Gefran’s Twiist does it all on its own

Among the innovations dedicated to the world of mobile hydraulics presented by the Gefran group in Parma during the automation fair, standout products included non-contact linear position transducers operating based on a patented technology called “Twiist.” These transducers measure various process variables, such as displacement speed, acceleration, vibration, and tilt angle, and from the combined analysis of these variables, they extract important information related to the monitored process. For example, a single sensor can calculate the position of a hydraulically controlled arm, identify which specific operation a machine is performing,…

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“FieldOps” platform by Cnh Industrial: all in One

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Digitalization is rapidly spreading in the agricultural field, partly because all tractor and equipment manufacturers have long been working on this topic, offering the market more or less original and diversified solutions. However, these activities are giving rise to a proliferation of platforms that do not always communicate with each other or, if they do, not always optimally. If the network fails, the Connection fails All current solutions are also based on the presence of a network, so if for any reason it fails, the connections that allow company centers…

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Claas, highly digitalized solutions and suites

It is a common belief that next-generation harvesting machines and tractors will feature operational autonomy standards that could make the operator’s presence on board unnecessary. In reality, the operator will still monitor the work site from aboard the machine, but there will undoubtedly be periods where they will have little to do. Hence, Claas’s idea to enable operators to perform other activities besides those specifically related to the current work by redesigning the cabins to transform them into real mobile offices. Two working hypotheses have been developed by the Claas…

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The agricultural modeling Crosetto by Agringegno

The agricultural modeling sector is also suffering from a lackluster economic situation, resulting in declining revenues for various manufacturers in the field. To overcome this problem, more than one brand has decided to introduce high-priced replicas to the market, as they are produced in limited numbers and, therefore, intended as investments. However, this is not the case, as simply producing a limited-edition product is not enough to justify a higher than average list price. The model must also boast flawless finishes and assembly, and in the case of agricultural models,…

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Ecorobotix “Ara” bar, zero agrochemical drift

Among the most stringent limitations on agrochemicals are the so-called “buffer zones,” which are the minimum distances that must be respected during field application with regard to watercourses, roads, or nearby residences. This distance ranges from five to thirty meters depending on the product being distributed, thereby reducing important areas available for treatment, including herbicides. However, technology can intervene to make these limitations unnecessary by applying phytosanitary products only where needed and without generating drifts that could reach sensitive areas. Ecorobotix “Ara” Bar from the Swiss Company In this regard,…

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Pakelo, red and italian

Strange people, the Italians. Almost 69 million individuals ready to celebrate and chant patriotism when the National Football Team wins an international tournament, yet they live as strangers under the same roof in their daily lives without the slightest nationalistic anxiety. Apart from a few productive sectors, primarily automotive, clothing, and high-end food, the average Italian often regards most domestic products as qualitatively inferior to foreign competitors. This mindset has no logical basis and particularly affects the agricultural mechanization sector. In this field, Made in Italy is actually considered a…

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Gefran introduces the ultra-compact and multifunction motor control devices, G-Start

Gefran – an Italian multinational specialized in the design and production of sensors, instrumentation for industrial process control, and automation systems – is launching the new modular series of motor starters, G-Start, designed for controlling single and three-phase asynchronous motors up to 3KW, 7A, and 500Vac. Available in three current sizes (0.6A, 2.4A, and 7.0A), the range is characterized by particularly compact dimensions and integrates, in a single device, four specific functionalities: direct motor starting, direction reversal, thermal protection, and motor diagnosis (up to SIL3 and PL”e” certified emergency stop),…

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New led work lights

The Unlimited division of Valtra, established by the company to allow operators to specialize and customize their equipment to the fullest, has developed a system of LED work lights. This system enables users to choose their preferred color temperature to illuminate the work area. The luminous emissions can range from the warm yellow of 2700 degrees Kelvin to the cool white of six thousand and 500 degrees Kelvin, while the luminous intensity is adjustable from zero to two thousand and 900 effective lumens. Moreover, the system allows for the pairing…

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Specialized agriculture: Kubota’s innovative approach

Artificial Intelligence in specialized agriculture: Kubota’s Innovative approach Ku.bota has ventured into the realm of utilizing cutting-edge technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability in agricultural practices, particularly through artificial intelligence. The Japanese conglomerate has introduced “Als,” a comprehensive solution for intelligent irrigation. This system facilitates targeted and precise treatments by synergizing artificial vision and intelligence. “Als” operates using 3D cameras, processing units, and software serving as both a digital platform and integration hub. This setup enables operators to receive real-time, accurate information regarding canopy volume and crop health. Consequently, they…

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Advanced Connectivity

John Deere has recently announced that it has entered into an agreement with SpaceX, a company based in California founded by Elon Musk, to provide farmers with cutting-edge satellite communication services. John Deere, advanced Connectivity Utilizing SpaceX’s “Starlink” network, the offering from John Deere aims to ensure the highest standards of connectivity in every rural area, thereby maximizing the effectiveness of precision farming solutions. According to the American brand, the system, initially available only in the United States and Brazil, will be installable on both new machines and those already…

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