ARAG FlowTRON and Carbon BEE Integration: Revolutionising Spot Spraying

ARAG FlowTRON and Carbon BEE Integration

In a groundbreaking collaboration, ARAG and Carbon BEE have unveiled the ARAG FlowTRON / Carbon BEE integration, addressing the persistent challenges of spot spraying with unparalleled precision and efficiency. This innovative solution promises to transform agricultural spraying practices, particularly for broad-acre farmers in Australia. Here's how this cutting-edge technology solves spot-spraying problems and delivers exceptional results.

Solving Spot-Spraying Challenges

Spot spraying has long been plagued by two critical issues: under-dosing when switching from side safety to single-spot mode with undersized nozzles, and over-dosing when adjacent nozzles of the correct size engage in single-spot mode. The ARAG FlowTRON system eliminates these problems through its ability to dynamically manage the duty cycle of each nozzle individually. This ensures a consistent application rate per hectare, regardless of operational variables, delivering precise chemical dosing every time. With FlowTRON, spot spraying is now problem-free, reliable, and efficient.

The Technology Behind FlowTRON

At the heart of the FlowTRON system is Pulse Width Modulation (PWM), a sophisticated technology that pulses nozzles on and off 30 times per second (30 Hertz). During each pulse, FlowTRON controls the percentage of time the nozzle is active, known as the Duty Cycle. For example, a 50% Duty Cycle means the nozzle is on for half the pulse duration, while a 70% Duty Cycle indicates it's on for 70% of the time.

This PWM approach allows operators to maintain constant pressure despite speed variations, enabling precise nozzle selection for specific rates per hectare and spray qualities (Medium, Coarse, Very Coarse, Extra Coarse, or Ultra Coarse). This minimises the risk of off-label application and spray drift, ensuring compliance with regulations like those for 2,4-D and protecting neighbouring crops.

A Fully Integrated System

The FlowTRON system is a seamless, in-house designed and manufactured solution from ARAG, encompassing every component from the in-cab display to the nozzles:

• ARAG IBX100 SPRAYER ISOBUS: This advanced in-cab screen provides real-time monitoring and control, offering a user-friendly interface for managing spraying operations. It supports rate management and dynamic turn compensation, ensuring uniform application even during turns.
• Cable Smart Drivers (CSDs): These communicate with the IBX100 and each other, supporting up to four nozzles per unit. They handle processing functions, enhancing system efficiency and precision.
• FlowTRON Solenoid Valves: Featuring a double-ring seal design, these valves deliver high flow rates with minimal power consumption, ensuring precise and accurate chemical delivery.
• ARAG Compact Fan Low Drift (CFLD) Nozzles: Specifically designed for FlowTRON, these nozzles are available in Coarse or Extra Coarse configurations for 2,4-D compliance, with spray angles of 110° for blanket spraying and 80° or 40° for spot spraying. Their low-drift design enhances application accuracy.

Enhanced Usability with Dealer Support

ARAG's Australian OEM's and Dealers, such as Fantastic Nozzles, provide robust support, including a dedicated app to simplify CFLD nozzle selection for broad-acre and spot-spraying applications. This tool is particularly valuable for navigating the complexities of nozzle choice in spot spraying, ensuring farmers achieve optimal results.

Why FlowTRON Stands Out

The ARAG FlowTRON system is more than just smart solenoids—it's a fully integrated, end-to-end solution designed to deliver chemicals with unmatched precision. By addressing the core challenges of spot spraying, it offers farmers confidence in their application process, regardless of operational conditions. While it can't control the weather, FlowTRON ensures every other aspect of spraying is under control.

Conclusion

The ARAG FlowTRON and Carbon BEE integration marks a new era in spot spraying, combining cutting-edge PWM technology with ARAG's in-house expertise in design and manufacturing. For Australian farmers, this means greater efficiency, compliance, and peace of mind. To learn more about how FlowTRON can transform your spraying operations, download the FlowTron app from App Central

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Thanks and regards,

Dave Young

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