Gentle slope, traction blocks and a railing make this ramp a safe and effective way to approach this dump platform, except dueing snow or ice.
A dedicated and utilitarian tractor for spreading manure that is kept in tip top shape.
This dumping platform is at a good height and has a bumper to prevent a slight miss but carfeul alignment of the spreader is essential.and snow may raise it too high.
This dumping platform is at a good height and has a bumper to prevent a slight miss but carfeul alignment of the spreader is essential.and snow may raise it too high.
The spreader top is level with the 2 sided ramp and the moveable metal platform with handles can be placed anywhere along the side and rear of the spreader.
The spreader parks under the ramp and can be moved to allow for complete filling , the wheel barrow stop is tall enough to be effective. There is no grade up to the platform.
Extensions on the side allows for a bigger load but places a greater strain on the system. The removable rear gate also allows for no spillage but can be difficult to remove when full.
A simple ramp with a steep grade, no guard rails, poor traction and a short platform. However the spreader can be placed underneath the platform to reduce spillage.
A simple ramp with a steep grade, no guard rails, poor traction and a short platform. However the spreader can be placed underneath the platform to reduce spillage.
Manure dumping platform allows for above dumping into a dump wagon. After the front is filled, the wagon is moved forward for filling the back.
Ramp to manure platform made of steel decking. One person said it is very slippery when wet. There are no sides and the end makes a steep up angle. Pusing the large blue wheel barrow could be difficult for some people. This is a dangerous set up.
Ramp to manure platform made of steel decking. One person said it is very slippery when wet. There are no sides and the end makes a steep up angle. Pusing the large blue wheel barrow could be difficult for some people. This is a dangerous set up.
A wood block used to stop the wheel barrow on the top of the manure dumping platform. Don't miss.
A hand made extension to this small manure spreader doubles its' capacity. This is a ground driven spreader that any vehicle can pull. One lever operates the blades and the other operates the belt. Overfilling these machines can cause the load to exceed the ability of the machine to work without breaking.
A close up of the add on to the small manure spreader. 2 of 2
A covered loading dock for manure loading of the dump wagon. 1 of 2
A covered loading dock for manure loading of the dump wagon. The tailgate drops to the level of the dock allowing easy and safe access to people. 2 of 2
The manure spreader is backed up to the elevator and the manure is emptied into the hopper. It then is carried up the elevator and emptied into the trailer. The truck is moved forward to accommodate more waste then driven to the destination when full.
A close up of the elevator with some pine debris in the hopper.
