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Australian
Farmer of the Year
sustainable
professional
innovative
sustainable
professional
2011 Australian Farmer
of the Year Awards,
Sydney, September 2011
K
ondinin Group and ABC Rural
were proud to host the inaugural
Australian Farmer of the Year Awards
during 2010 and are delighted to do it all
again during 2011!
The Australian Farmer of the Year Awards
celebrate the highly professional, innovative
and sustainable approach of our farmers,
showcasing their passion and raising the
profile of the important role they play in
Australia.
The Awards are designed to promote
a positive image of Australian farmers,
inspire and encourage career choices and
investment
interest
in
Australian
agriculture.
2011 Australian Farmer of the Year Awards
will again be a premier event on the
Australian agricultural calendar.
Kondinin Group encourages all members
to nominate themselves or someone they
know for an Award.
Nominations are set to open
soon — watch this space for
more information or visit
Catch us at FarmFest
The Group will be travelling to regional
Queensland early next month for the
FarmFest field days in Toowoomba, June 7–9.
The Kondinin Group membership team
invite all members from the area to visit
us in the Pavilion — chat to Kondinin Group
researchers about upcoming testing, order your copy of the latest release, Field Crop Herbicide Guide 8 and check out
the new Kondinin Group website.
The Workboot Series adds
another accolade
K
ondinin Group is delighted to
announce The Story of Wool has
been recognised by the Children’s
Book Council of Australia, as a 2010
Notable Book for the Eve Pownall Award
for Information Books.
The Story of Wool is the latest release in
The Workboot Series collection, and is a
much anticipated update of the original
book which first launched The Series
more than decade ago. The Story of Wool
joins other award-winning titles
including The Story of Chicken and The
Story of Eggs.
SA farmers flock to succession
planning workshops
K
ondinin Group members from
Jamestown, Wudinna, Cummins and
surrounding areas took advantage of
the recent round of free Your family, Your
farm, Your future succession planning
workshops hosted by Kondinin Group
and supported by the Rural Financial
Counselling Service South Australia
(RFCSSA) and Primary Industries and
Resources South Australia (PIRSA).
The introductory succession planning
workshops focus on succession planning
and what you and your family need to know
to maintain control of your farm and family’s
future.
RFCSSA General Manager Kay Matthias
said it is fantastic to see farming families
using the opportunity to plan for their
farming future.
“Succession planning can be a difficult
process but with professional guidance and
an open approach it can also be very
successful for all involved.”
Succession
planning
co-presenter,
Kondinin Group’s Debra Beerworth said
handing over a business to the next
generation was often a challenging process,
but remained a top priority for many rural
families.
“Australia’s farmers manage significant
assets which are the result of hard work,
planning and commitment often over more
than one generation.”
“Negotiating
the
succession
of
management responsibilities and assets
from one generation to the next is ongoing,
but it is best not to ignore the benefits that
can flow from a well-planned succession
strategy.”
Scheduled 2011 workshops
• Kingscote, Kangaroo Island — Monday, June 20, 2011
• Struan — Wednesday, June 22, 2011
• Keith — Thursday, June 23, 2011
Not in South Australia but would like to attend?
Register your interest today with Kondinin Group on 1800 677 761.
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Trailing booms
pack a punch
Engineers tyre-kick: Kondinin
Group engineers, Josh Giumelli
and Ben White, with Group
researcher, Chris Warrick,
evaluate recent improvements
to trailing boomsprays.
Photos: Ben White and Chris Warrick
At a glance
Suspension booms and rigid
booms are the two primary
designs available.
Tank size and boom width
should be matched to your
spraying operations and rates.
Boom stability has a major
influence on spraying accuracy
and efficacy.
Boom suspension systems
have evolved over the
past seven years and now
feature complex hydraulics,
dampeners, accumulators and
springs to maintain boom
operating heights.
Boomsprays are generally built
to suit your operation and can
be customised at the time of
purchase.
Prices quoted are typically
base units which can be
accessorised as required.
Most boomspray manufacturers offer a build to order service. With this in mind,
farmers need to carefully consider their operations and on-farm requirements
before taking the plunge.
Kondinin Group last looked at trailing booms in 2003. With improvements in design
and technology, Kondinin Group’s Ben White, Josh Giumelli and Chris Warrick look
over the latest offerings from eleven boomspray manufacturers.
