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Does it damage the fruit?
No, our single piece conveyor has no changes between conveyors. It is a single conveyor that brings the fruit directly into the bins. You will eliminate bruising created by the pickers when they move the fruit from the tree into the picking bag, when they carry the bag to the bin and when they empty the bag into the bin.
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Do you save labour cost?
Yes, for sure. Just think of all the times pickers waste walking up and down the ladders, walk to the bin with the full picking bag, emptying the bag into the bins etc. The elimination of all these unproductive times notably accelerates the daily production of every single picker. Therefore you will need less labour compared to the traditional manual harvest.
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Will the pickers be able to run the machine?
It isn’t a complicated machine. It will certainly take a couple of days to become accustomed with the controls and reach a good efficiency, but up to now all our clients have always succeeded to run it without any issues. Another plus is that the workers really only use their hands and arms all day long without putting strain on their backs and knees. You will notice that they won’t be as tired as traditional pickers. This will be noticed for all of the harvest period. There will be no production slow-down towards the end of the harvest. You will also notice less sick-days and less injuries compared to previous harvests.
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Can I use the Piuma for other jobs in the orchard?
Yes, the conveyor system can easily be taken off and the machine will still have all the platforms on it. Handy for other jobs, like thinning, pruning, tying etc.
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How many persons can work on the Piuma?
This depends on the configuration you choose and the orchard setup. Generally you use between 4 and 7 pickers during harvest, less if used for thinning and/or pruning.
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My orchard has different setups. Will I have problems with the machine?
The REVO team will collate detailed information about your orchard, before accepting any order. This way the machine will be delivered personalized to your particular needs. This procedure enables us to provide you with the highest possible efficiency.
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Does the machine steer itself?
Yes, if the automatic guiding system with ultrasounds has been installed. This also can be retrofitted at any time.
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My orchard is not flat. Can the PIUMA work on slopes?
Yes, the REVO range offers machines for flat orchards, hilly and very steep orchards guaranteeing a self-levelled bin to a maximum of 45% slope.
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I have very little space at the end of the rows to turn. Will I have problems with the PIUMA?
Our machine does not use an empty bins trailer. The bins are loaded from the front and when full, lowered from the back. It is like an assembly chain. Therefore the length of the machine is far less compared to similar machines on the market. With the independent front and rear steering (also crabbing mode) it makes the Piuma perfect to maneuver in tight places. This can be seen every day in our Non Valley (7,000 hectares around our factory), where free space is practically non-existent.
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Can I use the PIUMA for other fruits?
Yes, we have different clients around the world who use the machine to pick apples, pears, apricots, nectarines, pomegranates, plums and other fruits.
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Are there different PIUMA versions?
Yes, the PIUMA product range comprises the models for flat orchards, the self-levelling unit and the tracked unit. Every unit will be personalized to the customer’s needs.
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Where can I find a REVO?
We have a large worldwide dealer network. Contact us to find out where to find the one closest to you.
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What is the delivery time?
This depends on the time of the year. We always try to have machines in stock, but it is not always possible, especially when harvest time is closing in. Contact us to find out current delivery times.
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Does REVO provide service?
Of course we have a service team. It is always on hand, especially during harvest. Our dealers have also been trained to provide service should it be needed.
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Can I see a PIUMA at work?
Our machines are working in numerous countries around the world. Contact us to find the machines being used closest to you.
