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25 Farmers Digital Solutions 1-866-668-5565 • www.todaypublicationsfd.net April 2024 Livestock & Dairy Edition We Are Showcasing New Tech and The Benefits To Farmers 02 Feb 2024 Drone Sprayers In the ever-evolving landscape of agriculture, technology continues to play a pivotal role in transforming traditional practices. Among the latest innovations, drone sprayers have emerged as a groundbreaking solution, revolutionizing the way crops are managed and treated. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) equipped with precision spraying systems offer unparalleled efficiency, accuracy, and sustainability, marking a significant leap forward in modern agriculture. Revolutionizing Agriculture: The Rise of Drone Sprayers The first page of our spread delves into the concept of precision agriculture, showcasing the ways in which drone sprayers have elevated farming practices. Traditional methods of crop spraying involve broad and sometimes wasteful applications of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. Enter drone sprayers, equipped with advanced sensors, GPS technology, and precise spraying mechanisms, ensuring that every drop reaches its intended target. Unleashing Precision Agriculture •Reduced chemical runoff and minimized impact on non-target areas. •Minimizing environmental harm, While Optimizing Resources. POSITIVE IMPACT DRONES • Explore the intricate technology behind drone sprayers, such as advanced sensors and imaging systems that enable real-time data collection. • Highlight the role of GPS technology in creating accurate maps, allowing for targeted and customized spraying based on specific crop needs. Precision Spraying Technology Is Beneficial
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April 2024 Livestock & Dairy Edition developer of HUG Hydronics. “However, the act of setting up a traditional hydronic system would often take two days to complete and the craftsmen who could do it are slowly retiring out of the business.” “We decided that luxury was something everybody should have,” said Hunt. To meet the demand, the team at HUG decided that simplicity was a priority. “We made our system so it can use any type of boiler, run in a zero-pressure environment, and, on top of that, made it so easy to install, anyone can put it together in about an hour,” said Hunt. Traditional hydronic system requires many complicated parts, including control & mixing valves, copper piping, pressure tanks, manifolds, bubble removers, and must be run under a pressurized system. Not only do they have all those requirements, they must be installed by a trained professional. The HUG Hydronics system takes all of those barriers and does away with them. “Once the boiler’s been installed, anyone can set up the HUG Hydronics system,” assured Hunt. Instead of the complicated traditional system that has been unchanged for decades, the HUG Hydronics system relies on submersible pumps laid into a tank of water. These pumps are directly connected to the PEX pipes that have been laid in the floor. These pumps circulate the heated fluid through the floor and are very easy to connect. “The second I saw it, I knew it was going to work wonderfully,” said Minnesota contractor Neal Lesmeister, of Weathershield Homes. “I’ve already recommended it to other contractors.” Contractors have picked up on the hydronics trend by incorporating HUG Hydronics into their build schedule. Instead of having to wait on the limited number of hydronics installers, they have been able to install the system within their own team, adding to their profit margins and slimming down their wait times. “While it has benefits for professional users, the real utility of HUG Hydronics shines when a homeowner can simply read the instruction page and have our system installed by themselves,” shared Hunt. “We’re really proud of how effectively simple it is.” HUG Hydronics is available to purchase online at www.hughydronics.com Hunt Utilities Group is an engineering design corporation based in Pine River, MN. HUG is dedicated to promoting resilient living through proven engineering design and research. HUG’s goal is to develop resilient housing and home products that are renewable minded and balance with the environment. To learn more about HUG Hydronics, please visit www.hughydronics.com www.hughydronics.com
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37 Farmers Digital Solutions 1-866-668-5565 • www.todaypublicationsfd.net April 2024 Livestock & Dairy Edition BEST VALUE AUTO SPRAYER BOOM HEIGHT CONTROL Better spray job, less drift, less chance of damage, easier on the operator. Greentronics, based in Elmira, ON, manufactures an excellent automatic sprayer boom height controller. The company takes great pride in offering high quality and excellent service with the best pricing in the industry. HOW DOES IT WORK? The Greentronics RiteHeight® system uses two to eight ultrasonic sensors to measure distance from sprayer boom to target. With simple electrical connections to the solenoid valves it raises and lowers booms as needed. WHAT COMES IN A KIT? There are just four main components: 1) Console with display, keypad and RAM mount; 2) Junction Box; 3) Sensors (2 to 8); and 4) Cables. Users find it very straightforward to install and set-up. In fact, more than 75% of end-users self-install RiteHeight®. WILL IT WORK ON MY SPRAYER? RiteHeight® works on any type of sprayer. It works with all common hydraulic designs and does not require additional hydraulics. Each kit includes extra harnesses for situations where the sprayers’ hydraulics include master and/or directional control valves. HOW DO I USE IT? After installation, use TEST to check connections. Then run the auto SELF CALIBRATION step. In the field, set target height and choose operating mode: Bare Ground, Partial Canopy, or Full Canopy. The system is simple to over-ride and continuously monitors for operator input. Headland Mode allows for quick & safe turns. ANY OPTIONS? You can choose how many sensors you want. We offer 2- to 8-sensor systems. ISOBUS compatibility is optionally available for greater convenience and to reduce cab clutter. CAN I UPGRADE MY OLDER SYSTEM? Yes, you can. Customer input has driven many improvements over the years and operators with older systems are advised to contact Greentronics about upgrade options. WHO IS GREENTRONICS? Yes, you can. Customer input has driven many improvements over the years and operators with older systems are advised to contact Greentronics about upgrade options. www.greentronics.com Email: [email protected] Tel: 519-669-4698
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