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Windrow Turner for Mushroom Substrate Preparation

The Self-Propelled Windrow Turner is a specialized machine designed for the mixing, turning, and oxygenation process of mushroom substrate preparation, helping mushroom farms improve substrate uniformity, reduce manual labor, and create a more suitable growing medium before bag filling and cultivation. With compact structure, strong mobility, and high mixing efficiency, this equipment is ideal for small and medium-scale edible mushroom farms that require frequent substrate processing and flexible operation.

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Key Specifications

Model

Power Type

Input Power

Production Efficiency

Weight

Dimensions

Main Features

TUXH8000B

Electric Windrow Turner

4 kW

≥8 tons/h

230 kg

1250×800×900 mm

Forward/reverse switch, high/low speed adjustment, easy operation

TUXH8000C

Diesel Windrow Turner

8 HP Diesel Engine

≥8 tons/h

230 kg

1250×800×900 mm

Strong power output, suitable for outdoor operation, reverse function

 

Working Principle: How the Self-Propelled Windrow Turner Works

The Windrow Turner works by using a rotating mixing mechanism to continuously lift, loosen, and redistribute mushroom substrate materials. The working process includes:
01

Material Feeding and Positioning

The operator moves the machine along the substrate pile or windrow. The front mixing section enters the substrate and begins collecting material.

02

Mechanical Turning and Mixing

The rotating blades or mixing components lift the lower substrate layer and turn it over to the upper layer, while simultaneously breaking up compacted materials and improving mixing uniformity.

03

Oxygen Enrichment and Moisture Distribution

3.During the turning process, air is introduced into the substrate structure, improving oxygen supply and helping maintain suitable fermentation conditions. Moisture and nutrients are also distributed more evenly throughout the substrate. 

04

Continuous Output and Movement

The machine moves forward automatically, continuously processing the substrate pile and producing a more consistent cultivation medium.

Applications in Mushroom Cultivation

Suitable Raw Materials

The Windrow Turner is mainly used for preparing mushroom cultivation substrates made from agricultural and forestry materials, including sawdust, wood chips, straw, corn stalks, cottonseed hulls, rice husks, and other organic materials.
It is suitable for substrate preparation for various edible mushrooms, including:
Oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus)
Shiitake mushroom (Lentinula edodes) 
King oyster mushroom (Pleurotus eryngii)
Wood ear mushroom (Auricularia auricula-judae)
Other bag-cultivated edible fungi

By improving substrate mixing and fermentation conditions, the machine helps provide a more stable foundation for later processes such as substrate filling, sterilization, inoculation, and fruiting.

Capacity and Automation Level

With a processing capacity of 8 tons per hour or above, this machine can meet the daily substrate preparation requirements of many small and medium mushroom farms. The self-propelled design reduces dependence on manual labor, and one operator can control the machine during operation.

The electric model is suitable for farms with stable power supply, offering lower operating noise and convenient maintenance. The diesel model provides stronger mobility and is suitable for outdoor substrate preparation areas or farms where electrical infrastructure is limited.

Integration with Mushroom Production Lines

The Windrow Turner can be integrated with complete mushroom substrate preparation systems, including:

Compatible equipment includes:

Wood Crusher / Sawdust Crusher

for raw material size reduction

Substrate Mixer

for adding and blending nutrients, water, and supplements

Conveyor System

for automatic material transportation

Mushroom Bagging Machine

for substrate filling into cultivation bags

It can serve as an important step between raw material preparation and automatic mushroom bag production.

Service & FAQ

Installation & Service

We can provide:

Equipment installation guidance
Operation and maintenance training
Remote technical support
Spare parts supply
Troubleshooting assistance
After-sales service support

FAQ

What is the main purpose of a mushroom windrow turner?
It is mainly used to mix and turn mushroom substrate materials, improving uniformity, oxygen supply, and fermentation quality before bag filling.
What is the difference between the electric and diesel models?
The electric model is suitable for farms with stable electricity supply, while the diesel model provides stronger flexibility for outdoor working environments.
What materials can this machine process?
It can process sawdust, wood chips, straw, agricultural residues, and other organic materials used for mushroom cultivation substrates.
How much substrate can the machine process per hour?
Both models provide a processing capacity of approximately 8 tons per hour or above, depending on substrate conditions.
Does the machine require multiple operators?

No. The self-propelled design allows operation by one person, reducing labor requirements.

Can the machine be customized for different mushroom farms?
Yes. Parameters such as machine configuration, power type, and working structure can be adjusted according to customer production requirements.

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