Kuhn has upgraded its fixed-chamber round baler-wrapper combination machine by making film binding (instead of net) available as an option.
Following on from the launch of Kuhn’s film binding system on the iBIO+ last year, the company has now introduced the same bale wrapping system on the latest version of its FBP 3135 BalePack.
Kuhn’s twin-satellite film binding system uses two film reels to bind the cylindrical part of the bale.
It, says Kuhn, offers several advantages compared to other film binding systems – not least the ability to use standard-sized rolls (25µm; 1,500m; 750mm) therefore eliminating the need to order separate binding and wrapping film.
Kuhn says that its system reduces film usage by up to 30% by pre-stretching prior to application. It also claims “quicker and easier roll loading”, thanks to a system that hydraulically folds the film reels into their loading/unloading position.
The FBP 3135 BalePack can also be used with conventional net binding; switching between film and net is reportedly fast, as the two systems are separate.
The FBP 3135 is available with two different intake rotors – the OPTICUT 14 or OPTICUT 23 – both with Hardox tines. Each version shares the same 2.3m pick-up.
The OPTICUT 14 is fitted with 14 knives to produce a claimed chop length of 70mm. Group selection enables the knives to be used in five formations to produce the desired chop length.
The OPTICUT 23 offers a claimed minimum chop length of 45mm, with its 23 knives used in a 0, 7, 11, 12 or 23-blade arrangement.
Each knife is individually spring-protected. A drop-floor intake system is also fitted.
The FBP’s bale chamber consists of 18 rollers, resulting in bales that span 1.25m in diameter and 1.22m in width.
Overall dimensions for the FBP 3135 are 6.46m in length, 2.73m in height and 2.99m in width. The machine’s net weight is from 5.6t upwards, depending on options specified.
