible, using the colour touch-screen
terminal "CCI 100" and ISOBUS
technology. Two boxes allow room for
carrying extra seed and a vacuum cleaner
for remaining seed emptying etc. The
seed plate have a tool-free and
spring-loaded emptying flap. As an option,
the MATRIX seeder can be also equipped
with a granulate spreader.
The MATRIX has been developed by the
beet technology manufacturer Kleine in
Salzkotten which was taken over by
Grimme in 2012. Production of that
machine will start with limited editions in
2016. The substantial experience of Klei-
ne has influenced the development of the
MATRIX. Now, including the new MATRIX
to the product range, Grimme is the only
full-liner for beet technology in the world.
Grimme will show extensive further deve-
lopments to the self-propelled beet
harvesters MAXTRON and REXOR at
the Agritechnica show.
Even more power for the MAXTRON!
The machine is now equipped with a 530
HP engine in lieu of 490 HP; its power is
generated by a 6-cylinder Mercedes
Benz engine (OM 471) with a capacity of
12,8 litres. The engine meets the latest
exhaust emission standard stage IV. An
improved engine management has
reduced the fuel consumption for all
applications in the field and also on the
road.
The MAXTRON will now incorporate the
new ErgoDrive operator armrest which is
already used in the REXOR. Besides the
integration of two colour touch-screens -
CCI 100 - the driver can define several
functions for direct operation by
programming the rotary switch and
joystick integrated in the armrest of the
air-suspended driver's comfort seat. This
more ergonomically design gives an
better overview over all important
functions of the machine and makes it
easier for the driver to adapt quickly and
direct important parameter according to
the changing harvesting conditions.
All Grimme self-propelled harvester are
fitted with the efficient and economical
LED lights as standard, thus ensure a
non-reflecting and wide illumination of the
working area.
The REXOR 620 or 630 are also
optionally available in two different
versions of driving speed - 32 or
40 kmph - to reduce the non-productive
time for road travel.
The latest generation of the 6-, 8- and
9-row walking share with single row
depth control for the REXOR series will
be presented on the Agritechnica show.
In addition, a new type of variable
chopper will be presented. The machine
either deflects the leaves to the left-hand
side or between the rows (Inline system)
- just as required. This flexibility can be
an major advantage in fields with much
haulm or on slopes in wet conditions.
Further developments for the self-propelled beet technology
BEET TECHNOLOGY
MATRIX 1200 in transport position
Intuitive operation of the machine via terminal CCI 100
The mechanical precision seeder - MATRIX 1800 in field application The 6-row self-propelled beet harvesters - MAXTRON 620, REXOR 620 and REXOR 630
The new ErgoDrive concept faciliates the intuitive operation.
The driver just needs to push one button to decide between side delivery or the inline system of the beet leaves.
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Grimme Tools
For some time
now several
apps, provided
by Grimme, are
available at the
AppStore. The
apps are
designed to be
used on both devices
iPhone and iPad. Download
is for free.
CalcMyTrack: Spraying track calculator
With this calculator you may
calculate the correct
spraying track for 2-, 4-, 6-
or 8-row planters. It is
possible to enter the row
width, sprayer width and
following track (left- / right-
hand) individually. The set-
tings are available in metric
or inches. The spraying
tracks are highlighted in red
after the calculation.
CalcMyPlants: Calculation of required seed potatoes
The software provides
simple calculation of the
amount of seed potatoes for
the traditional planting or
planting in a bed system
(2- or 3-rows per bed). Row
width, plant distance and
weight required for the
calculation. Illustrations
assist to find the correct
planting distance. Bench-
marks for various crop sizes
(oval varieties) available
under "crop weight". The
settings are available in
metric or inches.
POTATO EUROPE 2015
Successful International Trade Meeting in Belgium
On the 2 & 3 September 2015, more than
9000 professional Potato Farmers, Con-
tractors and Manufacturers met at
Europe's most important industry event:
Potato Europe.
This event takes place every year, alterna-
tely in Germany, Belgium, France and The
Netherlands. On 300 square metres
exhibition space, Grimme showed 3
planters and the 8-row foldable rotary
hiller. The well-attended field demonstrati-
on also presented the self-propelled 4-row
bunker harvester VARITRON 470 as well
as the pulled 2-row bunker harvester
SE 260, both equipped with the new
version of Nonstop-Bunker. Furthermore,
Grimme demonstrated the 2-row pulled
bunker harvester SV 260. In the range of
handling equipment Grimme was able to
showcase the complete line with receiving
hopper, single conveyor and store loader.
