Ireland’s agricultural machinery manufacturer Blaney Agri, who have decades of experience in design, development and manufacturing offer a range of hedgecutting machinery.
Their sister company Quad-X had spent considerable time and investment in developing Power Shredding technology for a range of ATV mowers. With impressive performance and a fine chop from small 20 hp engines, this technology was transferred to the Blaney tractor Power Shredder range to give great results in heavy material, all while saving fuel thanks to efficiencies. This same power shredding technology has been used in the hedgecutter range with this proven Power Shredding technology incorporated in each head– the business end of hedgecutting.
The Blaney R&D team have incorporated a robust design that can be tailored to an individual’s specification and needs, meaning you get the features you need at a price you can afford. As well as manufacturing hedgecutters, Blaney have also developed a unique excavator cutting head with flotation linkage to follow ground contours. This cutting head has been designed for optimum manoeuvrability to allow for cutting in closer proximity to the hedge. Blaney can manufacture these innovative cutting heads to suit any make/model of digger. They are made from 50% heavier alloy material, yet are lightweight for better balance even when reaching with smaller diggers. Excavator heads are equipped with a special hydraulic ‘Powerbox’ – a sophisticated setup that ensures the rotor is running at the right speed and protects the head hydraulic motor from any imbalances in the system.
The Blaney range of tractor hedge cutting machinery is available in 3 series: Compact, Agri and Contractor – built to suit the intensity of the work being done. With hedgecutters to suit tractors from 20hp, and various cutting head widths and hydraulic power, our range is suitable not only for the contractor but also apt for any farmer or amenities use. You can choose the arm reach, with 7 options ranging from 3m to 6.5m. Numerous arm options are available to help with certain tasks. Parallel arm geometry allows the operator to adjust the reach of the arm while maintaining a consistent head angle. Lift and Angle float kits assist with verge and highway mowing, enabling the cutting head to automatically follow the contours of the ground without any operator input. The option of Power slew allows the arm to rotate back behind the tractor, providing the ability to cut right into corners of hedgerows while also providing a compact transport position. On the Contractor Series a Forward Reach arm is available to set the cutting head forward into the operator’s sight line, improving visibility and reducing fatigue. Blaney also offer a unique and innovative Backward reach arm ideal for cutting along narrow laneways.
All flail heads are fitted with bi-directional drive as standard for upward and downward cutting. Blaney’s vast experience in rotor design ensures the Blaney hedgecutters offer the highest rotor speed, for a better cut and improved efficiency saving time and fuel. Manual and Hydraulic cutting head rollers are available for certain models to make following verge and hedge contours easier and to maintain desired cutting height. You can choose between a direct drive cutting head or an indirect belt drive system. The Blaney belt-drive system ensures a compact design and provides the best protection against shock impact on the motor when cutting heavy material, increasing motor life and performance.
Control options include cable control, electronic switch box control and ‘soft touch’ proportional joystick control. Cable control consists of a lever operated control valve inside the cab, while the switchbox control is a gives fingertip control, easy operation and instant response. The most sophisticated of the control options is the proportional joystick where movement of the flail head is proportional to the movement of the joystick. An electronic version is available with operating conditions of the system displayed on a handy LCD screen inside the cab.
The Blaney range of hedge cutters are suitable for anything from hedge cutting to verge or grass mowing along highways. The use of lightweight alloy steel within the cutting head has meant that these machines are suitable for use with smaller tractors, which has its own benefits when working on wet ground. Extensive R&D on the hydraulic tank has resulted in a design that will dissipate heat to prolong component life span, with an internal baffle for stability and to prevent debris entering the pump.
Other options include an Oil cooler kit to improve the performance of the hydraulic oil, by maintaining it at its optimum temperature, during prolonged use. If the hedge cutter is to be used or transported on public roads a Highway light kit is available. A debris blower can be added to help dispel cuttings back into the hedge or verge.
Safety breakaway is a standard feature on all our hedgecutters which allows the main arm to rotate back if it comes into contact with a fixed object such as a gate post, to prevent damage being done to the machine. Folding storage support legs make mounting, removal and storage easier. Each machine has the capability of cutting close in-line with the side of the tractor, meaning that narrow lane ways are no longer a problem. The arrangement of the arm allows for easy over-hedge cutting.
If you are a contractor considering upgrading your machinery or a farmer investing in a hedgecutter for the first time, Blaney Agri can be contacted from ROI on 048 2587 2801, from NI on 028 2587 2801 or visit www.BlaneyAgri.com
