AP Machinebouw B.V. products

The AP silage grabbers are exceedingly suitable for the extracting of gras, corn, potato-fibres etc. They can also be used as an ordinary waste bucket. Due to the extremely solid construction and the Euro quick attachments the AP silage cutters can be combined with almost every frontloader.

At the modern cattle breeding companies an AP silage cutter is almost a must. The assortment consists out of several models and measures, all developed for use in combination with power shovels, track loaders, tractors with or without front loader and tele handlers. The tempered V-shaped knives at the frond side guarantees tightly cut off silage which prevents over heating in the fodder. The knives amply cut over the tooth so the block is completely cut loose. This way the block does not have to be pulled loose which causes a `beard`. Because the side plates and the front plate of the cutting frame are completely closed, spilling is reduced to a minimum. There are no parts sticking out of the side plates of the cutting frame, which can damage door posts, elevator walls etc.

The VDC types are equipped with two augers so that the auger bucket can discharge the feed both left and right. By the use of a control valve both augers can also rotate simultaneously. On both the VDC and the VDCE types the auger suspension is constructed to ensure minimal resistance of the feed during discharging. The hydraulic motor is protected by a shearbolt overload protection. The models for wheel / front loader are standardly delivered with electric/hydraulic control, the rear-mounted models come as standard with a manual control valve but can optionally be provided with an electric valve. The VDC is suitable for use to tractors or wheel / front loaders and can be equipped with all common quick attachments. Widths from 120 to 253 cm, the capacity varies from 700 to 1875 litres.

The AP grab buckets, type PG / TG are perfectly suitable for use to a front loader, telescopic handler and medium sized wheel loader. The machines are equipped with a completely flat bottom so no feed rests will be left behind; furthermore it makes the machine easier to clean. Although the bucket has no strengthening ribs, the special form and the strong material ensure that the bottom is at least just as strong as if it was provided with these ribs.  The increased back, and thus a small distance between the upper frame and the bucket, avoids spilling of feed. Thanks to the ingenious geometry the upper frame (when opened) will not extend the bucket. This makes it possible to move the bucket to a wall and shovel all the material, so no rests will be left behind and the upper frame will not touch the wall. Widths from 180 to 240 cm, the capacity varies from 1,05 to 1,35 m³.

The AP grab buckets, type PGX / TGX are heavy, robust machines with a large capacity, suitable for use to a heavy telescopic handler or wheel loader. The stiffening profile in the bucket gives the machine extra strength to allow the PGX / TGX to accomplish the toughest tasks. The increased back profile avoids spilling of feed. Thanks to the ingenious geometry the upper frame (when opened) will not extend the bucket. This makes it possible to move the bucket to a wall and shovel all the material, so no rests will be left behind and the upper frame will not touch the wall. The PGX / TGX is provided with heavy pivot points and can be equipped with all common quick attachments (welded). The types PGX come with fixed tines (thickness 25 mm) and an extra heavy frame with 3 pivot points. The types TGX are equipped with removable Kverneland tines and an extra heavy top frame with 2 pivot points. Widths from 260 to 300 cm, the capacity varies from 2,25 to 2,70 m³.

The type AS is a simple yet solid, self-loading machine that can process multiple products at a constant spreading pattern. A large conveying auger ensures a forced output to both sides of the machine. Thanks to this forced output it is possible to spread the bedding material (mentioned below) over a large width.

Type ASM is a cubicle bedder for intensive use that can process nearly any type of bedding material by means of two powerful agitator shafts. Due to the special shape of the bucket the loading of the material is easy. The ASM can also be used to process corn and/or mixed feed from a feed mixer.

The hydraulically driven AP irrigation machines are available in various versions. There are 4 models that come with a built-on PTO pump, a built-on motor pump or a hydro-kit. Choosing the proper irrigation machine depends on several factors like the length of the parcels, the desired amount of precipitation per ha. or per hour and the amount and type of water supply. The range consists of the types Midi, Mixi, Maxi and Gigant. The types differ in drum height and width, track width, hose lengths and diameters etc. The unique hydraulic winding system is characterized by the low power requirements and distinguishes itself by a low fuel consumption compared to the turbine driven machines or other winding systems. The drum of the AP irrigation machine functions as diesel tank. This large tank ensures carefree irrigation during dry, busy periods.

An AP turbine driven irrigation machine is a machine without own pump and motor drive. The irrigation machine is driven by a PTO pump or motor pump unit on a distance. Available with hose lengths from 350 to 600 meters and diameters 100, 110 and 125 mm.