Sowing complex "Kuzbass": technical characteristics, manufacturer, reviews

The sowing complex "Kuzbass" is a unique example of agricultural machinery of the new generation from the company "Agro". The combination of a cultivator and a pneumatic seeder in one unit makes it possible to loosen, sow and level the ground in one pass without prior plowing.

Agrotechnologies of the XXI century

World experience shows that for long-term successful farming, it is not the maximum yield that is important, but the preservation of soil fertility for many years. The optimal and rational use of resources is the key to the country's food security.

Applied in Russia, agricultural technology 30 years ago, have become obsolete and require a revision of the principles of cultivation of soils. Fieldwork is the most energy-intensive operation in plant growing, so the introduction of saving technologies is an urgent issue.

In this regard, the sowing complex "Kuzbass" is an excellent alternative to the traditional method of soil treatment, in which the land must first be plowed, then sown and harrowed. The new unit allows you to combine these operations in one pass.

Sowing complex "Kuzbass": manufacturer

PC "Kuzbass" is produced by Kemerovo LLC "Agro" since 1994. Over 70% of all spare parts and assemblies are produced by domestic enterprises. Of these, more than half are in the region itself.

Agricultural machinery and equipment LLC "Agro" is mostly used in the south of Siberia. In addition, several hundred PK "Kuzbass" purchased by farms from forty regions of Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Ukraine and other countries.

Description

"Kuzbass" refers to complexes of minimal tillage. One pass through the field is enough to perform a full cycle of sowing operations: cultivation, harrowing, sowing, fertilizing, packing and leveling the soil, seed dressing. Thus, the stage of preliminary soil preparation before sowing, which is necessary when using traditional agricultural technologies, is skipped. When applying PC germination of seeds increases, plants grow healthy, cereals form a good ear.

The workstation of the mechanizer is maximally automated and computerized. On the screen of the special monitor all the data on the operation of the units of the unit are displayed. The tractor operator monitors the parameters of the pressure in the pneumatic system, the level of fertilizers and grain in the hopper, the operation of the drive of the sowing mechanisms and other processes.

Features of operation

The PC features a unique pneumatic system for Russia and an automated multifunctional bunker. Both bunker compartments have independent sowing mechanisms, so that fertilizers and seeds can be filled into each of the compartments at the same time. Dimensions of the dispenser allow evenly sowing any cereals and legumes.

Seed material on the system of the seed pipes is fed under pressure, pumped by a powerful fan, which is driven by its own diesel engine. Seeds are literally blown into the ground at a depth adjustable by automatics. Then the packing system slightly compacts the arable land, ensuring optimal contact of the inoculum with the soil. For accurate copying of the terrain, pairwise installed rolling wheels are mounted on the balancers.

Characteristics

PC "Kuzbass" is produced in four modifications: PC-6.1, PC-8.5, PC-9.7 and PC-12.2 with different degree of aggregation. The digits in the title show the width of the cultivator's grasp of the treated area and its productivity. At the same time, the transport width of all models is the same - 5.6 m. It is enough to transport the sowing complex "Kuzbass" without problems.

The technical characteristics of the units are presented in the table below.

Benefits

Agricultural machinery and equipment are the most important factor in the efficiency of management. PC "Kuzbass":

• Reduces the need for tractors 4-6 times;
• Reduces the need for labor 5 times;
• Reduces fuel consumption by 50%;
• Improves productivity 3 times;
• Raises the yield by 4-6 c / ha.

The complex allows you to cut plant growing costs by half. With the help of a single unit PC-8.5 per season, you can cultivate 1500 hectares of land.

Economic benefit

Russian farmers are faced with the ever-increasing costs of agricultural production with the use of multi-operation traditional cultivation technologies. At the same time, the value of grown products is low, sometimes not covering expenses (both small farmers and large farms). Obviously, you need to cut costs. Great success can be achieved by replacing energy-efficient equipment with more economical and optimizing field work.

Traditional technology involves autumn plowing, pre-sowing soil cultivation, proper sowing and packing. This requires four sets of equipment (tractor + aggregate) with a total cost of 20-30 million rubles. On the contrary, the sowing complex "Kuzbass" is universal, and it will require only one aggregated tractor with an engine power of about 180-400 liters. from. The cost of the kit is 10-15 million rubles, depending on the modification.

In addition to the cost benefits, the time of sowing works is reduced at times. In addition, microbiological soil indicators are improved due to the sparing effect of the sowing complex. This allows many decades to maintain a fertile layer and use growth stimulants less. However, when acquiring equipment, it is necessary to take into account the individual soil and climatic conditions of the region.

Sowing complex "Kuzbass": reviews

At the moment there are two similar complexes: "Kuzbass" and "Agromaster". Units of Kemerovo production have proved themselves well in the fields of Russia, the second stands out with a lower cost. According to farmers, Kuzbass is more economical and easy to maintain thanks to a diesel engine.

Some complexes of both manufacturers have problems with seeding control when operating at too low or too high (not regular) speeds. Also, with increased speed and high humidity of seeds (and fertilizers), there may be a lack of seed: the material does not have time to fall asleep into the dispenser. This is a consequence of improper operation of the PC and is not a minus of the unit.

According to the opinion of farmers, in general, the sowing complex "Kuzbass" in quality of sowing is not inferior to the imported models of John Deere, Morris and others. This system can serve as an example of new effective agricultural technologies in the Russian Federation.