For vineyard under-row care, Nobili offers the Sds 100 flail mower series. To protect the canopies, the company provides the “Ventis” multi-row sprayers, recently expanded with the launch of a trailed electrostatic sprayer called the Otf Plus 1000
Low volumes, high effectiveness. These were the goals Nobili set when developing the low-volume pneumatic sprayers “Otf Plus,” available with 1,000- or 1,500-liter tanks. These models enrich the “Ventis” series from the Bologna-based manufacturer, and beyond their precision, they boast high application speeds—a key feature especially when treatment windows between rains are tight.
The multi-row design of the “Otf Plus” works to this advantage, allowing simultaneous spraying of six sides in a single pass through the combined action of eight functional elements: four nozzles and four cannons. Instant and precise adjustment of operating parameters, along with the strong air thrust generated by the outer cannons, ensures complete penetration into the rows, enabling the “Otf Plus” to operate effectively in vineyards up to three meters wide.
Not all phytosanitary aerosols are the same, though. The shape and characteristics of droplets can either enhance or limit the effectiveness of applied products. In this regard, the new models from the Emilia-based brand provide optimal micronization of the spray mixture, ensuring a more uniform distribution on the foliage. Once on target, droplets benefit from enhanced adhesion thanks to electrostatic systems, further reducing drift and run-off losses. By optimizing mixture volumes per hectare, the worksite gains greater autonomy while minimizing unwanted environmental dispersions.
The adaptability of the operational structure to vineyard layout and road transport is guaranteed by the chassis design, which features a five-cylinder hydraulic system managing lifting, right and left arm opening, and folding
Mowing and mulching
Vineyard care is not limited to canopy treatments but also affects the lower parts of the plants. Mowing grass and pruning residues, as well as mulching, provide protective benefits. For this purpose, Nobili developed the “Sds 100” flail mower series featuring the patented “Sds” (Side Delivery System). This system discharges shredded material evenly on both sides into windrows beneath the plants, minimizing the need for fertilization and weed control.
These machines are available in working widths of 120, 150, 180, and 210 centimeters with bilateral discharge, and 150, 180, and 210 centimeters with right-side single discharge. They operate on a roller that controls working height and include hydraulic adjustments for the auger speeds to match the biomass throughput with tractor speed and material volume.
Title: Nobili shredders and sprayers: vineyards protected both above and below
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