Due to their versatility, variable chamber round balers are becoming increasingly popular worldwide. Now the film binding option is available for the variable chamber baler-wrapper combination Fendt Rotana 160 V Combi. In addition, there is the quick-change system for film and net rolls as well as a new tailgate function. Further innovations are available for the variable and fixed-chamber solo presses.
Innovations for the Fendt Rotana baler-wrapper combinations and solo balers
Due to their versatility, variable chamber round balers are becoming increasingly popular worldwide. Now the film binding option is available for the variable chamber baler-wrapper combination Fendt Rotana 160 V Combi. In addition, there is the quick-change system for film and net rolls as well as a new tailgate function. Further innovations are available for the variable and fixed-chamber solo presses.
Well tied – with net or film
Film binding is already available for the fixed-chamber baler-wrapper combinations. In order to offer customers of the variable chamber balers the same advantages, this technology has been transferred to variable chamber models of the Fendt Rotana.
With film binding, the bales are bound exclusively with film instead of net after the baling process by the Fendt Rotana 160 V Combi and then wrapped. The pure film binding reduces feed losses due to mould formation caused by air entrapment or freezing of the feed in the net at sub-zero temperatures.
Two gathering arms and the shaft binding system specially developed for the variable presses guide the binding material precisely and safely into the baler chamber. The shaft formation protects the sensitive film from damage. An electro-magnetic brake controls the pre-stretching of the net or film optimally according to the binder and its roll diameter. This optimises the stretch effect of the film and its adhesiveness, thus perfectly maintaining the density and quality of the bale. With film binding, the only waste material is film, which is much less contaminated and therefore easier to recycle.
The film binding system specially developed for variable chamber balers can save up to 3 metres of film per bale, as the shaft binding allows the film to be inserted wider and thus requires much less bundling.
The arrangement of the rolls on a magazine enables a quick change between film and net. This allows the user to quickly switch from silage to hay or straw bales as required.
Easy and fast refilling
A quick-change system for film and net rolls is available for the Fendt Rotana Combi balers. The roll magazine offers three storage spaces for rolls that are loaded ergonomically. With the help of the quick-change system, drivers can load the round balers directly in the morning for the entire working day. The system was specially developed to significantly reduce downtime whilst changing rolls.. Customers can choose between the Eco Load and Comfort Load options.
Machines with the Eco Load System have a simple loading chute that requires a little more muscle power. With Comfort Load, the driver places the roll in a padded carriage, lifts it and guides it up to the quick-change system. This requires little effort and the machine can be loaded directly from the ground, which significantly increases working comfort. An intelligent lever system makes it possible to switch between the three ready-to-tie rollers in a few simple steps. In addition, the easy operation and padded contact surfaces prevent damage to the net or film. This minimises downtime in the field and allows more bales to be baled per day.
Quickly closed – Speed tailgate
The faster the tailgate of the round baler opens and closes, the sooner the next bale can be made. The closing times of the Fendt Rotana tailgate have been optimised precisely for this purpose. Depending on the conditions, the Fendt Rotana 160 V Combi with the speed tailgate function bales up to thirty more bales per day than before. Farmers and contractors can thus use the working day even more efficiently and, if the weather threatens to change, can make more bales in the remaining time or go home earlier.
The option is available for all Fendt Rotana Xtra and Combi models.
Automated dry mass control
The bale size alone does not allow any conclusions to be drawn about the dry matter contained. Accordingly, the proportion of dry matter in the feed ration can vary from load to load . In future, with a variable chamber Rotana round balers, farms and contractors will be able to select how much dry matter a bale should contain before the baling process. Two synchronously operating sensors in the bale chamber record the moisture and mass of the bales. From this, the software calculates the dry matter content during the baling process. The round baler controls the bale diameter according to the entered target dry matter. This means that all subsequent bales have the same constant dry matter and can vary slightly in diameter. If, for example, the diameter of the first pressed bale is 1.25 metres, then the diameter of the following bales with a constantly equal dry matter ranges from 1.05 to a maximum of 1.35 metres.
The dry matter content enables transparent pricing in the bale trade. In addition, cattle farms can more easily align the mixing ratio of the components for the Total (Forage) Mixed Ration (TMR) in the cattle shed to the dry matter of the silage. This allows you to feed much more homogeneous rations and ensure a more constant energy & ingredient density. If livestock farms can calculate the composition of the feed more easily and reliably, this can increase milk yield or save concentrate feed and thus feed costs. Another advantage is the possibility to document the dry matter yield site-specifically and to derive recommendations for the following application.
Folds easily – Folding pick-up wheels
Until now, the pick-up wheels had to be detached from their working position and lifted into the transport device for road travel. Customers can now optionally order hydraulically or manually folding pick-up wheels for all Fendt Rotana Xtra and Combi. The hydraulically folding pick-up wheels are conveniently operated directly from the cab. This completely eliminates the need to lift and stow the pick-up wheels and the associated effort.
The pick-up wheels are self-steering and can be locked with a pin if required. This is particularly advantageous when driving backwards with the pick-up lowered and when working on steep slopes. In addition, this increases the service life of the pick-up wheels, as the wheel on the downhill side has a more stable track when driving on a steep slope.
