The JaHam JT03 Grain Truck Probe is an economical grain sampling solution designed for facilities that want the efficiency of a truck probe system without moving into a larger high-volume configuration.
The JT03 is particularly well suited for satellite grain facilities and receiving locations where truck volume may remain relatively low throughout much of the year but increase significantly during harvest.
With all-hydraulic operation, a core-style probe system and multiple vacuum system options, the JT03 provides a straightforward way to add truck probe sampling capability to a grain receiving operation.
Economical Grain Truck Sampling for Smaller Facilities
Not every grain receiving facility requires the reach or capacity of a large high-volume truck probe. Smaller elevators, satellite locations and seasonal receiving facilities may need a system that provides reliable grain sampling while remaining appropriate for their level of truck traffic.
The JaHam JT03 was developed for these types of operations.
Potential applications include:
- Satellite grain elevators
- Smaller grain receiving facilities
- Seasonal receiving locations
- Large farms
- Seed handling facilities
- Agricultural processing locations
- Facilities with increased harvest-season truck traffic
For operations moving away from manual truck sampling or evaluating their first mechanical grain truck probe system, the JT03 provides an economical starting point within the JaHam product line.
Designed for Everyday Grain Receiving
Truck traffic can change considerably throughout the year. A facility that receives relatively few trucks during normal operations may experience a significant increase during harvest.
The JT03 provides facilities with a dedicated truck grain sampling system that can be available when receiving activity increases.
Its all-hydraulic operation allows the operator to control probe movement during the sampling process, while ball bearings at major wear points contribute to the durability required for regular grain receiving operations.
The standard handheld joystick gives the operator direct control of the system, and the JT03 provides a maximum rotation of 240 degrees.
Core-Style Grain Probe System
The JaHam JT03 uses a core-style grain probe to obtain samples from incoming truck loads.
A truck probe allows an operator to position the probe at selected sampling points within the load rather than depending solely on grain that is easily accessible from the surface.
Once collected, the sample can be transferred through the sampling system for grading, inspection or additional sample preparation based on the facility’s equipment configuration.
Multiple vacuum system options are available, making it possible to configure the JT03 around different sample collection and delivery requirements.
JaHam JT03 Features
- All-hydraulic operation
- Ball bearings at major wear points
- Core-style probe system
- Multiple vacuum system options
- 1 HP hydraulic pump drive system
- Standard handheld joystick operator
- Maximum 240° rotation
- Designed for economical truck probe sampling
- Well suited for satellite, large farm and seasonal grain receiving facilities
When Should You Consider the JT03?
The JT03 may be a good fit when your facility needs a dependable grain truck probe but does not require the additional reach or capacity associated with larger JaHam or Apollo systems.
It is especially worth considering when truck volume is moderate during most of the year but increases substantially during harvest.
The correct probe selection should also take into account the physical layout of the facility. Truck positioning, driveway width, sampling reach, operator location, sample delivery distance and traffic flow can all influence which system is most appropriate.
JT03 vs. JT10 Grain Truck Probe
The JT03 is the more economical JaHam truck probe and is designed around lower-volume and satellite facility applications.
The JaHam JT10 provides a longer reach and longer core probe, making it a better option when a facility requires additional sampling coverage.
Facilities with high truck volumes or larger grain handling requirements may also want to consider the JaHam JT20 or one of Gamet’s Apollo truck probe systems.
Planning Your Grain Truck Probe Installation
Selecting a truck probe is only one part of planning an effective grain sampling system. Probe placement should also support safe and efficient vehicle movement through the receiving area.
Important considerations include:
- Average and harvest-season truck volume
- Typical truck and trailer dimensions
- Probe mounting location
- Required sampling reach
- Truck positioning
- Traffic flow through the facility
- Operator visibility
- Distance to the sample collection point
- Sample delivery requirements
- Future changes to the receiving area
Gamet Manufacturing can help evaluate these factors and determine whether the JT03 or another truck probe configuration is better suited to your facility.
Frequently Asked Questions About the JaHam JT03
What type of facility is the JT03 designed for?
The JT03 is particularly well suited for satellite and lower-volume grain receiving facilities, including locations that experience substantially higher truck traffic during harvest.
Is the JT03 hydraulically operated?
Yes. The JT03 features all-hydraulic operation and a 1 HP hydraulic pump drive system.
How is the JT03 controlled?
The standard configuration uses a handheld joystick operator control.
What type of probe does the JT03 use?
The JT03 uses a core-style grain probe system.
How far does the JT03 rotate?
The JT03 provides a maximum rotation of 240 degrees.
What is the difference between the JT03 and JT10?
The JT03 is the more economical JaHam option for lower-volume applications. The JT10 offers a longer reach and longer core probe for facilities requiring additional sampling coverage.
Is the JaHam JT03 Right for Your Facility?
Gamet Manufacturing offers multiple JaHam and Apollo truck probe configurations for grain handling facilities with different traffic volumes, layouts and sampling requirements.
If you are evaluating a new grain truck probe or replacing an existing sampling system, Gamet can help determine which configuration is best suited to your operation.