Auger buckets

AP Auger buckets

AP produces the well-known auger buckets since the foundation of AP Machinebouw in 1979. Because AP continuously attempts to improve her product range the development of the auger bucket is an ongoing process. By being attentive to the wishes of the users the AP auger bucket is a very solid, easy to operate machine that requires little maintenance.

The range consists of various models, all hydraulically driven and suitable for both loader and tractor attachment. Capacities from 475 to 1875 litres, widths from 1,20 to 2,53 m. Furthermore there is a wide range of options. In short, for every farmer’s needs the proper auger bucket.

Features:
• One-sided or double-sided discharge models
• Suitable for several types of feed
• Unique two-point linkage in rear attached version
• The hydraulic motor is protected by a shearbolt overload protection
• Limited maintenance
• Due to unique auger suspensionthe auger rotates fully clear of the bottom
• Hydraulically driven
• No spilling of feed
• The hydraulic motor is protected by the special shape of the bucket
• Easy to operate
• Very simple to couple and uncouple
• Long service life
• Options available like fodder beet cutting device and rotor cutter device

VDCE series

The VDCE types are one-sided discharging auger buckets. The machines are equipped with an auger in which the machine discharges the feed at the (previous selected) desired side. The mixing auger above the auger, driven by the auger, prevents bridging. The transmission is located in the bucket and is completely maintenance-free.

On both the VDC and the VDCE types the auger suspension is constructed to ensure minimal resistance of the feed during discharging. The hydraulic motor is protected by a shearbolt overload protection.
The models for wheel / front loader are delivered without control valve (1 double functioning valve required), the rear-mounted models come as standard with a manual control valve. The models for wheel / front loader can be equipped with all common quick attachments.

Options type VDCE
Fodder beet / potato cutting device

The fodder beet cutting device enables the AP auger bucket to cut and discharge fodder beets and/or similar products within a single operation. The fodder beet cutting device is equipped with a 8-bladed rotating knife with blades from tempered manganese steel and is supplied with a protective cap, a heavy hydraulic motor and, on type VDCE, an extra protective bracket on the bucket. For the cutting of potatoes a 10 or 12 bladed knife is optionally available.

Mechanical or hydraulic shut-off valves

The use of a shut-off valve increases a safe operation of the AP auger bucket and prevents loss of feed.
The mechanical shuf-off valve opens by the pressure of the feed during discharging and closes automatically by the spring pressure if the discharging stops.

The hydraulic shut-off valve is especially recommended for the discharging of feeds with a low dry matter content and / or a fine structure. Hydraulic shuf-off valves guarantee a virtually hermetically sealed auger opening.

Stainless steel wear bottom or plate

Animal feed often obtain aggressive and acidic substances that can damage the machine. To prevent damaging, the AP auger bucket can be provided with a stainless steel wear bottom or plate on the inside of the bucket. This extends the service life of the auger bucket during intensive / frequent use.

Three-, four- or fivefold electrically-hydraulically controlled control valve

If the AP auger bucket is provided with multiple options, more control valves are required. Because the wheel loader or tractor often do not have sufficient double functioning valves and to avoid a tangle of hydraulic hoses an electrically-hydraulically controlled control valve can be built-on. All functions can then be controlled simultaneously.

VDC series

The VDC types are equipped with two augers so that the auger bucket can discharge the feed both left and right. By the use of a control valve both augers can also rotate simultaneously.

On both the VDC and the VDCE types the auger suspension is constructed to ensure minimal resistance of the feed during discharging. The hydraulic motor is protected by a shearbolt overload protection.
The models for wheel / front loader are standardly delivered with electric/hydraulic control, the rear-mounted models come as standard with a manual control valve but can optionally be provided with an electric valve.

The VDC is suitable for use to tractors or wheel / front loaders and can be equipped with all common quick attachments. Widths from 120 to 253 cm, the capacity varies from 700 to 1875 litres.

Options type VDC
Fodder beet / potato cutting device

The fodder beet cutting device enables the AP auger bucket to cut and discharge fodder beets and/or similar products within a single operation. The fodder beet cutting device is equipped with a 8-bladed rotating knife with blades from tempered manganese steel and is supplied with a protective cap, a heavy hydraulic motor and, on type VDCE, an extra protective bracket on the bucket. For the cutting of potatoes a 10 or 12 bladed knife is optionally available.

Mechanical or hydraulic shut-off valves

The use of a shut-off valve increases a safe operation of the AP auger bucket and prevents loss of feed.
The mechanical shuf-off valve opens by the pressure of the feed during discharging and closes automatically by the spring pressure if the discharging stops.

The hydraulic shut-off valve is especially recommended for the discharging of feeds with a low dry matter content and / or a fine structure. Hydraulic shuf-off valves guarantee a virtually hermetically sealed auger opening.

Stainless steel wear bottom or plate

Animal feed often obtain aggressive and acidic substances that can damage the machine. To prevent damaging, the AP auger bucket can be provided with a stainless steel wear bottom or plate on the inside of the bucket. This extends the service life of the auger bucket during intensive / frequent use.

Rotor cutter device

All VDC’s from 1.75 m can be equipped with a rotor cutter, provided with a protective cap. This is (mainly) used to cut and shovel maize and dose it afterwards. The rotor cutter is coupled to the auger bucket and is hydraulically driven.

Three-, four- or fivefold electrically-hydraulically controlled control valve

If the AP auger bucket is provided with multiple options, more control valves are required. Because the wheel loader or tractor often do not have sufficient double functioning valves and to avoid a tangle of hydraulic hoses an electrically-hydraulically controlled control valve can be built-on. All functions can then be controlled in an instant.

Mixing device

The VDC types 2000ZU and 2250ZU can be provided with a mixing auger that is driven mechanically by a cam wheel and thus practically free of maintenance. This machine is a separate category within the series VDC and therefore differs in some aspects from the standard rear and front mounted buckets (see Technical specifications VDCX).

VDC serie

VDCE serie