CenturionPro HP1 Bucker and Stand — High-Capacity Automated Stem Removal for Serious Growers
Best for: Mid-to-large scale growers processing 200+ plants who need to cut labour costs without cutting corners on speed or quality
Our thoughts
This is proper kit for growers who've hit the ceiling with manual processing. The HP1 does what it says — replaces 5-7 workers, handles wet or dry material without fussing, and plays nicely with CenturionPro trimmers if you're building a full workflow. Not entry-level, but then again, if you're processing hundreds of pounds per day, entry-level won't cut it.
The CenturionPro HP1 bucker and stand is an automated stem-removal machine designed for commercial-scale post-harvest processing. It uses dual rollers to pull stems into the machine and separate plant material continuously, handling up to 175 lbs of wet material per hour (35 lbs dry) — the processing power of 5-7 human workers in one compact unit. Variable speed control lets you process both wet and dry material without changing settings, while the included wheeled stand keeps everything mobile and accessible.
How it compares
The HP1 sits in the mid-market, high-performance segment of destemming equipment.
- Higher throughput than entry-level models like the HP Mini (125 lbs/hr wet) at a fraction of premium prices
- Significantly more affordable than Mother Bucker or Mobius systems, with comparable or better real-world speed
- Works seamlessly with CenturionPro trimmers to build a complete, integrated workflow — something budget alternatives can't match
- Stainless steel and anodised aluminium build ensures longevity without the industrial price tag
Usage guidance
Processing wet material
Feed continuously at variable speeds. The dual-roller system pulls stems cleanly, leaving separated plant material to discharge. No clogging, no babysitting.
Processing dry material
Adjust speed down for lighter, drier stems. Same machine, same quality output — just pace control.
Workflow integration
Pairs naturally with CenturionPro trimmers as part of a full post-harvest line. Process, trim, finish — all on one system.
Daily operation
Runs on a standard 110-volt 15-amp circuit. Variable speed dial, reverse function for jam clearance, and pull strength exceeding 400 lbs means it handles stem sizes up to 3/4" without hesitation.
Technical specifications
- Motor: 0.75 HP gear-driven, variable speed
- Processing capacity: 175 lbs wet / 35 lbs dry per hour
- Stem entry hole sizes: 5 options (3/16", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4")
- Material compatibility: Wet and dry, continuous duty
- Rollers: Neoprene rubber, variable speed operation
- Pull strength: Exceeding 400 lbs
- Construction: Stainless steel and anodised aluminium
- Stand: 4-wheel industrial casters for mobility
- Dimensions: 32.5" L × 37" W × 59" H
- Weight: 198 lbs (90 kg)
- Power: 110-volt, 15-amp circuit (EU/AUS compatible, not GFCI)
- Warranty: 5 years
Who this is for
- Mid-to-large scale indoor and greenhouse growers (200–500+ plants) where manual labour doesn't scale
- Commercial operations processing hundreds of pounds per day and looking to cut staffing costs
- Growers already running or planning to add CenturionPro trimmers — the HP1 completes the ecosystem
- Facilities needing portable, flexible equipment across multiple growing spaces
- Anyone who's tried bucking 300+ plants by hand and decided they'd rather invest in a machine
Our take
This is a sensible piece of kit for growers who've outgrown hand-processing but don't want to spend premium money on prestige brands. It's fast, reliable, plays well with other CenturionPro gear, and does exactly what it should without drama.
If you're at the point where labour is becoming your biggest post-harvest headache, the HP1 is worth picking up while stock lasts. Does the job, day in, day out.
