V Series 果園碎草機 by Vladimir Zagorac is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2021 A' Design Award 銀獎 in 農業設備設計 Competition Category.

銀農業設備· 2021

V Series 果園碎草機

by Vladimir Zagorac

Client: FPM Agromehanika

A' Design Award 銀獎 Winner in 農業設備 Category

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The Design

About V Series 果園碎草機

V系列係一款專為果園同葡萄園作業而設計嘅碎草機。機身採用焊接鋼製造，表面經粉末噴塗或鍍鋅處理。鋒利而富動感嘅線條、大幅平面同多切面細節，皆源自重新設計嘅公司標誌。機頭外形貌似Rtanj山嘅輪廓，工廠正正坐落於此山腳下。側面護罩嘅造型則取材自馬頭形態。結構加強筋令機身更加堅固耐用。本產品提供三種作業闊度選擇，配合側移式機架，可作前置、後置或組合式方式掛接於拖拉機上。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銀獎

V Series 果園碎草機是 A' Design Award 銀獎得主，這是授予頂級、華美而令人印象深刻的設計的極為崇高的認可。銀獎得主是極其卓越、極具創造力的作品，展現出其設計師傑出的專業技能、才華與敏銳。預計V Series 果園碎草機將成為一件出色的典範之作，兼具非凡的專業性與深刻的創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銀獎的設計是一項備受矚目、令人欽佩的發明，造福並拓展藝術、科學、設計和技術的界限。V Series 果園碎草機是一件令人羨慕的創作，它喚起渴望，帶來積極的情感，並激發驚嘆與讚嘆。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The headstock was designed to resemble the characteristic silhouette of Mount Rtanj, at the foot of which the company is located. The mountain has many positive connotations locally which helps builds trust. The reinforced side mask represents a horse's head, a symbol of strength, fidelity, and perseverance, further associating with the brand. Robustness is highlighted by ribs, while the impression of orderliness and discipline is achieved by concealed joining and bolt layout.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width: 220cm, Depth: 97cm, Height: 87cm (for 200cm working grip), Weight 400kg
Tags: Mulcher, Shredder, Orchard, Vineyard, Dynamics, Strength, Perseverance, Symbolism
Production Technology: Welded steel, powder-coated / galvanized
Design Challenge: Maximum usage of laser cutting, large surfaces, and a minimum number of bends was planned to simplify production and avoid potential errors in production. Interventions in form details that allow easy positioning and fitting of elements, as well as notches that define the positions and length of weld lines, were implemented. The main objective was to reduce the human factor and minimize the number of operations while achieving the quality of workmanship at the level of European competition.
Research: The strong physiognomy is dominated by sharp, directed forms, and massive faceted details. Elongated silhouette in the direction of movement complies with the latest CE certification rules. Special attention was given to the attachment frame, as it is one of the elements often overlooked when designing this type of product. The design simplifies the production of skids and the side mask, a characteristic part that leaves the manufacturer space to demonstrate quality workmanship.
Inspiration: The V mulcher series was designed after a complete rebranding of the company. The idea was to use only the latest technologies that give a superior and consistent quality of workmanship within the limitations of the material. The appearance of the machine is derived from the redesigned logo and features sharp motion-oriented lines, large flat surfaces, and distinctive details. Bold graphics were used to potentiate the main directions of the form and emphasize dynamics.
Project Duration: Product design and development took one and a half years to complete. The project was executed in Belgrade and Boljevac, Serbia.
Operation Flow: Several variations of the machine with different options of the headstock and output assembly are available. The side shift attachment frame allows three types of attachment to the tractor - front, rear, or both, and is available in manual or hydraulic shift option. The output assembly is available as a rubber curtain or counter-knives for fine shredding. Three working grips are available - 155, 180, and 200cm. The presented model features a hydraulic offset, front and rear-mounting, and rubber curtain.
Team Members: Designer: Vladimir Zagorac
Mechanical Engineer (FPM): Miomir Jovanovic
Chief R&D Engineer (FPM): Zoran Lapadatovic
Image Credits: Vladimir Zagorac