Besides, the new LC-series of conveyors
as well as a box filler came into operation.
The next Potato Europe will take place in
France in 2016.
Since the beginning of 2014 Grimme has
a special department to check and to
refurbish used machinery. It is located at
Grimme, in Damme and at Kleine, in
Salzkotten (both in Germany). The
refurbishment follows strictly-defined
quality standards: Only newest Grimme
Original Parts and the latest software
releases are used and installed for the
refurbishing process. The team which
checks the used machines, consists of
experienced long-term Grimme
employees from the assembly, manufac-
turing and maintenance department.
Before the machine is finally released for
sale every equipment is tested intensively
and provided with a "Grimme-quality
seal" for used machinery.
Our customers thus get a top-hand
machine including warranty for one
harvest season. Instructions and support
during initial on-field use is provided by
the Grimme service team. The available
portfolio consists of self-propelled
harvesters for beets and potatoes such
as the MAXTRON 620, REXOR 620,
Kleine Beetliner, Kleine Cleanliner and
the Kleine SF10 (beet technology) as
well as the VARITRON 270 and the
VARITRON 470 (potato technology).
For further information please visit us at
www.grimme.com (at the bottom of the
page you find "USED-MACHINES"). Do
not hesitate to contact us directly.
Sebastian Quednau Sales manager for used machinery tel. +49 5491 666-2697 fax. +49 5491 666-772697 mobile +49 1525 6662697 [email protected]
Used machinery of Grimme - first choice!
USED MACHINERYCalcMyYield: Yield and capacity calculator
This helpful calculator
suitable for bunker
harvesters, uses your
figures/data of the row
width, the number of rows,
the bunker capacity and the
field length to calculate an
average yield and maximum
distance without unloading.
CalcMySeason Harvest: Performance calculator
Software to calculate the
yield of the harvester in
hours, tonnes or seasonal
output with the details of
digging days and hours,
digging speed, yield
average, bunker capacity,
row width and number of
rows. In addition, it is
possible to enter efficiency-
reducing data such as
maneuver time at head-
lands, empty tours and
unloading times (not
applicable for elevator
harvester) to get more
reasonable data.
MAXTRON 620 and a VARTIRON 470 in the process of professional refurbishment.
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THE GRIMME MODEL WORLD
Bunker harvester SE 260 as a precision model
Just in time for the Agritechnica show
at Hanover we will present a new
collectible model of WIKING (scale
1:32) - the 2-row bunker harvester
SE 260
This one and other models are avai-
lable during the Agritechnica show at
the exhibition booth of EILBOTE -
Boomgaarden Verlag (Hall 13- C58;
Hall 9- B11 and Hall 4-B11).
Afterwards, the model will also be
available at your Grimme dealer or
can be ordered at
www.eilbote-onlineshop.de
Only while stocks last.
NEW
SIKU: Potato harvester SE 260 with tractor, scale 1:87The harvester is equipped with a moveable drawbar, which
reflects the typical situation for road transport and for
harvesting. The intake is height adjustable. The head of the
bunker can be unfolded to the side and allows the discharge
of potatoes on a transport vehicle.
WIKING: Bunker harvester SE 260, scale 1:32For the first time WIKING produced a miniaturized model of a
trailed potato harvester of Grimme SE 260 in 1:32 scale.
This model can be mounted behind a tractor in a very realistic,
offset-trailed way. The model is equipped with swivelling
drawbar and a connectable pto-shaft. The jack stand is
foldable. It can be folded away for driving with a fingers
movement and is height adjustable. The intake can be
adjusted in height by a small joint lever, while the diabolo
rollers are mounted individually and do even rotate. The
position of the intake can be fixed in the upper position, shares are foldable. The model is equipped with several access
doors / movable panels on the left side and at the rear side. This allows a view into the interior of the machine. The ladders of
the working platforms can be folded upwards for transport. For field operation the security doors for the picking staff can be
opened and closed. Of course, the bunker can be lifted for emptying. In a very realistic way, it can be folded for a gentle crop
flow into any transportation unit.
SIKU: Ridging Hiller GH, scale 1:32This robust model impresses with a frame made of metal
and rugged plastic parts. The
prototypical implementation
of tines and ridging hillers
makes playing a real-life
experience!