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ACE PUMP CORP. — Gemini Dual Pump Kit
Tech Specs: he Gemini Dual Pump Kit from Ace Pump Corp. allows users to apply two liquids at different rates while only requiring one valuable tractor hydraulic connection. It may be used on tractors with either load sensing or pressure compensated closed center hydraulic systems. The package includes everything needed for manual operation and can also be controlled automatically using pulse width modulation (PWM) control signals from the customer’s controller to the included proportional valves.
Compatibility Index: Exclusively Aftermarket Product
WOW Factor: This is the first and only aftermarket kit of its kind that allows for variable-rate application of two different liquid fertilizers, pesticides or other crop inputs.
AGSENSE — Field Commander
Tech Specs: The Field Commander system from AgSense incorporates patented GPS technology to remotely monitor and control irrigation systems from web-connected smartphones, tablets and computers. Users have the ability to manage a mixed fleet of hydraulic and electric pivots and bringing them to a single web dashboard with a mobile app. Set machine speed by percent timer, pivot angle, application rate, hours per revolution or hours to stop angle.
Compatibility Index: Exclusively Aftermarket Product
WOW Factor: The system features the only telemetry that can be programmed to automatically change speed or VRI tables depending on the direction of the machine.
