When South African farmers talk about Valtra tractors and equipment, there is always a chorus of appreciation – not only for the tractors’ performance, but also for the exceptional service that ensures their reliability. At the heart of this service is Valtrac, which not only supplies tractors and other implements, but ensure their sustainability and performance through top quality service and maintenance.
Valtra’s legendary endurance on the farm
Take for example the Valtra N111 from Rosaly vegetable farming near Tarlton. This tractor has been working since 2007, and already has more than 28 500 hours on the clock. Every day this workhorse stands ready to do its part on the farm. It is not only the impressive number of hours that the tractor has run smoothly, but also the immeasurable value that Valtra’s design and reliability offer. The quality that Valtrac delivers to its customers is clearly visible in the performance of this tractor, which still has not lost its ability after all these hours.
Robért Venema of Rosaly Boerdery, a loyal Valtra customer for more than twenty years, says: “We started with one Valtra and now have eighteen in our fleet. Valtrac’s service is excellent, and we already feel like part of the family. This Valtra has more than 28 500 hours on the clock, and its maintenance costs have been minimal. This is the quality we are looking for on our farm.”
Expert service for reliable performance
For Valtra tractors and their owners, it is not just the tractors that are important – the service provided to them is of equal value. Valtrac’s technicians bring a mix of expertise and dedication to every service. Whether it is a basic maintenance service or complicated electronic diagnostics, Valtrac ensures that Valtra tractors always stay one hundred percent on track.
“Being a successful tractor mechanic requires more than just manual labour,” says Jaco van den Berg, workshop manager of Valtrac. “You must also have electronic skills to maintain the reliability that Valtra promises.”
At Rosaly vegetable farm, the two technicians, Gert Pretorius and Ruan van Wyk, had the privilege of providing this 2007 veteran with 28 500 working hours behind the plate.
A day in the life of a Valtrac technician
Every day at Valtrac is full of challenges with technicians moving between routine maintenance and more complicated repairs. Ruan van Wyk (23), a dedicated technician, says: “Valtra’s engines are simply the best. Few problems, big power – that is what I like about Valtra.”
It is this dedication that motivates Valtrac’s technicians to make a difference on the farm and ensure the reliability of the tractors they serve.
Gert Pretorius (22) sees every day as an adventure. “We work in places you would never think you would visit,” says Gert. Each working day brings new challenges, but the fulfilment they get from the job is what makes each day special. Valtrac’s technicians’ work goes beyond just the actions they perform – it is the love they bring to the job that makes the difference.
The 500-hour service – a key to longevity
The Valtra N111 on Rosaly farm is not only a symbol of durability, but also of the importance of planning and regular maintenance. The tractor recently received its 500-hour service, which is a fundamental part of its continued reliability. This service ensures that the tractor remains in top condition and can continue to perform the work.
“Every 500-hour service is a chance to keep the tractor in good condition,” says Ruan. These planned services enable the longevity of Valtra tractors, while helping to keep costs down.
The Valtrac apprentice programme: A chance for youth
Valtrac’s success is not only the results of the work done today, but also of the investment made in the future. The Valtrac apprentice program is a unique chance for young people to be trained as technicians in the agricultural industry. “Our training program offers the chance to acquire not only the technical knowledge, but also the craftsmanship needed to build a successful career in this industry,” explains Jaco van den Berg. The programme, which has been in existence for more than twenty years, has already produced many talented technicians who strengthen the agricultural industry in South Africa.
The future of Valtra’s technical excellence
Valtrac remains committed to the long-term support of Valtra tractors, whether they are old or new. The future of the company and the Valtra brand is clear – it is a collaboration based on technical excellence and uninterrupted service. Jaco van den Berg says it clearly: “Valtrac is not just a workplace, it is a family that ensures that every technician has the knowledge, skills and passion to make a difference.”
Join the Valtrac legend
The road is open for those who want to continue building the future of the agricultural industry. Send your short CV to join Valtrac as an apprentice technician (hr@valtrac.co.za) or visit www.valtrac.co.za for more information. Maybe you are the next legend ready to make a difference and keep tractors running on farms across South Africa.
