Band spraying
Band spraying allows us to apply more efficiently on crops grown in rows. By applying resources only on or between crop rows, large savings can easily be achieved. In addition, we prevent unnecessary stress on the crops and optimize yields.
For succesful row spraying, it is essential to hold the nozzles precisely and stably above the plant rows. The Agrifac self-propelled sprayer, with its stability, is the machine of choice for this.
What is band spraying?
Band spraying the spraying of a crop grown in rows. By spraying only a row/ strip, large savings can be achieved relatively easily. Row spraying occurs when the crop is not yet in ”full canopy” or in other words the soil is not yet fully covered by the crop biomass.
In these crop stages it is possible to apply band spraying, band spraying can be divided into 2 applications:
- Band spraying on top of the crop
Fungicide, herbicide or insecticide applications. Such as aphids in potatoes. - Band spraying between the crop.
Herbicide applications.
What is band spraying?
Download the band spraying whitepaper to find out more about band spraying and the possible savings from applying this method
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Why band spraying with a sprayer and not in combination with a hoeing machine?
Capacity
The working width of a hoe is usually limited to the working width of the seeder. Usually ranging from 3 to 6 metres. The working speed is between 2 and 10 km/h. In contrast, the capacity of a band sprayer is much higher, allowing as much spraying as possible in the most optimal conditions.
Timing
Hoeing is done in sunny weather where the soil should not be too moist. Under these conditions, the best hoeing results are achieved and the roots are achieved and the roots the hoeed weeds dry out fastest. In contrast, the optimum spraying conditions are inmoderate weather conditions, and te moist soil is important for soil herbicides to work properly.
Best coverage and up to 95% drift reduction with HighTechAirPlus (HTA)
Changing (weather) conditions, the right amount of chemicals, a smaller window of opportunity: A challenge you can tackle with the HighTechAirPlus system. HighTechAirPlus is a combination of traditional spraying, air assistance and mixing in the nozzle holders. The perfect combination to create a constant and easily set droplet size that can be adjusted to changing conditions from the cab.
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Air assistance to get the chemicals to the right spot, AirFlowPlus
Agrifac is introducing the air assistance system, AirFlowPlus. The distinguishing feature of this system is the installation of fans every three metres. This creates an unprecedented air capacity and uniform distribution of the air across the total width of the spray boom, irrespective of the working widths and the number of boom sections you are working with!
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Vertical crop spraying with VertiPlus
Agrifac has developed a special spraying system so you can spray vertical crops such as asparagus vertically. The VertiPlus system is attached to the Condor’s standard J-boom.
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Super fast, safe and smooth folding with FastFoldPlus
Your spray boom is unfolded and folded easier and faster than ever before. A 48 metre wide boom can be unfolded in 20 seconds.
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Always quality spraying and the right balance, StrictHeightPlus
With StrictHeightPlus, BalancePlus and variable geometry work together to ensure the boom hangs freely in all conditions. The boom moves freely and the movements of the machine are not transferred to the boom. Four sensors with a wide viewing angle that are placed on the boom send the machines a reliable and precise measurement of the crop.
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Every Drop Hits the Right Spot, with StrictSprayPlus
StrictSprayPlus gives you the certainty that the desired amount of liquid is sprayed in the right place. Boom sections consist of just one nozzle, there is 100% turn compensation and a constant spray pressure irrespective of speed
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PurifyPlus, Quick and easy cleaning
With PurifyPlus, the water system is easy and quick to clean.
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For a precise distribution off liquid fertilisers, LiquidPlus
LiquidPlus enables you to work with liquid (synthetic) fertilisers. This allows for more precise dosing and distribution. The very precise distribution reduces costs and increases efficiency.
Learn MoreBand spraying is available on every Condor
Condor Vanguard
Condor Vanguard
- 2.55 metres wide
- 6000 litre tank capacity
- More working hours and higher capacity
- Fast fill, minimum waiting time
Condor MountainMaster
Condor MountainMaster
- Take care of your crops on steep slopes
- High ground clearance
- This Condor remains perfectly stable at all axles
- All benefits of a Condor
Condor Endurance II
Condor Endurance II
- Built for maximal capacity and speed
- J-booms available up to 55 metres
- 8000 litre tank
- Red dot Award winning 2019