Vineyard care is a delicate and demanding task. You require the right tools to not only ensure a successful harvest but also protect groundskeepers, visitors, and workers.
UTV (Utility Task Vehicle) skids offer a game-changing solution for winery grounds maintenance, providing the versatility and mobility required for the following necessities.
- Pruning
- Harvesting
- Handling Emergencies
- Removing Wildlife
We have the tips and tricks to help you prepare to revolutionize your vineyard care with the power of UTV skids!
Stocking Your Skids For Vineyard Work
The need to stay agile on the job makes UTVs, large wineries, or grape-producing operations a match made in heaven. How can you stretch the capabilities of your utility vehicles for productivity’s sake? When stocking vineyard tools in a UTV skid, it’s crucial to consider the unique needs of your property and the people working it.
- Pruning Tools: Include high-quality pruning shears, loppers, and saws to trim and shape grapevines effectively. These tools should be durable, ergonomic, and capable of precise cuts.
- Harvesting Tools: Depending on the property’s vineyard’s size and grape variety, consider tools such as hand-held harvest knives, grape clippers, and grape bins for efficient and gentle grape harvesting.
- Spraying Equipment: Vineyards often require pest and disease control. Include a sprayer attachment on your UTV skid for easy and accurate application of fertilizers, pesticides, or other necessary treatments.
- Safety Equipment: Prioritize the safety of vineyard workers by stocking your skid with first aid supplies, including bandages, antiseptic ointments, gloves, and eye wash solutions. In emergencies, it’s also essential to have a communication device, such as a two-way radio.
Specialized UTV Skids To Hold Vineyard Tools
Make sure you have exactly what’s needed for each job on hand without the hassle of extra trips. Eliminate worries about damaging tools being transported or creating slip and trip hazards over specialty equipment lying around. Our UTV skids can be customized to accommodate specialized tools for vineyard tasks.
- Vineyard Trimmer: Attach a vineyard trimmer to your UTV skid for efficient and precise canopy management. These trimmers allow you to maintain the vineyard’s foliage at the ideal height and density.
- Vineyard Netting Dispenser: Protect your grapevines from bird damage using a netting dispenser attachment on your skid. This tool simplifies deploying and securing netting over the vineyard rows.
- Grape Bin Mover: Include a grape bin mover attachment on your skid to streamline the harvesting process. This allows for easy transportation and stacking of grape bins during harvest time.
First Aid Tools For Vineyard Workers
Vineyard workers face various hazards, such as cuts, scrapes, and dehydration, while working long hours. Ensure their well-being by stocking your skid with first aid tools, too. You have the room and the portability to take care of the ones taking care of your harvest.
- First Aid Kit: Stock your UTV with a comprehensive kit containing sterile dressings, adhesive bandages, antiseptic wipes, and other essential medical supplies.
- Sunscreen & Hats: Protect workers from sunburn and heat-related illnesses by providing sunscreen and wide-brimmed hats.
- Hydration Supplies: Keep workers hydrated by supplying water bottles or a portable hydration station on your skid.
Provide Service On-The-Go During Tours
Give touring guests a taste of your product with a sip and a snack wherever you decide to rest. You can transport servers, shade, treats, and drinks to visitors on the go. Talk about convenience! In case of too much sun or an accidental fall, first aid doesn’t have to wait until the tour is over.
Take Your Vineyard Operations To New Heights
Maximize efficiency and safety with vineyard UTV skids equipped with the right tools. For nationwide solutions, contact KIMTEK Corporation. Our reliable and customizable UTV skids can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your vineyard, ensuring optimal productivity and worker protection.
