A lot goes into the weeks leading up to the pistachio harvest, and your equipment readiness is one piece you can actually control. The Oxbo WS1000 Shaker and WR2000 Receiver are built for endurance, but every machine that sat through an off-season needs attention before it runs tree-to-tree for 12 hours a day.
Here’s how you should prepare your Oxbo pistachio harvesting equipment for the upcoming season
The first step you should take is to schedule a pre-season inspection with a factory-trained technician at least 4 to 6 weeks before your expected harvest start date. Focus on hydraulic systems, clamp cylinders, shaker head components, and the blower assembly on your receiver. Catching wear items early keeps your operation from going down when there's no time to spare.
A thorough inspection before harvest addresses the systems most likely to cause unplanned downtime. When our technicians service Oxbo equipment at Belkorp Ag, the checklist typically includes:
Book your service appointment 4 to 6 weeks before harvest. That window gives technicians time to complete the inspection, order any parts that need replacing, and return the machine to you with enough lead time for a test run. Waiting until two weeks out risks delays if a part is on backorder or a repair takes longer than expected.
Belkorp Ag's parts infrastructure covers all eight Central Valley locations, with high in-region availability and same-day delivery across most of our service area. Common Oxbo wear items stay in stock, so growers are not waiting on out-of-state shipments when harvest is close.
In-season breakdowns happen even on well-maintained machines. Your fastest path back to the orchard is through our technical support line. Text 209-821-1841 any day Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. A factory-trained technician will respond to help you diagnose the issue, identify the part you need, and get a field service visit scheduled if the repair goes beyond what your crew can handle.
| Pre-Season (4–6 weeks out) | In-Season (breakdown) | |
|---|---|---|
| Best action | Schedule full inspection | Text tech support line |
| Contact | Nearest Belkorp Ag location | 209-821-1841 (text) |
| Hours | By appointment | Mon-Fri, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Cost | Standard service rates | No cost for tech support |
Getting your Oxbo shaker and receiver serviced before harvest is the most reliable way to protect your harvest window. Contact your nearest Belkorp Ag location to schedule an appointment, confirm parts availability, or ask about our in-season support options. Find your nearest branch at belkorpag.com/locations.