In addition to our grain handling gear, OZTEC also manufactures cotton handling equipment. We have years of experience in the production of Cotton Module Builders and Boll Buggies, and we have recently launched the Scorpion, a multi-bale handling machine which can carry six bales at once!

Scorpion - 6 Cotton Bale Handler

OZTEC is the manufacturer of the revolutionary new product in bale handling, the Scorpion. The machine allows you to carry up to 6 bales at once, with safety and efficiency as top priorities. Specially designed for dryland cotton, where long runs mean multiple trips up and down the paddock, save time and money by picking up more each run and cut the number of trips required. The Scorpion wheel tracks stay on the tramlines during operation, while the tractor moves off momentarily during bale pick up. This is accomplished with a swinging drawbar that can be fixed or swinging using hydraulics. The front axle is capable of self and forced steering.

Throughout the loading and unloading process, safety is maintained by giving you control every step of the way. The “pincers” are on a side shift carriage for lining up the bale, and phasing hydraulic cylinders ensure even clamping pressure during pickup. A travelling “monkey” with hydraulically controlled arms allow you to move and stow the bales as required, and is also used for controlled unloading by pushing the bales off the back after lowering the “tail”. The bales travel along a floor of galvanized pipe rollers for safe handling at all times.

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Scorpion - 6 Cotton Bale Handler

Vertical Lift Boll Buggy

OZTEC’s Vertical Lift Boll Buggy is engineered to handle the high loads imposed when being towed through tail drains and tight turns. The basket is lifted vertically when unloading and an unloading door folds down to allow the lint to be moved horizontally to the module builder using chain bed and slat. The high capacity basket is 7.2m long and has a useable volume of 68 cubic metres. A cushion hitch on the trailer pull considerably reduces the shock loads transmitted to the tractor, making it possible to tow the VLBB at speeds up to 40 km/hr when ground conditions permit. The VLBB has four tandem wheels on a walking beam suspension and hydraulically controlled tilt adjustment levels the basket to suit site conditions.

Cotton Module Builder

The 40ft OZTEC Cotton Module Builder creates modules of cotton with a height of 3100mm to top beam. The poly canopy contains two stowage racks and the CMB has an extra heavy bottom which can be filled with water for extra weight. Standard features include:

  • 900mm high lift to bottom beam
  • Funnel and tapered door
  • 5.5 tonne heavy duty hubs
  • “Oztec” silent hydraulic drive carriage
  • “Oztec” super dump/high lift standard
  • Auto lock and open rear door
  • Hydraulic walking beam suspension
  • 10ft x 3” bore stomper cylinder with speed block
  • Nationally approved hitch points for jinker transportation (Australian Design Rule)
  • Walk mesh/Wooden floor
  • Spare wheel carrier
  • Fire extinguisher holder
  • 4 lights fitted

Optional Extras:

  • “MAXI-STOMP” incorporates 2 stompers for better compaction in less time
  • Choice of motors – fully fitted, including engine protection
  • Automated computer control
  • Partitions – 36ft and 38ft
  • 4 poly ballast tanks (approx. 2 tonne)
  • Wind tarp
  • 3mm checker plate
  • Tarp bows
  • Oversize front and back signs with driver wind protection
  • Driver windscreen
  • Expandamesh – half back door