The receiving hopper models of the RH-Combi series have many new features

High-performance picking and sorting in a single pass with gentle crop handling are the unique selling points of the revised RH Combi series.

Picture: Depending on the specific requirements, the machine can be configured with pre-grading units, CLS clod separating systems, picking table or web graders from the WG series. (©GRIMME)

Improvements of the hopper floor

The hopper is equipped with padding on the side walls in the 3.10 m - 3.50 m wide front section as standard. This minimises intensive mechanical stress on the harvested crop when filling the hopper for the first time. The hopper floor was also completely redesigned. The conveying ‘pockets’ are deeper to improve the entrainment effect and residual emptying. The maximum hopper floor speed has been increased to 5.0 m/min for high throughput rates. In addition, the lower "bend" was equalised so that the hopper floor rises more gently. The crop therefore flows very evenly onto the cleaning rollers.

The straight bunker floor of the RH 24-60 "S", already introduced in the new RH family, is now also available in theseries of RH-Combi. This version of the receiving hopper is primarily used for particularly sensitive vegetables.

Picture: A fixed front wall is available as an option to increase the intake volume when the machine is used for removing crop from the store. (©GRIMME)

Improved comfort for the picking staff

The spacious picking table offers space for up to 8 people. A height-adjustable platform raiser is now available so that every workstation can be set up as comfortably and ergonomically as possible. Lighting is also available so that everything can be picked reliably at dusk and in the dark.

Improved crop protection on the CLS clod and stone separator

The CLS clod separator unit is characterised by its high and reliable separation performance. To improve crop protection, the separating wedge between the steel roller and the discharge conveyor as well as the side walls of the crop cross conveyor have been padded.

Picture: The scissor adjustment for the PU spiral rollers has been given a clear scale to show the roller spacing and has been redesigned for ease of servicing. (©GRIMME)