Double-Barrel Bug Vacuum
The Double-Barrel Bug Vacuum increases Lygus bug uptake by 2.3 times that of previous generation vacuums. This is a result of the new vacuum’s increased power output and efficiency. Thank you to C&N Tractors for working with the California Strawberry Commission and the Cal Poly Strawberry Center on the fabrication and field testing of the double-barrel bug vacuum.
Continue reading for design details and a components list.
Components
Drawings & Downloads
Literature
- Double Barrel Bug Vacuum Handout
- Journal article
- Operator's Manual (use two-page view for best results)
Fabrication & Assembly Drawings
- DB Tube Support Frame
- DB Vacuum Hood
- DB Tubular Ducting
- DB Elimination Baffle
- DB Duct Flange
- Assembly Video (Part 1)
- Assembly Video (Part 2)
- 3D CAD Model (Download and open HTML file)
Service Bulletins
Contacts
Andrew Molinar
California Strawberry Commission
p. 805.340.8373
Jack Wells
California Strawberry Commission
p. 916.764.2840
