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Citrus Picker 10/5/05 2.009 Sketch Models - Red B 1 Market - In 2003, 15 million tons of citrus were produced in Florida, California, Texas, and Arizona - U.S. citrus growers sold $1.5 billion worth of fruit in 2003 - Hand-picking costs $1.50
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produced in Florida, California, Texas, and Arizona
fruit in 2003
pound field box of citrus. 300 to 400 field boxes of fruit per orchard acre.
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Product Description: Citrus Picker connected to field cart, closed loop arm that allows for articulate motion in 4 axes Intended Customers: Citrus farmers that currently use unassisted manual labor to harvest
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Customer Needs Design Attributes Engineering Specs Efficient citrus fruit picking Quickly move from tree to tree Wheeled field cart supports arm and transports 90 lb field box Ease and safer for workers Long reach without heavy load Extendable arm that is supported between picking end and operator Maneuverable picking arm and vehicle 4 Axes of motion Rotating, swiveling joint which allows pole to slide and twist Does not damage the tree Clipping instead of pulling Electric clipping mechanism
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Kearneysville, W. Virginia