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Customer experience Sieger Drain-Jet WR Drain Cleaner by Schutter – Video
In March Sieger paid a visit to Kor Schutter at his farm in Sint Annen, Groningen (NL). He explained the process he went through before deciding to buy a new drain cleaner and shared the main reasons he ultimately chose a Sieger Drain-Jet. We got it all on video to help others who find themselves in the same situation. He also told about his experience with both the machine and the provided service: the major factors behind this farmer’s choice were the excellent price-performance ratio and extensive functionality included as standard with all Sieger drain cleaners. Ultimately he decided the Drain-Jet WR model was the best fit for his needs.
Why clean drains?
In order to keep the fields in the best possible condition and to ensure a good harvest, it is important for Schutter to have good working drainage. The fields in Sint Annen consist mainly of clay soil on which, for the most part, wheat is grown. Partly due to the properties of the clay soil, the drainage pipes must be cleaned regularly. The seepage of the silty clay into the drainage pipes gradually reduces their effectiveness. The washed-in clay restricts flow in the drainage pipes and can even result in complete blockage. These blockages can cause problems such as ponding on fields which greatly reduces the crop yield.
Rationale behind new drain cleaner
The old drain cleaner no longer met the current requirements, so it was time to start looking for a new machine. Kor Schutter compared drain cleaners from several providers based on a number of his key points. Firstly, the flushing hose had to be long enough to be able to clean the drains. He learned that Sieger supplies its machines with a 500-metre hose as standard. The position of the arm was also important. The hydraulically foldable arm on the Sieger Drain-Jet is located on the left side, close to the tractor, so the machine can be easily operated from the cab. Above all, the most important point for the Groningen farmer was certainly the price-quality ratio – and it was soon clear that Sieger gets high marks in that regard. Because the Sieger machines include every functionality one would expect from a good drain cleaner, at a very competitive price.
Reservations about ordering online
Naturally there were also some reservations about ordering such a machine online. Kor Schutter felt the trepidation one always has before making a major purchase: “It’s not just a loaf of bread you’re buying from the baker!” But these concerns were quickly allayed by the good contact with Sieger. Questions were answered quickly and the customer was kept well informed about the progress of his order. All in all, ordering online proved a very good choice for the farmer.
Good working drain cleaner
Having now had the opportunity to put the drain cleaner to use, Kor Schutter is more than satisfied with how well the Sieger Drain-Jet works. The WR’s wireless remote control, in particular, makes operating the machine a piece of cake. Positioning the hydraulic guide arm in front of the drain pipe is done with ease from the comfort of the tractor cab. Because drainage pipes are often cleaned during rainy periods this is an important advantage.
All things considered, Kor Schutter is yet another satisfied Sieger customer.