Vegetable Soil Separator Machine

The Haith Star Soil Separator removes loose soil, clods, stones and other debris from crops post harvest.

Crop is presented to the rotating stars which can be either fixed or variable speed. As the produce travels over, the star fingers gently remove any soil and debris from the line of flow.

With operating widths up to 2400mm and a maximum of 12 rows of polyurethane stars, the cleaner can be specified to suit individual conditions for a wide range of crops including parsnips. carrots, swede, celeriac and potatoes.

The unit can be inserted into an existing system or as part of a new line.

Star roller configurations from 2 - 12 rows

Operating widths from 600mm to 2400mm

Fixed or variable speed

Vegetable Star Soil Separator

Product Features

Standard features

Fixed speed shaft mounted drives

Heavy duty shafts with multi finger stars

Optional features

Adjustable gap (+/- 40mm)

Variable speed shaft mounted drives

Stainless or mild steel construction

Our story began when Geoff Haith, at just 18 years old, started carrying out repairs for local farmers. Through this work, he recognised a need for more efficient, mechanised solutions for washing and grading root vegetables. Combining his engineering expertise with a strong farming background, Geoff went on to design and manufacture innovative machinery for handling carrots, potatoes, and beetroot.

Until recently, the business was led by Geoff’s five sons and daughter, supported by a talented and forward-thinking management team dedicated to ensuring the company’s continued success. Today, Haith employs over 120 people at our UK factory and works with a network of agents worldwide, promoting the Haith brand globally and delivering high-quality installations and satisfied customers across the world.

Over the years, Haith has continued to grow in both size and capability, relocating three times to accommodate expanding operations. This growth has culminated in our current ultra-modern, wholly owned facility in South Yorkshire, featuring approximately 6,000 m² of production space on a six-acre site. The factory is equipped with the latest CNC laser, waterjet, and bending technology, enabling us to maintain the highest standards of precision and quality.

Haith has received numerous awards for machine design and innovation. We are especially proud to have been honoured twice with the UK’s highest business accolade, The Queen’s Award for Enterprise, both in the Innovation category. As the only company in our field to hold this prestigious award, our commitment to continuous innovation and development—helping to keep the UK vegetable industry at the forefront of technology—has been clearly recognised.