2014 - Volume #38, Issue #4, Page #35
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Better Chopper Parts For Less
“Our castings are made here and shipped direct to the customer,” says Kaff. “OEM parts are often made in other countries. There are costs involved with that.”
Maize Corporation is well known for its big baler parts, but the company was founded in 1976 to make parts for Field Queen forage harvesters. In 2002 the company added parts for Deere forage harvesters. Parts are available for 3000, 5000, 6000 and 7000 series forage harvesters and include pickup headers for hay for pull-type and self-propelled units. Parts are shipped throughout the U.S., Canada, Australia and Europe.
“We even have a customer in Egypt,” says Kaff. He admits that being on the replacement end makes it easier to identify and make parts that will last longer and wear better. The company focuses on those OEM parts that show wear and cause problems.
“Often customers come to us with a problem part that doesn’t hold up and requires them to shut down for repair,” says Kaff. “We look at the part and design a solution. If the OEM uses 12-ga. steel, we’ll use 10 ga., so it will last longer and reduce down time. We know less down time is what it’s all about for our customers.”
Kaff encourages customers to check the company website for needed parts, or call the toll free number. Deere parts catalogues can also be ordered for ready reference.
“If we don’t have what you need, we may decide to make it,” says Kaff.
Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Maize Corp., P.O. Box 476, Maize, Kan. 67101 (ph 316 722-8710 or 888 722-8710; parts@maizecorporation.com; www.maizecorporation.com).
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