AGI next generation augers deliver high capacity from low input power

July 19, 2023

The increased performance many growers now require following the past three record seasons is available with AGI Westfield MKX2/X2 and AGI X2 augers now offering more options

Engineered to meet the challenges of the increased performances expected by local growers to match the past three record seasons, these AGI Westfield MKX2/X2 and AGI X2 augers offer a wider range of options than previously

AGI has added next generation of hardworking, swingaway augers – the AGI Westfield MKX2/X2 and AGI X2 Series – to its lineup of high-quality portable grain handling solutions.

Manufactured in Rosenort Manitoba Canada, AGI products are already well-known to local growers and with the release of this next generation swingaway auger line it offers growers a wider range of options for high-capacity grain handling.

“We are excited to introduce this next-gen auger series to the grain industry,” said Matthew Manness, AGI Director of Global Product Management for Portable Material Handling.

“An auger is one of the most hardworking pieces of equipment on a grain operation. They tend to run long hours at high capacities during harvest and spend most of their time exposed to the elements. So, they must be durable as well as reliable.

“AGI has engineered these next-gen augers to extend lifespan, reduce downtime, increase serviceability, and provide high-capacity output and efficiency,” Matthew Manness added.

*The AGI Westfield AGI MKX2 16-125 is part of the MKX2 16 Series with fully extended height from 14.4 to 26.8m (47.3 to 87.10ft) with capacities up to 627 tonnes per hour*

Engineered to meet the challenges of the increased performances expected by local growers to match the past three record seasons, these AGI Westfield MKX2/X2 and AGI X2 augers offer a wider range of options than previously.

This next-gen range of augers are designed for efficient delivery of grain into bins or trucks and are offered in a three-model range, the MKX2 10, MKX2 13 and MKX2 16 with diameters of 254mm (10-inch), 330mm (13-inch) and 405mm (16-inch) respectively.

The MKX2 10 range offers fully raised heights of 6.7 to 16.8m (21.10 to 55ft), while the MKX2 13 range has a fully extended height from 12.3 to 21m (40.3 to 68.11ft). With the MKX2 16 fully extended height from 14.4 to 26.8m (47.3 to 87.10ft), with capacities of up to 627 tonnes per hour.

Auger length options include AGI Westfield MKX2 A-frames from 16.1 to 38.1m (53 to 125ft); AGI Westfield X2 scissor lifts from 19.2 to 28.6m (63 to 94ft), and AGI X2 from 19.2 to 38.1m (63 to 125ft).

This next-gen range of augers are designed for efficient delivery of grain into bins or trucks and are offered in a three-model range, the MKX2 10, MKX2 13 and MKX2 16 with diameters of 254mm (10-inch), 330mm (13-inch) and 405mm (16-inch) respectively

What next-gen augers offer

Growers will discover engineering innovations that improve serviceability and boost durability with this latest release next-gen range of augers.

Innovation. The design of the new open-end discharge spout is industry leading. Featured on all AGI Westfield MKX2 /X2 and AGI X2 augers, the discharge spout delivers a faster, more efficient flow of grain reducing power requirements up to 20%.
Serviceability. Easy-to-access service points allow for quick inspection and maintenance of hopper u-joints, chains, and bearings. Larger access and clean-out doors on the boot provide easy entry to internal gearboxes and bearings.
Durability. Augers 330 and 405mm (13 and 16-inch) feature Abrasive Resistant (AR) flighting in high-stress grain transfer areas. AR lasts three times longer than regular flighting, saving time and money to replace worn out flighting. AGI’s new auger series features Wear Edge Technology in the hopper flights, transition flight and swing tube flight. Tapered bearings increase lifespan along with hanger bearings that support the lower flight. These bearings reduce noise and enhance the assembly process. Augers 330 and 405mm (13-inch and 16-inch series) feature galvanized steel cables and steel tube trusses which add strength and stability.

“With a focus on continuous improvement, AGI has made important design changes to optimise auger efficiencies and to simplify workloads for both growers,” Matthew Manness added.

All next-gen augers come with a wide range of options including hydraulic hopper winch, X-Tend hopper, X-Over hopper, electric and hydraulic power swings, 1000 rpm speed reducer, LED work lights, steerable axle, right angle drive kits, and transport lights.

For more than seven decades, AGI Westfield and AGI brands have led the auger industry by improving the efficiency and bottom line for growers.

AGI’s portable grain handling equipment offers an industry leading limited two-year warranty and is manufactured with quality materials and functions that provide added performance.

To learn more about AGI’s next-generation augers and other portable and permanent grain handling, storage and conditioning solutions see more on this link. And to find your local dealer go to this link.