Hillco Technologies

Hillside Leveling System (27%)

If you harvest in the hills with a Case-IH combine, there is no better investment you can make than equipping your Case-IH combine with a leveling system from Hillco Technologies.

Hillco Leveling Systems - CASE IH

Case-IH Hillside Models

Hillco Leveling Systems are packed with a long list of industry leading features and benefits such as true bolt-on design, fully automatic variable speed leveling, and fully automatic header height and lateral tilt control.

Other benefits include increased hillside capacity, reduced hillside grain loss, improved sample quality, and comfortable hillside operation. Additionally, Hillco guarantees that your combine’s original Case-IH warranties will remain in full effect after installation of your Hillco Leveling System.

Rear Drop Axle

Transmission
Controller

Crop Feeding System

Cab Control

Hydraulic Controls

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Transmission - Case IH Models

As combines evolve so do Hillco Leveling Systems. Staying true to the quality and performance of our previous leveling systems, the newly designed undercarriage accommodates today’s heavier combines and heads. Hillco keeps the design simple by moving the combine’s original transmission to final drive assembly from the combine’s main axle to the leveling system’s undercarriage. This simple but effective design keeps the treadface of the tires flat on the ground for improved traction, stability, and flotation. Go even further and equip your combine with dual tires and you can tackle any terrain.

Rear Drop Axle - Case IH Models

To level the combine fore/aft, it is necessary to raise the back of the combine’s height. The original axle fastens to the Hillco drop axle pivot providing full rotation of the rear axle. To achieve maximum leveling the undercarriage raises the combine 12 inches.

Crop Feeding System - Case IH Models

When you purchase a new Case-IH combine with a Hillco Leveling System you experience maximum throughput; allowing your combine to reach maximum capacity. The Hillco Leveling System is equipped with a crop feeding system designed for any type of crop, whether it’s green viney crops, weeds or short slick straw conditions. With the CH9010 you will enjoy maximum feeding with our paddle beater feed system. The paddle beater is available in either metal or rubber; providing you the right fit for each crop and ensuring you will be harvesting in even the most unpredictable conditions.

Controller - Case IH Models

It is our goal to deliver trouble free leveling systems. With our precision electronic slope sensing combined with variable speed hydraulic leveling control we deliver the ultimate in smooth, responsive leveling performance. The clinometer based slope sensor continuously monitors the sloping field conditions and maintains a combine chassis position within ½ degree of level. The variable rate technology utilized in the leveling controller and hydraulic control valve allows for infinite leveling speed control from zero to maximum speed. The further the combine is out of level the faster the system corrects, and, as the chassis approaches level, the leveling rate slows. This variable speed leveling is what allows Hillco Leveling Systems to be both smooth and responsive.

Hydraulic Controls - Case IH Models

It is our goal to deliver trouble free leveling systems. With our precision electronic slope sensing combined with variable speed hydraulic leveling control we deliver the ultimate in smooth, responsive leveling performance. The clinometer based slope sensor continuously monitors the sloping field conditions and maintains a combine chassis position within ½ degree of level. The variable rate technology utilized in the leveling controller and hydraulic control valve allows for infinite leveling speed control from zero to maximum speed. The further the combine is out of level the faster the system corrects, and, as the chassis approaches level, the leveling rate slows. This variable speed leveling is what allows Hillco Leveling Systems to be both smooth and responsive.

Monitor - Case IH Models

The Hillco monitor is conveniently located above to the right of the CNH monitor delivering fingertip control of all leveling functions. Select Automatic mode and the leveling system corrects for slope changes without any operator input. Switch to Manual mode and the automatic leveling is disabled, allowing the operator to have full control over the combine’s chassis position. The Manual mode is especially useful for controlling the unloading auger height. The Diagnostic mode can be utilized to troubleshoot electrical functions. The Diagnostic mode monitors essential functions and includes a rear wheel assist alarm, reminding the operator to disengage when descending steep hills, and a light indicating that maximum level has been reached.
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Return on Investment Calculator

This calculator is designed to determine the return on investment for a Hillco leveling system equipped combine versus a non-leveling combine operating in sloping conditions.

Crop Type
Wheat       Corn and Soybean
Acreage Information

Crop Information

Enter your operation's statistics and estimates.
Wheat
Corn
Soybeans

Acreage / Slope Information

Estimate the percentage of total harvested acres that lay within the various slope ranges in your farming operation.
For all Wheat Acreage
See Slope reference chart
Percentage slope values must equal 100%
100%
Your Harvest Speeds and Machine Harvested Yield (MHY)

Non-Leveling Ground Speed in MPH

Enter the average harvesting speed for your non-leveling combine in the various slope ranges at the average yield entered in the Crop Information section above.

