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Combine Header Interface Standardization Proposal for ASABE meeting 2007
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Feb 12, 2007 ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.
CHIS = Combine Header Interface Standardization 2007
Alan VanNahmen
PO Box 647
Columbus, IN 47202-0647
812-343-2370 mobile
Feb 12, 2007 ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.
Update to Combine to Header Interface Standardization This is a Feb 2007 update to ASAE Paper 055008 originally presented at ASAE Annual meeting 19 July 2005
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Ag Industry Impact of CHIS
Disclaimer: Alan VanNahmen / Farm Buddy Co is an independent individual and sole proprietorship with intentions of helping these ag industry stake holders improve crop harvesting and processing operations.
Manufacturers – Including majors and shortline who conduct business around the world
Dealers – who buy, sell or trade various brands of headers Farmers – who need various makes and types of headers to harvest a
diversified variety of crops and future bio-mass material Custom Harvesters and Contractors – who encounter many customers
and a variety of crops Lease companies – who have a variety of customers University Research personnel – who are creating renewable energy
sources and bio-mass collection research
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
CHIS Combine Header Interface Standardization topics ASABE PM53 committee members in ‘04 Objectives of CHIS proposal Basic proposal for CHIS standardization Changes from 1950’s through 2005 Current combine to header configurations Future combine and header expectations CHIS Events since July 2005 New / Next steps forward
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Purposed to members of PM 53 (PM 23/7/1) at ATEC January ‘04 Steve Borgelt – U of Missouri Michael Buresh – Case CNH Mark Dilts – Iowa State (new) Kevin Ehrecke – JD Harvester Herb Farley – CNH Dan Frohberg – ISU now AGCO Tom Haar – JD Harvester Chris Halfman – AGCO Mark Hanna – Iowa State Alan Hansen – U of Illinois Less Hill – PAMI Brian Hollatz – AGCO - KS Dave Govert – Guest
Bold names were present at AETC meeting 9 Feb 2004
Orlin Johnson – CNH Karl Klotzbach – Canada Dave Kmoch – John Deere Radley Kushwaha – U of Saskw Lanny Lepo – Drives Inc Chris MacDonald – MacDon Ryan Mackin – JD Harvester Paul Mosher – CNH Graeme Quick – Iowa State Mark Shrock – Kansas State Alan VanNahmen – FarmBuddy Co. Kevin Wilkening – Claas Omaha Travis Tsunemori – ASAE Standards
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Objectives of CHIS - Combine Header Interface Standardization1. Safer loading and attachment of headers2. Safer transportation of headers3. Greater flexibility to use various headers4. More opportunity to utilize new technology5. More opportunity use shortline headers6. Less frustration for farmers and harvesters7. Introduce future CLAD header drive proposal8. Avoid patent issues and standards battles
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Some Ag trends since 1940s
1940s – Change from pulley drives to std. PTO drives 1950s – Advance from drawbars to std. 3 point hitch 1960s – Hydraulic connectors added to tractors 1960s – Quick-attach headers mated to feederhouses 1970s – Hydraulic reel drives added to headers 1980s – Electric header height controls added 1990s – More shortline headers, more electrical
requirements, more hydraulic requirements 2000s – It’s time for some commonality and standardization
for header attachment to combines
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Related events since 1997
1997- Cat / Claas introduces Lexion combines 1999- JD introduces 50 series STS rotary combines 2001- CNH introduces CX and CR combines 2002- CNH introduces AFX8010 rotor technology 2003- JD introduces 60 Series STS combines 2004- Proposal for new header interface standard 2005- Header Interface Standardization Proposal
presented at ASAE International meeting July 2005 2006- AGCO updates Challenger, MF and Gleaner models 2007- Routine combine upgrades will continue to occur….
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
CHIS events since July 2005
CHIS Acronym (Combine Header Interface Std) Marketing appeal – CHIS is good for agriculture!
Petitions signed by 150 + ag businessmen IN Modern Farmers combine factory tour ‘06 US Custom Harvesters presentation Topeka, KS Research at 3I Show in Great Bend, KS ‘06 Contact with Farm Bureau, NCGA, ASA, NAWG Purdue - Top Farm Crop Workshop July 2006 25 x ’25 newsletter highlights benefits of CHIS
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Feedback received after presenting 055008 ASAE paper in 2005
Manufacturer and ag industry comments: AGCO – “We just went through worldwide compatibility
changes for MF, Gleaner and Challenger feederhouses and headers”
Cat / Claas Lexion – “It will be tough getting worldwide standardization adopted”
CNH – “Our CaseIH and NH headers are now compatible and interchangeable” It can be done.
