Need help handling record grain harvests? Check out this new commercial-sized equipment for conveying, unloading and drying.

Commercial-strength grain conveying A new industrial-strength grain conveyor called the VacBoss, from Christianson Systems, handles big grain-moving jobs with minimal grain and seed damage.

According to the company, the vac's BlowerGard filtration system, which operates at nearly 100% efficiency, increases its blower life, and the product is 35% more energy- efficient than traditional grain vacs with comparable capacities. A 5-yr./2,500-hr. abrasion-free blower limited warranty backs the company's claim that the VacBoss withstands rigorous conveying conditions in all handling environments.

The VacBoss 4066 is available as PTO, diesel or electric and loads trucks at up to 4,000 bu./hr. through 6-in. pipe. Price of the model starts at $24,000. For more information, contact Christianson Systems Inc., Dept. Apply superscript *, Box 138, Blomkest, MN 56216, 320/995-6141, www.christianson.com.

Speedy unloading This heavy-duty commercial grain unloading system is on the market from Sukup Manufacturing Company. The system can unload up to 6,000 bu. of grain/hr. with 12-in., 12-gauge tubing. The unit fits under 15 7/8-in. floors and in bins up to 120 ft. in diameter. A reduction drive features an enclosed, self-lubricating chain drive for easy maintenance. A slide-gate assist crank helps make opening the slide gates easier. Price of a 30-ft. model with a horizontal angle-ring power head is $3,730. For more information, contact Sukup Manufacturing Co., Dept. Apply superscript *, Box 677, Sheffield, IA 50475, 515/892-4222, www.sukup.com.

Big dryer, gentle unloading A new commercial-size grain dryer from Beard Industries gently unloads grain with no augers or metering rolls. The company's new E Z Flow unloading system is available in the Meyer Energy Miser tower dryers. Dryer capacities range from 1,000 to 5,000 bu./hr. The unloading system maintains top grain quality without the augers to damage grain.

Another feature of the Meyer dryers is automatic continuous clean-out of the plenum divider floor, which is important for preserving the identity of grain. Prices start at $80,000. Contact Beard Industries, Dept. Apply superscript *, 1750 W. State Rd. 28, Frankfort, IN 46041, 800/541-7900, www.graindryers.com.

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