KDS Aquatic Weed Cutting Machine
At Kendensha, we are renowned for our cutting-edge environmental equipment, specialising in solid-liquid separators and sludge dewatering machines for wastewater treatment.
But did you know we were once famous for something entirely different? That’s right – we were the company behind the aquatic weed cutting machine!
It is an ‘water weed cutting machine’!
Locals still fondly call us “the water weed cutting machine company.” Each time, we explained that ‘No, we don't make it these days’, but now we have received an order and have produced one for the first time in a long time!
Why are water weeds need to be cut?
Much like weeds overtaking an abandoned garden, water weeds can rapidly proliferate in lakes, rivers, and canals. Left unchecked, they cause a host of issues:
- Slowed water flow, disrupting ecosystems and irrigation.
- Foul odours, impacting local communities.
- Obstructed navigation, hindering boats and fishing activities.
Unless you are involved in agriculture or fishing, you might not notice these problems. Yet, maintaining healthy rivers and lakes is vital for communities. Local authorities often manage this, and you have likely spotted them tackling water weeds during routine maintenance.
Historically, cutting water weeds was a backbreaking task, done manually with sickles while wading in chest-high boots. To ease this burden, aquatic weed cutting machines and boats were developed, transforming how local councils maintain waterways.
Features of KDS Aquatic Weed Cutting Machine
The KDS Aquatic Weed Cutting Machine is a remarkable piece of engineering, designed by Kendensha’s founder and honoured with a Japanese invention award. This amphibious, land-and-water machine is built to tackle aquatic weeds in marshes and rivers. Here’s what sets it apart:
- Amphibious design: Seamlessly operates on land and in water, perfect for diverse environments.
- Advanced cutting system: Equipped with front and rear drum-mounted cutters to efficiently slice through water weeds.
- Durable construction: Crafted entirely from stainless steel with a streamlined frame, offering corrosion resistance and optimal strength.
- User-friendly operation: Powered by two hydraulic pumps and controlled via simple lever operation for smooth, precise handling.
Now, this is the first machine we have produced in a long time. How will it turn out?
The one is painted bright red, but it can be changed to any colour as customer's requests.
Please take a look a video when we tried operating it a bit. Our CEO sat in the clothes and glasses of the 1970s in Japan when it was first developed. We hope you can feel 70s' Japan.
We were thrilled to reconnect with our heritage and deliver this unique machine to our customer. When you visit in Japan, KDS aquatic weed cutting machines may be on the job around you.
