Leaf Remover
Removing leaves from the grapevine canopy around the grapes
The Slopehelper Leaf Remover is an innovative de-leafing system designed to remove excess foliage from the vineyard canopy, enhancing bunch solarization and improving grape quality. The Slopehelper Leaf Remover operates on a leaf-trimming principle. Leaves are first compressed between two rotating drums, after which they are vacuum-suctioned and evenly distributed onto the plantation floor for natural decomposition.
To ensure precise leaf removal without damaging the vines, the de-leafer is equipped with a disk cutter that prevents the accidental catching or tearing of young branches, maintaining vine health and structure while optimizing sunlight penetration and airflow for better grape ripening.
100% Autonomous | 100% Electric
Features & Benefits
Vineyards vary in trunk height and bunch positioning, making adjustable de-leafing height essential for optimal canopy management. The Slopehelper Leaf Remover features a fully adjustable height system, allowing growers to precisely set the de-leafing position based on the specific structure of their vineyard. This flexibility ensures that the system effectively removes leaves without affecting grape clusters, whether in low-trained vines, high trellises, or uniquely configured plantations.
By adapting to various vineyard layouts, the Slopehelper Leaf Remover provides a customizable, high-precision solution that enhances solar exposure, airflow, and overall grape quality.
The Slopehelper Leaf Remover is equipped with an intelligent positioning system that automatically adjusts the de-leafing head in synchronization with the Base Platform’s movement. This ensures a precise and consistent de-leafing process, regardless of terrain variations, real-time trajectory deviations, or operation on slippery surfaces.
By dynamically adapting to the canopy’s structure, the system guarantees uniform leaf removal, optimizing solar exposure and airflow around the grape clusters. This advanced automation eliminates the need for manual adjustments, making vineyard maintenance more efficient, precise, and effortless, while ensuring optimal conditions for high-quality grape production.
When operating on slippery surfaces or traversing slopes, maintaining precise alignment of the de-leafing head with the vineyard canopy is essential for accurate and uniform leaf removal.
The Slopehelper Leaf Remover is equipped with an advanced vertical positioning system that continuously monitors the instrument’s inclination and terrain variations. This ensures that the de-leafing mechanism remains perfectly aligned with vineyard rows, even in challenging terrain conditions.
By dynamically adjusting to surface irregularities and slope angles, the system guarantees consistent canopy coverage, preventing uneven de-leafing and maximizing solar exposure and airflow for improved grape quality.
To ensure optimal efficiency and uninterrupted operation, the Slopehelper Leaf Remover is equipped with a cutter saw positioned in front of the de-leafing head. This pre-cutting mechanism effectively trims branches before they reach the de-leafing drums, preventing them from getting jammed or obstructing the process.
By eliminating potential blockages, the cutter saw enhances operational smoothness, ensuring consistent leaf removal while maintaining the health and structure of the vineyard canopy.
The Slopehelper Leaf Remover is designed with easy-access covers, allowing quick and efficient maintenance of the de-leafing drums. These covers enable operators to easily open the head and access the drums for cleaning and servicing whenever necessary, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
Additionally, the suction ventilator block features a quick-opening mechanism, providing immediate access to ventilator components for cleaning and maintenance. This user-friendly design minimizes downtime, allowing for smooth operation and consistent de-leafing efficiency throughout the season.
The Leaf Remover, like all Slopehelper Agrosystem instruments, operates exclusively on electromechanical solutions, without relying on hydraulic or pneumatic actuators.
The electromechanical design ensures the Leaf Remover is a fully field-ready, highly efficient, and long-lasting solution for modern fruit harvesting.
