Save half your harvesting time, using half the staff, while maintaining the quality of your product.
Save half your harvesting time, using half the staff, while maintaining the quality of your product.
The Bud Bucker relieves the most significant bottleneck in the commercial trim process: prep. One person on one machine can now replace the work of 3-5 people using scissors. Add another operator, and the Bud Bucker can prep 80-150lbs per hour to feed multiple trim machines.
Key Features:
You can use the Bud Bucker on both wet and dry product. Its geared, high-torque motor pulls stems through the protruded entry holes, gently plucking buds from the stem without damaging the product.
Adjust roller speed to optimize the Bud Bucker’s performance for various strains, bud sizes, and moisture content.
The protruded entry holes quickly pluck the buds from their stems away from the flat surface of the machine. This prevents smashing and compressing the buds further down the stem, which causes unnecessary damage to the product.
Having two sets of four entry holes allows two operators to work simultaneously, giving you the benefit of two machines.
The Bud Bucker comes with a front table to catch the buds, a rear table to catch the stems, and a top prep table to use as a work surface.
All of our equipment is meant to help solve a bottleneck in cannabis and hemp harvesting workflow.
Implementing the Bud Bucker, Bud Trimmer and Bud Sorter as a complete system maximizes the value of each individual piece of equipment.
Save half your harvesting time, using half the staff, while maintaining the quality of your product.
PRODUCT SUMMARY
The Bud Buckers quickly and gently removes the Buds from the stem, utilizing rollers that grab the stem, and pull the stem through various hole sizes. The Bud Buckers can be used for both wet, and dry product, and with its unique speed control, and hole design, both models will pluck the Buds from the stem, without damaging the product. The Bud Buckers will help you complete the Bucking process, in half the time, and with half the staff.
The Bud Buckers comes standard with a workstation, forward, reverse, and true speed control to adjust the feed rate for wet and dried product. The Bud Bucker has a removable chute and 8 feed holes with interchangeable tips. The Bud Bucker Mini has a removable chute and 4 feed holes with interchangeable tips. Tips sizes can also be ordered custom to your preference. The Bud Bucker accommodates 2 people feeding simultaneously from either side of the unit.
Important Note: If break down of colas are a concern, cut the cola off the top before feeding the stem into the bucker. Keep in mind that at some point prior to packaging the buds will have to be broken down. Most facilities do not package buds larger than golf ball size. Consider allowing the bucker to perform the inevitable and break the colas down for you, as it will have to be down at some point
SPECS & DIMENSIONS
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HOW IT WORKS
The Bud Buckers quickly and gently removes the Buds from the stem, utilizing rollers that grab the stem, and pull the stem through various hole sizes. The Bud Buckers can be used for both wet, and dry product, and with its unique speed control, and hole design, both models will pluck the Buds from the stem, without damaging the product. The Bud Buckers will help you complete the Bucking process, in half the time, and with half the staff.
The Bud Buckers comes standard with a workstation, forward, reverse, and true speed control to adjust the feed rate for wet and dried product. The Bud Bucker has a removable chute and 8 feed holes with interchangeable tips. The Bud Bucker Mini has a removable chute and 4 feed holes with interchangeable tips. Tips sizes can also be ordered custom to your preference. The Bud Bucker accommodates 2 people feeding simultaneously from either side of the unit.
Important Note: If break down of colas are a concern, cut the cola off the top before feeding the stem into the bucker. Keep in mind that at some point prior to packaging the buds will have to be broken down. Most facilities do not package buds larger than golf ball size. Consider allowing the bucker to perform the inevitable and break the colas down for you, as it will have to be down at some point
HOW TO ASSEMBLE
1.Cut the banding and remove the unit from the pallet, peel off protective film
2.Lift and rotate open the back panel and lock the lid stays
3.Place a Bud collection bin on the front shelf below the feed holes, ensuring that the container sits tight to the front panel with no gap between
4.Place a stem collection container on the back side, and base of the unit
5.Plug the power cord into an 110VAC outlet and power on the unit
6.The Bud Bucker is now ready for use
HOW TO OPERATE
1.Properly prep the product by removing all fan leaves and individualizing the stems from the stock
2.When bucking dry product run at slower speeds, when bucking fresh product run at faster speeds, find the speed that plucks the buds best, faster or slower isn’t always better and can vary by strain
3.Be sure to leave 2-3” at the base of the stem, so that the rollers have something to grab onto
4.If there is a Bud at the base of the stem, simply pull that first Bud off by hand and then feed the stem into the appropriate hole
5.Although the Bud Bucker can handle stems with multiple offshoots, we recommend that you individualize them as much as possible
6.Feed the stem into the appropriate hole, ideally the stem is slightly smaller than the hole size, do not feed a small stem through the largest hole, as it will pull some of the Bud through and will not pluck the Bud properly
7.If a branch you are feeding into a hole has secondary stems be sure to feed it into a hole size that will accommodate the thickness of the secondary stems
8.Grouping several small stems together and feeding them through an appropriate larger size hole is an option
9.If a stem only has one or two Buds on it, don’t bother feeding it into the machine, pluck them by hand and move on
10.Utilize the reverse switch if a cola is too large and cannot be pulled through the hole, cut the top off, and switch back to forward
11.Continue feeding stems into the appropriate holes, and remember to empty the stem collection bin
12.For quicker production use two people on either side of the machine
13.You can optionally Buck and Trim the product with the fan leaves on, and although it may be faster, keep in mind that this will change the quality of your Trim, due to excessive chlorophyll in the fan leaves, it is best to remove the fan leaves before the harvest, and ideally during the flushing period
14.For the best trimming results, ensure that there is no excess stem at the base of the bud, and that each bud has been completely individualized and most importantly, to avoid crows’ feet, that all fan leaves have been removed
Important Note: If break down of colas are a concern, cut the cola off the top before feeding the stem into the bucker. Keep in mind that at some point prior to packaging the buds will have to be broken down. Most facilities do not package buds larger than golf ball size. Consider allowing the bucker to perform the inevitable and break the colas down for you, as it will have to be down at some point
HOW TO CLEAN
SPECIFICATIONS
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Though we fully stand behind our products and will do everything within our power to ensure you are satisfied with your purchase, we still want you to have every option at your disposal.
