Designed with the challenges that growers face in mind, WEED-IT, from Croplands, provides you with more control while taking efficiency to the next level. That’s why it’s the best-selling optical spot spraying system in the world.
Using advanced sensors, WEED-IT detects chlorophyll in the leaves of actively growing weeds in fallow fields, identifying and targeting them with unrivalled accuracy. This saves you water and time, preserves precious soil moisture and minimises the weed seed bank. It also drastically reduces herbicide use, which maximises your return on investment.
Get outstanding results, even on hard-to-kill weeds, with WEED-IT – the world’s number-one optical sprayer.
When you invest in a WEED-IT from Croplands you are also investing in proven spot spraying expertise, unparalleled service standards and ongoing technical support. When it comes to weed management, WEED-IT is light-years ahead.
PRECISION WEED-IT SPRAYING
Engineered for efficiency, this optical spot spraying system’s nozzle activation, spacing and weed detection capabilities ensure speed and accuracy unlike anything else.
Superior mode of detection
WEED-IT’s near-infrared technology emits a red light, making it more sensitive to the chlorophyll in fallow weeds and less sensitive to any interfering factors. This advanced mode of detection enables faster travel speeds and targets even the smallest of weeds. Plus, its 50Hz 6-volt solenoids ensure exceptionally fast and accurate nozzle activation.
Improved resistance management
By applying precision spraying with WEED-IT, the opportunity arises to apply chemicals normally considered too expensive for blanket application and develop a long-term herbicide resistance management strategy. This means it becomes economical to employ a ‘go hard and go early’ approach to weed management, targeting young weeds and driving down the overall weed bank.
Calibrated for effortless operation
WEED-IT automatically calibrates continually, compensating for factors such as dust, daylight conditions and the presence of stubble. It also performs just as well at night, giving you a wider window for application.
Excellent turn compensation
Weeds are targeted accurately around tight corners, regardless of boom tip speed. Each system is outfitted with GPS speed sensors to determine accurate travel speed for the individual detection sensor.
Enhanced electrical system
WEED-IT’s clever 48-volt system draws far less current. This means that unlike other weed detection equipment, there’s little strain on your tractor’s electrical system. This provides faster solenoid activation and enables superior results at higher travel speeds.
COVERAGE WORLD-CLASS
Sensors distributed for precision
WEED-IT is a modular precision spraying system, which means that we can fit as many detection sensors to your sprayer as required for your farm size, maximizing your working width to 134 ft. Every detection sensor is spaced 40” apart and individually controls 4 solenoids with a nozzle spacing of 10”.
WEED-IT is designed with light-weight and robust components to withstand the tough working environments. Its modularity and independent operations platform allows for installation to a variety of spraying equipment with confidence.
In-cab monitor and controller
The easy-to-use display provides constant monitoring of solenoid and sensor operation. It reports any malfunctions or errors on-screen, including warnings for low pressure, sensor faults and voltage.
The smart design enables easy fault identification, resulting in increased productivity as you don’t need to check or monitor the machine as often.
You can also adjust the sensitivity from the menu, while the controller monitors increased boom speeds on corners and automatically adjusts response times to ensure the nozzle always hit its targets. The monitor also keeps a record of nozzle activation and sensor history.
Nozzle selection
WEED-IT has an integrated nozzle selector that takes into account, among other parameters, the top angle and orifice size. Everything to make sure that the rate selected is what your weed will be getting. Thus avoiding unexpected under-application.
Up to 55 nozzles can be selected which covers the wide variety of applications we see in modern spray programs.
Full-cone nozzles can be used for larger targets where non-systemic chemicals are strategically employed to avoid overuse of glyphosate. The full-cone spray pattern provides exceptional coverage as it gives you the advantage of spraying forwards and rearwards at an angle, enhancing penetration enhancing penetration and coverage.
APPLICATION SPRAY
Spot-spray application
WEED-IT’s spot spraying mode enables you to eliminate detectable weeds in fallow land conditions. This mode is mostly used for your postharvest burn-off and chem-fallow spray applications.
Dual mode application
In dual mode, WEED-IT enables you to apply a minimum full coverage PWM application rate and an increased rate on every single plant detected. The dual mode enables you to effectively eliminate all weeds present when your spray window is tight, and weeds are small. This mode is mostly used for your pre-seed burn-off and certain specific in-crop applications.
