Sprayer section
A sprayer section is an independent part of the spray boom equipped with nozzles that can be switched on or off separately from the rest of the system.
Также говорят: boom section, sprayer segment, section control valve
Section control is a precision farming technology designed to minimize overlap and prevent chemical wastage at the field edges, point rows, and irregular corners. By disabling specific sections, the operator ensures that only necessary areas receive treatment.
Implementing this system significantly optimizes chemical usage, lowers costs, and prevents localized crop damage caused by over-application. It is particularly effective in large fields with obstacles where managing the entire boom width is inefficient.
A common mistake is failing to calibrate the section width in the GPS controller, which leads to gaps or excessive overlapping. Maintenance issues, such as sticking solenoid valves or delayed response times, can also lead to inconsistent application patterns if not checked regularly.