That’s why EZ Trim offers a money-back guarantee on all our products. It’s an added layer of peace of mind that you won’t find elsewhere in this industry.
Money Back Guarantee Requirements:
1. Schedule a zoom call with an Ez Trim employee at the time of and prior to first use of the equipment.
2. On the zoom call, run a single batch (1 pound or less) of product through the equipment.
3. On the same day as the zoom call you must decide and notify your sales rep in writing if returning the equipment.
4. You must cover the cost of the return shipping and have proof of pick up from the shipping company within 72 hours from notifying Ez Trim.
5. The equipment must be inspected and arrive cleaned and undamaged.
6. Refunds will be issued via check mailed to the buyer.
Failure to follow any of the above requirements will void the money back guarantee.
If the product is returned dirty a 10% cleaning fee will be deducted from the refund amount. If the product is returned damaged a 25% fee wil be deducted from the refunded amount. If the product is returned damaged and dirty a 35% fee will be deducted from the refund amount.
REMOVING ALL UNNECESSARY FAN LEAVES FROM THE PLANT
Defoliation is the most critical element of the growing and harvesting process and effects every step of the process, from the moment the plants start growing, until the product is packaged and ready for the shelf. The key to proper defoliation is removing all unnecessary fan leaves as soon as they start developing. A simple rule is to remove all fan leaves from the bottom 3rd of the plant during the vegetative and flowering phase and then removing all remaining fan leaves during the flushing period or 10 days prior to harvest. The following are all the benefits and downstream effects proper pruning, and defoliation generates:
Benefits of Defoliation During the Growing Phase:
Benefits of Defoliation During the Drying Process:
Benefits of Defoliation During the Bucking Process:
Benefits of Defoliation During the Trimming Process:
Benefits of Defoliation During Extraction Process:
HANG WHOLE PLANTS OR INDIVIDUAL STEMS TO DRY IN A CLIMATE-CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT
The branches should be left to dry slowly in a temperature and humidity-controlled room. Drying cannabis branches typically takes 7 to 10 days. It is important to avoid rushing the drying process by using high heat and low humidity, as this can degrade the cannabinoids and terpenes in the buds, affecting the overall quality of the final product.
Things to consider when drying cannabis plants:
REMOVING THE BUDS FROM THE STEM WITH THE BUD BUCKER
Things to consider when bucking:
NOTE: We recommend Bucking the plants a day or two before they are completely dry, then follow step 4. and Pre-Cure the Bucked Buds prior to Trimming. If plants are too dry to safely use the Bud Bucker, use scissors.
