Tips for Buying Mulch Coloring Equipment
A new mulch coloring system can make a big difference in your company's productivity and the quality of your end product — but only if you buy the right machine for your operation. Here are tips to help you do that.
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Evaluate your needs. How many total yards do you produce per hour? What's the type, weight and moisture content of the raw material? Will it be a stand-alone system or part of an in-line system? What's the size of the space where the machine will be located? Are you a bag or a bulk producer? What's the desired quality
for the end product? How much would you benefit from a mulch coloring system that uses less water, which can result in colored mulch that weighs less and is cheaper to haul? - Consider productivity. Features that can help with productivity include automatic controls; volumetric control, which shuts the machine down when the exact output is produced; ease of use; and single-person operation.
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Think safety. Look for a mulch coloring system that has secure lockout/
tagout features, is manually resettable once tripped and whose manufacturer offers operator training. - Take into account serviceability and parts. A machine that is convenient to service and whose manufacturer has a large inventory of parts with easy ordering will reduce downtime.
- Don't forget about post sale. Buy from a company that offers sales and technical support, and also has R&D staff to help you with unusual issues.
