The LEO Diamond auger is engineered to revolutionize how roughage moves through the cutting zone. With a square cutting design and precisely placed knives, bales and long roughage are driven downward into a high-pressure zone. This targeted pressure triggers efficient knife action, boosting processing speed while reducing both fuel use and mix time. On twin-auger machines, the pressure zone between the two augers enhances cutting from both sides for even more efficient throughput. [IMAGE_HERE]\n\nKnife Placement Is Critical\nKnife position must match the ration being processed for optimal results. Here’s a quick guide to the recommended top-two-spot knife sizing and orientation:\n\n- Pre-chopped roughage:\n – Auger: Large 2-piece knife on top in the IN Position\n – Contra/Side Knives: IN Position\n\n- Round bales / Napier / Alfalfa (if your baler has built-in knives):\n – Auger: Small knife on top and Large 2-Piece knife in the IN Position in the next lower flex spot\n – Contra/Side Knives: Start in OUT Position and move to IN Position after 5 minutes\n\n- Round bales / Napier / Alfalfa (No cutting knives in baler):\n – Auger: Small knife on top and small knife in the next lower flex spot\n – Contra/Side Knives: Start in OUT Position and move to IN Position after 10 minutes\n\n- High-density silage (little roughage):\n – Auger: Large knife on top\n\nLEO ships every machine with a standard “catch-all” layout optimized for the most common roughage and round-bale rations. The top knife positions are designed to accept multiple knife types so operators can fine-tune as they gain experience. The 2-piece knife blades themselves can also be adjusted in or out on the auger for optimum processing.\n\nKey Operating Principles\n- The faster roughage reaches the middle and bottom high-pressure zones, the faster it processes.\n- More knives does not mean better cutting.\n- Round bales need space to drop into the cutting zone — they should not bob on top of the knives.\n- The core of the bale must transfer into the pressure spot for the fastest results.\n- A large knife in the top position can work with high-density silage mixes, but may cause spilling when processing whole round bales.\n\nThe LEO Diamond auger is intentionally flexible. Start with the standard configuration, then adjust knife layouts to match your specific rations for maximum efficiency. This adaptability makes it a strong fit for a variety of feeding setups, including Mini Mixers, Mini Spreaders, Small feed mixer operations, small manure spreaders, vertical feed mixers, and broader TMR mixer systems. Whether you’re chasing throughput or precision, the Diamond’s design supports smarter, faster processing while keeping fuel use in check.\n\nFor producers exploring equipment versatility, remember: the right knife layout is the difference between consistent cut quality and inconsistent feed texture. Begin with the standard configuration, monitor bale behavior and pressure-zone performance, and iteratively refine knife positions to dial in your ideal mix. With the LEO Diamond, you gain a responsive tool that scales with your needs across different ration types and bale sizes.\n\nKeywords: Mini Mixers, Mini Spreaders, Small feed mixer, small manure spreader, vertical feed mixer, TMR mixer, Manure Spreader, Side spreader, side discharge spreader, rear discharge spreader.