Spreading the wings
Boom width is arguably one of the most important
specifications to be determined before buying a
boomspray. With widths of up to 50m now available,
ensuring the width is a consistent multiple of other
operations for controlled traffic operations is
essential. For those that have not employed
controlled traffic operations, select a width that will
not limit the option of moving to controlled traffic
implementation in the future.
Boom Designs
There are two primary designs manufacturers
employ in boom construction; cable suspended and
rigid booms. Both designs have inherent advantages
and disadvantages when it comes to effective
spraying and storage for transport.
Cable suspended booms
Using independent cables attached to the boom
from a main centre frame, the boom is suspended,
usually with outrigger wheels to maintain operating
height. Higher centre frame towers permit wider
boom designs and as such, these booms are typically
used in large-scale farming operations requiring
boom widths of up to 50m. As a result, examples are
more commonly found from WA manufacturers
and include Beverley and Wespray.
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Rigid booms
Rigid booms are self supporting and are generally
fabricated with a truss style boom arms hinging
from an independently suspended and fully floating
boom centre frame.
The suspension systems on these
booms can be relatively complex
with combinations of springs,
dampeners, air bags and hydraulic
accumulators to smooth and
steady the boom over terrain.
Most truss designs are at maximum width at
around 36m, but Hardi offer a 42m model.
Flexibility versus accuracy
While flexibility of the boom is important in
coping with the loads transmitted by bumps and
movement not absorbed in the centre frame, it is
also important that a constant height is maintained
for accuracy and efficacy of spraying operations. Too
much flexibility will allow the boom to move
excessively and may not provide effective spray
coverage. Excessive boom rigidity will see the boom
crack at points of stress concentration.
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Folding
Folding geometry varies between rigid and cable
suspended designs with rigid booms typically
incorporating complex three or four section folding
geometry and elevated at the front for storage and
transport.
By design, suspension booms generally have a
long tank trailer to maintain the suspending cable
length from the centre frame tower. Each wing
generally folds only once with the cable attachment
point immediately in front of the pivot.
Look for a design that is simple to fold which protects plumbing
and maintains a road-legal
operating width.
Hydraulically assisted folding will assist the
operator to prepare for transport without the need
for digging out the personal protective equipment
to prevent chemical contact.
Boom operating height
Look for a boom that can operate between 0.5m
and 1.5m elevation. Boom height control should be
easily adjustable to accommodate for operational
height changes on-the-go.
Breakaways
With booms getting wider, the risk of clipping a
post or an obstacle is increased. The general rule of
thumb is that breakaway sections are around 10 per
cent of the boom width. The well-designed
breakaways move backward and elevate slightly as
they move back to clear the obstacle as the boom
moves forward. Look for breakout sections with
dampeners to prevent excessive movement on
headlands.
Suspended: Cable suspended booms utilise a centre frame tower to support the width of
the boom and are teamed up with outrigger wheels to maintain operating height.
Rigid: Most rigid booms have complex suspension on the centre frame and are selfsupporting. Maximum boom width is up to 42m from Hardi.
The chemical warehouse: the tank
Tank volumes are increasing in line with boom
widths, considering operating speeds have not
typically decreased with wider boom widths. As an
example, a 50m wide boom operating at a
conservative 15km/h covers around 75ha every
hour. With an application rate of 80l/ha, the boom
would be powering through 6000 litres of mixed
product every hour. To prevent spending more time
filling than spraying, select a tank size matched to
your operations. While using a mobile batching
plant will reduce the fill time, carrying a larger
volume of product in a bigger capacity tank will
reduce the number of times needed to revisit the
filling site. Manufacturers are well placed to offer
assistance in matching boom width with tank
volume requirements.
Tank construction
Having determined the tank size requirement,
look for boomsprays fitted with tanks incorporating
sealing lids and widely spaced mesh that prevent
children accessing the tank. Lids incorporating spill
rings and hoses will prevent mess from product
overrun.
Well positioned nozzles fitted inside the tank will
thoroughly wash any residual chemical from the
tank. In addition, an effective agitation function will
help maintain chemical concentration consistency.
Look for clear tank level indicators that can be
easily seen from the fill point and the cabin. These
Breakaways: Breakaway sections
should be around 10 per cent of the
total boom width, be self-resetting
and rotate backwards and slightly
up to clear obstacles.
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indicators are ideally made using a clear, durable
UV-stable material or mechanical indicators
attached to a tank float.
Ensure the tank itself is
constructed from UV stable
material.
Look for a UV rating of 8 which is standard for
most Australian manufacturers. Many WA
manufacturers
source
their
tanks
from
Rota-mouldings who provide UV8 rated tanks.
