MB Crusher Transforming Farm Operations in RSA
Winterton, South Africa: We met with David the farmer, whose hands are not only seasoned with the soil of maize and soya bean fields but also adept at manoeuvring excavators and dozers. He told us about his journey exploring the evolution of farm practices with the introduction of MB Crusher.
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A farmer's job never ends, their daily task reaches beyond ploughing, sowing and harvesting, the land needs to be kept tidy, dams for water reservoirs need to be built and the biggest task of all is road maintenance.
David told us:
"Before, we were killing our dozers, pulling, putting heaps of gravel on the roads, flattening it with a dozer, and then trying to break up the gravel with dozers. Now, the operation is much quicker."
Before the advent of MB Crusher, the daily grind on the farm was a testament to hard work and resilience at the expense of the dozer.
Let's take a step back.
A farm with poor roads riddled with potholes can face several significant issues related to machinery usage, breakage, slowing processes, and cargo loss. Here are the key impacts:
Machinery Usage and Breakage
1. Increased Wear and Tear: Farm machinery such as tractors, harvesters, and trucks will experience accelerated wear and tear. The constant jarring and impact from potholes can damage tyres, suspensions, and undercarriages. Components like axles, hydraulic systems, and frames can also suffer from the stress of uneven terrain.
2. Higher Maintenance Costs: The increased wear and tear leads to more frequent repairs and maintenance. This can be costly, not just in terms of parts and labour, but also because of downtime when machinery is out of service.
3. Reduced Lifespan of Machinery: Constant exposure to rough conditions can shorten the operational lifespan of farm machinery. Equipment that might last for several years under normal conditions may need to be replaced much sooner.
Slowing Processes
1. Reduced Speed of Operations: Poor road conditions force drivers to slow down to navigate safely, which slows down the entire farming process. Tasks like planting, harvesting, and transporting goods take longer, reducing overall farm productivity.
2. Delays in Critical Operations: Timely activities, such as planting and harvesting, are crucial. Delays caused by poor road conditions can result in missed optimal windows for these activities, impacting crop yields and quality.
Losing cargo
1. Cargo Damage: Goods being transported over bumpy, pothole-ridden roads are at a higher risk of damage. For example, delicate produce can get bruised or squashed, and containers or bags can be punctured or broken.
2. Spillage and Loss: Loose cargo, such as grains or feed, can spill out due to the jolts from potholes. This not only leads to direct loss of product but also additional costs for cleanup and potential environmental damage.
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Overall Impact
1. Economic Losses:
The combined effect of increased machinery costs, slower processes, and cargo loss results in significant economic losses for the farm. Profits are reduced as expenses rise and productivity falls.
2. Operational Inefficiencies:
Poor road conditions create inefficiencies that ripple through the entire operation. From delayed inputs and outputs to the increased likelihood of mechanical failures, the overall efficiency of the farm is compromised.
3. Safety Concerns
The risk of accidents increases, not just for machinery operators but also for workers who may be using these roads.
Addressing these issues typically involves investing in road improvements, such as grading, and filling potholes, this requires upfront investment. David used his dozer to try to break down stones and flatten them with the dozer. The process was arduous, time-consuming, and often resulted in wear and tear on the machinery, putting a strain on resources and productivity.
Enter MB Crusher – and the dozer is no longer taken along with the task. Instead, the MB Crusher seamlessly integrated into the workflow, streamlining operations and reducing the overall cost.
FACTORS about the shale stone used:
- it is quite inexpensive but good for filling roads
- it is soft but the sharp edges can cut the tyres
- the dozer can move the stones and roughly break them but it is a strenuous job
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Indeed, the integration of MB Crusher into farm practices has given David a much better product and also the operation is much quicker and more effective. Tasks that once took hours were now completed in a fraction of the time, allowing the farmer to allocate resources and manpower to other critical aspects of farm management.
The farmer's sideline business, which involved diverse construction projects, also witnessed a significant boost in efficiency and profitability, thanks to the seamless integration of MB Crusher into the workflow.