Durability. Safety. Value. Efficiency. Faster. Those are just some of the words that manufacturers of fertilizer and seed tenders are using to describe their latest equipment. But perhaps return on investment is the term that many agree their customers are looking for most, especially in today’s market.
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TT2000 Dry Tender
The KBH Corp.
This 32-foot two compartment rear discharge dry tender features a capacity of 1,065 cubic feet while maintaining a low center of gravity and steep hopper slopes. Standard features include an easy-to-unbolt stainless steel tubing hopper frame and hoppers, stainless two-piece motor couplers, stainless bearings, shafts and flighting, stainless lightweight hopper grates, hydraulic hopper vibrators, hydraulic hopper and clean-out doors, reversible discharge auger with pressure check, water fitting for discharge auger wash out, stainless front and rear fenders, tier 4 diesel engines, central lube station and spring assist tarps. Options for the unit include split hoppers, electric tarps, wet kit set-up, longer custom trailer lengths, and extra fixed and/or air lift tag axles.
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2-Bin Rear Discharge Tender Trailer
Doyle Equipment Manufacturing
Doyle is leading the way again with our 2-BIN Tender Series, which includes both rear and side discharge models. Doyle's 2-BIN comes standard with a stainless-steel frame, a 24-ft discharge auger without a hangar bearing, large port inspection holes, standard electric vibrators, a 22-gallon lowered fuel tank for easy access, and rear poly fenders. Additionally, the 2-BIN features a modular bolt-on design for easy repairs and maintenance and is built using precision fixtures to ensure accuracy and quality.
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SST933
Norwood Sales
The SST933 integrated Stainless Steel D.O.T. Uni-Body Trailer is constructed of 304 stainless steel, allowing for lighter trailer weights and higher payloads. It’s designed with a capacity of 933 cubic feet (struck) of transport storage, with outputs of 7,000 pounds per minute. Poke holes are standard on all hoppers. A 12X30-foot 18-inch stainless steel belt conveyor provides for extra reach, and the rubber belt has a 210 ton-per-hour capacity.
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24-Ton Tender
Hays LTI
The Hays 24-Ton Tender is manufactured in Camilla, GA, and is designed around specific customer needs, says the company. Both the 24-ton two- and three-compartment tenders also feature the well-known “Hays Standards,” including greater hopper slope and lower trailer weight.
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32-Foot Overhead Discharge Tender
Brehmer
Exclusively from Brehmer — top-mounted orbital motor on the vertical auger on all overhead discharge tenders. Our design features a low center of gravity, allowing us to place the vertical auger’s orbital motor on top to prevent corrosion and reduce repair downtime. Brehmer tenders boost features include filled-in tarp bows, a unique bearing design, reinforced corner gussets, EZ Slide gates, 304 stainless, and an unloading capacity of 3,500 to 4,000 pounds per minute.
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Tender Conveyor Trailers
Quickveyor
Quickveyor available in 38.5-, 40-, and 50-foot lengths. Delivers your fertilizer at speeds over 3 tons per minute, cleanly and easily every time. Utilizing the full remote and 4-way swinging discharge chute options makes loading seeders and spreaders simple. Every trailer is custom built on a high-quality Prestige trailer to your specs. Options include Shurco power traps and tarp, cleanout doors, self-contained pony motor, multiple compartments, 4 direction swinging discharge chute, interior LED lights and much more! Always striving to the be the best we can be.
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VPA1000
Titan Machinery (Heartland Ag)
The VPA1000 side discharge tender features the industry’s first variable position auger system, which can unload on both sides of the tender at rates of over 5,000 pounds per minute. In addition, operators can store the 22-foot auger on either side. This 28-ton workhorse also provides 50-degree slopes, self-cleaning bins, and product viewing windows.
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Self-Filling Seed Runner
Unverferth
When Unverferth introduced the first self-filling Seed Runner bulk tender, it revolutionized the bulk seed handling industry with its patented design which pivoted the conveyor 180° for easy self-filling from the ground level. The 55-Series continues this tradition and is sure to bring your operation to a new level of efficiency. Capacities range from 500 to 275 seed units, a patented 5-ply rubber conveyor belt provides maximum life with the gentlest seed handling, and conveyor lengths up to 24’ allow you to reach the tallest planters. Models 4955 and 3955 feature an exclusive undercarriage with heavy-duty axles, rubber cushioned suspension and shock absorbers for the smoothest ride. Models 3755 and 2755 feature torsion axles and electric brakes on all axles for added stopping power. Options for the Seed Runner include a deluxe scale package, wireless remote controllers, talc & graphite applicator and electric tarp to name a few.
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Simonsen Tenders
Simonsen Industries
Simonsen Industries offers a complete line of tenders to meet our customers’ specific needs. Simonsen’s offers rear auger, side auger, and top auger discharge tenders in a variety of sizes and configurations that can be customized for our customers’ operations. Simonsen rear, side, and top auger tenders are available in either 409 or 304 stainless steel. All are available with a variety of tarp choices, split compartments, side height, drive options (self-contained, wet kit, or PTO driven), and colors. All are available as either truck chassis or trailer mounted. Top auger discharge tenders are available in either standard slope or 50-degree slope versions.
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Charger II Fertilizer Tenders
Ray-Man, Inc.
Ray-Man’s Charger-II tenders are manufactured using high-quality 304 stainless steel and can be customized with split compartments, full-length top catwalks, as well as manual or electric roll tarps to fit your needs The hopper cones are at a 40-degree angle to ensure maximum cleanout and to keep your operators safely on the ground. Charger II semi-trailer tenders can be ordered with tandem- or tri-axle configurations as well as a spring or air ride suspension. The integrated trailer framework utilizes the hopper sub-frame, tubular steel “X” bracing and the main frame rails to achieve a superior strength to weight ratio. The semi-trailers can be powered by a wet kit on your truck, or a self-contained power unit on the trailer.
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Strobel Seed Tender
Strobel Manufacturing
Strobel Manufacturing offers 16-box bulk, and skid seed tenders with various options including dry or liquid applicators (graphite/talc/inoculant), work light kit, wireless remote, scale and more. All Strobel Seed Tenders are low profile – the lowest profile in the industry for safe and efficient operation, the company says. The BT100, BT200 (pictured), BT300 and BT400 feature a 14-foot 4-inch auger that extends to 19-feet 9=inch with Lundell poly-cupped flighting that transfers seed gently. Bulk bin dividers are available. New options for this season include auger extensions for box, bulk, and skid models – the additional reach is ideal for central fill planters.
“The speed with which users can unload, refill, and get to a new location is essential — time is money,” said Alex Brehmer, Vice President at Brehmer, in this recent article. “We’re always working to find ways to help our customers get more loads in the limited workday.”
Our annual roundup of tenders showcases innovative, high quality products from manufacturers such as Brehmer, Norwood Sales, Hays LTI, and more. From new features and enhancements to subtle changes and tweaks, manufacturers have emphasized ease of operation, safety, and efficiency — and of course, ROI — in their equipment. View the slideshow to learn more about the latest fertilizer and seed tenders on the market.
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