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Hi all,

Well what an 18 months it has been! But as we move into the next stage of lockdown lifting we have taken some time to reflect on the time at Househam Sprayers.

Our production team have continued to build machines and renovate preowned machines throughout the whole of the pandemic. We have launched our latest edition AirRide and Harrier with the updates to the engine canopy, Jaguar Claas Cab and the new GPS, NavGuide.

It was great to be back at Cereals 2021, with all of 2020 shows being cancelled we had not had the opportunity to see some people for over 18 months. I think I speak for all the sales team when I say that we have certainly missed the shows and being able to visit customers. We are back on the road a lot now, with several shows popping up throughout the calendar and beginning our demo tour. Today Nick and Barry are at Driffield Show, pop by and say Hi!

With a big office and production space we have been able to allow the team to work flexibly, working some days in the office and some days at home. Many of us found enjoy working in the office, missing the interaction and fish and chip Fridays, although others enjoyed the flexibility to work from home. Was because you can wear pjs all day at home?

We have welcomed new faces to the team, seen internal promotions and enabled our team to all individually grow by offering training opportunities. Many of us now doubly jabbed those customer facing or out of personal choice are testing regularly. We are excited to move forward and have lots of things to show you further down the line.

As a company, we have decided to keep the Covid-19 measures in place, so please social distance, use hand sanitizer and wear a mask if you wish to, when visiting our stores or a visit.  

I wonder what the next 18 months will bring, for now though keep safe!

Liv

Marketing

Househam‘s AirRide and Harrier self-propelled sprayers are now being fitted with a state-of-the-art X10 cab from Claas that brings in new levels of refinement and operator comfort.

This replaces the current Excalibur unit, which was built by ABT, offering more space, a higher-spec interior and better visibility. Views to the boom have been improved in particular, with large, sweeping corner windows and a redesigned engine canopy with chamfered corners.

Standard features of the X10 include automatic air conditioning, a Bluetooth radio, three-way tilting steering column and adjustable sun blinds on all windows. There’s also a larger buddy seat with a 27-litre fridge housed underneath.

All of the vehicle and boom controls have been integrated into the cab’s original controls for a seamless operator experience, without the need to add additional switchgear.

Entry-level AirRide models will have a simpler interior spec with air-suspended cloth seat, while Harriers get a high-back leather version with climate control and heating. This will be available as an upgrade on all models though.

On both sprayers, Househam’s engineers have redesigned the mirrors to improve access, fitted LED work lights and installed a hydraulic-folding ladder with a controller integrated into the park brake. An illuminated pressure gauge has also been included, for clearer visibility when working at night.

Sprayer functions and vehicle readouts are housed in the latest high-spec TMC V6 Terminal, which is setup for auto section control (ANC) and auto nozzle select (ANS) as standard.

This has improved graphics and the option of NavGuide mapping software, which uses less processor memory than the FieldMaster system it replaces. The result is considerably faster operation when using additional functions such as individual nozzle control. The NavGuide system is compatible with most GPS setups and has the ability to import a variety of maps to suit different applications, such as variable rate application.

AirRide updates

• AirRide sprayers can now be specified with four- or six-cylinder Stage 5 Mercedes engines with power outputs ranging from 170hp to 240hp.
• The 170hp option is a single-turbo four-cylinder, the 228hp version uses the same block with twin turbos and the 240hp version is a six-cylinder with single turbo.
• These power a hydrostatic motor that drive Poclain wheel motors on AirRide 3000 and 3500 models and heavier-duty Sauer Danfoss units on all larger versions. However, buyers do have the option to upgrade the smaller models.
• Tank options range from 3,000-litres to 6,000-litres and there’s a choice of 24m 28m or 30m booms.
• Unladen weight is from 6,700kg and ground clearance is 1.1m, with the option of increasing this to 1.7m.

Harrier updates

• Harrier models now come with a six-cylinder 240hp Mercedes engine as standard and heavy-duty Sauer Danfoss wheel motors.
• Spray packs are integrated into the chassis and come with the option of 4,000 to 6,000-litre tanks and boom options up to 36m. Unladen weight is from 8,500kg and ground clearance is 1.1m.
• On farm prices for the updated models start at £150,000 for an AirRide 3000 with 24m boom and £178,750 for a 4,000-litre Harrier with 24m boom. 

For further information and images, please contact:

Olivia Tant or Nick Snowden
Tel: 01400 276 050
Email: salesteam@househamsprayers.com

About Househam

Since 1970, Househam has been creating innovative new crop spraying systems incorporating ground-breaking new technology. All Househam sprayers are designed and built in Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire and the current range includes the Spirit, AirRide, Harrier and Predator.

Househam also has a UK-based global parts operation carrying a comprehensive range of spares, with over 24,000 line items in stock.