The Best Combine Header Types on the Market Today

One of the most important things for farmers in Oregon and Washington to do is ensure that their machines are providing as much high-quality product to them as possible. At SS Equipment, we understand that this is especially true when it comes to harvesters and their combine header type. Having the right combine header for the job can mean the difference between coming out even and making a profit. Read on to learn about some of the most important combines and header types on the market today.

Grain Headers

Because most counties in Oregon and Washington harvest wheat, a necessary piece of equipment for their farms is a grain header. Because wheat can only be harvested once a year for most farms, it is critical that farmers use high-quality harvesters that can quickly clean and separate the wheat. The machine works by bringing in the wheat through a canvas-style rolling platform belt.

Pick-Up Headers

If you're growing crops such as peas, grass seeds, or canola, a pick-up header may be your best bet. A pick-up header does what the name suggests: it lifts up the crop you've harvested through the use of a wind rower and places it in the belts to feed to the auger.

Flex Headers

There is nothing more frustrating than having to deal with an uneven floor, especially when it comes to harvesting. That is why a flex header is an excellent choice for farmers in this predicament. The header is able to flex to the uneven ground, helping you avoid picking up non-crop materials such as rocks.

Draper Headers

When the term "draper" is used, it's usually referring to the belt of the header itself. This type of header utilizes the belt to insert the crop into the central belt. Once the crop has been placed inside the combine, it can now begin to separate the grain from the rest of the crop. This machine is widely preferred by farmers as there is little to no slugging or pitching of the crop. The best types of crops to use this machine on include peas, beans, and wheat crops.

Auger Headers & Platforms

If you're looking for the more conventional alternative to the draper headers, you're likely to want to go with auger headers. They contain a long and horizontal auger that's used to feed the crop into the auger table. Once that occurs, the auger will begin to send the crop to the center in order for it to be inserted into the combine harvester.

Understandably, this can be quite a daunting buying process for most farmers. That is why you can visit us at SS Equipment to speak with a representative about your particular needs. For your convenience, you may find us both in Oregon and Washington.