Vin Rowe Farm Machinery is the national distributor for Art’s-Way grinder mixers, which help farmers achieve the perfect feed
It could be argued that agriculture is an art which must be mastered in order to achieve maximum results and therefore income.
One aptly named product which can help farmers to master this art are Art’s-Way grinder mixers.
These American-made mixers are backed by nearly 70 years of company history and are distributed around Australia by Vin Rowe Farm Machinery.
Art’s-Way grinder mixers are designed for modern feeding operations and the manufacturer says these will “have your back day in and day out”.
Its grinder mixers are available in two distinct styles – hammer mill and roller mill – with various capacities available in both.
Hammer mills are the ideal choice for farmers wanting faster processing, the company says, while roller mills provide more consistency and also have a lower horsepower requirement.
Star performer
One model which Vin Rowe highlights is the 7165 hammer mill grinder mixer.
This unit offers a huge 165-bushel tank (5,814L) and has a 26-inch (66cm) one-piece hammer mill.
It is equipped with 96 hammers, which are four-way reversible to get more use out of the common wear item and extend its overall life.
A larger jack shaft and bearing are built to withstand stress from the tractor, which is recommended to be between 80-160hp for optimal efficiency.
The 7165 is a mixer designed to handle the toughest jobs, with strong drive lines and longer run times helping to provide more efficient feeding.
Its discharge system has a 10-inch (25cm) diameter and there is also a throat magnet to prevent metal debris from staying in the feed during processing.
Self-contained hydraulics allow for a more hands-free operation, and the centralised hydraulics manifold makes it easy to monitor and adjust gauges and allows the remote functions to work properly.
Complete control of the auger movement can be done via a control box or wirelessly operated remote.
The added hydraulic cooler automatically engages when the hydraulic fluid temperature is elevated, while the fan reverses periodically to keep debris out of the cooler.
A centralised grease point is another feature which makes operational maintenance easy.
An air system captures more feed and decreases dust during processing.
PTO drive at 1,000rpm or 540rpm is available, while a 12-foot long (3.7m) discharge auger allows for fast unload and easily reaches bulk bins.
Within the hammer mill range, Art’s-Way also offers the 6105 and 8215 models which have capacities of 105 bushels (3,700L), and 215 bushels respectively (7,576L).
On a roll
Art’s-Way’s other main offering is the CattleMaxx roller mill grinder mixers.
According to the manufacturer, using a roller mill allows for consistent feed results to be achieved with a lower horsepower requirement than the hammer mills.
For example, the 7165 model in the CattleMaxx roller mill range only requires a 50-120hp tractor rather than the 80-160hp recommended for the hammer mill.
Made from steel cut rolls, the grooves allow farmers to pinpoint the feed size that works best.
Art’s-Way roller mills make grain more palatable and digestible by fracturing the kernels’ outside hulls, the manufacturer says.
A consistent particle size produced by the roller provides increased bulk, allowing the animals to eat more ration and better assimilating the digestible nutrients.
Two mixing tank sizes are available – which align with two models in the hammer mill range.
These are the 6105 (with a 3,700L capacity) and 7165 (with a 5,814L capacity).
The two model features 20-inch (51cm) roller mills, which steps up to a 30-inch (76cm) roller mill on the larger 7165 model.
Features of the hammer mill models such as centralised hydraulics and wireless operation also feature on the roller mill range.
Proven model
The alignment of Art’s-Way grinder mixers and Vin Rowe Farm Machinery brings together two companies with long histories in agriculture.
Art’s-Way has been producing equipment since 1956, with a focus on specialised niche markets, and is due to celebrate its 70th anniversary next year.
This aligns well with Vin Rowe, which was established in 1961 and is the national importer and distributor for a wide variety of specialist brands.
Vin Rowe is based in Warragul in Victoria’s Gippsland region but serves the entire country and has strong parts and service backup.
For more information about Art’s-Way grinder mixers, visit www.vinrowe.com.au