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Debearder / Rethrasher: Enhancing Grain and Seed Quality

The Debearder, also known as a Rethrasher, is a versatile and essential machine for a wide range of grain and seed processing needs. Its robust design and advanced functionality make it ideal for improving product flowability, enhancing test weight, and preparing commodities for specific markets.

Examples of Use

  • Removal of Barley Beards: Clean and prepare barley for seeding.

  • Dehulling Products: Efficiently removes hulls from some commodities.

  • Improve Test Weight: Enhance the density and quality of processed grains.

  • Clipping Oats: Prepare oats for the horse oat market with precision.

  • Remove White Caps from Seed Wheat: Improve wheat seed quality and consistency.

  • Polish Grains: Achieve a polished finish on grains, oats, and wheat.

  • Native Seeds and Grasses: Useful for preparing delicate native seeds and grasses.

  • Improves Flowability: Ensures smoother handling and processing of commodities.

  • Enhances Test Weight: Delivers superior product quality.

  • Breaks Up Hard-to-Thrash Commodities: Effectively processes challenging grains and seeds.

Debearder / Rethrasher
Debearder / Rethrasher

Specifications

  • HP Requirements: 7 1/2 – 20 HP.

  • Capacity: Ranges from 300-800+ bushels per hour. 

  • Blades: Hardened Blades. 

  • Drum Size: 18” diameter x 48” length. 1/4″ Thick Drum. 

  • Access and Cleanout: Top and bottom hinged door access to work on and clean out machine. 

  • Optional Feature: Aspirator for enhanced cleaning efficiency.

Debearder / Rethrasher
Double Debearder
Double Debearder

The Barley Debearder, also known as a rethrasher, is a heavy-duty machine designed to improve post-harvest quality by removing, polishing, or loosening unwanted outer layers or awns. It plays a critical role in seed cleaning systems, especially for small grains and specialty commodities that are tough to thresh or prepare for seeding.

What It’s Built For

This machine is frequently used to:

  • Remove beards from barley for cleaner seed and better planting performance

  • Dehull or loosen hulls from hard-to-process grains

  • Clip oats for horse feed or seed prep

  • Polish grains, oats, and wheat for a clean finish

  • Break up clumps in native grasses or hard-to-thrash crops

  • Improve flowability and test weight in bulk commodity handling

  • Remove white caps from seed wheat to enhance grading and appearance

Machine Specs & Feature

  • Horsepower Range:10 – 20 HP
  • Drum: 18″ diameter x 48″ length, ¼″ thick steel
  • Blades: Hardened for long service life
  • Throughput: Typically 300–800+ bushels per hour
  • Access Panels: Hinged top and bottom doors for quick cleanout
  • Optional Aspirator: For integrated cleaning with air separation

Used By:

  • Seed plants preparing barley or wheat for resale

  • Food-grade grain processors needing polish and consistency

  • Native seed harvesters handling fluffy or clingy materials

  • Grain facilities needing to clean and condition oats, wheat, rye, and more

Why it Matters

A debearder improves your final product quality and makes downstream handling more efficient. For many operations it’s a key piece in turning a rough product into a market-ready one.

➡️ Contact us to discuss sizing, integrations, or how to add a debearder into your cleaning system.