AB LINE 2021
BUILDING THE FUTURE FROM THE GROUND UP John Deere Updates p 4
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Sprayer Upgrades
p 12
RVT Projects
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RVT RTK Updates
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WELCOME Hello and welcome of our latest edition to the AB line, where we have included some of the latest developments and updates that have occurred in the world of Precision Farming over the past 12 months. We want to keep you up to date with the rapidly changing pace in the industry and also highlight some of our unique projects. Data is now being recorded more easily with more implements that are ISOBUS, and with the increase in Wireless Data Transfer it makes it effortless to transfer data. It gives the ability to make smart data driven decisions and this form of technology is increasing amongst our customer base. The MyJohnDeere Operations Centre receives an update every 6-8 weeks which is functionally improving all the time, driven through customer requests, it now has a new look to feel integrated with web and mobile see page 6 for more information. Look out for our RVT Precision in Practice Podcast channel Launching in 2021! We will be talking all things Precision and keeping you up-to -date with new developments throughout the year, download our Podcasts and listen to them whilst in your cab.
Page Introduction
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John Deere Updates
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Ag Leader Updates
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John Deere Sprayers
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Mazzotti
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Sprayer Upgrades
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Common NSTS Fault Finds
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Intellislope Project
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RVT Projects
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Digital Solutions
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RVT RTK Updates
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Here’s to a productive 2021 and we hope you enjoy this informative read.
Tommy Adams
RVT Precision Manager
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Introduction
New Team Member! RVT Precision recently welcomed a new member, Matt Jones to the team. Matt has progressed from the RVT workshop to help with technical installations and support. There is an ever increasing demand for bespoke projects or projects that aren’t just off the shelf solutions, so Matt’s experience and knowledge will be key in solving these requests.
Meet the RVT Precision Team:
Tommy Adams
RVT Precision Manager
M: 07794 345471
Charlie Henderson
RVT Precision Sprayer Specialist
M: 07535 021535
Tommy specialises in Gatekeeper, processing and collecting yield & application maps and documentation data for farm assurance. He was one of the first users of section control with spreaders and sprayers, variable rate applications and map processing and ISOBUS technology.
Charlie supports users of sprayers and sprayer technology supplied by RVT. He helps in the selection of the correct machine or technology, assists with PDI and set-up, ensures correct delivery, installation and operator training and continues to support machines throughout their life cycle including NSTS testing.
Carl Atkins
Matt Jones
M: 07375 088425
M: 07866 701303
As a qualified Trimble technician Carl continues to support existing CNH systems through RVT and carries out technical installations and support for our other products and services. He specialises in our AgLeader product solutions and bespoke installations.
Matt joined RVT Precision from our busy workshop to help with technical installations and Matt has extensive experience and knowledge in Precision technology to support customer requests.
RVT Precision Specialist
RVT Precision Technician
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NEW PRODUCTS & SERVICES Autopath During strip till, banded fertilizer applications, or planting, the crop row locations are created for that crop year. This information is documented and saved in John Deere Operations Centre and is referred to as the source operation. During the source operation (either strip till or planting), an implementmounted receiver records the exact location of each crop row, as applied. This data builds a map of every crop row, which is used by AutoPath to create accurate guidance lines. After the source operation is completed, AutoPath automatically creates these guidance lines for the entire field for later passes. These guidance lines cover external boundaries, internal boundaries, headlands, and crop rows. With AutoPath, you get to work quickly and confidently using accurate guidance lines based on the crop row location.
Machine Sync
Fastrac Twin Steer
Machine Sync speeds up harvest operations while reducing grain loss and stress on the combine and grain trailer operators.
RVT Precision were the first UK dealer to install John Deere Greenstar on a Fastrac to control both the front and rear axles independently as a form of implement steer. This integration means precise placement of the implement at all times even on side-land ground. It is made possible with a receiver over the rear axle as well the typical front mounted antenna which is RTK enabled, the system utilises a 4640 Universal Display with the Automation Activation.