a) Cut and individualize branches from the stalk
b) Cut and individualize stems from the branches (leave 2-3 inches at the base of the stem when using the Bud Bucker)
c) Using scissors or Bud Bucker, when possible, remove and individualize all Buds from the stem
d) Leave 1/8” of stem at Buds base after Bucking
e) When Bucking dried Buds with the Bud Bucker, be sure the Buds are not over dried, and the feed rate is set to 20 or lower
f) When Bucking wet Buds, be sure to Buck and Trim immediately after harvesting, do not allow the harvested plants to sit for more than a few hours before Bucking and Trimming, doing so can cause the leaves to curl in, and Buds to squish, effecting Trim quality
g) TAKE THE TIME ON THIS STEP TO ENSURE THE BUDS ARE 100% INDIVIDUALIZED, WITH NO MORE THAN 1/8” OF STEM, AND FREE OF ANY FAN LEAVES
Important Note: If break down of colas are a concern, cut the cola off the top before feeding the stem into the bucker. Keep in mind that at some point prior to packaging the buds will have to be broken down. Most facilities do not package buds larger than golf ball size. Consider allowing the bucker to perform the inevitable and break the colas down for you, as it will have to be done at some point
EQUALIZE DRYNESS IN PREPARATION FOR TRIMMING
Our objective is to reduce the number of buds that need to be touched up after they have ran through the Satellite bud trimming machine down to 20-30% of all buds. To do this and to get a consistent trim using a trim machine, it is crucial to homogenize, equalize or create a consistent dryness through and in your entire harvest and especially from small buds to large buds. IF YOUR PRODUCT IS NOT CONSISTENTLY DRY, IT WILL NOT CONSISTENTLY TRIM. Thus, step 4. and the pre-cure process is arguably the most important step in the process.
Suggestions for Pre-Curing:
Side Note: The Pre-Cure step should not disrupt your grow cycles, as you have already freed up the dry room for the next harvest, as well created more space for storage having already bucked the buds.
Adding this pre-cure/staging phase into the process allows you to trim the product when your schedule and resources are available, while simultaneously ensuring that the product is dry enough to effectively trim with a machine, creating less touch up on the back end and saving time and labor.
REMOVE THE LEAF FROM THE BUDS, COLLECT AND SEPARATE THE TRIM
Note: Dry Trimming is done by friction, not cutting. Be sure your trim room humidity is not above 40%
DO THE FOLLOWING TO ELIMINATE TOUCH UP, SAVE YOUR SMALLS AND MAINTAIN BUD STRUCTURE:
IF THE MACHINE ISN’T WORKING, IT IS NOT THE MACHINE! IT IS THE PROCESS OR THE PRODUCT AND WE CAN HELP!
SORT BUDS INTO SHAKE, POPCORN, SMALL, MEDIUM, AND LARGE BUDS
Pre-sorting is typically done as the product comes out of the Satellite Bud Trimmer it immediately get sorter on the Bud Sorter. The enables you to remove the shake and popcorn from you’re A & B buds prior to Touch Up. Removing shake and popcorn before touch up ensures that unnecessary handling of popcorn is avoided, as well sifting through shake to find the buds that need to be touched up.
The Bud Sorter: The Sorter let you accurately, efficiently, and safely sort your cannabis and hemp buds into shake, popcorn, small, medium, and large buds. Without vibration or moving parts, your buds stay in pristine condition.
Suggestions for Pre-Sorting:
FINE-TUNE THE MOISTURE CONTENT OF THE BUDS AND ALLOW THE DECAY OF SUGARS AND CHLOROPHYLL
Curing improves the aroma and flavor of cannabis by encouraging the breakdown of by-products in the buds after they are first harvested, as they still contain sugars and starches stored by the plant for growth. After harvest, the plant begins to degrade as enzymes and aerobic bacteria break down these excess sugars and starches. Curing cannabis essentially forces the plant to consume the remaining sugars, starches and nutrients before they have had a chance to dry out and become trapped inside the plant. If this process happens too quickly, not only will the sugars and chlorophyll in the flower disappear: the terpenes will too, taking all the flavor with them. The curing process ensures that the sugars and chlorophyll in the flower are broken down slowly, without affecting the terpenes. The presence of these leftover sugars and minerals is what causes the burning sensation in the throat that is noticeable when smoking cannabis that has not been properly cured.
REMOVING ANY REMAINING LEAF OR STEM AS QUALITY CONTROL AND TO INCREASE BAG APPEAL
The only way to automate the harvesting process efficiently is to reduce the handling and hand trimming of buds. Touching up is where most facilities spend most of their budget and time. If you must touch up and handle over 50% of your buds after using a trim machine, you might as well have just hand trimmed the entire crop. After 14 years of working with our clients we have realized that REDUCING THE TOUCH UP IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING WE CAN DO! If you have descent product and our process is followed correctly, touch up should be 25% of all buds or less.
Suggestions for Touch Up:
Note: We have found that on average a QUALIFIED hand trimmer can trim 2 pounds of product per day but can touch-up just over 6 lbs. per day.
REMOVE ANY REMAINING SHAKE AND POPCORN PRIOR TO PACKAGING
After touch up is complete and using either The Bud Shaker Box, The Bud Sorter or The Bud Sorter Mini, sort the product one last time prior to packaging to ensure that all shake and popcorn has been removed.
Suggestions for Final Sort:
PACKAGE PRODUCT FOR STORAGE, DISTRIBUTION AND SALES
Packaging the product into various size containers for sales or storage can be done in a variety of ways including by hand. There are several automated packaging companies in the industry that can help facilitate this process. The important thing is that it is done right after touch up to preserve quality.
Suggestions for Packaging:
Consulting & Planning
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