The Razors Edge Concaves by Thunderstruck Ag Equipment have been rigorously tested across a variety of crops in field trials, showing exceptional improvements in both performance and efficiency. Designed with an innovative variable spacing system, these concaves have proven their versatility and ability to handle multiple crops without the need for additional adjustments, such as cover plates. Let’s take a closer look at the specific crops that have shown significant improvements during field trials with the Razors Edge Concaves.
Wheat
During field trials, the concaves’ tight initial spacing provided the necessary aggressive threshing to efficiently separate the grain from the chaff, resulting in less rotor loss and cleaner grain samples. As the material moved through the concave, the spacing opened up, allowing for smooth material flow, reducing blockages, and ensuring consistent performance.
In wheat, reducing grain damage and maintaining a high-quality sample are critical to maximizing profitability. The Razors Edge Concaves demonstrated an ability to handle both dry and tough wheat conditions, leading to higher yields, cleaner separation, and improved overall grain quality.
Corn
High Moisture Corn is a notoriously difficult crop to manage, especially when it comes to preventing combine overload and achieving clean separation. The variable spacing design of the Razors Edge Concaves was specifically beneficial in preventing material overload in the combine’s separating section. By tightening the spacing at the point of impact, the concaves ensured that the corn was efficiently threshed right from the start, while the expanding space allowed for smoother material flow through the machine.
Field trials in corn showed a significant reduction in grain loss, especially in conditions where other concaves would struggle with rotor loss or plugging. The result was better overall performance in corn harvesting, with fewer adjustments required and a cleaner grain sample heading to the bin.
Soybeans
Soybeans can pose a challenge due to their tendency to shatter if they are dry and to not release from the pods during threshing if they are wet both which result in yield loss. In field trials, the Razors Edge Concaves demonstrated improved handling of soybeans by providing the right balance between aggressive threshing and gentle material flow. The tight initial spacing allowed for efficient threshing in wetter conditions and the gradual opening of the concaves ensured smooth material flow and minimized shatter in dryer conditions.
This resulted in fewer lost beans and a cleaner sample, with improved yields and better grain quality during soybean harvests. Farmers participating in the trials noted that the Razors Edge Concaves required fewer adjustments than traditional concaves, making them easier to use while delivering better performance.
Canola
Canola’s small seed size and tendency to overload combine’s sieve areas can make harvesting a challenge, but the adaptive variable spacing of the Razors Edge Concaves helped solve this issue. The concaves were able to provide aggressive threshing where needed, while the expanding spaces allowed for smooth and uninterrupted material flow.
The result was a reduction in overloading, less rotor loss, and better overall grain recovery. Farmers noted that with the Razors Edge Concaves, they were able to achieve higher yields and cleaner canola samples compared to traditional concave systems that often struggle with the delicate nature of canola.
With the Razor’s Edge variable spacing design it allowed for a balanced flow through the concave section leading to balanced sieves significantly decreasing grain loss while increasing ground speed leading to more acres per hour.
Barley
Barley, similar to wheat, benefits from a concave that can provide consistent threshing without damaging the crop. During field trials, the Razors Edge Concaves performed exceptionally well with barley, thanks to their ability to adjust automatically to the crop load. The variable spacing allowed for aggressive threshing at the beginning, followed by a smooth flow of material, which helped reduce grain loss and improve the quality of the barley in the bin.
This adaptability made the Razors Edge Concaves an ideal choice for barley farmers who need reliability and efficiency in their harvesting equipment.
Across multiple field trials, the Razors Edge Concaves have proven to significantly improve harvesting performance in key crops, including, but not limited to wheat, corn, soybeans, canola, and barley. Their variable spacing design provides the perfect balance of aggressive threshing and smooth material flow, reducing grain loss, preventing blockages, and improving the overall quality of the harvested grain.For farmers looking to maximize efficiency and yields across a variety of crops, the Razors Edge Concaves offer a versatile, high-performance solution. By eliminating the need for cover plates and manual adjustments, these concaves simplify the harvesting process while delivering superior results in the field. If you have any questions about the Razors Edge Concaves and how they can help you get the most out of your harvest call 1-855-612-7006