John Deere – “This is not a common customer request” Farmers – “That would be great!” “Good luck getting this
done.”
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Typical CHIS Petition sheet
5 pages x 30 Signatures But, just a drop in the bucket
Sources / Events NFMS - Louisville USCHI - Topeka, KS 3I show – Great Bend TFCW – W Lafayette IN Ag Leadership Conf. IN Farm Bureau convention
Significant support does exist among farmers and agri-business.
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Challenger, Gleaner and MF
Common components for Massey, Gleaner and Challenger line
Headers interchange within AGCO line
69” wide feederhouse frame is now 72” wide for 2007 models
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
New Holland CR combines
New Holland CR 970 with a 8 row 30” cornhead
Note: Center divider to aid crop flow
74” wide feederhouse frame
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Case IH AFX8010
Shown with MacDon Flex draper
Many common components with NH CR and CX combines
CaseIH headers interchange with NH heads
74” wide feederhouse frame
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Lexion G540 and F540 heads
540 Max Flex head now has split auger, split reel and dual knife drive
Center supported, full finger auger and reel
Dual knife drives at the ends
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Debris bib tested, Fall 2006
Eliminated “beaver hut” on top of the feederhouse
Inverted /\ cover for CLAD - Center Line Auger Drive provides similar benefit
Sourced from WA Johnson company
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Current trends in Commercial Agriculture operations Fewer Farmers but Larger Farm operations More custom harvest opportunities and services More large combines in class 6, 7, 8 & 9 sizes More GPS mapping and auto-guidance Fewer field passes when possible Road transport becomes a greater concern More controlled traffic and tram lines
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Combine changes expected
Larger headers and more folding headers Longer and wider feederhouse frames More road transport restrictions &safety concerns More Bio-Mass collection systems More auto guidance systems More yield monitoring and data acquisition More header height controls and sensors More front attachments, planters and sprayers
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Feederhouse changes expected
1. Stronger feederhouse structural frames2. Standard “fore – aft” and optional “lateral” tilt
adjustment 3. Greater lift capacities for larger heads4. Better suspension during transport5. CHIS Combine Header Interface
Standardization 6. CLAD Center Line Auger Drives
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Proposed CHIS standardization Seven functional aspects / areas:
1. Transport pads /Jack stand positions
2. Common tie down such as T-hook slots
3. Feederhouse outer frame perimeter size
4. Driveshaft configuration and speed
5. Hydraulic connector configurations
6. Electrical connector configurations
7. ISO standards for future drives including CLAD Center Line Auger Drive systems
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Transport pad / jack stand positions
Current headers have inconsistent frames Standardization would improve safety Securely set headers on header trailers Provide common pad positions Provide consistent T-slot tie down points Prevent headers from sliding off trailers Prevent headers from tipping off of trailers Recommend 4” x 10” pads on 120” spacing
Approximately 100 mm x 2500 mm pads on 3.0 meter
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Transport pad / jack stand positions
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Feederhouse outer frame opening
1. Current openings are 69” to 74” wide
2. Vertical heights are 32” to 36”
3. Top beams are generally 5” wide
4. Recommend 74” x 34” x 5” (or 2 meter)
5. Standardize retaining pin system
6. CHIS >Any header could be moved by any other combine!
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Feederhouse outer frame size
Currently: 7% width difference among majors
Width is 69 to 74 inches < --- >
Height is 28 to 34 inches
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Driveshaft configuration
1. Position of driveshaft is less critical now with use of universal joint type drive shafts on lateral tilt feederhouses.
2. CNH uses 6 spline (540 rpm style)3. JD, Cat, AGCO use 21 spline (1000 rpm)
4. Future CLAD Centerline drive recommendations1. Apply clockwise rotation2. Follow Tractor PTO’s ISO 730 or 8759-13. Use 21 tooth spline drive shafts
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Typical current driveshaft configuration
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Hydraulic connectors
Tractor connectors were standardized in 1980s
“Single point connectors” are now used between combines and headers…
but these are not a common design!