Update 20-3 includes additional capabilities so John Deere self-propelled forage harvesters can leverage Machine Sync functionality to fill trailers on either the left or right side of the machine or directly behind the forage harvester. In addition, Machine Sync can now be used during the harvest of other direct cut specialty crops such as potatoes or onions, when harvest equipment is pulled with a John Deere tractor and unloads directly into a commodity trailer also pulled by a John Deere tractor. John Deere Machine Sync is currently available to order as part of the Automation bundle of applications for John Deere Premium Generation 4 Displays. 4
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ATU 300. Automated steering system for mixed fleets. Choose from small or big screen displays. These can be activated just for AutoTrac, which is known for its reliability and precision, or for Section Control if you wish to make further savings on inputs. Our modular system gives you maximum flexibility with steering integrated in the tractor’s hydraulics or using the popular ATU 300 steering wheel option.
Updates
AutoTrac Precision. Your Choice
We’re also offering a new solution for ISOBUS TIM approved machines.
Choose the system that fits your needs.
SAVE £300 on a retro fit JD link installation
Check our AutoTrac Universal 300 package!
DataConnect John Deere and Claas machine data can now be viewed together more easily in Operations Centre. DataConnect allows Operations Centre to connect with CLAAS Telematics and 365FarmNet. Once connected, the following data from CLAAS tractors, combines and self-propelled forage harvesters may be viewed in Operations Center and MyOperations. The structure of this new direct cloud-to-cloud solution enables a seamless and automated data flow without any effort required by the customer. The real-time data exchange allows a live overview of the whole machinery fleet. Furthermore, DataConnect works without any additional hardware and software components and ensures secure data handling.
Customers can decide which company’s digital platform they prefer to use, to display all the data. As soon as they are connected, other manufacturers’ machines appear automatically. Machines are either displayed with icons in the respective brand’s colour combination or are visible in the icon’s information panel. Further partners and functions will be announced in due course.
DataConnect A NEW ERA IN PRECISION AGRICULTURE
With this new approach, customers can view five different machinery data sets for their fleet: current machine location historical machine location fuel tank level status of the machine in the field machine speed
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MYJOHNDEERE UPDATES New look and feel of the John Deere Operations Centre! A unified experience for both Operations Centre web or mobile, access information conveniently. Operations Centre provides farmers with a holistic tool set to manage the farm and allows setup, monitoring and data analysis for smarter business decisions. Ops Centre is available to download from Apple Apps (iOS) or Google Play (Android). Search for ‘Operations Centre’ in the App stores.
Saves real money per hectare, and it’s free!
Sign-up today at MyJohnDeere.com to start your savings!
Work Planner and the Gen 4 Display together gives:
Work Planner Tool Auto setup and enhanced work planning! Plan work in Operations Centre on the web or Ops Centre on mobile and send it directly and wirelessly through JDLink on connected machines. It shortens the setup process for Precision Ag applications allowing operators to use the work plan for setting up the Gen4 display and get to work in the field much faster.
90% less clicks to get documentation and the AutoTrac system ready for work
50% reduction of time to get documentation and the AutoTrac system ready for work
Automatic setup of prescription maps
Upgrading Fertiliser Applicators Help reduce the amount of displays in your cab and provide section and precise rate control, especially when it comes to Liquid fertiliser. The popular Iso liquid rate controller is an ISOBUS rate controller used on many sprayers and means that it can be fitted to most applicators and work on most isobus displays giving you great flexibility to use on different machines. Features and benefits: Forward speed proportional rate Section control ISOBUS Interface Documentation of applied products Variable rate from prescriptions Easy use for the operator
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NEW PRODUCTS & SERVICES Ag Leader have launched their all new Steering products for 2021. These products are now designed and built by Ag Leader which will give them greater support and functionality going forwards. First of all, the introduction of Steady Steer which replaces the previous OnTrac 3 assisted guidance system. This features a small, high torque pancake motor which has the ability to be unclipped from the side of the steering wheel making it simple to transfer from machine to machine. It will be compatible with existing Ontrac 3 platform kits and has multiple mounting options to allow easy installation and equipment upgrades. The Steady Steer is compatible with both InCommand 800 and 1200 displays and can now be bought as an entry level package with display and receiver for basic steering applications.
