SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Trimble
(NASDAQ: TRMB) introduced today its Irrigate-IQ™ optimal flow
solution. This industry-first technology enables growers without a
variable frequency drive irrigation pump to focus their irrigation
efforts onto areas of their fields that produce the best return on
investment.
Irrigate-IQ optimal flow enables growers who have standard
irrigation pump equipment to incorporate no spray areas within
their irrigation plan. By utilizing no spray areas, growers
concentrate their irrigation efforts in portions of their field
that are highest producing, which can lead to maximized yield. This
is especially valuable in regions with water restrictions or
limited water resources.
Growers without a variable frequency drive pump are typically
unable to use no spray areas in their irrigation plans without
risking damage to their equipment due to significant pressure
changes. As a result, these growers have been unable to optimize
water resources across their fields to improve crop quality and
yield.
With its unique technology, Irrigate-IQ optimal flow utilizes
standard pump equipment to keep water pressure regulated across the
entire pivot, even when operating in no spray areas. The system
allows the pivot to operate within a defined pressure range, even
as the water table reduces throughout the growing season and less
water is available, or if a well goes out. This reduces the risk
for equipment damage.
"We are excited to be the first in the industry to enable
growers without a variable frequency drive to begin enjoying the
benefits of using no spray areas," said David Fitzpatrick, Water Solutions business area
director of Trimble's Agriculture Division. "Many growers farm in
areas with water restrictions or limited water resources. With
Irrigate-IQ optimal flow, these growers can move water to the
highest producing areas of their fields without making a
substantial investment in a variable frequency drive pump. This
means growers can maximize their yields with minimal
investment."
"In west Texas we never have
enough water, and the irrigation experts here have found that
between 15 and 30 percent of all acres under a pivot are what I
like to call 'bad dirt.' These areas do not produce high yields no
matter the inputs," said Jerry
Brightbill, owner of South Plains Precision Ag, a Trimble
reseller who sells the Irrigate-IQ solution. "Over the last several
years we spent between $125 and $175
per acre on irrigation in west Texas, which means we lost money on every
gallon we put on bad dirt. With Irrigate-IQ optimal flow we can
apply water directly on areas of the field that will produce the
highest yield. As a result, I believe this technology can transform
the way we irrigate in the future."
About Irrigate-IQ
The Irrigate-IQ precision irrigation solution is flexible and
scalable, allowing farmers to begin with basic remote monitoring
and control of their pivots via the Internet, and then easily
upgrade to optimal flow or variable rate irrigation (VRI) as their
needs evolve. The solution can be installed on most pivot makes and
models regardless of manufacturer or panel type, such as basic or
smart panels. It also includes reports about where water or
fertilizer has been applied.
Availability
Irrigate-IQ optimal flow is currently available worldwide. To
learn more about Trimble's Irrigate-IQ solution, visit:
http://www.trimble.com/Agriculture/irrigate-iq.aspx.
About Trimble's Agriculture Division
Trimble Agriculture solutions enable customers to maximize
efficiency and reduce chemical and fertilizer inputs while also
protecting natural resources and the environment. Trimble's
precision agriculture solutions cover all seasons, crops, terrains,
and farm sizes, and its brand-agnostic strategy allows farmers to
use Trimble products on most vehicles in their fleet—regardless of
manufacturer. To enable better decision making, Trimble offers the
Connected Farm™ solution which allows farmers to collect, share,
and manage information across their farm in real time. To optimize
water use, Trimble provides water solutions for irrigation,
drainage, and land leveling. Trimble's product suite includes
vehicle and implement guidance and steering, as well as a portfolio
of correction options that are the most versatile of their kind in
the industry. Additional solutions include an unmanned aircraft
system (UAS) for aerial imaging and mapping; application control
for seed, liquid, and granular products; a harvest solution; and
farm management software.
For more information on Trimble Agriculture, visit:
www.trimble.com/agriculture.
About Trimble
Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in
businesses and government significantly more productive. Solutions
are focused on applications requiring position or
location—including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and
asset management, public safety and mapping. In addition to
utilizing positioning technologies, such as GPS, lasers and optics,
Trimble solutions may include software content specific to the
needs of the user. Wireless technologies are utilized to deliver
the solution to the user and to ensure a tight coupling of the
field and the back office. Founded in 1978, Trimble is
headquartered in Sunnyvale,
Calif.
For more information, visit: www.trimble.com.
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