Boom Sprayer Management
Chemical use experts, Alan Roberts, DPI Program Manager - Chemical Standards Field Services and Craig Day from Spray Safe and Save look at the changing face of boom spray technology, discuss how to prepare for a successful job and provide some innovative tips to manage and mitigate spray drift.
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Boom sprayer management
Before undertaking a spray job, the boom sprayer needs to be checked to ensure it’s working properly.
Boom pressure and nozzle testing
A spray plan example is used to explain how to test spray pressure. Nozzle pressure is also checked to ensure they are working correctly.
Foam markers and tank filling devices
A reminder why foam markers are useful and we explain how a mixing hopper can be used as a measuring device.
Mixing order and water quality
The order chemicals are mixed and water quality can be critical to ensuring chemical efficacy. Learn why water pH is an important consideration when preparing a tank of dimethoate.
Spray drift mitigation
Once again, we look at the impact of spray drift, including factors contributing to drift and precautionary measures to minimise risk, including cutting out the perimeter and travel speed. Two farmers share how their operations have improved from using the right nozzles to reduce drift.
Priming, flushing and record keeping
Priming is important when operating sprayers with autospray technology to avoid having poor chemical coverage where you begin to spray. Correctly flushing the spray unit reduces the risk of off-target chemical movement. We also cover compulsory record keeping requirements.
