MARMAC Coir and Rockwool Growing Bag Processing Machine
Marshall Machinery introduces COIR-RX and ROCK-RX—Australia’s only purpose built end-to-end substrate processing systems designed for faster, more cost-effective, and environmentally responsible operation.
Developed through years of research and industry collaboration, COIR-RX and ROCK-RX help specialist growers save time, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact.
These machines are made to order. Get in contact today if you are interested to find out more information about these inovative machines.
The Problem
Across Australia, growers dispose of millions of plastic coir bags every year. If there is $1 per bag budgeted for disposal, the financial burden adds up quickly. For you, this cost may have led to large-scale stockpiling, creating serious environmental and logistical challenges.
The Solution – Coir RX & Rock RX
Marshall Machinery has developed an end-to-end substrate processing system that enables:
- Mechanical separation of substrate (coir or rockwool) from plastic
- Recycling of clean substrate for use on-farm or for resale
- Compaction of plastic waste for easier disposal
- Operational safety, efficiency, and labour savings
We’ve also released the Rock RX – a dedicated system for processing rockwool substrate, offering the same economic and environmental benefits to growers using alternative growing mediums.
Key Features:
· Mechanical Plastic Removal & Compaction: Efficiently strips and compacts plastic into long disposal bags while separating organic material.
· Improved Separation System: Delivers a cleaner organic output, ideal for reuse or composting.
· Adjustable Bag Width: Allows easy mechanical adjustment to suit various bag sizes and planting styles.
· High-Capacity Hydraulics: Equipped with a 180L hydraulic oil reservoir.
· Updated Blade Technology:
o 600mm Nil Plastic Fragmenting Blade to reduce contamination.
o Optional Tungsten-Tip Saw Blade for tougher substrate materials.
· Safety First: Includes integrated emergency stop and electrical cut-out system.
· Easy Handling: Fitted with fork slippers for simple relocation via forklift or telehandler.
· Quiet, Reliable Operation: Powered by a 15kW, 3-phase 415V electric motor with soft start. (Use this plus a buffer to calculate generator requirements.)
· Certified Compliance: Compliant with Australian Standard 4024 Part 1601.
Included Option:
· Topping Module – essential for managing staggered planting configurations and uneven bag lengths.