Steady steer
To compliment the Steering line up, the new SteerCommand Z2 controller will now take the place of the Steercommand and ECU-S1. This now means that you can use the same hardware for steering types from steady steer through to guidance ready integrated solutions with an appropriate activations in place. Initial updates from its predecessor included more platform kits and easy calibrations of the steering system. Dualtrac remains at 80 m/hour forward speed feature for customers that require slow speed guidance.
Updates
Steer command Z2
In the summer we saw the introductions of Cart Ace, which allows the combine operator to generate a guidance path for the tractor to follow when unloading on the move. The tractor operator can also see from his Ag Leader display when the combine grain tank is full.
Upgrade your planter to electric drives! Ag Leader have a large focus on planting systems to make it possible to upgrade older maize and beet planters with the latest technology all through the Suredrive system. The Suredrive motor replaces existing mechanical metering drives and chains and mounts directly to the metering unit reducing vibration and improving misses in planting. This means you can reduce the maintenance and wearing parts while improving the productivity of your machine. Features: GPS forward speed & prescription rate control Turn compensation Row by row section control Optional sensors can be fitted to monitor population and singulation which keeps the operator informed of the performance of the planter
New display features The InCommand displays will get some exciting additional features from a software update in 2021 which will include the highly anticipated tramline feature and more ISOBUS functionality, with multiple seeding channels and application channels using ISOBUS. This will be especially useful for ISOBUS machines using companion crops and fertilizer applications in one pass. The tramline feature will allow the operator to select tramline passes for the sprayer and can be used with a half pass option to give you both the initial half pass line and the passes thereafter in your tramline sequence. Additional guidance line updates will include a one touch remark button to shift the guidance line to your position, the ability to view the AB line heading and path smoothing for smart paths.
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NEW JOHN DEERE R700 TRAILED SPRAYER RANGE Introducing the new R700 range of trailed sprayers from John Deere, our smallest, most compact trailed sprayer that is packed with technology to deliver the most accurate spraying. With a choice of two tank sizes, 3200 lt and 4000 lt, and boom sizes ranging from 18 to 30m, you can be assured this sprayer will be most adequate for your spraying needs. With the PowrSpray feature, you get a dual circuit solution system (one for spraying, one for filling), which enables a 0.3 second reaction, which equates to 98% rate control accuracy, allowing for a most accurate rate to be applied to the crop when its needed. The ActivePause feature also gives you plenty of time to incorporate large amounts of chemical into the sprayer, whilst the main intake of the tank is paused, the induction hopper is still fed with clean water to deliver cleaning to empty chemical cans when needed. This machine is also big on safety, with the option of installing a CTS (closed transfer system) on this machine, this means that chemical contact with the operator is avoided, with no risk of the operator being contaminated with any harmful products.
Save and protect with individual nozzle control, controlling up to 60 nozzles individually across a 30m boom. 5% of crop chemicals can be saved, averaging out at £5.40/Ha. This electronically controlled system reaches its full potential when combined with the PowrSpray feature. With a new Solution Command System, push button filling, agitation, spraying and rinsing is all made possible. All the control you’ll need can even be done from the new ergonomic joystick, which can also be retro-fitted to older M700 with a software update. With a range of tyre sizes and widths, combined the steering drawbar fitted with proportional steering, you can be assured this sprayer will follow perfectly in the wheeling’s created by the tractor Infront.
