New Honey Bee ‘Plus’ front exceeds owner’s expectation…
“Beyond our expectations!” Was the positive response from South Australian grower Charles Koch when asked how his new Honey Bee ‘Plus’ harvester front had performed over harvest.
Charles farms 20,000 acres that straddles the SA/VIC border north east of Frances and had purchased a Honey Bee 42 foot ‘Plus’ harvester front in November 2008. He has the front fitted to a John Deere 9870 STS harvester and has worked it in cereals (wheat, barley and oats) beans and white clover during the harvest.
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Products Broadacre Harvesting Honeybee Grain Belt Plus
20% Greater Combine Capacity and floating technology with the Grain Belt Plus Header
Honey Bee has engineered a superior, high capacity, dual purpose header. Built on a design that allows flexible convenience with draper efficiency in pulse crops and rigid capability in cereal grains, the NEW Grain Belt PLUS defines harvest efficiency.
FEATURES
2 in 1: dual purpose cutterbar
The cutterbar can be locked into a rigid position for cereal crops. For quick and short term rigid the airbags are filled to maximum pressure which locks the cutterbar. For long term rigid cutting, the adjustment bolts on six paddle arms can be tightened, securing the cutterbar in a locked position.
The cutterbar can be locked into a rigid position for cereal crops. For quick and short term rigid the airbags are filled to maximum pressure which locks the cutterbar. For long term rigid cutting, the adjustment bolts on six paddle arms can be tightened, securing the cutterbar in a locked position.
100% hydraulically driven and reversible
A complete hydraulically driven header powered by a variable speed hydraulic pump along with an in-cab activated, electric actuator allow the Grain Belt PLUS table to be reversed. The left and right hand drapers, center draper and feed auger can all be reversed at the press of a button. The trap door is activated when the header is reversed.
A complete hydraulically driven header powered by a variable speed hydraulic pump along with an in-cab activated, electric actuator allow the Grain Belt PLUS table to be reversed. The left and right hand drapers, center draper and feed auger can all be reversed at the press of a button. The trap door is activated when the header is reversed.
Increased table capacity
Along with increased size of feed auger and center drapers, the Grain Belt PLUS has also been engineered with an increased strut angle to increase table visibility and the volume of material that the table can handle. These features and the new 45 foot offering allow for higher capacity using the Grain Belt PLUS.
Along with increased size of feed auger and center drapers, the Grain Belt PLUS has also been engineered with an increased strut angle to increase table visibility and the volume of material that the table can handle. These features and the new 45 foot offering allow for higher capacity using the Grain Belt PLUS.
Floating cutterbar:
airbags, adjustment bolts, gauges
The cutterbar floats on six paddle arms, cushioned by six airbags. Airbag pressures are easily increased or decreased to obtain optimum floatation for all cutting conditions.
airbags, adjustment bolts, gauges
The cutterbar floats on six paddle arms, cushioned by six airbags. Airbag pressures are easily increased or decreased to obtain optimum floatation for all cutting conditions.
Larger feed auger
The feed auger has been lengthened by 22% and the flighting increased to grab the crop from the center draper allowing a smooth transition to the feeder house and increased header capacity. The float height has been increased to reduce torque requirements and increase capacity.
The feed auger has been lengthened by 22% and the flighting increased to grab the crop from the center draper allowing a smooth transition to the feeder house and increased header capacity. The float height has been increased to reduce torque requirements and increase capacity.
Larger double center drapers
Two 42 inch, v-guided, independently driven drapers help increase the capacity of the Grain Belt PLUS table. “No-wrench” over-center tensioning allows for quick and easy adjustment of the drapers.
Two 42 inch, v-guided, independently driven drapers help increase the capacity of the Grain Belt PLUS table. “No-wrench” over-center tensioning allows for quick and easy adjustment of the drapers.
Hydraulic trap door
The center deck assembly is equipped with a hydraulic trap door located in front of the center drapers. This door is opened as the header is reversed and allows debris and foreign material to be dumped under the table as apposed to being thrown back onto the cutterbar.