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Variety of Hydraulic connectors
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Electrical connectors
1. Tractors now use ISO (11783 / J1393) for CANbus communication with implement controllers.
2. Tractors also have the 7 pin warning light connectors.
3. Integrating 7 pin trailer connector into headers would make road transport on trailers safer by lighting extremity lights
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Center Line Drive Proposal
1. Center line driveshaft from feederhouse
2. Provide centerline auger and knife drive
3. Eliminate back shafts on header
4. Eliminates chains and belts on end of headers
5. Provides power and support in center
6. Reduces header sag and auger rubbing
7. Reduces header weight and cost
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Typical feed pattern and wear on a new header
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Centerline auger and reel support on a Crary head - 2005
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Centerline header drive
Concepts were included in the 1994 Bi-Rotor combine development program
US patent 5,497,605 used undershot drive
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Center Line Knife Drive
Many dual knife drive configurations available Y Double Yoke Drive - /\ Dual Cam Drive o\o Dual Schumacher Drive OO Hydraulic Drive ~/~ “Scissor” Drive X Other being developed
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
CLAD - Center Line Divider
Used 22” corn head divider sourced from GVL
Provides center crop divider for centerline knife drives
Tested on JD 635 Hydraflex header
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Centerline Divider Trials 2006
Shown on JD 630 Hydraflex header
..\CL Prototype Photos\CL video wheat 2006.AVI
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
CLAD – Center Line Auger DriveBenefits: Reduce weight of drives at the ends of the header Reduce cost by eliminating long driveshafts Reduce safety hazards – no backshafts or end drives Provide more reliable, opposed dual sickle drive Reduce auger failures via dual slip clutches located on
both sides of CLAD – Each carries 50% of torque load Control and improve auger to stripper clearance Reduce material build up on top of the feederhouse with
inverted /\ v-shield over the single driveshaft.
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Additional header manufacturers
MacDon, HoneyBee, Mid-West (AU) drapers Shelbourne Reynolds and AGCO stripper heads Rake-up and other Belt Pick-up headers Clarke, Geringhoff and Drago cornheads Crary Heads, Young Equip grain headers Others: Bish, Sweco, Hillco, Phillips, Calmer,
Westward, Python and new Bio-mass units Header Trailer Transport Manufacturers
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Mimic similar standards ….
Semi Tractor to Trailer (SAE)5th wheel interface, air lines and electrical
Tractor to Implements (ASAE)3 Point hitch configurations and PTO Hydraulics and electrical
Trailers to Pick-ups (SAE) 4 pin, six pin and seven pin connectors
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Next $teps forward….
Continue to build awareness and coalition of supporters Farmers, producers, harvesters, dealers Shortline manufacturers and Major manufacturers Farm Organizations and Insurance companies
Secure funding for CHIS research and standardization
Prototype headers and feederhouses Seek farmer or manufacturing partners to fund development
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
More steps forward….
Initiate / Write ISO / ASABE standard proposal via ASABE PM-23/7/1
Integrate with ISO 4254 Safety Standards Coordinate CHIS standard through
independent engineering firm Identify contacts for all stakeholders
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Forward your comments to: Your Major and Shortline Manufacturers
Internet sites: www.asabe.orgwww.productiveresources.comwww.harvesting.comwww.uschi.com
Alan VanNahmen, Pres.Farm Buddy Co.
PO Box 647Columbus, IN 47202-0647FarmBuddy@aol.com812-372-2551 Ext 10 at PRI812-343-2370 mobile
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Possible Engineering Services
Productive Resources Columbus, IN 47201 812-372-2551 Ext 10 www.ProductiveResources.com
PECO – Columbus, IN
Packer Engineering – Chicago www.packereng.com
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Future combine trailers
Able to haul two IQS combines at one time.
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
CHIS – is a big challenge!
ASABE ICCHP FarmBuddy Co.Feb 12, 2007
Author’s applicable background Alan VanNahmen – Founder and President Farm Buddy Co (1992) Small grain, sorghum, wheat and livestock farm – Spearville, KS Kansas State University – Mechanical Engineering Tech John Deere Harvester Works – East Moline, IL JD Kansas City Branch – Wichita, KS & Lincoln, NE Claas of America – 228 Cylinder System with MTS - Columbus, IN Farm Buddy Co. – Pres. Product Development - Columbus, IN Agri-Technology – Bi-Rotor Combine development – Winfield, KS Caterpillar Ag Products – Lexion launch - DeKalb, IL Caterpillar Claas Omaha – Lexion factory start-up - Omaha, NE MachineryLink – Operations Mgr. Kansas City, MO and Kingman, KS Productive Resources – Product Development – Columbus, IN Memberships in ASABE and U S Custom Harvesters Association
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