Access to the tank must be sturdy and the
provision of a hand-rail as found on Wespray booms
is highly regarded.
Hopper
Well-designed induction hoppers are easily
accessed and simple to use. Most booms inspected
featured a drop-down design that elevated the
hopper into a position protecting it when in
operation and transport.
Safety first: Hand rail and ladder access
provision ensures safe operator access to
the tank lid.
Trailer frame
Trailer frame design varied significantly between
rigid and suspension booms, the latter being much
longer to accommodate the boom fold geometry.
This allows plenty of space for PPE and chemical
drum storage. Look for a solid chassis with bracing
on chassis frame bends and a good quality smooth
finish, which will assist washing the boom down.
Most of the booms inspected were finished in twopack to provide UV resistance and surface finish
longevity, which will also assist resale value.
Pumps
Check the number of pumps fitted to the
boomspray unit. Most cable suspended designs
incorporate two pumps, one for fresh water and one
for spraying operations. Pumps can be either
hydraulic, PTO or independently driven.
Load and lock: Hopper access should
be simple with the hopper retracting
to a protected position for transport
and operation.
Check that pumps are securely
mounted as loose mounting is
often the cause of pump damage.
Easy access to pumps will assist cleaning and
maintenance.
Filters
Filters are essential on the suction line to the
pump and in the delivery line from the fill pump to
the main tank to prevent foreign material from
entering the system. In addition to individual nozzle
filters, inline filters fitted to each boom section help
prevent nozzle blockages.
Spray lines and plumbing
Spray lines and nozzles must be protected and
well secured to the boom. In saying this, nozzles
also need to be easily accessed for cleaning and
changing. Better gauges are those that are large
enough and well positioned to be viewed from the
tractor cabin.
Get a gauge on pressure: Gauges are ideally clearly visible from the cabin and able to be
isolated by taps. Individual section gauges as on this Sonic boom will help isolate any
sectional blockages.
Decals and labelling
The plumbing on a trailing boomspray can be
complex, requiring well labelled valves, taps and
points of adjustment. While embossed labels are
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preferable for their absolute resistance to weathering
and chemical degradation, high quality vinyl UV
proof adhesive stickers in most cases will provide
an adequate service life.
Wiring and electrics
Wiring that is well protected from the
environment, will have a longer lifespan particularly
where sectional solenoid controls are concerned.
Electrical protection: Housed and
protected electronics, which are prone
to damage from the elements and
corrosive chemicals.
A number of manufacturers have taken to housing the
electronic nerve centres in a
dedicated cabinet, which is sealed
from the elements.
Accessories
If planning to have accessories mounted to a
boomspray, ordering these at the time of
manufacture is advisable. This allows the
manufacturer to mount service electronics or
plumbing in place when constructing the boom.
One of the most common, and expensive,
accessories is the fitment of Weedseeker or WeedIT
selective spraying units. Because they are a
significant expense, around $3000 per metre, and
may not be needed for regular broadacre spraying
operations, manufacturers such as Sonic offer a
second optional interchangeable boom mounted to
a trailer. This allows the selective spraying boom to
be left in the shed when not in use in an effort to
protect the costly electronic components by only
using them when required.
Operator manual
Operator manuals must be clear on the unit
specifications, assembly and storage requirements.
Detailed information about the boom fold and
unfold process, transport dimensions, maintenance
and safety is essential.
The better operator manuals will also include
plumbing, hydraulics and wiring details including
diagrams as well as information relating to the
boomspray suspension, troubleshooting, cleaning
and decontamination and spare part numbers.
Contact Ben White and Josh Giumelli are engineers
for Kondinin Group
ben.white@kondinin.com.au
josh.giumelli@kondinin.com.au
Chris Warrick is a researcher for Kondinin Group
chris.warrick@kondinin.com.au
Accessorise: While a costly accessory, Weedseeker units can have a relatively short payback
period. To protect them as much as possible, Western Australian manufacturer, Sonic, offers
an interchangeable boom trailer so the units are not exposed to potential damage during
regular spraying.
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Smooth riding booms are available in sizes from 21m to 36m
and include hydraulic parallelogram lift and accumulator
suspension, to provide the ultimate spraying control in all field
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Built in Kelerberrin, Western Australia, Auspray fabricate custom boom
sprays, built to order and finished in two-pack paint.
Engineer notes
The cable suspended units are available with main tank capacities up
to 7000L and boom widths out to 50m.
