We’ve already written about the new arrival in the Fendt equipment lineup – the first representatives of the new generation of round balers, Fendt Rotana. Today we’ll tell you about the technologies Fendt balers use to make the best-shaped bales.
→ Durability
To minimize wear, all Rotana models are fitted with a free-wheeling sprocket that rotates a full 360°. If a jam suddenly forms during baling, the sprocket keeps turning, letting the bale slow down and come to a smooth stop. This way, the new free-wheel function prevents excessive wear on all drive components and the working chamber in case of blockage.
The Fendt Rotana’s new drive concept delivers great durability and provides better force transfer from the gearbox to the press rollers. The main drive is now implemented using two chains. This ensures a more even force distribution and better drive protection against wear.
→ How the necessary bale density is achieved
In all new fixed-chamber Fendt Rotana models, the press rollers are positioned differently, and their diameter is reduced to match the size of the chamber’s loading opening. The new roller placement more effectively ensures bale rotation, lets you achieve greater bale density, and also helps increase the machine’s throughput. Additionally, a sensor was installed here that reliably determines bale-density uniformity. When 30% remains until baling is complete, an indicator on the terminal helps the operator achieve a more even bale shape: for example, the operator sees how best to move along the windrow, whether they should steer more to the right or left.
→ A question of cleanliness
To prevent dirt buildup between the chains, all Fendt Rotana models come fitted with scrapers for the roller supports. A rubber mat between the rotor and the connecting element additionally prevents dust and dirt swirls from forming. Thanks to this, the starting element stays clean.
→ New design, new control principles
A new design was also developed for the new generation of round balers. First and foremost, the side-door paneling was reworked here, both visually and functionally. Thanks to the ability to fold back both side panels, Fendt Rotana users get easier access to the machine’s internal parts.
What’s more, control of round balers can now optionally also be done via the ISO-BUS network and the E-Link Control and E-Link Pro terminals.
OVERVIEW OF ADVANTAGES:
- A free-wheeling sprocket that rotates 360°
- A new drive concept that ensures less wear and greater durability
- Increased bale density thanks to the relocated press rollers
- Dirt-guard scrapers for the roller supports, a rubber mat between the rotor and the connecting element
- An innovative bale-density sensor
- Improved side paneling, ability to control via the ISO-BUS network
Watch the video about Fendt Rotana balers.
Find out the technical specifications of Fendt Rotana balers.
For more detailed information, contact:
Maksym Dmytrenko
Tel.: 050 414 66 35
Email: m.dmytrenko@astra-group.com.ua
