2019 McHale Integrated Baler Wrappers Fusion 3

2019 McHale Integrated Baler Wrappers Fusion 3

Over the last 10 years, there has been constant pressure on Farmers and Contractors to reduce costs. In response to this McHale developed the McHale Fusion 3 integrated baler wrapper, which combines two traditionally separate jobs; namely baling and bale wrapping and integrates them into a single operation, which can be done by one man and one machine. The Fusion 3 is unique in that it has been specifically designed as a high output Integrated Baler Wrapper.

McHale is now recognised as a worldwide leader in the production and development of Integrated Baler Wrappers, its flagship product is the McHale Fusion 3.

• The bale chamber on the McHale Fusion 3 integrated baler wrapper splits horizontally (like a clam shell) and the lower section of the bale chamber doubles as a transfer mechanism to transfer the netted bale into the vertical wrapping ring. This unique McHale patented system delivers a number of advantages over other integrated baler wrappers

• On the McHale Fusion 3 Integrated Baler Wrapper the left hand side of the gearbox drives the rollers in the bale chamber, while the pick up and chopper unit are driven from the right hand side of the machine. This system ensures direct short transfer paths and optimal power distribution.

• The McHale Fusion 3 integrated baler wrapper is fitted with a high capacity 2.1 metre galvanised pick up which lifts even the shortest of crop. Accurate height control can be achieved through a spring balanced hydraulic lifting system. The pick up is fitted with lateral feed augers that smoothly guide the crop into the chopping unit. The pick up features

• The rotor design encourages a uniform crop flow, which reduces the risk of blockage, thus maximising output. The chopping unit features 25 knives. Knives in the chopping unit are made from hardened tool steel and can be engaged and disengaged from the tractor cab. When engaged the knives extend into the spine of the rotor, which ensures a consistent chop quality.

• As baling conditions are not always ideal, uneven swarths can occur which can lead to blockages. The main drive chain on the Fusion 3 integrated baler wrapper is protected by a slip clutch on the PTO.

• The bale chamber on the McHale Fusion 3 integrated baler wrapper produces a 1.23 X 1.25 metre round bale. The heavy-duty bale chamber consists of 18 heavy-duty rollers, which are made from high-grade tubular steel. At all times the roller design ensures positive bale rotation. The roller shafts are 50mm on the drive and non drive side and are fitted with 50mm double raced bearings on main load points on the drive side.