BIOMASS Bandit
Industries unveils new technology
New machines and equipment updates from Bandit Industries are further expanding the company’s dominance in the hand-fed wood chipper and stump grinder markets.
The Bandit Model 1590XP has been upgraded to include wider horizontal feed wheels
nitially revealed to Bandit dealers at the company’s triennial dealer meeting in August, the announcements include a new 175 mm (7 in) capacity disc chipper currently available for order, several updates and new options for select hand-fed chippers and stump grinders, and a forthcoming series of screen chippers specifically designed for biomass applications. In addition, the company is introducing patent-pending hybrid technology installed on a pair of prototype machines that can deliver unparalleled combinations of performance and fuel efficiency for chippers and horizontal grinders. “We have continually raised the bar for manufacturers serving the tree care industry,” Bandit Industries President Jerry Morey claimed. “We listen to our dealers, we listen to our customers, and then we build the machines
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they ask for. Companies continue to struggle with high fuel prices and are actively searching for ways to stretch every dollar they make. Our new designs will help make that happen.”
Model 75XP hand-fed disc-style chipper Similar in stature to the popular Model 65XP, the Model 75XP offers a slightly larger 175 mm (7 in) capacity but wields larger knives and chipper bearings. The bearings are also located on the back side of the disc, allowing the feed wheel to operate closer to the disc for more efficient chipping. Engine options up to 44 hp are offered, making this compact machine extremely capable for brush and small trees. The Model 75XP is perfect for rental companies and tree services requiring big production from a small machine.
The Bandit Model 75XP hand-fed disc-style chipper
Model 1590XP hand-fed drum-style chipper Bandit’s most popular hand-fed drum chipper can now be optioned with wider horizontal feed wheels, measuring 625 mm (25 in) versus the standard 500 mm (20 in) wide wheels. This new option allows the 1590XP to more aggressively crush and compress limby material, reducing the amount of trim work required on larger material entering the chipper. In addition, the Model 1590XP now offers engines up to 180 hp, further enhancing the capability of this machine. These new options combined with the 1590’s throat opening of 494 x 513 mm (19.75 x 20.5 in) allow it to easily outperform every other chipper in its class, delivering production more in line with much
larger units while retaining the manoeuvrability and fuel efficiency of a mid-size chipper.
Model 490XP drop-feed drum-style chipper Two new versions of Bandit’s smallest chipper make it a big asset for rental stores, farms, orchards, or other applications where a versatile, lightweight, extremely mobile chipper is needed for brush trimmings and small trees. Introduced last year as a PTO-mount or manual- push unit, this 60 mm (4 in) capacity chipper is now available as a self-propelled machine that uses a drive motor to power a pair of all-terrain tires. A skid-steer mount version of the 490XP is also under development, powered by the skid steer’s hydraulics. Regardless of the specific design, all Model 490XPs are inexpensive to own, easy to operate and simple to maintain.
Grapple options for loader-equipped hand-fed chippers Enhanced brush grapples are now available on larger hand-fed chippers optioned with a built- in loader. The grapple is specifically designed to grab and crush brush and limby material, and the loader designs are particularly useful in urban situations where space is limited. Loader options are available for the Model 1890XP and Model 1990XP and are a popular option for tree services consistently dealing with large or limby material.
Stump grinder cutting wheels Sandvik stump grinder wheels and teeth are now available as options on Bandit’s comprehensive line of handlebar, self-propelled and track stump grinders. These durable components will give additional grinding choices to Bandit customers while delivering the same level of reliability and production expected from Bandit stump grinders.
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