Hypro centrifugal pumps powered by
Honda engines and Onga fill pumps
are
standard equipment.
Boom suspension is via six coil sprin
gs
and spray lines are tucked in behind
the
boom for protection.
Example pricing: Auspray 30.5m
suspended, hydraulic-fold boom, 5000L tank capacity $98,000.
Contact Auspray
(08) 996 1188
Prices
Prices quoted are indicative RRP only and may or may not include options or accessories. Due to the vast
number of options available, it is advisable to quote a machine up with your local dealer. All pricing quoted includes GST.
Berthoud
French made Berthoud trailed sprayers are available in two different models, the Racer
and the Tenor. Featuring fully moulded plastic panelling in a space-age appearance,
the primary importer is New Zealand based, Norwod Agriculture.
Engineer notes
The smaller Racer model is available
with a 3200L tank and in 18–24m width
s
while the Tenor is available with a
maximum of 6000L capacity and 42m
width. Operation seems straight forwa
rd
with well labelled taps and valves. Boom
construction is steel or aluminium while
boom suspension is Axial up to 33m
and
pendulum suspension for booms up
to
42m.
Example pricing: Tenor 30m boom
,
6000L tank capacity $132,000.
Contact Norwood Agriculture
0447 749 485
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Beverley Hydraboom
With a name hailing from WA’s wheatbelt town in which they are constructed,
Beverley Hydrabooms are available with tandem and single axle designs,
spring or air-bag suspension and in widths of 20m through to 36m.
Engineer notes
Beverley Hydraboom trailing boom
sprays
are solidly constructed and sit on dual
axles with rocker arms, air-bags, and
shock absorbers for suspension. Tank
capacity up to 10,000L is available and
booms are suspended on heavy duty
stainless cables. A valve box at the rear
of the boom reduces flush volumes and
protects section solenoids.
Example pricing: QEIII 31m boom
,
5000L tank capacity $99,365.
Contact Beverley Hydraboom
(08) 9646 1218
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We can design a boomspray to suit your particular needs
Easy to use: SONIC Boom Sprays have been designed for simplicity
in opening and closing of booms, filling and mixing and spraying.
All plumbing has been kept simple and easy to use.
Ph: (08) 9064 7199 Fax: (08) 9064 7171
Email: max@sonicboomsprays.com.au
Visit our website: www.sonicboomsprays.com.au
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One of the well known spraying manufacturers in Australia, Croplands are headquartered in
a northern suburb of Adelaide, South Australia but have a national network of dealers. Two
models of trailed sprayers are available; the smaller Pinto is available with tank capacities of up to 3000L while the Pegasus is available in up to 6000L capacity.
Engineer notes
While the larger booms are fabricated
here in Australia, some of the smaller
Pinto models feature imported boom
s.
Both Pinto and Pegasus models
sit on single axles with the larger
(33–36m) Pegasus models featuring
air-bag suspension. Controls are clear
ly
indicated via rotary valves.
Example pricing: Pegasus 30m hydra
ulic
boom, 6000L tank capacity $11,6600.
Contact Croplands Australia
(08) 8359 9300
Hardi
Built on the northern side of Adelaide in an impressive plant, Hardi booms are designed by
a team of in-house engineers. The Hardi range is expansive with the Ranger, Navigator and
Commander range all available in numerous boom width and tank capacities.
Engineer notes
Hardi have recently invested significant time, resources and skill in
the design and manufacture of their
latest truss boom. This is evident in the
triangulated wing sections, absence
of
stress concentration points and boom
designs extending out to 42m. Controls
are simple to operate colour-coded
multi-way valves.
Example pricing: Commander Eagle
30m boom, 5000L tank capacity $113,300.
Contact Hardi Agriculture
(08) 8343 9999
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Hayes Spraying
The only Queensland manufacturer of booms listed in this report, Hayes build a range of booms to specification as ordered from the Goondiwindi factory
on the NSW/Queensland border.
Engineer notes
Hayes build a suspension boom with the option of mounting the boom in-front of the main tank. While Kondinin Group engineers
questioned the impact this might have
on keeping the machine clean, overa
ll
construction was considered to be solid
but single dimension breakaways could
be improved with some vertical lift.
Example pricing: Hayes 30m suspe
nsion
boom, 5000L tank capacity $101,000.
