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Oberdorfer - Applications - Agriculture - Preservative Spray Systems

Preservative Spray Systems

Agricultural Protection with Oberdorfer Gear Pumps

In both crop protection and livestock care, spraying systems are essential for applying insecticides, pesticides, and preservatives. These systems help control pests such as flies, lice, ticks, weevils, worms, and other harmful insects that can damage crops or affect animal health. Oberdorfer gear pumps are a key component in these systems, delivering precise and reliable fluid transfer in rugged field conditions.

How the System Works

  1. Chemical Reservoir: Holds the preservative or insecticide solution.
  2. Oberdorfer Gear Pump: Draws the chemical from the tank and delivers it at a controlled rate.
  3. Blower Unit: Mounted on a tractor or sprayer, it generates a high-velocity air stream.
  4. Spray Nozzles: The chemical is injected into the air stream, creating a fine mist that covers crops or livestock.
  5. Application: The mist reaches deep into foliage or around animals, ensuring thorough coverage.

Tractor-Mounted Operation

  • PTO-Driven: Oberdorfer gear pumps can be mounted directly to a tractor’s Power Take-Off (PTO) shaft, using the tractor’s mechanical energy to power the pump.
  • Field-Ready Design: Compact, durable, and resistant to vibration and dust—ideal for outdoor agricultural use.

Why Oberdorfer Gear Pumps Are Ideal for Preservative Spraying

1. Accurate Flow Control

  • Gear pumps provide steady, metered flow, ensuring consistent chemical application without overuse or waste.

2. Chemical Compatibility

  • Constructed with bronze housings and stainless steel shafts, Oberdorfer pumps resist corrosion from agricultural chemicals.

3. Long Service Life

  • Carbon-graphite bearings are wear-resistant, even in abrasive or chemically active environments.

4. Easy Integration

  • Can be mounted on tractors, sprayers, or standalone units, and easily connected to blower systems.

Benefits for Farmers and Growers

  • Protects Crops and Livestock: Reduces pest-related damage and disease.
  • Improves Yield and Quality: Healthier plants and animals lead to better productivity.
  • Reduces Labor: Automated or PTO-driven systems reduce manual spraying effort.
  • Environmentally Responsible: Precise application minimizes chemical runoff and overuse.

Typical Use Cases

  • Fruit Orchards: Mist application of insecticides to protect apples, citrus, grapes, etc.
  • Vegetable Farms: Spraying preservatives on leafy greens, tomatoes, and root crops.
  • Livestock Barns and Pastures: Applying fly and tick repellents to cattle, horses, and poultry.
  • Grain Storage: Treating stored grains to prevent weevil and insect infestation.