Is a Faster Drone better?
This question can raise a few eyebrows in the drone Industry, but with aerial spraying there are many factors which determine application speed. The fact is drone spray systems are generating larger volume outputs than ever, which allows for a faster travelling speed as the spray system is able to keep up. Going from an […]
Is a Bigger Drone Better?
Their is no denying that Spray drones are becoming more popular, and with greater popularity creates more attention on which company has the best design and biggest capacity! From my perspective, going from a 16 litre machine with a maximum 6 metre spray width to a 40 litre and 11 metre spray width was definately […]
Oakdale’s new Machine DJI T40
After some time battling with my red machine “MAX”, sadly it was brought to an abrupt halt (with a pile of Rocks) on a hilly spray job out at Canowindra NSW. Oh well that’s why we have Insurance and fortunately they are still making them! The thing is our P30 was getting old and parts […]
Thistle spraying with a Drone
It’s Thistle season and i’ve been out drone spraying Variagated and Saffron Thistle. its important to get on top of them before they get too big or past the rosette stage.🌺 Sheep and fine Wool producers are concerned about these two thistle species degrading wool quality and taking over valuable grazing land.🐑 Both properties being […]
Automated vs Manual Flight?
Most operators prefer automated flight operation right? and for good reason especially when applying product. But sometimes manual is the only practical option🤔 ✓The great thing about automation is it’s left up to the drones flight controller, which allows for; →Accurate application, because you know exacly where you are up too→Recording of obstacles, to provent […]
Why is Drone Seeding so efficient?
Aerial Seeding (or spreading) is another excellent use for an application drone! Spreading solid products like seed, grain, granule, and pellets is where they are at the peak of efficiency! Why?🤔 ✓Aerial seeding has the same advantages as aerial spraying such as effortless application, non-destructive and precision but there a few more things unique to […]
How much area with a Spray drone?
How much area can you spray with your drone? Is a common and Important question because it determines the feasibility of whether or not to use drones in a project! 🤔The common reply is “it depends” Which tends to frustrate people because it’s not a helpful answer, but it really does! 🫤 St john’s wort can […]
The Challenges of a Drone Pilot
Like most drone pilots I’ve faced my fair share of Challenges, but when operating a spraying drone they have their own unique set of difficulties. Each jobsite is different some are ideal, and others have a multitude of challenges which will put the most experienced pilot to the test!😬 🚁💧 Trees are everywhere and a […]
Drones making life Safer and Easier!
Yes, drones can make life safer and easier they are truly a marvel of modern technology, but what does that all mean? I’ve been tasked with some tricky jobs, and I can tell you there was just no other option but to use a Drone. There are many benefits in using Drones but I’m talking […]
Spray or Swath width?
The terms “Swath” and “Spray” width are often used interchangeably, but it’s important to make a distinction between the two. The two widths are completely different and have an important relationship with each other related to aerial application efficiency. *Spray width is the “Spray” output width of the machine and is determined by; *Swath width […]