FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who Utilizes the Mini-Baler?

• Hay and straw producers who seek access to metropolitan markets with substantially increased profits, often surpassing those from conventional bales.
• Horse farriers who prefer the convenience of handling lighter and more manageable bales.

Where Are Mini-Bales Sold?

• Mini-bales are retailed through various channels, including craft and decorating stores like A.C. Moore and Michaels, farmers' markets, superstores, grocery stores, hardware shops, and a range of independently owned retailers.

What Is the Retail Price for Mini-Bales?

• Typically, mini-bales are priced between $5 and $10.99 each.

What Type of Twine Is Recommended?

• The top choice is Bridon 9600 plastic twine, with each package capable of wrapping around 1,920 bales of 4.5”x6”x10” or 1,108 bales of 8”x11”x 17”.
• The second-best choice is New Holland 7200 Natural Sisal Twine, with each package wrapping approximately 1,440 bales of 4.5”x6”x10” or 830 bales of 8”x11”x 17”.

Can Custom-Sized Bales Be Produced with the Mini-Baler?

• Custom sizes are available as special orders and are priced accordingly.

How Many Bales Per Hour Can the Mini-Baler Produce?

• The mini-baler's production capacity varies based on bale size:

• For 4.5”x6”x10” bales (~3lb each), the machine can produce 300-480 bales per hour, depending on factors such as crop type, moisture content, and length.
• For 8”x11”x16” bales (~9lb each), the machine can produce 700-900 bales per hour, with the same considerations affecting output.

What Types of Crops Can Be Baled?

• The mini-baler can effectively bale a variety of crops, including hay, barley straw (useful for algae control in ponds), clover (often used for rabbits in pet stores), wheat, oats, and rye.

What Are the Drive Options for the Hand-Fed Stationary Baler?

• The options for the drive system include:

• PTO drive at 540 RPM with a minimum power requirement of 20HP.
• Quiet electric motor drive at 7.5hp and 220v.

Are All Pull-Type 8”x11” Balers Reconditioned?

• Current production models feature reconditioned used New Holland balers with automatic twine tie. New balers from New Holland can be modified to include the smaller bale chamber.

Are the 4.5”x6” Balers Production Machines?

• Each stationary unit is a custom-built machine. While it may not resemble a typical OEM assembly line product, each unit undergoes rigorous mechanical testing and is highly dependable before leaving the manufacturer.

What Type of Warranty Is Provided with Each Machine?

• 9”x12” Pull-Type machines come with a 6-month Parts Warranty.
• 4.5”x6” Stationary machines are covered by a 12-month Parts Warranty.