University studies have proven that savings from 35 to 60 percent can be obtained when using chemigation vs. other application methods such as aerial or ground rig. Additionally, as applications per year increase, so do the cost savings from chemigation. Chemical usage can also be decreased which makes good economic and environmental sense. Other benefits gained when chemigating include reduced energy consumption, reduced root pruning, and less soil compaction resulting from fewer trips through the field and better chemical coverage with less skips and overlaps than ground rigs or aerial spraying. Both types have their advantages and disadvantages.
Piston pumps are also easy to calibrate.
By using the output chart included in the instructions booklet provided, the operator can preset the pump output before start up, then use the calibration tube to fine tune from there. The whole process should take around 5 minutes. Under most circumstances, our pumps are simple to troubleshoot and repair right at the pivot. The pump can easily be removed from the tank stand for easy portability. Chemigation has been proven an environmentally and economically valuable crop management technique.