Ag Leader helps perfect the turn with TurnPath™

PRECISION agriculture technology specialist, Ag Leader, has introduced a new 'hands free' turning option to its industry-leading guidance and steering systems.

The aptly-named TurnPath system provides fully automatic, precise and repeatable end-of-row turning from either straight or curved guidance patterns.

Passes can be easily skipped if desired.

Ag Leader Sales Manager - Asia Pacific, Douglas Amos, says the new function optimises turning accuracy and efficiency.

"Every farmer in Australia can relate to the frustration of turning machinery and large implements around at headlands," he says.

"You have to disengage the autosteer system, take back the steering wheel, shut down and disengage the implement, make the turn, line up the next pass and then re-engage the implement. 

"You just about need two sets of hands to manage everything.

"TurnPath makes turning completely 'hands-free', so the operator can focus on other tasks."

Douglas says the technology has been successfully tested on more than 60 different machines across four continents.

"Ag Leader's goal has always been to make farming easier and TurnPath is a good example of that," he says.

"It's easy to set up, it's easy to use, it performs consistently and it works seamlessly across your entire fleet."

TurnPath will be available as a one-time unlock option through the InCommand display from November 2023 onwards.

A free demonstration is available.

To take advantage of TurnPath, the machine must be equipped with a SteerCommand Z2 or SteadySteer system in combination with an InCommand 1200, InCommand 800 & InCommand 800 Guidance Only display.

Any correction source can be used, although the best results are achieved with TerraStar-C Pro or RTK.

Ag Leader is offering up to $6000 trade in on legacy equipment for SteerCommand packages, including an InCommand 1200 display and your choice of TerraStar-C Pro or RTK guidance signal, purchased before 30 September 2023.

"SteerCommand Z2 is a completely integrated guidance system that utilises CAN, integrated steering or external hydraulic valves, while SteadySteer is an assisted system that mounts to your steering wheel," Douglas says.

"InCommand 1200 is all-in-one, isobus-compatible display that controls a range of precision planting, spraying, harvesting and decision support systems.

"This high definition, low-glare 30 cm touchscreen display has built-in lightbar guidance, four camera inputs and split-screen capability.

"It has wireless connectivity that allows you to sync and share guidance lines, coverage maps, live statistics, yield information and satellite imagery with other connected machines and remote devices.

"In combination, installing a SteerCommand and InCommand system are the first steps towards improving the efficiency of your all your cropping operations."

Come chat with the experts about how you can switch-out or upgrade your existing equipment, at the AgSmart Expo (site AS/36) in Bendigo this Thursday and Friday.

About Ag Leader: Ag Leader is a pioneer and innovator in the development of technology that helps farmers to plan, plant, apply and harvest crops more efficiently and profitably. Established in 1992, the company produces a range of integrated and easy-to-use guidance, application control and decision support systems used during planting, spreading, spraying and harvesting operations. Based in Ames, Iowa, USA, Ag Leader is a privately-owned and family-operated business that employs more than 280 people worldwide.

More information: Ag Leader Sales Manager - Asia Pacific, Douglas Amos, 0428 409 885, or visit https://portal.agleader.com/community/s/article/7069?language=en_US