Contact Hayes Spraying
(07) 4671 3092
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Control station, TriTech boom,
and the most flexible range of
tank sizes and options available
so you can change the way you
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Boom recirculation option
All new TriTech boom up to 42m
Rapid Fire option
Tanks from 4000 to 8500 litres
DCI option now with Direct Draw
Large capacity hand wash station
New drawbar connection arm
New EZ Control station
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Mitchell Park Victoria 3355
Phone: 03 5342 6399
Fax: 03 5342 6308
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Victorian manufacturer Goldacres has a wide range of customisable trailing boomsprays for
broadacre farmers. The larger broadacre Evolution boomsprays are available in 3000L, 4000L
and 5000L tanks sizes while boom widths extend to 30m on some models.
Engineer notes
Goldacres evolution sprayers sit on
single axles with airbag suspension
available as an option. A 5000L tank
is available on the largest model. Two
boom designs are available with a
‘Delta’ boom as standard, extending
to 24m while the Evolution 4000 and
5000 series can be optioned up with
a
30m Tritech Boom. Construction is solid
,
plumbing is hidden behind a control
panel but is clearly labelled.
Example pricing: See local dealers
for pricing.
Contact Goldacres
(03) 5342 6399
Middle-East
Engineering (Accuspray)
Engineer notes
The Accuspray features a patented
large geometry boom suspension
system, which relies on opposing sprin
g
and shock absorbers to provide boom
suspension. Construction is solid and
finish is excellent with the booms being
soda blasted and then painted with
two-pack undercoat and paint.
Example pricing: Pricing not avail
able
at time of publishing.
Contact Middle-East Engineering
(08) 9889 1200
Having acquired Accuspray a number of years ago, Middle-East
Engineering has maintained the design featuring a unique boom
suspension geometry. Booms are made to order although maintain
a standard list of inclusions.
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Silvan
Paddock King trailing boomsprays from Silvan are engineered for broadacre operations and are
available in widths from 15m up to 30m and tank capacities from 2000L to 5000L.
Engineer notes
A lighter, single dimension boom build
permits a maximum operating width
of 30m. But a fully galvanised chassis
features side-mounted gusset plates
for stiffening and longevity. Airbags
are optional on the largest capacity
single-axle models and a ‘Simplicity’
axle
provides tandem suspended options.
Plumbing controls are basic but funct
ional.
able at
time of publishing.
Contact Silvan Australia
1300 745 826
THE LONGER YOU OWN IT,
THE MORE SENSIBLE YOUR
PURCHASE BECOMES.
We understand the importance getting a great
return on your capital investments. Built tough for
Australian conditions, HARDI sprayers are made to
the very highest standards for long term reliability
and optimum spraying efficiency.
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Known in WA for their blue and yellow suspension booms extending out to 50m, Sonic booms
are built in Narambeen. Sonic Booms are available in widths up to 50m and have some unique
design features including an interchangeable boom for WeedSeeker operators.
Engineer notes
Suspended steel booms are supported
by stainless-steel suspension ropes
fixed with high grade stainless fittin
gs.
Easy service points make greasing
simple and tandem designs feature
a
rear steering axle for improved track
ing.
Finish is excellent and the removable
boom for WeedSeeker fitted units is
aimed to assist minimising damage
to
a substantial investment in electronic
s.
able
Contact Sonic Boomsprays
(08) 9064 7199
Tenor55-60
Tough, Reliable and Consistently Accurate
• 6000litrespraytank–450litrewashtank.
• Boomwidthsfrom24mto42mwithalternative
boomconstructionoptions.
• Sprungdrawbarandfullaxlesuspension.
• Brakedaxlewithfullyadjustablewheeltrackto3.05m.
• GPScompatiblecontrollersystem.
• Featuresincludeautofilltank,boomrinsingandQuadrixnozzleholders.
Proudly imported by Norwood Agriculture Pty Ltd
Tel: +61 (0) 4 47 74 94 85 www.norwoodag.com.au
PO Box 497, Horsham, Victoria 3400, Australia
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Wes-spray
WA’s Wongan Hills-based Wes-spray manufacture booms in a range of sizes and
build to specification. Booms are available in widths up to 42m and steerable rear
axles on tandem models are standard.
Engineer notes
Professionally finished plumbing
and electrics are protected from the
environment housed in the chassis
or sealed cabinets. Finish is excellent
and solid side-gussets provide chass
is
strength in all the right places.
