Handle, store grain efficiently

<p><strong>U-TROUGH DESIGN RAISES BAR FOR AUGERS:</strong> The new Brandt U-Trough auger provides faster movement of corn or soybeans than a conventional auger. That’s the word from Brandt Agricultural Products. The Brandt 1345A HP auger uses 11-inch flighting and a funnel-shaped hopper to help keep the 13-inch tube full and move 9,000 bushels per hour. With the U-trough design, there is more capacity above the auger and less crop damage. Call 866-4-BRANDT (427-2638), visit <a href="http://bit.ly/brandtutrough" target="_blank">bit.ly/brandtutrough</a><em> </em>or email <a href="mailto:info@brandt.ca">info@brandt.ca</a><em>.</em></p>

<p><strong>GRAIN BAGGING TOOL: </strong>Busch Equipment is marketing the Akron GTT4010 Grain Bagger, which allows growers to expand storage on the farm. The 10-foot bagger has a hydraulic pan and cradle design that offers a simple, fast way to load bags. The design means that once the bag is on the cradle, you don't have to handle it again. The unit features a large hopper for easier filling. Call 402-563-1502 or visit <a href="http://buschequipment.com" target="_blank">buschequipment.com</a>.</p>

<p><strong>COMMERCIAL GRAIN HANDLING SWEEP:</strong> Brock has launched the 3500 Series Commercial Sweeps to give commercial grain elevators and large farm operators another tool to remove grain from storage bins. These sweeps work in bins up to 156 feet in diameter. The 3500 Series features an all-electric option that doesn't require hydraulics and it uses an explosion-proof, heavy-duty motor with V-belt drive and electrical collector ring for cord-free operation. The sweep sections eliminate the need for floor jacks, allowing for zero entry during bin unloading. Call 574-658-4191 or visit <a href="http://brockgrain.com" target="_blank">brockgrain.com</a><em>.</em></p>

<p><strong>LOW-PROFILE DRAG CONVEYOR: </strong>Sweet Mfg. has launched the new Flite-Veyor Low-Profile Drag Conveyor. The unit handles capacities up to 7,750 bushels per hour, and it’s designed to run under the bin floor with one of the company’s Silver-Sweet Bucket Elevators. The conveyor has a heavy-duty, 10-gauge galvanized construction with a 3/16-inch AR 200 bottom. There is a range of options available to meet different applications. Call 937-325-1511 or visit <a href="http://sweetmfg.com" target="_blank">sweetmfg.com</a><em>.</em></p>

<p><strong>FILL MULTIPLE BINS WITH 1 CONVEYOR: </strong>KSi’s model 188DC overbin conveyor provides innovation over the company’s previous model. Spokespersons say it’s ideal for situations which don’t allow for conventional bin-fill setups. An 18-inch continuous, smooth belt coupled with custom K-valve discharge spouts moves seed or grain efficiently from one original location, and places it in the bin where it belongs. It can handle up to 4,500 bushels of soybeans per hour. The 188DC overbin conveyor is fully enclosed for weather and pest protection, and it features robust catwalks for safety. Call 888-574-3277 or visit <a href="http://ksiedge.com" target="_blank">ksiedge.com</a>.</p>

<p><strong>SYSTEM KEEPS GRAIN FLOWING: </strong>The new Bin SumpPro system from Leading Edge Industries breaks up clumps that plug grain bin sumps. As a retrofit kit for grain bin sweeps, the Bin SumpPro uses the existing power-head and gearbox and a modified auger. Bin SumpPro is compatible with any grain bin with a floor sweep system. There are three models available currently, with more to come. Contact Leading Edge Industries, Groton, S.D., at 605-397-2020 or visit <a href="http://leadingedgeind.com" target="_blank">leadingedgeind.com</a><em>.</em></p>

<p><strong>BUILT TO HANDLE OILSEEDS:</strong> Brandt introduces Oilseed-Certified Harvest Grain Belts for handling oilseeds, including canola. They’re available in nine different models spread across three series, depending upon how fast you want to move grain. Capacities range from moving 6,200 bushels per hour to handling 14,000 bushels per hour. They feature industry-unique rubber belting, which won’t degrade from handling oilseeds, and they use a V-shaped belt pattern with raised edges to center the product on the belt. Call 866-4-BRANDT (427-2638), visit <a href="http://brandt.ca" target="_blank">brandt.ca</a> or email <a href="mailto:agriculture@brandt.ca">agriculture@brandt.ca</a><em>.</em></p>