METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROCESSING LARGE SQUARE HAY BALES INTO SMALLER RECOMPRESSED BALES

摘要

A method and an apparatus for processing large hay bales of approximately 750 kg to produce smaller recompacted manageable units to facilitate shipping in containers. The method includes the steps of cutting the bales into at least two slabs, preferably three slabs, which are then cut in two approximately equal pieces. Each piece is recompressed, strapped and cut again to provide units having an approximate weight of 35 kg.