Full coverage
The integrated advanced PWM technology of WEED-IT, together with its ability to integrate section control, allows you full coverage application of your chemistry. Regardless of speed fluctuations, turns and boom movement, you can be confident of an even application. This mode is mostly used for your fungicide, insecticide and residual chemical application.
SELFSPRAYER PROPELLED INTEGRATION
Millennium WEED-IT boom
Together with industry specialists Croplands has developed a WEED-IT-ready aluminum boom that fits most North-American style self-propelled sprayers. Designed to withstand the additional weight of WEED-IT and accommodating for its detection sensors and 10” nozzle spacing, this is a completely standardized, turnkey solution.
The aluminum booms come with a lightweight, recirculation-ready Wilger wetboom. Powder coating is standard and available in a neutral gray tone with custom colors available on request. Full factory warranty of the booms is provided with WEED-ITa true advantage.
Are you trading in your sprayer every two years?
Swapping original booms with Millennium WEED-IT booms to your self-propelled tractor and back is a straight forward job and allows you to leave your original booms in mint condition, which will pay you back when it’s trade-in time.
Promote your current steel boom setup with a Millennium WEED-IT boom and enjoy the lightweight and stability characteristics of an aluminum boom with the advantages of precision spraying!
SELFSPRAYER PROPELLED INTEGRATION
Retrofit sprayer kits
The self-propelled sprayer retrofit kit utilizes an alloy bracket kit to reduce its weight to your current booms, while maintaining strength. Multiple retrofit kits have been developed to fit to a variety of high-clearance sprayer types. The kits are designed to be easily bolted on, which means that no alterations are required to your existing outfit to integrate your WEED-IT system. Mounting is as efficient and intuitive as the WEED-IT’s performance.
7000 CROPLANDS
The first fully integrated twin-tank, twin-line sprayer.
The WEED-IT 7000 takes weed control to the next level. Named after its 7000L main tank, it also includes an 800L flushing tank and 1500L hot/spot tank, the latter of which holds high-concentration chemicals for spot spraying which aid in the management of hard-to-kil weeds and combating herbicide resistance.
Coming standard with twin tanks and twin spray lines, the Croplands WEED-IT 7000 gives you unparalleled flexibility to tailor the application to your specific requirements.
Both boom lines feature a prime/recirculation/flush system to eliminate waste at the headland, keep products in suspension, and easily decontaminate the sprayer.
The WEED-IT 7000 has been engineered with Australia’s tough conditions in mind. From improved chassis and suspension system to the development of the contourfollowing boom, which is specifically designed so sensors target even the smallest weeds, every element has been made for high durability and productivity.
To reduce your chemical use, minimise weed seed banks while retaining soil moisture, look no further.
Access platform
The up-and-over platform allows safe and easy access from both sides of the sprayer to the tanks.
The smartly designed platform provides ample chemical storage space.
Standard air ride drawbar system
Heavy-duty adjustable hitch and swivelling eye drawbar and integrated Hendrickson airbag suspension.
1500L hot tank
Used for alternative or high-concentration chemicals for spot spraying.
Level indicator
Located on the main tank. An electronic in-cab display monitors the hot tank, the main tank level indicator is optional.
7000L main tank
WEED-IT sensors or the blanket line can be run from the main tank, utilising the dual pumps simultaneously. For example, a pre-emergent herbicide could be applied through the blanket line, while the spot-spray line may apply a knockdown herbicide to existing weeds.
Deeper sump capacity
Important for optical spot spraying, as 100L goes a long way and covers a lot of land.
Boom recirculation
Recirculation plumbing keeps boom lines active with improved flow response.
800L flushing tank
Used to regularly flush the boom system and main tanks. Its large capacity may provide enough fresh water to finish the last few hectares.
Dual handwash facilities
To provide fresh water for any chemical spills or emergencies.
Front tank chemical induction hopper
30L hopper transfers chemical directly to the 1500L hot tank.
High capacity flow
Two hydraulically driven centrifugal pumps, ideal for spot spraying applications.
Central control panel
Filling, flushing, chemical mixing and induction are all managed from one central point.