Operator access to the top of the tank
was amongst the best inspected.
able
Contact Wespray
(08) 9671 1956
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FEATURES
FEATURES
• 18 to 26T capacity
• Hyd grain shuttoff gates
• 6T per/min discharge
• Roll tarp
• Single or tandem axles
• Self folding cleaning doors
• 3mm binplate
• PTO/hyd drive
• Seed/fertiliser compartments
• System Control Manifold
• Self-Levelling Suspension
• Stainless Steel
Components
• Self Levelling System
for boom stability
• Hydraulic lift and fold
• Flexi-N compatible
• Hydraulic Accumulators
[for a softer ride]
• 2 pack automotive enamel
finish
• Triple filtration system
Contact Peter Harvey MIDDLE EAST ENGINEERING The Front Line Engineer
www.chasemee.com.au
08-9889 1200 KONDININ
www.accuspray.com.au
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Air seeders.......................................... FA152–08
Glyphosate.......................................... FA206–25
Plasma cutters................................... FA194–16
All-terrain utes................................... FA209–15
GPS guidance equipment................. FA171–18
Poly pipes ......................................... GT10–3
All-terrain vehicles............................ GT11-3
Grain moisture meters...................... FA177–26
Precision farming ............................. FA216–38
Augers ............................................... GT2–3
Grain storage...................................... FA211–36
Precision sheep management ........ GT5–3
Bank performance ........................... GT1–3
Grain storage...................................... GT 07–03
Precision tines .................................. GT3–3
Biodiesel ........................................... FA188–12
Harvester fires.................................... FA169–08
Press wheels...................................... FA172–22
Boomsprays........................................ FA139–18
Harvester reliability........................... FA159–06
Buying bulls....................................... FA170–50
Herbicide resistance.......................... FA209–10
Buying rams....................................... FA176–38
Impact wrenches............................... FA169–14
Carbon farming.................................. FA221–32
Infrared thermometers..................... FA172–10
Cattle crushes..................................... FA168–48
Internet connections......................... FA195–27
Cattle health....................................... FA130–58
Inverter welders ............................... FA181–16
Class 8 harvesters ............................ FA184–16
Large square balers........................... FA174–11
Crutching trailers............................... FA166–59
Livestock feed additives ................. FA185–50
Discs ................................................... FA202–16
Livestock marketing.......................... FA197–52
Drought management....................... FA137–54
Livestock software............................. FA193–53
Dual-purpose sheep breeds . .......... FA220–50
Farm consultants .............................. FA189–06
Farm finance ..................................... FA183–04
Farm insurance................................... FA215–14
Farmer health..................................... FA207–12
Four-wheel-drive utes....................... GT4–3
Front-wheel-assist tractors............... FA156–12
Front-wheel-assist, 4WD and
tracked tractors.................................. GT14/15–3
Fire preparation ................................ FA 223–32
Livestock watering systems............. FA154–54
Making silage..................................... FA173–44
Remote management technology .FA182–22
Self-propelled sprayers..................... FA213–32
Sheep auto drafters........................... FA165–58
Sheep health...................................... FA192–48
Sheep weighing systems.................. FA158–58
Soil-testing laboratories................... GT10–3
Solar pumps........................................ FA164–22
Spraying technology ........................ FA190–16
Stubble management at harvest..... FA163–16
Stubble management at sowing..... FA157–30
Stock watering................................... FA210–46
MIG welders....................................... FA200–20
Succession planning.......................... FA145–04
Mineral supplements........................ FA214–50
Telehandlers....................................... FA196–18
Multi-tools.......................................... FA171–10
Tertiary education.............................. FA199–16
National Variety Trials....................... GT13–04
Tractor cabins .................................... FA178–14
Next G phone handsets.................... GT06–03
Two-wheel motorbikes .................... FA180–20
NLIS equipment ................................ FA191–45
UHF radios........................................... FA198–24
NLIS equipment compatibility......... FA160–54
Weather stations................................ FA205–33
NLIS problems.................................... FA212–46
Welders............................................... GT10-3
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Ideas and innovations
Performing under pressure
Checking tyre pressures on a New Holland T9060 tractor
with triples was always a chore for South Australian farmer
Trevor Veitch.
That was until he modified the tyre valves so they could be
plumed into one common air line.
Trevor made the adapters using 25 millimetre brass shafting cut
to 25mm in length, internally threaded to ¼” BSP one end and
M12*1 thread the other end.
The internal body of the existing valves were then screwed out
and Trevor screwed on the threaded brass adaptor and push fit
elbows and tees.
Using liquid thread sealant on all threads and joins, he then used
3/8” truck brake air hose to plum the three tyre valves together.
Checking tyre pressure now is as simple as
connecting his compressor air line to the
Ryco air fitting and turning on the tap to the
common air line.
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