The NorthStar Technology
Match the speed and capacity of your combine
Geringhoff works closely with Growers across North America to develop the most affordable, efficient, and dependable system to harvest their crop. Our engineers utilized the finest components from around the world in designing the NorthStar Model.
Geringhoff forged the Elite XL Series to offer an exceptionally smooth and quiet running system, despite its fierce appetite in the field. 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 NorthStar Elite XL processes the stalk, allowing for greater breakdown and postharvest tillage. The NorthStar Elite XL handles stalks as tough as they come, and increases harvest production without typical delays caused by changing stalk characteristics and unpredictable harvest conditions, and allows for harvest at higher ground speeds.
Residue Management
NorthStar
NorthStar processing system features:
- Non-chopping
- 4” - 6” stalk segments
- Distributed centrally over the row
- Fractured stubble
Residue Management
NorthStar XDC
All-New NorthStar 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
XDC (Xtreme DeComposition) Rolls
XDC (Xtreme DeComposition) Rolls are our new residue management rolls. They are an upgrade to our ‘work horse’ NorthStar rolls, which have been a staple in the Geringhoff line for years.
XDC Quick Facts
XDC Quick Facts
- Crimps, rips, 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 NorthStar system in motion
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.
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Gathering system
A unique gathering chain idea
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.
Available in all common combine colors
You have the choice of colors
Design your Geringhoff corn head according to your wishes. Whether you decide to match your combine harvester color or go more neutral with Midnight Harvest (and increase your resale prospects), it’s up to you! Color selection available for no additional charge.
Standard Feature
Down Corn Auger
The down corn auger 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.
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.
