Happy Valley Ranch American Harvester Cider Press & Grinder
A larger apple harvest is easier to manage when grinding and pressing can happen at separate stations. The American Harvester uses two tubs so one batch can be prepared while another is pressed. Its hand-operated layout suits orchard owners and homesteaders who want a durable, repairable press without depending on a motor for the basic process.
Choose the right setup for your harvest
Choose this double-tub layout when keeping a batch moving matters more than minimizing the equipment footprint. Grinding and pressing are separate operations: the grinder prepares pulp, and the screw applies the pressure. Juice output depends on fruit condition, preparation and technique; a fixed gallons-per-hour output is not promised.
Specifications that matter
| Layout | Two-tub cider press and grinder |
|---|---|
| Frame | Laminated hard maple; notched and cross-bolted joints |
| Grinding drum | Hard maple with inset stainless-steel teeth; factory-coated drum |
| Press screw | 1 1/2-inch Acme-threaded screw |
| Flywheel | 18 lb cast iron |
| Tubs | Two hardwood tubs; each 12 inches high × 13 1/2 inches diameter |
| Juice racks | Two included |
| Standard finish | Unfinished press wood |
What is included
- American Harvester press and Apple Eater grinder
- Two tubs and two juice racks
Before your first batch
The standard setup is hand-operated. Motor kit, wheel kit, pressing bags, lubricant and finishing supplies are separate unless explicitly selected or included in a different kit. The grinding drum is hard maple with inset stainless-steel teeth.
Warranty
Covered by Happy Valley Ranch’s two-year manufacturer warranty. Manufacturer terms govern coverage and exclusions.
Clean the press after use and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Freshly pressed juice is unpasteurized; use appropriate food-handling practices for your intended storage or fermentation process.
Choose your wood finish
Standard unfinished wood is the base configuration. The optional factory finish adds $450: Happy Valley Ranch applies two coats of EZ-DO and hand-sands the press before shipment. This is a service performed on a new press, not a separate can of coating. Allow additional preparation time for the finished configuration.
Shipping
Free standard shipping to the contiguous United States. Ships directly from the supplier. Supplier processing is usually 3–5 business days; assembly, finishing and peak-season demand can extend preparation time. Alaska, Hawaii and territories are not included in this shipping offer.