22/01/2025

Staheli & Arcusin: Revolution from the field

Our MultiPack bale accumulator brings together two agricultural “game changers.”

Sometimes, the ideas that transform entire industries emerge from the most unexpected places. This is the case of Dave Staheli, a hay farmer and producer from Cedar City, Utah (USA), who in the 1990s observed something as simple as steam in a taco restaurant and turned it into the seed of an agricultural revolution. That same innovative mindset led him to integrate Arcusin’s MultiPack E14 baler into his operations, marking a new milestone in his story. How do these two paths intersect? Let us tell you.

Goodbye to Climate Restrictions

For hay producers, weather has always been a critical factor. Successfully baling hay required very specific conditions: an optimal level of moisture to ensure the product’s quality and nutritional value. Traditionally, this balance depended on natural dew, which appeared at dawn or dusk. However, in dry seasons, the lack of humidity made the task difficult, leaving farmers in a state of uncertainty.

It was during one of those dry summers in Utah that Dave Staheli, facing this challenge, decided to find a solution. Inspired by something as ordinary as the steam used to soften tortillas in a local restaurant, Dave had a spark of genius: what if steam could restore the moisture hay needed for baling?

What began as a simple observation turned into a disruptive innovation. After years of experimentation, Staheli developed DewPoint machines, revolutionary equipment capable of applying steam to hay during the baling process. This breakthrough freed farmers from depending on the weather, marking a turning point in the industry.

Today, Staheli West, the company founded by Dave, leads this change in the United States, and DewPoint machines are a true game-changer in hay production.

The MultiPack E14: The Perfect Complement

Dave Staheli’s innovative spirit found a natural ally in Arcusin and our MultiPack E14 baler. This machine, designed to work with both two-string and three-string bales, has significantly expanded the logistical possibilities for Staheli West.

“The simplicity of the MultiPack is incredible, and its versatility to handle different types of bales makes it an indispensable tool,” Dave comments. “It has allowed us to bring our hay to markets we couldn’t reach before.” This statement reflects not only the practical impact of the MultiPack but also the shared vision between the two companies: to create solutions that solve real challenges in the field.

Staheli West and Arcusin: United by the Same Mission

Beyond the machines, Dave Staheli highlights the parallel between his philosophy and Arcusin’s. Both companies were born in the field, facing the daily problems of farmers and transforming them into opportunities to innovate. “The best ideas come from those who are in the field, directly tackling the challenges,” Dave asserts with conviction.

This connection is the driving force behind collaborations like that of Staheli West and Arcusin, demonstrating that modern agriculture needs practical, sustainable solutions inspired by those who know the craft best: the farmers themselves.

Want to know more about how the MultiPack E14 is making a difference for producers like Dave Staheli? Watch his testimonial video here.

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