EYS-50 TRACKED WINDROW TURNER

GET IT DONE! Robust, self-propelled, tracked, high-throughput compost turning – across every application.

A 250 kW crawler-track self-propelled windrow turner processing up to 4,000 m³/h across six composting and remediation applications ranging from biological drying to the treatment of contaminated soils the production of quality compost.

The EYS-50 Self-Propelled Turner is a crawler-track windrow turning machine engineered to deliver outstanding process performance across the most demanding organic material management applications. Powered by a 250 kW Deutz TCD 7.8 L6 engine at Tier 4 Final emission class, the EYS-50 processes windrows up to 5 x 2.15 m at throughputs to 4,000 m³/h. A 1,200 mm variable-speed turning drum, crawler track drive and a compact transport configuration combine to produce a versatile, high-capacity machine operable by a single operator across soil remediation, composting and digestate processing sites.

Product Advantages

  • Up to 4,000 m³/h throughput maximises site productivity and reduces composting cycle time.
  • Crawler track delivers stable traction across wet, compacted and uneven composting pad surfaces.
  • Variable drum speed from 0 to 210 rpm optimises turning intensity for any material type.
  • Tier 4 Final engine meets current European emission standards on any operational site.
  • Single-operator design reduces on-site labour cost without compromising machine throughput or control.
  • Six verified applications from soil remediation through digestate composting in one machine.
  • Compact transport configuration enables rapid site-to-site relocation on a standard low-loader trailer.

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Features & Benefits

Deutz TCD 7.8 L6 — Tier 4 Final A six-cylinder Deutz TCD 7.8 L6 diesel engine producing 250 kW and 335 hp, with an alternative rating of 260 kW and 350 hp, powers the EYS-50 at Tier 4 Final emission class, meeting current European Stage IV environmental compliance requirements across all operating sites.
Crawler Track Drive System Self-propelled crawler tracks provide stable, consistent traction across compacted, wet and uneven composting pad surfaces that compromise wheeled turner performance. A travel speed range from 10 to 57 m/min gives the operator precise control over drum engagement and material throughput rate.
Variable Speed Turning Drum The 1,200 mm diameter turning drum operates across a continuous speed range from 0 to 210 rpm, enabling the operator to adjust turning intensity and aeration depth to match the specific material being processed , from heavy wet sewage sludge to dry green waste at high throughput.
Large Windrow Capacity The EYS-50 processes windrows with a cross-section of 5 x 2.15 m (5,000 mm width by 2,300 mm max height), enabling operators to build and turn larger windrows than smaller turner designs allow, increasing the material volume per pad area and reducing the number of turning passes required per composting cycle.
Expandable Options Platform The EYS-50 is designed as an expandable platform with various optional equipment configurations, ensuring the machine can be specified precisely for each application from biological drying and soil bioremediation through to large-scale municipal organic waste and digestate composting operations.
Compact Transport Configuration The EYS-50 folds to a transport envelope of 5,500 x 2,900 x 3,300 mm plus 380 mm, enabling standard low-loader transport between sites without requiring a specialist oversized load permit, a commercially significant advantage for operators handling multiple composting sites or contract turning operations.
Multi-Process Capability Beyond windrow turning, the EYS-50 system enables shredding, mixing, separating and composting of a wide range of organic and semi-organic materials, making it a versatile platform for operators seeking to expand their application range without investing in separate purpose-built machines.
Single-Operator Design The EYS-50 is designed for efficient single-person operation, with all machine functions accessible and manageable from the operator position throughout the turning cycle, reducing on-site labour requirements and enabling profitable operation at smaller team sizes across both contract and farm-based composting programmes.

Full Description

The EYS-50 Self-Propelled Turner is a high-capacity crawler-track windrow turning machine purpose-engineered to deliver robust, efficient process performance across the most demanding organic material management applications in composting, soil remediation and digestate processing. Powered by a Deutz TCD 7.8 L6 six-cylinder diesel engine at 250 kW and Tier 4 Final emission class — with an alternative configuration at 260 kW and 350 hp — the EYS-50 processes windrows up to 5 x 2.15 m in cross-section at throughputs of up to 4,000 m³/h, making it one of the highest-capacity mobile turning machines available for professional composting operations.

The 1,200 mm diameter turning drum operates across a continuous variable speed range from 0 to 210 rpm, enabling the operator to match drum turning intensity precisely to the material being processed. High-moisture sewage sludge and compacted manure composting rows benefit from lower-speed, high-torque turning that fully breaks the windrow and exposes fresh material to aeration; dry green waste and pre-composted organic material can be turned at higher speeds to maximise throughput across large-volume pad areas. This variable-speed control gives the operator a single machine capable of handling all six verified composting and remediation input types — from soil bioremediation and contaminated ground treatment through to high-quality finished compost production for horticulture, landscaping and agricultural land improvement.

Crawler track drive is a deliberate design choice for the EYS-50. Wheeled turners lose traction and consistent speed on the wet, compacted and irregular surfaces typical of outdoor composting pads and remediation sites — particularly after rain or during wet season operations. The EYS-50’s crawler tracks maintain stable contact and consistent propulsion across all surface conditions, ensuring the drum engagement depth and travel speed remain consistent throughout the turning pass regardless of surface variation. Travel speed is adjustable from 10 to 57 m/min, giving operators the control to balance throughput rate against turning quality for any combination of material and windrow dimensions.

The EYS-50 is positioned as a multi-process platform. Beyond primary windrow turning and aeration, the machine system supports shredding, mixing and separation functions, enabling operators to expand into adjacent applications or optimise existing processing steps without additional equipment investment. The expandable options platform allows the machine to be configured with additional equipment to match specific application requirements — a commercially important capability for both on-farm and contract composting operators who may handle different material streams across different sites throughout the year.

At approximately 16.5 t in operating configuration, the EYS-50 transports in a 5,500 x 2,900 x 3,300 mm envelope, enabling standard low-loader transport between sites without an oversized load permit. Single-operator design keeps on-site labour requirements to a minimum across extended turning sessions. The machine integrates directly into ENVIROXX composting and organics recycling system configurations as the primary windrow turning and aeration unit in complete compost production plant setups.

Technical Details

Engine Deutz TCD 7.8 L6, six-cylinder diesel
Power output 250 kW / 335 hp, or 260 kW / 350 hp
Emission class Tier 4 Final / Stage IV
Drum diameter 1,200 mm
Drum speed 0 to 210 rpm (variable)
Windrow width 5,000 mm
Maximum windrow height 2,300 mm
Speed range 10 to 57 m/min
Drive system Self-propelled crawler track
Throughput (material dependent) Up to 4,000 m³/h
Working dimensions (W x L x H) 5,600 x 4,150 x 4,200 mm + 380 mm
Transport dimensions (W x L x H) 5,500 x 2,900 x 3,300 mm + 380 mm
Operating weight ~16.5 t
Applications Soil Remediation, Sewage Sludge Composting, Green Waste Composting, Organic Waste Composting, Manure Composting, Digestate Composting
Throughput note: All throughput figures are material dependent. Actual capacity varies with material moisture content, bulk density, windrow size and travel speed selection. EYS reserves the right to make technical changes without notice.

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Certifications

ISO Certified Engine certified to Tier 4 Final / Stage IV emission standards; manufactured by EYS under ISO-certified quality management with over 25 years of specialist agricultural and environmental engineering production experience.

Warranty

Manufacturer Warranty Standard manufacturer warranty of 12 months on all mechanical, engine, drum and structural components, subject to correct application, scheduled service maintenance and approved operating material conditions.
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