Slope Reference Graph
Wheat
Corn
Soy

Reduction in Machine Harvested Yield (bu/acre)

Estimate the reduction of Machine Harvested Yield (MHY) for each slope range if you were harvesting at the speed you entered for 0-3% slopes. (The calcultor will then project expected reductions in MHY for each slope range at your previously estimated ground speeds.)

You may opt to enter the test data which was determined by actual field testing by Hillco (based on 5 mph harvesting speed).

Reduction in MHY is used in these calculations rather than field loss. Reduction in MHY is a more accurate guage of combine harvesting efficiency because it can be determined by actually weighing the harvested yield rather than estimating the amount of yield lost to the ground.

Use test data or your own
Corn
Soy
Your Combine and Header Information
Enter your expected combine harvesting efficiency. Typically a combine operates at approximately 70% efficiency. If the Total Annual Separator Hours calculated below look too small you may want to decrease the combine efficiency. If the Total Annual Separator Hours calculated below look too large you may want to increase the combine efficiency.
Wheat head width in feet
Corn head width in feet
Flex header width in feet
Combine Field Efficiency (Typically 70%)
(Must enter value other than 0%)
Your Operational Costs
This total should include additional cost of benefits and taxes. If you wish to include the grain cart operator's cost add the hourly wage to the combine operator hourly labor costs.
Combine Operator Labor Cost (per hour, including taxes and benefits)
Combine Fuel Cost

If you wish to include added grain cart fuel add hourly grain cart fuel usage to the combine fuel usage.

Combine Fuel Consumption (Hourly - Typically 11-13 gph)

Cost per added separator hour usually runs approximately $180 per hour for new combines to $30 per hour for older used combines. If you don't want to consider the added benefit of lower separator hours enter $0.

Cost Per Separator Hour
(How much does your combine devalue for each added separator hour of use?)

Use example prices below or obtain a quote from your local dealership.

List price examples for leveling systems used on John Deere combines:
Leveling System Model 2955S for -- 9560-70 STS combine dual tire, w/ Hillco Leveler Installed = $42,960.00 List Price

Leveling System Model 2970S for -- 96-97-9860-70 STS combine,dual tire w/ Hillco Leveler Installed = $42,085.00 List Price

List price examples for leveling systems used on Case-IH combines:
Leveling System Model 2800 for -- 2577-88 combine, dual tire w/Hillco Leveler, Installed = $42,210.00 List Price


See examples or call your local dealership for a quote.
(On Leveling System Financing)

Enter the number of years (from 1 to 5, whole number) for the desired calculation period.

Market value at the end of 5 years regardless of the length of the calculation period.

Used in net present value calculation

Cash Flows (Totals for Calculation Period)
Positive Cash Flows
Labor Savings
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Fuel and Lubcriation Savings
0
Increased Income from Machine Harvested Yield
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Residual Value of Leveling System (At end of Calculation Period)
0
Increased Combine Value Due to Reduced Separator Hours
0
Total Positive Cash Flows
0
Negative Cash Flows
Leveling System Cost (Total Principle & Interest Payments)
-0
Remaining Principle Balance On 5 Year Note
-0
Leveling System Maintenance Cost (Annual 2% of Purchase Price)
-0
Total Negative Cash Flows
-0
Total Net Cash Flow (Positive - Negative)
0
Investment Analysis
Total Average Annual Separator Hours (without leveling system)
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Total Average Annual Separator Hours (with leveling system)
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Average Annual Separator Hour Savings
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Total Separator Hour Savings as % of Total Separator Hours
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Average Payback Period (in years)
The length of time it takes for an investment to recover its initial cost.
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Total Net Present Value of Cash Flows
NPV compares the value of a dollar today to the value of that same dollar in the future, taking inflation and returns into account.
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Internal Rate of Return
The internal rate of return (IRR) method allows you to consider the time value of money. It is the interest rate that is equivalent to the dollar returns you expect from your project. Once you know the rate, you can compare it to the rates you could earn by investing your money in other projects or investments. Usually a business owner will insist that in order to be acceptable, a project must be expected to earn an IRR that is at least several percentage points higher than the cost of borrowing, to compensate the company for its risk, time, and trouble associated with the project.
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