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Available at the end of March 2021 Available for demo, coupled up with a John Deere precision farming tractor, fitted with the latest technology and documentation tools for recording all data from the sprayer straight into MyJohnDeere. 8 sections/individual nozzle control Via GPS Isobus controlled machine with new ergonomic joystick 420/85 R38 tyres
PRECISE EFFICIENCY Compact, precise, high-efficiency sprayer that excels in all conditions. Packed with many advanced features usually found in much larger models – for timely, accurate spraying season after season. Fill faster, spray more accurately. The unique 2-circuit PowrSpray™ system allows you to fill your sprayer in just 7 minutes1 and gives you 98%2 rate control accuracy. All with the convenience of push-button control. The PowrSpray™ wet system, features like individual nozzle control and the option to connect to any closed transfer system, will take your productivity another step further while you enjoy superior ease of use.
Terrain Control Pro boom levelling system
400L
Load sensing hydraulics
MAX.
Lower linkage tracking proportional steering drawbar
MAX.
OPERATOR SAFETY
Hydraulically driven spray pump
UPTO
60 NOZZLES
Auto Pause for chemical incorporation
UPTO
£5.40/HA
ULD 120-04 nozzles
Sprayers
RVT DEMO John Deere M740i Trailed Sprayer
of clean water required for rinsing with Auto Dilute
with easy connection to any closed transfer system
independently controlled with individual nozzle control
in crop protection products with individual nozzle control
98%
RATE CONTROL ACCURACY
M740i Available for Demo
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ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS
L/MIN FILLING PUMP CAPACITY
available until 28th February 2021
2 0.3 750
PUMPS
one for filling, one for spraying
SEC.
PowrSpray™ reaction time
L/MIN
spraying pump capacity
PLENTY OF
time for filling with ActivePause
For more details contact:
Charlie Henderson, RVT Sprayer Specialist charliehenderson@reavalleytractors.com
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NEW FEATURES The Mazzotti self propelled sprayer has had a few new additional features and more John Deere integration for 2021. Some of these include:
A new John Deere harvesting cab, replacing the Claas cab that was previously fitted.
The new cab comes fitted with CAT 4 filtration system as standard for operator comfort and safety, along with a new style command arm, which has been adapted from the John Deere self propelled range of sprayers, to also increase operator comfort, and for ease of use.
A new style touch screen Terra monitor which monitors all the machine functionality, such as lights, oil pressures, fuel levels and speed.
Gen 4 4640 screen which is also integrated with the machine, runs the application side of things, such as the rate control, boom sections, Norac boom levelling and the documentation.
Documentation is also sent back into MyJohnDeere in real time to allow you to access as applied maps and other important data you might need to access.
The new “M Spray” feature which is a dual circuit system, just like “PowrSpray” on John Deere branded sprayers, enables a very fast reaction time when sections are turned off, ground speed is increased or the rate is increased.
“Active Pause” feature is also available on these machines, which pauses the intake of water into the main tank, but still keeps the induction hopper fed with clean water for incorporating chemicals.
The new “MK” boom configurations are also available, from 24m up to 36m (double and tri fold booms) and in conjunction with the tank sizes available from Mazzotti (3000, 3500 & 4000 Litre tanks) the correct configuration of machine can be designed to suit your needs.
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Individual nozzle control also comes as standard across these different boom sizes, along with Norac UC7 both running through the 4640 screen, this gives the operator more time to concentrate on the job in hand and more output from the machine and operator, resulting in a more comfortable work environment for the operator.
New 2021 Features Individual nozzle control with Norac UC7 running through the 4640 screen.
New “MK� boom configurations, from 24m up to 36m (double and tri fold)
Active Pause of main tank water feed but keeps the induction hopper fed with clean water for incorporating chemical.
Flow control with Dual circuit M Spray feature like John Deere PowrSpray
Cab comes fitted with CAT 4 filtration system for operator comfort and safety
New style touchscreen Terra monitor and Gen 4 4640 display.
