Q. What area can a KLIMA machine cover per season |
Up to 200Ha per season |
Q. How fast can you go |
2-6 km/hour depending on vineyard setup and conditions |
Q. How long does it take to do a hectare? |
Between 1-2 hours depending on vineyard setup and conditions |
Q. Can the KLIMA Vine pruner be used in wet conditions |
Yes |
Q. How often should the KLIMA Vine pruner be serviced and what is recommended |
An annual service is recommended; bearings and blades sharpened. |
Q. How big are the cordons it will process? |
It will process a medium sized cordon 10-40mm in diameter without too much trouble, however it has not been designed to remove large old trunks that are have wires deeply imbedded. KLIMA Generation 2 vine pruner will allow you to sustainably spur prune. This means replacing your permanent cordons every 2-5 years. |
Q. What area do I need to prune to justify purchasing a KLIMA machine? |
The KLIMA system can make a positive impact to even the smallest vineyard, KLIMA customers with vineyards as small as 20-30Ha are achieving a substantial return on their investment in a machine. Try out our vineyard savings calculator to get an idea on what you can save in your vineyard using the KLIMA pruning system. |
Q. How quickly will a KLIMA vine pruner pay for itself? |
Try out our vineyard savings calculator.These calculations are based on customer experiences. Your savings may be differ based on how you use labour in your vineyard. |
Q. What type of tractor do I need? |
A cabbed tractor with a ERO mounting plate; tractor needs to be a 80 hp minimum with 45 litres minimum hydraulic flow @ 2800 psi |
Q. My tractor has a high hydraulic oil flow do I still need the hydraulic powerpack? |
Yes, the power pack runs the cutters only and is required. |
Q. How easy is it to operate a KLIMA machine? |
Very simple, a user friendly joystick, and with a few hours of training an operator will be competent. |
Q. What does the KLIMA unit weigh? |
700Kg mast and head. Power pack weighs extra. |
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