Novafrut Trampolín system: discharge, durability and less maintenance

Novafrut’s Trampolín system is not a flat net: it is two nets joined in the middle of the alley by a continuous zigzag elastic, forming a “V” between the rows. Hail slides to the centre of the “V” and drops to the ground, and the alley stays clear for machinery. It is the opposite of the Capilla forzada, where the net forms an inverted “V”, like a pitched roof.

For years, systems with horizontal elastics have been the standard for protecting crops against hail. But over time they have shown their limits: more maintenance, poorer discharge, and parts that degrade quickly. In response, the Novafrut Trampolín system represents a leap forward. Developed from the experience of hundreds of installations and years of continuous improvement, the Trampolín is today the most efficient solution on the market for discharging hail, minimising maintenance and optimising long-term costs.

What exactly is the Trampolín system?

It consists of two nets joined by a continuous zig-zag elastic, creating a gentle “V” in the centre of the alley. The hail hits, slides towards the centre and is discharged smoothly to the ground. The alley is left completely clear, with no obstacles for machinery and no intermediate hangers. This design — refined by Novafrut's technical team — is a direct evolution of the old systems with side elastics, which required more parts, more adjustments and more replacements. *Novafrut Trampolín system (with zig-zag elastic) Advantages that make the difference 1. The best hail discharge on the market Thanks to its central “V” design, hail is discharged naturally and quickly. ✅ No pockets

• No pooling
• No risk of build-up that could damage the net

2. The elastic is not replaced during the service life

Unlike the traditional system with individual elastics, the Novafrut Trampolín:

• Does not require the elastic to be replaced every 6–7 years
• Does not suffer localised tension
• Behaves uniformly throughout the whole installation

3. Faster to fold thanks to Winterfix The Trampolín system is fully compatible with Winterfix, our solution for opening and closing the net from the ground with a pole. When it is folded, the elastic is gathered inside the net, with no need to dismantle or remove components. ➡️ This reduces folding time by 10–15% per season and avoids the use of platforms.

4. Maximum structural durability

• Triple-galvanised steel cables
• Well-distributed longitudinal and transverse tension
• Knots finished at the top (not on the end tensioners)
• Two half-nets per alley, with extra reinforcement and less wear

This system compensates for the natural elongation of polyethylene and maintains the original tension for more years.

A Novafrut innovation, more often imitated than equalled

The Trampolín system is not a generic standard. It is the result of years of work by the Novafrut team on farms in Lleida, Girona, Aragón, Navarra and France. We have fine-tuned every detail to offer a solution that reduces maintenance, improves discharge and simplifies farm work.

Would you like to see how it works in a real field?

Watch the Trampolín system installation video, click here