For years, the Almerian market had been dominated by plate seeders, often semi-automatic and manually operated by the worker. Although effective for handling different seed varieties in small quantities, these machines limited the sector, making it difficult to introduce innovative solutions. Atlantic Man. decided to challenge the status quo by introducing drum seeders which, initially met with skepticism, have proven to be a true revolution in productivity and efficiency.
Overcoming the First Challenges
The drum seeders initially faced understandable resistance. Previous experiences had been negative due to a lack of needs analysis and staff training. In addition, many operators feared operating issues with larger seeds, while plate machines allowed manual control of double and missing seeds. To achieve real results, Atlantic Man. understood from the very beginning that more than just a machine was needed: it was essential to support customers with training, technical assistance, and continuous consultancy.
Our Approach
We have developed a comprehensive method: optimizing the machine for every type of seed and container, implementing custom sets of bars and combs to reduce doubles or misses, and providing targeted operator training. Thanks to this approach, the first customers learned how to fully harness the potential of the drum seeder. Although some past experiences had been less than satisfactory, today several major companies in the Almerian market have achieved excellent results, proving the effectiveness of the system.
Achieved Results
Today, drum seeders are a well-established reality in the Almerian market. Companies that have adopted them have more than doubled productivity compared to plate machines, while maintaining high quality and precision in seeding. The constant support from Atlantic Man. has enabled operators to successfully tackle the complexities of seed management, consolidating the company's role as a reference point for technological innovation in the sector.
Atlantic Man. has not only introduced advanced technology, but has also guided the entire market toward new standards of productivity and precision. Thanks to patience, training, and innovation, drum seeders today represent a modern and efficient solution, delivering performance up to twice that of traditional systems.