Self-fill function
The self-filling pump can be used with a 2” camlock for fast and efficient filling.
Fully integrated chemical induction hopper
The 60L chemical hopper is fully integrated to the sprayer’s control system and delivers chemical to the 7000L main tank, combined with a chemical suction probe to induct chemicals from smaller drums. Optional 12V chemical transfer pump system for use with enviro drums.
Air ride boom suspension
Features airbags to control ride height and coil springs to provide smooth and responsive ride for the sensors.
Chassis and axle
Robust design with three-metre air suspension axle and automatic ride height valve.
Oversize sign, mud guards and mud flaps along with rear mounted road lights, mounted at the boom tips provide protection and safety.
LINKAGE
Lightweight and easy to transport, WEED-IT three-point linkage sprayers are customizable and versatile in use.
Croplands developed a range of highly robust and easy to use linkage sprayers. Ranging up to 80 ft in working width, and equipped with a set of touch down wheels, a smooth and efficient spraying experience is guaranteed.
Providing you the perfect dedicated tool for application in specialty crops and (chem) fallow applications.
WEED-IT
• Easy to use and compact console provides constant solenoid and sensor operation feedback, with malfunctions or errors reported on-screen.
• Its integrated 50Hz PWM system allows turn and speed compensation for an accurate rate application.
Tanks and plumbing
• Polyethylene main tank fitted with hinged lid top/bottom fill and fully draining sump. UV and chemical resistant. Easy-access bottom fill and controls. Can be filled through standard 2” coupling.
• 60L fresh water/ handwashing tank for operator safety.
• Recirculation plumbing keeps boom lines active with improved flow response.
• Pressure filters trap particles before reaching solenoid valves and nozzles.
Chemical handling
• 30L chemical hopper fitted as standard equipment.
Chassis
• Chrome moly fabrication for excellent boom structural strength and reduced weight. Includes easy access platform designed for maximum durability, fitted with stands for when sprayer is uncoupled.
WEED-IT is a versatile precision spraying tool, which is independently operating. This means that the system can be an asset in a wide variety of applications. Ranging from accurate research applications to maintenance for public areas, Croplands can be consulted to explore the perfect tool for your operation, and work towards a custom solution.
SONIC
WEED-IT
1500 or 3000L optional hot tank
Designed and manufactured in Western Australia, the xCroplands Sonic is an alternative platform, utilising the same WEED-IT technology to control hard to kill weeds and delay the onset of herbicide resistance.
Spot spraying sensors can be run from the hot tank, leaving the main tank to perform a blanket spray.
This common ‘hot mix’ strategy enables the use of alternative or high concentration chemicals for spot spraying.
500L flushing tank
Used to regularly flush the boom system and main tanks, its large capacity may provide enough fresh water to finish the last few hectares.
The cable-suspended hydraulic lifting boom is suitable in conditions where a ground-following boom would be compromised, such as avoiding ground obstacles and where quick folding for constant road usage is required.
Central control panel
Filling, flushing, chemical mixing and induction are all managed from one central point.
Chemical induction hopper 40L induction hopper is integrated to the sprayers control system to deliver chemical to either tank.
30L handwash tank
Adequate water available for hand washing when required.
5000 or 7000L main tank
Spot spraying sensors or blanket line can be run from the main tank, utilising the dual pumps simultaneously. For example, a pre-emergent herbicide could be
Hydraulic drive centrifugal pumps
Ideal for spot spraying applications.
A second pump is provided if the twin tank and twin line option is selected.
24 or 36-metre boom
Left and right fence-line nozzles
Tank level indicators
Sight gauge is located on the main tank. Optional electronic in-cab display can monitor the hot tank and/or the main tank.
Tandem suspension
Taillights and rotating beacon
SPRAYWISE
Minimising spray drift is a major goal in all agricultural areas.
It is more important than ever that the agricultural industry demonstrates responsible chemical usage to reduce the need for severe application restrictions.
The SprayWise stewardship program is a Nufarm and Croplands initiative to encourage best-practice spraying and drift management techniques.
Giving you access to tools, research results and training courses to assist you to better understand spray application parameters and to better manage your spraying activities.
SprayWise Application Handbooks are used widely by specialist application consultants.