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New style Command Arm adapted from John Deere Self-propelled sprayers
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SPRAYER UPGRADES
Hardi Navigator sprayer upgrade RVT Precision upgraded James Burton’s Hardi Navigator sprayer from 4 sections up to 6, and also re-configured the boom section lay outs. The system was also upgraded to ISO Liquid, to utilise narrower end sections, along with section control, full documentation through the tractors Gen 4 4600 screen whilst using RVT RTK for optimum precision. An extended monitor was also installed for James to view his mapping at the same time as his sprayer rate controller. A switch box was added in the cab of the tractor enabling James to manually switch sections on/off when desired and so that the original control box’s could be removed from the cab reducing clutter.
James Burton Asbourne
ISO liquid Bateman upgrade Zak Stanier operates a Bateman RB25 wanted us to upgrade his machine to ISO liquid after he had extra sections added to his machine. We fitted this system to his machine to run through a John Deere 4240 display for full section control and documentation. This 4240 display replaced his existing LH Agro display. Zak also wanted an Isobus joystick to replace his existing one which enabled him to turn sections on/off all at his finger tips, along with his master switch. With full RVT RTK running on this sprayer, he is making full use of adding extra sections, which are now 2m each.
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Sprayer Upgrades
John Deere M740i Dave Sketchley of H E Carthy Ltd in Tamworth took delivery of our ex demo M740i trailed sprayer last year, which replaced his self propelled Househam air ride machine. The reason Mr Sketchley chose a trailed machine was partly down to having a John Deere 6250R Command Pro. Mr Sketchley wanted to utilise the comfort of his tractor combined with the sprayer, especially with the sprayer being ISOBUS to have full integration with the Gen 4 Command Centre. “Section control and auto boom height is a big new feature to me, as the Househam didn’t have either of these features. 50kph for road speed is also a big factor as the Househam wasn’t capable of this speed, with us farming ground fairly far away so getting from field to farm is a big issue. With the tractor also running RVT RTK the section control works really well in turning off and on when it needs to and utilising the 8 sections across the 24m boom. Autofill also lets me concentrate on filling chemical into the machine and not worry about putting too much water in the tank. I just pre set how much I want in and set to fill.” Commented Mr Sketchley. RVT Precision can offer all the support Mr Sketchley requires with this machine, from being able to diagnose technical faults, to logging onto monitors remotely and correcting problems remotely. As spraying is such a crucial operation in any modern day farming operation, downtime always wants to be kept to a minimum. With all depots now stocking more sprayer spare parts, downtime can be kept to a minimum. “With Charlie and the Precision Farming team at the end of the phone, back up and support is never far away if I need it, whether
it’s to do with the combine, sprayer or the tractor. With us now using section control we have noticed a significant saving in chemical as there is no over applying anymore which is great.” RVT Precision have a M740i sprayer available for 2021 demonstartion spraying season, please get in touch with Charlie Henderson, RVT Precision, for more information.
Dave Sketchley Tamworth
OptRx Crop Sensors OptRx Crop Sensors measure and record data about crop health in real-time using the reflectance of light emitted on the growing plants. The OptRx system then determines the vigor of the crop (Vegetative Index). Sensors obtain readings of crop conditions in a field and compares high crop vigor plants to the rest of the field. OptRx uses two crop vigor algorithms, NDVI (for small crops such as early growth wheat) and NDRE (for large crops such as corn and late growth wheat) What problems do OptRx Crop Sensors address? Challenges associated with weather and soil matter variability Target nitrogen investment directly by applying higher rates in areas that will respond favorably to more nitrogen and reducing rates in areas that are nitrogen rich.
