The 1,000th Evolution separator has been produced and sold by Lincolnshire manufacturer Scotts Precision Manufacturing.
First launched in 2005, the product was designed to replace some of the outdated systems being used in the root crop industry and minimise damage.
Now in its second generation, the machine uses direct drive motors to offer improved performance and greater reliability.
Its success has been key to the growth of the company, with the factory size doubling in recent years and the team growing to 25 members. Further expansion is currently being planned.
Derek Scott, managing director, said: “This is more than just a number, it’s a moment that makes us pause and look back at the journey. When we launched the Evolution in 2005, we wanted to give growers something that genuinely made their lives easier, their crops cleaner, and their businesses more efficient.
“To see 1,000 machines now out in the world, helping farmers and processors every day, is humbling. None of this would have been possible without the trust of our customers, who put their faith in us, and the dedication of our team here at Scotts, who pour their energy and expertise into every machine we build. I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved together.”
The 1,000th machine has been delivered to a British grower.