AgriTech - Articles, Stories & Interviews
igutex® bearing range vs bronze bearings
These dirt-resistant bearings are ideal for applications where they are going to encounter extreme conditions. The specially formulated bearing is also media-resistant, again making it ideal for outdoor applications.
Monarch Tractor Announces $133M Series C Funding - Marking Largest-Ever Raise in Agricultural Robotics
With this latest raise, the company behind the world's first fully electric, driver-optional, smart tractor cements its position as a leader in the space
Closing the Skills Gap in AgTech - Hartnell College
The transformation of the agricultural sector requires a tech-savvy, skilled workforce. With tech innovation outpacing workforce development, the technical skills gap that currently exists is putting a strain on many agricultural communities.
‘Autonomous Growing makes me sleep better as a head grower’
JPI Farms from Canada grows cucumbers and bell peppers. Innovative tools are constantly being looked at to simplify and improve processes inside the greenhouse.
The Harsh Truth About LED Greenhouse Lighting
Here we will take a look at several reasons why sunlight is often preferred over LED greenhouse lighting when available and how we may optimize this free light source while considering the benefits of supplemental light for plants.
What is the best plain bearing for agricultural machinery?
Everywhere a variety of forces are being applied to plain bearings, which have a wide range of motion profiles and varying requirements for sealing against dirt and moisture. And that is just sowing coulter bearing points
Automating pick-and-place in food manufacturing
The requirements included automatic pick and place of up to 60 keys per minute, seamless integration with the existing production line and a minimal factory floor footprint.
AgriTech - Featured Stories
Revolutionizing grain cleaning: Metra unveils AI-powered color sorters
These cutting-edge machines are set to transform the grain cleaning industry by significantly enhancing the efficiency and precision of sorting processes. The new AI-driven color sorters are already available now, bringing a revolutionary approach to grain quality control.
Purdue Extension leads workforce development project with AgriProspects network
AgriProspects fosters regional cooperation, identifies workforce ecosystem gaps and offers collaborative, adaptive solutions to local and regional employment challenges.
Agriculture Robots Market is projected to surpass USD 80 billion revenue by 2032
Farmers and agricultural enterprises are embracing robotic solutions to optimize crop production while reducing environmental impact. These technologies enable precision agriculture, efficient resource utilization, and eco-friendly farming.
AgriTech - News Headlines
LUCID Adds High-Resolution Sony IMX992 and IMX993 SenSWIR Sensors to Triton2 - 2.5GigE Camera
The camera's capability of imaging in the short-wavelength infrared spectrum allows for superior performance in various industrial applications, including semiconductor inspection, food and agriculture, medical and life sciences, material sorting and packaging.
Quectel Unveils Industry-First Quad-Band GNSS Module, Expanding Comprehensive GNSS Solutions Portfolio
Providing the instantaneous centimeter-level accuracy needed to ensure the precision required for applications such as precision agriculture, robotic lawn mowers, surveying and personal robots, the module also delivers superior coverage that supports base stations from greater distances, ensuring reliable performance.
Nature's Miracle Announces Grow Light Sales Order of $5.1 Million by What Rebates LLC
Due to our focus on sales growth and marketing, Nature's Miracle continues to receive significant demand for our Efinity brand grow lights and remains firmly positioned to be a leading provider of energy efficient lighting and other products in the indoor grow market.
iFarm to build a robotic vertical farm in Switzerland
The vertical farm will have a 1,031 m² cultivation area, and will produce green crops, amounting to several tons of ultra-fresh greens per month. The yield will be distributed to the country's major retail chains.
SweetWater Technologies Announces First Drone Franchise Partners: Innovating Agriculture through New Business Models and Drone Technology
The announcement marks a milestone in SweetWater Technologies' mission to elevate agronomic practices through innovative business practices and cutting-edge drone technology.
AgriTech - Featured Product
NORD IE5+ Motors: Highest Gearmotor Efficiency in a Compact Design
NORD gear units, motors, and electronic control products focus on durability, adaptability, and high efficiency for a wide range of manufacturing applications with over 20,000,000 standard configuration options. Featuring IE5+ PMS motors that can work effectively at partial loads and low speeds thanks to their constant torque and high overload capacity. Their smooth surface and ventilated designs provide ultimate versatility and variant reduction. Combined with surface protection options, such as IP69k or NORD's state-of-the-art nsd tupH Sealed Surface Conversion System, NORD drives are ready to take on the demands of extreme manufacturing environments.
AgriTech - Featured Company
igus
In agricultural applications, solutions that can stand up to rough conditions such as dirt, dust, heat, shock and edge loads are essential. Igus makes this possible with its cable carriers and plastic bearings that are characterized by their outstanding resilience and long service life. These products can be used in tractors, disc harrows, fertilizers, field sprayers, and other agricultural equipment. In many applications, metallic bushings or recirculating ball bearing guides can be replaced by self-lubricating polymer plain bearings to not only improve technology, but significantly reduce costs as well.
