Residue Management
Your Choice In Processing
The North Star* corn head offers versatility to harvest with either the North Star* or the all-new North Star* XDC processing systems.
The North Star* Design
Match the speed and capacity of your combine
Geringhoff worked closely with farmers across North America to develop the most affordable, efficient, and dependable system to harvest their crops. Our engineers utilized farmer feedback and the finest components from around the world to design the North Star* processing system.
The North Star* offers an exceptionally smooth and quiet running system, despite its fierce appetite in the field. And its knife-roll processing moved harvest innovation beyond the basic corn head operation competitors were using. Aside from removing the ears from the stalk, the North Star* processes the stalk, allowing for greater breakdown and post-harvest tillage. The North Star* handles stalks as tough as they come and helps increase harvest production without typical delays caused by changing stalk characteristics and unpredictable harvest conditions, all while allowing for harvest at higher ground speeds.
The North Star* offers an exceptionally smooth and quiet running system, despite its fierce appetite in the field. And its knife-roll processing moved harvest innovation beyond the basic corn head operation competitors were using. Aside from removing the ears from the stalk, the North Star* processes the stalk, allowing for greater breakdown and post-harvest tillage. The North Star* handles stalks as tough as they come and helps increase harvest production without typical delays caused by changing stalk characteristics and unpredictable harvest conditions, all while allowing for harvest at higher ground speeds.
Residue Management
North Star*
North Star* processing system features:
- Non-chopping
- 4” - 6” stalk segments
- Distributed centrally over the row
- Fractured stubble
Residue Management
North Star* XDC
All-New North Star* XDC processing system features:
- Chopping
- 2 ½” - 3 ½” stalk segments cut into small pieces
- Placed around stubble for rapid decomposition
- Ideal for no-till and strip-till farming
Xtreme DeComposition (XDC) Rolls
Xtreme DeComposition (XDC) Rolls are our new residue management rolls. They are an upgrade to our ‘work horse’ North Star* rolls, which have been a staple in the Geringhoff line for years.
XDC Quick Facts
XDC Quick Facts
- Crimps, slices, and dices residue in to 2.5- 3.5” pieces
- Places residue around stubble to maximize decomposition
- Provides better seed to soil contact for improved germination and higher yield potentials
- Reduces erosion and keeps straw in the field to break down into organic matter
- 4 bolted and carbide coated knives for a total of 8 cutting edges
- Long lasting blades that are easy to replace, allowing for trouble-free maintenance
- No speed adjustments needed from standard rolls
- Designed for our row units and drivelines
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Here's how it works
The North Star* System in Action
Two counter-rotating snapping rolls, each fitted with four knife bars, aggressively pull the corn stalks downward in a controlled motion.
This enables the deck plates to strip the corn cob off the plant. The unchopped corn straw remains in the field, protecting the soil from erosion.
The Geringhoff Difference
Head of the Class Features
Gathering Chains
Always ready and perfectly tensioned
The gathering chains are tensioned automatically. The gathering chain can be changed quickly and easily thanks to the Geringhoff special tool. As the chain tensioner is tuned to the patented sprocket, the driveline is protected from blockages caused by debris and gearbox failures are avoided. Geringhoff is the only manufacturer to offer automatic tensioning for the gathering chains.
Standard Feature
End Row Augers
The end row augers makes harvesting down crops even easier. The hydraulically driven conveyor auger located on the outside bodies (left-hand, right-hand, or double-sided design) of your Geringhoff corn head prevents cobs from being slung toward the edge of the crop. It also keeps crop residues from accumulating on the outer bodies.
Available in Most Major Combine Colors
A Head for Every Combine
Geringhoff corn heads are available in most major combine colors at no additional cost. Whether you're matching your combine or picking your favorite color, you have the choice. Or increase your resale value and accent any combine with the Geringhoff-exclusive Midnight Harvest® head color.
Additional Features
Customized down to every detail
Each field has its specific characteristics and challenges. Our goal is to rise to these challenges and provide you with a head that results in maximum yields from your crop. Upgrade your corn head with our range of additional options and accessories.
Accessories
Sunflower Kit
As an alternative, Geringhoff corn heads may be fitted with an active or passive sunflower harvest system. Field characteristics and crop maturity levels will determine which system is recommendable.
Accessories
Headsight
Precise header height control over all types of terrain. At the heart of the Headsight header height control system are flexible poly paddles and reliable electronics. Other systems will dig in to the soil and damage the system when in reverse, but not Headsight. It's design is operator friendly and has been used reliably for decades.
Corn Heads
Compare Models
Geringhoff corn heads are available in a wide range of configurations with a variety of gathering systems and residue processing options. Below you will find our Product Selector chart outlining available configurations - including row spacings, frame options, and more.Additional configurations may be available. Please contact your Geringhoff Territory Manager for more information on specific model options, configurations, and customizations.
Information and availability subject to change at any time without notice
