Australian agriculture is undergoing a digital revolution. From broadacre grain farming to high-intensity fruit sorting, “AgTech” is bringing industrial-grade automation out of the factory and into the field.

Sensing in the Elements

Industrial sensors used in AgTech face unique challenges: extreme UV exposure, fine organic dust, and fluctuating power supplies from mobile machinery.

• Level Sensing: Ultrasonic sensors are used in grain silos and liquid fertiliser tanks to provide non-contact, accurate level measurements, even in dusty environments where optical sensors fail.
• Sorting Efficiency: In fruit and nut processing, di-soric colour and vision sensors allow for the automatic sorting of produce based on size, ripeness, and quality, significantly reducing labour costs.

Resilience on the Move

For mobile AgTech applications, the GMT MSG-156E’s wide input range (18VDC – 28VDC) is a lifesaver. It can handle the “dirty” power of a tractor or harvester’s electrical system while providing the operator with a high-definition interface for GPS and machine monitoring.

Taking your operation to the next level with AgTech? ION Technology Group has the rugged hardware to make it happen.