Four Case IH Products Receive AE50 Awards

Four Case IH products have been selected to receive the prestigious 2012 AE50 awards. Sponsored by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE), the AE50 awards annually recognize the most innovative new agriculture equipment worldwide. This year’s Case IH award recipients include the independent grain tank cross auger control in Case IH Axial-Flow 30 Series combines, the MagnaCut Fine Cut Chopper for Axial-Flow combines, the Robo-Sharpener and the Steiger 600 tractor.

The award-winning products were announced in the January/February issue of ASABE’s Resource magazine. They also will be recognized at the Agricultural Equipment Technology Conference on February 14 in Louisville, KY.

“ASABE has consistently recognized Case IH for developing innovative agricultural equipment that helps farmers Be Ready to tackle the challenges and opportunities of today’s agriculture industry,” says Kyle Russell, Senior Director of Marketing for Case IH. “With customers’ input, Case IH creates products that meet the demands of their business while maximizing profitability.”

For two decades, the AE50 awards have recognized the best products introduced in the agricultural, food and biological systems industries. An expert panel selects up to 50 winners based on commercial impact, contributions to agriculture and engineering, and advancements in engineering and technological significance. To qualify for the distinct awards, each development must have been produced, advertized and made available for sale in the 2011 calendar year.

About the winning Case IH equipment:

Independent Grain Tank Cross Auger Control, Axial-Flow 30 Series Combines

The independent cross auger control increases efficiency contributing to higher unload rates and ultimately reduces wear and tear on auger systems and components. It does this by allowing operators to shut down cross augers while the vertical and horizontal augers continue moving grain during unloading, helping to remove all the grain in the vertical and unload tubes. With larger, 17-inch augers and wider openings in the unload sump, the combine can handle more grain, increasing efficiency in the field. The ability to shut off the cross augers and clean out the vertical and horizontal auger reduces weight and improves efficiency. These features allow load rates to increase up to 4.5 bushels per second while maintaining the highest quality grain sample in the tank.

Standard on the Case IH Axial-Flow 9230 combine, the cross-auger control is optional on the Axial-Flow 7230 and 8230 models.

MagnaCut Extra Fine Cut Chopper for Axial-Flow Combine

With 120 rotating knives, the MagnaCut Extra Fine Cut Chopper is one of six residue management options for Case IH Axial-Flow combines. The fixed counter knives are adjustable from the fully retracted position, with incremental settings up to the fully engaged position allowing the producer to select the proper chop quality to match his residue requirements. In addition, new slip joints protect the knife blades from foreign objects to prolong knife life. Spreading capabilities are also improved, making planting and tillage easier for farmers.

Ideal for fine residue chopping, especially in Western Canada, the MagnaCut Extra Fine Cut Chopper is available on the Case IH Axial-Flow 7230, 8230 and 9230 combine models.

Robo-Sharpener for True-Tandem 330 Turbo Blades