The center deck assembly is equipped with a hydraulic trap door located in front of the center drapers. This door is opened as the header is reversed and allows debris and foreign material to be dumped under the table as apposed to being thrown back onto the cutterbar.
Detachable sub frame
Two quick pins and quick couplers allow the Grain Belt PLUS sub frame to be removed from the header frame. The two main benefits: ease of cleaning and maintenance along with increased transport efficiency. The adapter can be left on the feeder house for less weight on transport truck.
Two quick pins and quick couplers allow the Grain Belt PLUS sub frame to be removed from the header frame. The two main benefits: ease of cleaning and maintenance along with increased transport efficiency. The adapter can be left on the feeder house for less weight on transport truck.
Detachable face plate
A detachable adapter face plate allows for a quick change from one feederhouse to the next.
A detachable adapter face plate allows for a quick change from one feederhouse to the next.
Hydraulic header tilt
The Grain Belt PLUS table is equipped with standard hydraulic header tilt allowing for in-cab control and on-the-go response to varying crop conditions.
The Grain Belt PLUS table is equipped with standard hydraulic header tilt allowing for in-cab control and on-the-go response to varying crop conditions.
Hydraulic fore and aft
In cab control of the fore/aft reel positioning and height adjustment allows for on-the-go response to varying crop conditions.
In cab control of the fore/aft reel positioning and height adjustment allows for on-the-go response to varying crop conditions.
SCH cutting system
The Schumacher Easy Cut cutting system provides smooth, superior cutting. Spring steel guards, with cutting edges on top and bottom, along with alternating, bolted heat treated sections eliminated the need for hold downs. The system keeps dirt and debris from accumulating under the knives for increased performance in severe cutting conditions.
The Schumacher Easy Cut cutting system provides smooth, superior cutting. Spring steel guards, with cutting edges on top and bottom, along with alternating, bolted heat treated sections eliminated the need for hold downs. The system keeps dirt and debris from accumulating under the knives for increased performance in severe cutting conditions.
Double knife drive
Double 3 5/16 inch stroke, epicyclic knife drives are standard equipment on all models. They operate at 1100 - 1400 strokes/minute and are driven by low maintenance hydraulic drive motors.
Double 3 5/16 inch stroke, epicyclic knife drives are standard equipment on all models. They operate at 1100 - 1400 strokes/minute and are driven by low maintenance hydraulic drive motors.
SCH roller spacer bar
The ‘NEW’ roller spacer bar decreases knife back wear, friction, heat build up, knife breakage, header vibration, and the amount of oil pressure needed to drive the knife. Roller guides are made with a hardened roller, sealed bearings and a cap to keep the dirt out.
The ‘NEW’ roller spacer bar decreases knife back wear, friction, heat build up, knife breakage, header vibration, and the amount of oil pressure needed to drive the knife. Roller guides are made with a hardened roller, sealed bearings and a cap to keep the dirt out.
V-guided drapers
V-guided drapers are made of long-lasting, rubberized polyester with fiberglass reinforced slats and tie bar connectors. The drapers are standard 42 inch width. The v-guide rides in the roller groove reducing the need for tracking the drapers.
V-guided drapers are made of long-lasting, rubberized polyester with fiberglass reinforced slats and tie bar connectors. The drapers are standard 42 inch width. The v-guide rides in the roller groove reducing the need for tracking the drapers.
Draper drive
The 3 inch diameter drive rollers provide traction in heavy crop conditions. Powered from the outside by a hydraulic motor, the drapers move the crop towards the center deck and feed auger for more uniform feeding. A new 62mm triple sealed bearing plus an additional outer seal provide added protection.
The 3 inch diameter drive rollers provide traction in heavy crop conditions. Powered from the outside by a hydraulic motor, the drapers move the crop towards the center deck and feed auger for more uniform feeding. A new 62mm triple sealed bearing plus an additional outer seal provide added protection.
Draper tension adjustment
Draper tension can be adjusted, which allows even tension on both the front and rear of the rollers. A quick release lever allows for easy adjustment and maintenance.
Draper tension can be adjusted, which allows even tension on both the front and rear of the rollers. A quick release lever allows for easy adjustment and maintenance.
