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What is the Advantage of a Drag Hose System?

This often occurs in spring, when there is a larger full effluent pond that needs to be emptied in the two or three fine weather days in a row.  Traditional pumping cannot put out effluent fast enough, but a drag hose system does have the capability to move effluent quickly and efficiently in the days […]

What is the Best Way to Manage Effluent from a Slatted Floor Cow Barn?

Manage Effluent with a Slurry Tanker A slurry tanker is the best way to remove the top layer of effluent because of its ability suck the slurry layer through a vacuum. With only requiring one farm worker to load and apply effluent, it gives the ability for smaller runs more regularly, or the option to […]

The Benefits of Contractors Managing Dairy Effluent

Benefits Of Managing Dairy Effluent The ability to provide multiple types of agricultural services to your clients has many benefits. Not only does it keep staff busy during the slower season, it also can fill in the gap for more cash flow. Keeping tractors and other equipment in storage can come at a cost, but […]

Is Galvanised Steel Better than Paint for Effluent Equipment?

Durability Of Coating Galvanised coating is better than paint in effluent equipment for a number of reasons. Zinc-iron alloy layers of hot-dipped galvanised (HDG) steel coating are durable in nature and have a rare need for maintenance, unlike field touch-ups that are required for painted bare steel. Paint vs. Galvanised Steel Coating Paint often requires […]

What Size Pond Stirrer do I Need?

Pond Stirrer Length and Power The two main aspects to consider are the length of the pond stirrer and the power capacity. The length of the stirrer is determined by the overall size of the pond and the batter of the pond wall. If the angle of the wall slopes down at a 45-degree angle […]

Are Slurry Tankers Really a Cost Effective Way to Spread Effluent?

Benefits of a Slurry Tanker Unlimited Reach Slurry tankers have unlimited reach across multiple paddocks and areas of operation. A slurry tanker allows you to reach a greater area without concern of toxic build up over time that could create health problems for animals. Whether you have long or irregular shaped paddocks, a slurry tanker […]

Benefits of Spreading Effluent in a Dry Summer

Increases Water Holding Capacity Irrigating has the ability to improve paddocks by increasing the water holding capacity of the soil to ensure the pasture recovers effectively. One approach to applying effluent to assist with improving pasture conditions is to utilise a Nevada RainWave™ Applicator. With a gentle low-pressure rain pattern and the ideal heavy droplet […]

Is Effluent a Good Fertiliser for Growing Maize?

There are a few reasons why effluent is a great fertiliser when growing maize. One reason is effluent is a natural fertiliser that also operates as a soil conditioner. The organic matter in the effluent helps build up soil structure in order for the soil to hold adequate water and nutrients to encourage plant growth. […]

Are Travelling Irrigators the Most Labour Efficient for Effluent Management?

Irrigating regular shaped paddocks If you have regular shaped or long paddocks, then a travelling irrigator is a labour efficient option to consider. Travelling irrigators are able to be set up in an hour and run for up to three hours (depending on the length of the paddock) with the ability to move it easily […]

How to Stir an Effluent Bladder Tank

Remove stones and sand In order for a bladder tank to run effectively, it needs to have the sand, stones and grit removed from the effluent stream before it reaches the tank. Utilising stone traps are a vital part of an effective effluent system to remove any grit that may interfere with the drainage of […]

Progress Cavity Vs Floating Centrifugal Effluent Pumps

To know which is the right option for your farm, let’s look at what each pump has to offer. Progressive Cavity Effluent Pump A progressive cavity pump (PC Pump) is a shore mounted option that is safer, service efficient, and longer lasting. The optimal performance ensures a consistent flow rate and greater efficiency for lower […]

How Often Should an Effluent Pond be Stirred?

Why It’s Important To Stir Effluent Stirring your effluent pond storage thoroughly allows for everything to stay in suspension. This keeps solids from crusting on the top and developing weed growth, or creating a hard layer at the bottom that can become almost impossible to break up. It is especially important to stir thoroughly if […]