Harvest aid platforms for faster, gentler picking

The reliable way to lift output without lifting costs

Versatile, low-maintenance harvest aid platforms designed for real farm conditions. Our mobile systems do more than move product—they speed up picking, reduce bruising, and cut labour waste with smart field packing conveyors and well-placed workstations.

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What is a harvest aid?

A harvest aid (or mobile harvest platform) is a tractor-towed or trailer-mounted unit with conveyor booms that reach into the crop. Pickers place produce onto the belt, which carries it to a packing area or bin loading conveyor. Result: steady flow, less handling, fewer drops—and better quality at market.

Our harvest aid range (Gatton & the Lockyer Valley)

Engineered to suit different crops and shed workflows, with options to match your gear and crew size.

Popular features and options:

On-board packing stations and boom box packing
Hydraulic lifting boom; adjustable elevator heights
Field packing conveyors with self-aligning elevating conveyor
Bin loading conveyors and roller tables
Height-adjustable decks; high ground clearance
Retractable shade sails
Water tanks for bulk storage
Wash stations and automatic spray jets
Forklift points; storage for empty pallets and boxes
Height adjustable pallet stacking system
E-stop for full shutdown
Remote steering system
Hydraulic ground drive for remote operation

Combination harvest aid (One unit, many purposes)

Need one harvest aid to cover a mixed program? Our combination harvest aid uses an in-house designed, hydraulically driven conveyor system to switch between loose and boxed product with next to zero changeover time.

Why growers choose the combination unit

Adjustable conveyor boom and elevator heights during use—set heights on the go
Automatic belt alignment for smooth product flow
Handles boxed produce, cartons, loose pumpkins, melons, lettuce, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and more—no mods required
Built tough for long days; easy to service

FAQs

How does a harvest aid improve efficiency?

By bringing the belt to the picker and moving product via field packing conveyors, you reduce walking, double-handling and damage—so the crew picks more per hour with less fatigue.

Trailer or tractor-mounted?

We fabricate both. We’ll match platform style, width and tow requirements to your farm layout and equipment.

Can you customise a harvest aid to our crops and layout?

Yes. We tailor platform width, boom length, deck height, conveyor speed, packing stations, shade, and water storage to your farm. We use 3D scanning and CAD so the design fits your tractors, beds and shed workflow first time.

What does the custom fabrication process look like?

We take you from a discovery call to a site measure/scan, develop a CAD model for your approval, then move into fabrication and commissioning. We’ll schedule around your harvest window.

Can we start basic and add features later?

Yes, external features can be changed and modified to suit the needs of a growing farm. A good quality base is vital for longevity and future-proofing

Do you handle servicing and spare parts in the Lockyer Valley?

We do. Our harvest aids are designed and built around standard off the shelf parts where possible. This keeps spares cheap and readily available. We also offer preventive maintenance to keep downtime low during peak picking.

How do you address food safety and cleaning?

Our equipment is designed for fast, hygienic cleaning. We can specify food-grade belts, stainless steel components, smooth welds, and passivated finishes to reduce contamination risk. For high-care environments, we also design Clean-In-Place (CIP)–friendly layouts, making wash-downs quicker and easier without dismantling your equipment.

Ready to plan your harvest aid?

Tell us your crops, crew size and shed process—we’ll recommend a platform layout that fits your operation today and scales for tomorrow.

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