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Effluent Storage

It goes without saying that effluent storage is critical & requires careful planning and design.

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P & Duncan Farm Machinery Archives

Historic Sale brochures from P D Duncan unearthed from the Plucks Archives that will trigger some memorys for a lot of farmers in Mid Canterbury and beyond.

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“Data-Driven Validation for Real-World Impact”

Scientific Research and Data for Credibility. At Plucks, we understand the importance of substantiating our claims with robust scientific research and data. In an industry where reliability and integrity are paramount, we strive to ensure that credible evidence backs our products. Commitment to Research. Our commitment begins with a thorough review of the latest scientific…

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“Neil Plucks reflection on a moment of history”

The photo above captures a moment in the history of Pluck’s Engineering, showcasing the original workshop in Rakaia with my father, Graham Pluck, in the background, and myself, Neil Pluck (on the back of the roller) along with my younger brother in the foreground. Myself, Neil Pluck (and my wife Lynley) are now the current owners of Pluck’s Engineering.

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Another photograph from 1917 shows the original engineering workshop in Rakaia

The photograph from 1917 shows the original workshop of Engineering in Rakaia. The building, made of corrugated iron, has a simple design typical of the early 1900s.

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Early 1917 Photo Found in the Archives at Plucks Engineering

Bill Lee Tod Penney Joe England & (?) Macdonald, taken in 1917.

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Found! The first Plucks roller made in 1967, still going strong in Ashburton

We finally found the first roller ever made by Plucks Engineering, situated at Lovett’s farm, Ashburton, in November 2023.

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Plucks Engineering: A Lifesaving Partnership with Westpac Rescue Helicopter

Plucks Engineering goes beyond business; we’re dedicated contributors to our community’s well-being. Excited to share our partnership as Business Supporters of Westpac Rescue Helicopter; this collaboration reflects our values and commitment to positive impact. In our blog, discover how our support is a lifeline, assisting the Westpac Rescue Helicopter team’s 24/7 lifesaving mission.

The First Plucks roller made in 1967, still going strong in Ashburton

“Reliable 24-7 Solutions by Bonfiglioli for Plucks Engineering”

Plucks values their partnership with Bonfiglioli for ongoing technical support and offers a two-year warranty on their products

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“Meeting the Growing Demand for Dairy Farming Equipment”

In the below Video May 2014 interview, Neil Pluck reflects on the evolution of his business (Plucks Engineering) and the rapid changes occurring in the Mid-Canterbury region.

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“A plucky solution for ponds” by Farmers Weekly

An article written by Farmers Weekly in 2014 talking to Neil Pluck about Electricity shortage at that time and how that changed Plucks R & D.

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