Customer Success Stories.
A compilation of stories focused on our customers and the success they’ve had using Trimax products.
Success Story:
kiwifruit orchards across bay of plenty
Customer:
- Jonathan Nicholl
Product:
Force
Jonathan Nicholl manages kiwifruit orchards throughout the Bay of Plenty and has been using Trimax mowers for more than two decades. After years of reliable service from his Trimax Warlord, Jonathan was looking for a replacement that could handle the demands of commercial orchard maintenance while offering even greater versatility. The answer was the Trimax Force, a machine that has quickly become an essential tool across his orchards for mowing, mulching, and processing cut-over material.
A MULCHER THAT ADAPTS TO THE JOB
When Jonathan started looking for a replacement mower, versatility was high on his list. Managing multiple orchards means conditions and tasks can change quickly, so he needed a machine that could easily switch between mowing and mulching applications.
One of the standout features of the Force is its hydraulically adjustable rear flap. Unlike older machines that required operators to stop and manually adjust bolts to change settings, the Force allows adjustments to be made while working. “What I looked at was the ability to change this flap on the fly.” Jonathan explains. The result is a machine that can quickly adapt to changing orchard conditions without slowing productivity.
A FANTASTIC ALL-PURPOSE MULCHER
The Force handles traditional mowing and mulching duties throughout Jonathan’s kiwifruit orchards, but its capabilities go well beyond routine maintenance.
When carrying out Green to Gold cutovers, the machine efficiently processes large volumes of cut material that would otherwise require significant time and effort to manage. “It’s been a fantastic all-purpose mulcher on a kiwifruit orchard.” He mentions. For Jonathan, having one machine capable of handling multiple orchard tasks have been a major advantage.
GAME-CHANGING IMPROVEMENTS
Having owned a Trimax Warlord for many years, Jonathan was already familiar with the performance and durability of Trimax equipment. The Force has introduced several upgrades that have made orchard maintenance even easier.
One feature that immediately stood out was the automatic belt tensioning system. “It is a game changer.” He says. Combined with the hydraulic flap adjustment, these improvements help save time and make the machine easier to operate throughout the season.
LOW MAINTENANCE AND BUILT TO LAST
Reliability has always been important for Jonathan, particularly when managing orchards spread across a large geographic area. His previous Trimax Warlord travelled across his entire orchard portfolio and handled significant pruning and mulching work without issue. “It never skipped a beat.” He affirms.
Jonathan says maintenance on the Force remains simple, with familiar grease points and several design improvements that reduce servicing requirements. The inclusion of maintenance-free Titan bearings eliminates some grease points altogether, giving operators one less maintenance task to worry about.
SUPPORT THAT KEEPS YOU MOVING
Over more than 20 years of using Trimax equipment, Jonathan says the support from the Trimax team has been just as valuable as the machinery itself. “They’ve always offered their support and helped get the parts I need in a timely fashion so I can get back on the road and get on with the job.”
That combination of reliable equipment and responsive support is why Jonathan continues to choose Trimax. “I would definitely recommend Trimax to others. I think the service and the quality of their machinery is second to none.”
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THE
NEED.
Jonathan needed:
- A versatile mower and mulcher capable of handling a wide range of orchard tasks.
- Equipment suitable for commercial kiwifruit operations across multiple properties.
- Faster adjustment between mowing and mulching applications.
- A reliable machine with minimal downtime and low maintenance requirements.
- Strong after-sales support and readily available parts.
THE
VALUE.
Trimax delivers:
- An all-purpose machine capable of mowing, mulching, and processing orchard cut-over material.
- Hydraulic flap adjustment that can be operated on the move.
- Auto-belt tensioning that simplify operation and reduce maintenance.
- Durable construction proven over decades of commercial use.
- Responsive support and parts availability when needed.
THE
RESULT.
Here's what Jonathan says about the Trimax Force:
- "It's been a fantastic all-purpose mulcher on a kiwifruit orchard."
- "They've always offered their support and helped get the parts I need in a timely fashion so I can get back on the road and get on with the job."
- "I would definitely recommend Trimax to others. I think the service and the quality of their machinery is second to none."
- "The durability of the product, I've never had a problem with Trimax over the last couple of decades."