In manure applied fields, account for the variability of nitrogen caused by fluctuating concentrations of nitrogen within manure, as well as the limitations associated with manure spreading equipment. OptRx provides a proven variable rate nitrogen prescription every year. No per-acre service fees
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COMMON NSTS FAULT FINDS
16,500
Charlie Henderson, RVT Precision Sprayer Specialist reports:
UK Sprayer tests in 2019
16,177 sprayer tests were carried out last year in the UK. That is a slight decrease from the year before which was around the 16,500. Why has it decreased? I think the main reasons are contractors are using bigger tank volume machines and this is also the case with contract farming/shared farming. The way laws and legislations are being made and decided crop spraying has now become a major data driven operation, with records needing to be kept for a number of years. With more data being transferred wirelessly onto platforms such as MyJohnDeere, the applied data of a sprayer needs to be correct when its being applied onto the crop. This ultimately means that crop sprayers need to be kept in good working order to be able to meet these legislations. I test many sprayers ranging from large self propelled machines down to 3m mounted machines and come across many different issues, usually they are a simple fix and can be resolved during the test/during the day. Here is a table from AEA regarding the top 10 most common faults from years 2018 and 2019.
Why has it decreased? Farmer contractors are using bigger tank volume machines
16,177
UK Sprayer tests in 2020 Number of Faults in 2019 3 Faults
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Top 10 most common faults from years 2018 and 2019
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Charlie Henderson, RVT Sprayer Specialist charliehenderson@reavalleytractors.com
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Intellislope is Ag Leader’s automated solution to control elevation on land drainage machines using RTK GPS corrections. The system uses an in field base station to provide a vertical accuracy of 1cm to the GPS 7500 receiver on the drainage machine. Greenstar receivers can also be used if you already use these receivers on other machines. The InCommand 1200 display features the water management application which allows the operator to survey and install drainage lines. Topography maps can be produced using the water management module or via the display if used on another machine such a utility vehicle. An important feature of lntellislope is the ability to Auto Tile. This allows the operator to survey the drainage line, turn around and install the drain from this survey. The Incommand 1200 display uses the gradient recorded, which the operator can adjust manually to suit requirements. The system allows the operator to input a minimum, maximum and target depth before installing the drain and allows the user to take manual control on the display when required. Intellislope can also function in the same way as a laser system by keeping a constant grade to suit requirements. Additionally to elevation control, Intellislope can precisely control pitch and elevation if you are using a tile plough such as a Soil Max.
The software can work out the optimal placement for the drain automatically
Intelliscope Project
INTELLISLOPE
Using Intellislope in conjunction with the SMS desktop platform allows users to import topography maps and create a drainage plan. The software can work out the optimal placement for the drain automatically which the user can manually change to suit their requirements. This can then be exported to the display for installing. Please contact me if you would like to find out more information on any Ag Leader systems.
Carl Atkins, RVT Precision Specialist carlatkins@reavalleytractors.com
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MIXED FLEET GUIDANCE
Greenstar Guidance installed on a Case Self-propelled sprayer
Greenstar Guidance & Section Control Installed on a Case Self-propelled sprayer
Greenstar Guidance installed on a Case CVX 170
Greenstar Guidance installed on a Case Puma
Greenstar Guidance installed on a Bateman Sprayer Greenstar Guidance installed on a Claas Combine
Greenstar Guidance installed on Massey Ferguson tractors
Greenstar Guidance installed on a Fendt 720 Greenstar Guidance installed on a New Holland combine
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Projects
Potato Yield Mapping This year RVT Precision have installed some bespoke yield mapping systems onto Grimme Potato Harvesters. The system utilises weigh cells fitted to the machine which measure the crop as it passes through. A John Deere application controller is then used to enable the readings to be displayed and recorded on the John Deere display. The yield is documented from individual varieties to see the variation across a field. The data can be stored and viewed in the John Deere Operations Centre and used for further analysis such as comparing to application or tillage maps to make informed decisions.
Call RVT Precision on 01743 289100 to find out more about a yield mapping systems for your Grimme harvester.
