Rekindle winter with powerful, capable log splitter

As we move into the coldest time of the year, Ceres Machinery says it has the ideal machine – the Ceres 20t Log Splitter is a very powerful and capable machine, recommended by all levels of firewood processors and suitable for agricultural and commercial use. It is able to cope with a wide variety of wood with ease, including knotted, twisted and burled rings, as well as root balls.

The Log Splitter is powered by a hydraulic ram which produces 20 tonnes of pressure and it is operated by the safe and easy-to-use twin-handled operation, which meets all the latest safety requirements.

The legally required twin-handle operation works its own independent spool block, with the splitter only requiring a single-acting hydraulic feed from its power source. The Log Splitter has Category 1/2 linkage mounting for use with a tractor, but alternatively it can be used with a hydraulic power pack or telehandler.

The central beam is robust and strong, limiting the possibility of any bending or twisting during operation of the Log Splitter, while the specially-shaped splitting head slices through wood effortlessly, with a maximum splitting height of 650mm. The base of the splitter is fabricated from checker plate which prevents the danger of the wood sliding.

The Ceres Log Splitter can be used as a single piece, or in conjunction with the optional heavy-duty table. The table makes a great addition, increasing the splitter’s efficiency and ergonomics, with a height of 710mm (28in), a width of 1,980mm (6ft 6in), which provides a working space of 740mm (29in) on either side of the centrally-positioned splitter, and a top thickness of 6mm (1/4in). The heavy-duty table is particularly useful for processing large quantities of wood, because it makes the process of loading bags, boxes or bins much quicker and easier.

The table also comes complete with Category 1/2 linkage mounting and two large box section feet for stability as well as compatibility with forklifts and loaders. The splitter is easily detachable from the table, meaning that you have the choice of using the Log Splitter alone, so you can still gain access to challenging environments.

Both the Log Splitter itself and the heavy-duty table come painted as standard. Alternatively, they are available with a hard-wearing, galvanised finish, for increased longevity and durability. Due to the splitter and the table being separate components, you can choose whether to have both or either parts with the galvanised finish.