Reel drive
The hydraulically driven reel is direct drive with no gears or chains and is easily controlled from the cab for on the go response in varying crop conditions. All split reels are double drive for increased capacity.
The hydraulically driven reel is direct drive with no gears or chains and is easily controlled from the cab for on the go response in varying crop conditions. All split reels are double drive for increased capacity.
Jack adjustable gauge wheels
Castoring gauge wheels have rubber spring suspension and are vertically adjustable. The patented castoring design eliminates gouging when turning and are standard equipment on all Grain Belt PLUS tables. A 0-10" height reference gauge is used for finite adjustment.
Castoring gauge wheels have rubber spring suspension and are vertically adjustable. The patented castoring design eliminates gouging when turning and are standard equipment on all Grain Belt PLUS tables. A 0-10" height reference gauge is used for finite adjustment.
Skid plate
UHMW skid plates are standard on all models to protect the cutterbar when shaving close to the ground.
UHMW skid plates are standard on all models to protect the cutterbar when shaving close to the ground.
Integral storage transport
The self-contained transport including, hitch, jack and axle are conveniently stored on the under side of the right hand draper. This transport is optional on the 30 foot and 36 foot models and unavailable on larger models.
The self-contained transport including, hitch, jack and axle are conveniently stored on the under side of the right hand draper. This transport is optional on the 30 foot and 36 foot models and unavailable on larger models.
SPECIFICATIONS
| GRAIN BELT PLUS SPECIFICATIONS | ||||
| Specifications | 3055 | 3655S | 4255 | 4555 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 30’ (9.1 m) | 36’ (10.9 m) | 42’ (12.8 m) | 45’ (13.7 m) |
| Weight (no reels or options included) | 5445 lbs (2470 kg) | 6523 lbs (2959 kg) | 6874 lbs (3118 kg) | 7355 lbs (3336 kg) |
| Cutterbar Floatation | 4 5/8" cutterbar travel, air bag suspension | |||
| Hydraulic System | Self contained hydraulic system on the header. Variable speed pump driven off bottom feeder housing shaft. | |||
| Header Floatation | Leaf spring float system standard on all models. | |||
| Cutting System | SCH Easy Cut, spring steel guards, bolted sections, roller spacer bar. | |||
| Knife Drive | SCH Epicyclic 3 5/16" (8.4 cm) stroke, hydraulically driven, approximately 1100 – 1400 strokes per minute. | |||
| Double | ||||
| Draper | V-guided, 42" (106.7 cm) wide rubberized polyester, fiberglass reinforced rubber slats. Hydraulically driven. | |||
| Center Deck | Two 42" (106.7 cm), independent hydraulically driven, v-guided drapers. | |||
| Feed Auger | Hydraulically driven, 22" x 89" (45.7 cm x 229 cm) retractable finger auger. | |||
| Reel(s) | 1 - 30’ (9.1m) | 1 - 36’ (10.9m) | 2 - 21’ (6.4m) | 2 - 22.5’ (6.9m) |
| Pickup Reel - Universal UII, (Series 2) 6 bat, 42" (106.7 cm) diameter, plastic teeth only. | ||||
| Pickup Reel - HCC Polytine Level II series, 6 bat, 42" (106.7cm) diameter. | ||||
| Reel Drive | Standard - using combine hydraulic system. Header driven reel optional. Reel speed adjustable in cab. | |||
| Gauge Wheels | Standard | |||
| Storage Transport | Optional | Optional | n/a | n/a |
| Storage Trailer (slow speed) | Optional | |||
| Formed Fit Poly Skid (UHMW) | Standard | |||
| Combine Adapters | Available for: John Deere 60 series, New Holland CR/CX, Case IH AFX 7010/8010, Challenger 680B, Gleaner A65, A75, A85, Massey Ferguson 9690, 9790, 9895, Lexion 500 series | |||
| Fore/Aft | Standard | |||
| Hydraulic Header Tilt | Standard | |||
| Automatic Reel Height Control | Optional | |||
| Automatic Reel Speed Control | Optional | |||
| Automatic Header Height Control | Optional | |||
| Dolly Wheels | Optional | |||
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