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Norac Tillage Depth Control
Topcon’s new Norac Tillage Depth Control (TDC) uses the same technology as the Boom Height Control system. Ultrasonic sensors automatically compensate for dif- fering soil types and terrains, while main- taining the correct implement depth. Top- con speaks of a “set it and forget it” system that will automatically hit the correct cut- ting depth in all conditions and terrains. The Topcon system is not confined to any one brand, age or model of tillage equip- ment, nor is it reliant on a Topcon display. Rather, it can be installed on any trailed till- age tool with hydraulic lift and utilise any ISOBUS display. “The system is bringing precision tillage farming for use even on tractors not equipped with the latest tech- nical capabilities.” With the increased accu- racy, the TDC system is designed to ensure tillage is done correctly with easy operation and minimal hassle. The automatic system reduces soil compaction and slippage in wet conditions, as well as increasing fuel and time efficiencies in the field.
PRODUCT SUMMARY Company: Topcon Name: Norac TDC Type: depth control system Key feature: makes sure implements are lifted or lowered to the chosen working depth. More info:
www.topconpositioning.com
Affordable, easy crop sensor
German company Fritzmeier is developing a new easy to operate and affordable crop sensor for farmers growing 100 ha or less. It says everyone can learn to operate it within 15 minutes. Fritzmeier is known as a cab manufacturer and as the developer of the Isaria and Claas crop sensors. The main dif- ference between the red Fritzmeier and the green Claas equivalent is the Isobus com- patibility of the latter. So far 400 Isaria and 200 Claas sensors are in operation. The new Isaria Basic sensor will premiere at this year’s Agritechnica. Until then, 15 sets are tested in various European countries. The main difference with the existing sen- sor is that its Basic alternative comes with- out an active light source, so it can only be operated in sufficient daylight. It’s Isobus compatible and easily fitted on for instance the tractor’s rear view mirrors. The retail price is targeted at around € 12,000. Ac- cording to Fritzmeier, crop sensors can help create a € 60/ha extra margin in cereals.
John Deere app gives access to data
John Deere introduces the MyOperations app in Europe, for remote access to ma- chine and field data on it’s enterprise man- agement platform. The app for mobile phones and tablet computers accesses the data through an online John Deere Opera- tions Centre account connected to a ma- chine’s JDLink telematics system. It is free and can be used with any internet-con- nected smart phone or other device run- ning as a minimum iOS 10.0 or Android 4.4 operating software. In some cases, remote access to in-cab displays and making ad- justments to settings is also possible. Infor- mation available within the app includes machine location history; a selection of machine data subjects, such as engine utili- sation and fuel levels; field maps and pro- ductivity data including areas worked; and annual crop summaries. Alerts for low fuel, geofence and curfew breaches, diagnostic codes, and other prioritised alerts and noti- fications can also be set up.
PRODUCT SUMMARY Company: Fritzmeier Umwelttechnik Name: Isaria Basic Type: crop sensor Key feature: easy to mount, easy to oper- ate and ISOBUS compatible scanner to de- termine the crops N-status. More info:
www.fritzmeier-umwelttech-
nik.com
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PRODUCT SUMMARY Company: John Deere Name: MyOperations Type: mobile device app Key feature: remote access via mobile de- vices to JD Operations Centre platform for info on field/crop records and machine data. More info:
www.johndeere.com (and national websites)
PHOTO: TOPCON
PHOTO: RENE KOERHUIS
PHOTO: JOHN DEERE
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