June 2021

www.hpmag.co.uk HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS June 2021 29 for the full picture visit www.twisterflex.com Parker Hannifin is expanding its ISOBUS Suite software by launching the full version of its ISOBUS Task Controller (TC) for standardised work management on agricultural vehicles such as tractors, harvesters and other self-propelled machines. ISOBUS TC functions as a link between FMIS (Farm Management Information System) software and implements controls on the vehicle, managing an ISOBUS task from FMIS and issuing accurate documentation of completed work and other relevant data. The major benefit for users is that farming becomes more precise and effective, while costs and time reduce. To help meet the demands of modern precision farming, ISOBUS TC is able to gather geo-referenced data using GPS. As a result, it is possible to plan location-based tasks by means of variable-rate prescription maps. Variable rate control can utilize vegetation growth map data captured by satellites and drones, or crop yield map data captured from the previous season by harvesters. The use of GPS also offers another type of functionality known as section control. During operations such as spraying, sowing or fertiliser spreading, farmers can avoid distributing the product twice in the same place by automatically closing sections of the implement in areas where application has already occurred. Parker’s ISOBUS TC features an easy-to-use interface that provides an intuitive and simple way to configure even the most complex multi-function implements. Features such as clear product assignment and drag-and-drop functionality provide particular assistance. Besides the ISOBUS TC app, Parker’s ISOBUS Suite software also includes an app for the ISOBUS Universal Terminal (UT), a user interface for ISOBUS-compatible implementations, and a file server for the ISOBUS network to facilitate easy data transfer. www.parker.com ATAM, provider of encapsulated coils and industrial connections, has introduced a new range of coils, the series 471, 472 and 473. The coils are offered with the 3 different external diameters of 37mm, 45mm and 65mm, and with different electrical connections, DIN, DEUTSCH and AMP JT, to meet several customer requirements. The family of coils has been designed for use in all applications where very high resistance under highly demanding conditions is required, such as in case of extreme temperatures. The coils feature an external armature that protects them against physical damage and improves the magnetic flux; IP65/IP69k protection degrees, depending on the electrical connection chosen by the customer; a salt spray resistance for the white rust of 120h and for the red rust of 360h. The series 471, 472 and 473 coils are encapsulated in a high-quality plastic material with a Class H thermal resistance, in accordance with legislation IEC85. The technical interaction between the development and the production of encapsulated coils and industrial connections, together with a state-of-the- art test lab, allow ATAM to simulate the combined use of the 2 products in every condition, thus allowing the company to offer optimal solutions in terms of reliability, quality and convenience. www.atam.uk.com Coils for demanding applications in agriculture, forestry and farming Task Controller software for agricultural machinery