Distance Trip Tree Planter John Deere’s Distance Trip is a feature within the application controller. This feature allows customers to set automated triggers to an implement mechanism at pre-defined distances as they travel forward in work. This gives us the ability to control hydraulic systems and mechanical systems that require accurate and consistent spacing. An example of the systems use is planting trees, being able to trigger the planting mechanism at the correct spacing as well as achieving the correct lateral spacing with the autosteer.
Section Control on a potato planter
One of the most important features of Distance Trip is the ability to be able to set an origin point which is the fixed point of the sequence. This allows the user to set different pattern types between passes which include:
• • • •
Parallel lines Grid patterns Equilateral triangles Integrated angles
• Alternating rows • Fence post • Manual trip
Within the set-up, the operator can name the field operation and save the origin point so they can return to the work if it isn’t completed. The operator can also set up multiple machines in the controller to easily switch between.
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DIGITAL SOLUTIONS HUMMINGBIRD PARTNERSHIP Hummingbird Technologies now work alongside John Deere and Rea Valley Tractors offering digital solutions to create variable rate applications through up-to-date satellite imagery. Advanced crop analytics creates earlier data driven decisions that optimise applications to increase yields and create a more sustainable farming business. Hummingbird Technologies is an artificial intelligence platform using the latest deep learning and computer vision techniques along with proprietary algorithms to provide actionable intelligence to farmers and agri-businesses at key decisionmaking times in the growing season. The company analyses remote sensing data to help farmers identify early problems in their crops such as crop health, disease risk and detection, weed mapping and yield prediction as well as valuable information such as canopy coverage, plant counting, size and biomass estimation, with the objective of optimising inputs and maximising efficiency. Their platform is utilised at key decision-making points in the growing season to allow intelligent and specific information to inform chemical or operational input decisions that decrease costs and improve outputs.
PESSL INSTRUMENTS Metos UK offer a wide range of weather monitoring equipment, from precipitation to disease forecasting, turn data driven information into increased margins for your cropping business. The new NB-IoT (Narrow Band Internet of Things) system which can now be used in conjunction with stationary devices that send very small amounts of data frequently, can tolerate long latencies and are located in places that other technologies would struggle to get signal to. This gets rid of the need for additional hardware which we have needed previously.
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Provides data to give greater insights in crop production, giving data driven solution tools. Provides variable rate application files to precision target inputs on crops Maximising yield potentials Cost saving on inputs Reducing the negative environmental impact from the overuse of blanket spray chemicals and fertilisers
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Extremely reliable and accurate Compatible with multi brand equipment The most efficient signal on the market Dedicated support line and training
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Remote display access Guidance for all makes and models
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Multi unit discount across fleets
Network Coverage ...if a base station loses power you will automatically jump across to another without any effect on position
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NETWORK UPDATE Since we introduced RVT RTK over 8 years ago we have added and upgraded a number of different base stations to cover a greater area of our territory, to keep you covered no matter your location. We have now made a further investment in networking our base stations together which means that no matter which base station you are using you will not see any movement in guidance lines or boundaries as seen in the past, this will increase accuracy and reliability. It will mean if a base station loses power you will
automatically jump across to another without any effect on position. We have positioned an additional base on our sister company’s (Altegra) headquarters in Somerset which is already servicing customers in that area, if you are from that area and would like more information please get in touch with the RVT Precision team.
WHEN YOU UPGRADE TO RVT RTK! The RVT Precision kit includes a RVT Precision fleece, tape measure, thermos mug, RVT pen, mug and hat!
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T: 01743 289100
RVT SHREWSBURY Seven Acres, Newport Road, Shrewsbury, SY4 4RR T: 01743 289104
RVT NEWPORT Audley Avenue, Industrial Estate, Newport, TF10 7BX Tel: 01952 822922
RVT SUDBURY Ashacres Industrial Estate, Sudbury, DE6 5GX T: 01283 821345
RVT WELSHPOOL Severn Road, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7AZ T: 01938 553900
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