Quality proven over the long term, along with a host of features and technology, is just part of what makes Miller sprayers ideal for Australian farmers
Put simply, Miller sprayers are built for exactly what farmers need.
The brand’s national presence has steadily grown thanks to the reliability and capacity that makes them ideally suited for Australian farming requirements.
Agricultural Equipment Holdings Group, which has dealerships in New South Wales and Victoria, is a key part of the brand’s network and promoted Miller sprayers to its customer base last year through a series of on-farm demonstration days.
Miller prides itself on equipment which meets the needs of farmers – strong and durable construction, high capacities to handle broadacre environments, a suite of technology to make life easier, plus plenty of customisation options to suit unique individual needs.
Its range is based around the Nitro 7000 series, which consists of the 7310, 7380 and 7420 self-propelled models.
This selection means customers can access sprayers with tank capacities of up to 6,100L as standard (with the option of increasing this to 8,000L), up to 48m boom widths and 434hp of peak power. Even the smallest of these three models – the 7310 – offers a 4,500L capacity tank and a minimum 27m boom.
The three models are rated for 285hp, 322hp and 372hp respectively but each can produce peak power of 310hp, 382hp and 434hp.
These raw numbers point to sprayers equipped to handle the needs of large-scale Australian farms, along with a selection of power, capacity and boom widths to fit individual requirements.
Added value
It is not just the size which makes Miller sprayers ideal though. One of the biggest benefits attached to Miller’s Nitro series is the range of spraying options available.
It can be paired with the ISOBUS-compatible WeedSeeker 2 system, which uses “advanced optics and processing power” to apply herbicide directly to weeds, which can lead to up to 90 per cent less chemical being required.
Its sensors are lightweight and can also automatically adjust to changing temperatures, light quality and back- grounds, while its expanded coverage area means even the biggest booms – such as the 48m widths available in the Nitro series – can be fitted with WeedSeeker 2.
Turn compensation and section control mean no targets are missed due to changes of speed and automatic shutoff will occur in areas already treated.
Another option is Bilberry’s spot spraying system, which uses a combination of an embedded camera network, computers and highly developed algorithms.
The system’s computer analyses field images in real time, controlling the nozzles to ensure only identified weeds are sprayed.
It enables green-on-green and green-on-brown spraying, with its algorithms also allowing users to identify specific weeds.
Inside the cabin, the user has full control of the system and can select weeds to target along with the crops to protect.
This technology can also work alongside Miller’s IntelliSpray II, which allows for easy switching between blanket and spot spraying without removing the system.
IntelliSpray II, described as “the most precise application system on the market” comes standard with individual nozzle control to help reduce over application while maintaining constant pressure.
Miller also offers Spray-Air, a unique air nozzle spray system that provides deep canopy penetration.
Riding in style
This range of technology helps to maximise efficiency while lowering input costs, but it is not the only area in which Miller has aimed to excel.
Miller Intelligence is a focal point of the sprayers, providing seamless connectivity and real-time data access.
The 30cm SprayView 12 display controls all sprayer functions and provides data access, all of which can be seamlessly uploaded to the Cloud if fitted with the factory option Raven Vaper 4+.
Inside the cabin, a Sidewinder Ultra console enables critical adjustments to be made.
Comfort and practicality are also at the forefront thanks to features such as two chassis monitoring systems, which are mounted in the roof lining so as to not disrupt the operator’s line of sight to the boom, along with two spraying monitoring systems – including one mounted on an adjustable swing arm.
Vast glass windows offer 270 degrees of vision and makes sure the operator has an uninterrupted view of their surroundings so they can work both safely and productively.
Climate control, footpegs on the steering column, dimmable switches, push-button start and Bluetooth compatibility also increase comfort levels for sprayer operators inside the cabin.
Miller’s Nitro sprayers are fitted with two- wheel steer as standard with four-wheel steer available as an option.
There is also consistent weight distribution between the front and rear axles to maintain optimal stability and performance regardless of the tank volume.
Excellent ground clearance of 1.8m for the 7380 model and 2m for the 7310 adjust- able, depending on tyre selection, helps to increase crop protection.
Miller Nitro sprayers are sold through the AEH Group dealer network in New South Wales and Victoria.
These locations, along with the full Miller Nitro range, are available online at www.aehgroup.net.au