CONTROLLING FEEDLOT DUST WITH BIG GUN SPRINKLERS

High temperatures and low humidity can create harmful manure dust in feedlots. However, overwatering to control dust can lead to odour problems and standing water. Fortunately, with its adjustable nozzles and wide pressure range, the Big Gun Sprinkler ensures uniform water coverage while cooling livestock and promoting healthier eating habits. In addition, these systems are installed along fence lines or on protective risers and use wireless automation (TWIG Wireless Control Systems) for efficient, cost-effective dust control and cooling, adapting easily to changing conditions and seasons.

BIG GUN SPRINKLERS CLEAR THE AIR IN INDUSTRIAL SITES

People widely recognize Nelson Big Gun® Sprinklers for their rugged durability, making them ideal for dust suppression in harsh, corrosive environments like coal terminals, mines, and quarries. For instance, options like sealed ball bearings, stainless steel construction, and high-trajectory models provide optimal coverage with minimal equipment and maintenance. Capable of using wastewater and less prone to clogging, Big Guns are trusted worldwide for dust control.

Additionally, Rotator® Sprinklers offer an effective alternative for specific applications – Southern Irrigation can provide tailored solutions for various industrial dust challenges.

COVER UP TO 20 ADDITIONAL ACRES WITH NELSON BIG GUNS

The SR100 Big Gun with an 18-degree trajectory is the most popular pivot end gun used on center pivots today.

When high pressure isn’t available at the end of a system, we have lower-pressure options like the 18-degree SR75 to ensure proven dependability, performance, long wear life, and reparability.

IRRIGATION

Nelson Big Gun® Sprinklers are ideal for use on a gun cart that an irrigation reel pulls due to their durability, flexibility with various nozzle sizes, and easy reparability.

Specifically, the 100, 150, and 200 Series are well-suited for different hose reel sizes, providing customized solutions for diverse crops.

WASTEWATER

Nelson Big Gun® Sprinklers, known for their rugged durability and resistance to plugging, are the preferred choice for wastewater irrigation. In fact, they offer a full range of models to meet various flow rates and pressures. Additionally, Big Gun Sprinklers come with a wide selection of custom nozzles, protective coatings, and accessories that make them ideal for wastewater applications.”

When paired with hose reel travellers, Big Gun Sprinklers efficiently manage wastewater by reducing the need for extensive filtration and minimizing drift and evaporation with large nozzle sizes and low-trajectory options.

Nelson Big Gun® Sprinklers are widely used around the world for open area fire protection, safeguarding private estates, forests, archaeological sites, industrial facilities, and recreational properties.

With a large throw radius, the Nelson Big Gun® Sprinkler is ideal for creating a protective zone by increasing humidity and water content. For decades, people have relied on it as a dependable part of wildfire defense irrigation systems.

PERMANENT SOLID SET SYSTEMS

Nelson Big Gun® Sprinklers are ideal for permanent solid-set irrigation systems because they are stationary and require less labour and maintenance than movable systems. These systems are commonly used in tree crops, vineyards, and open fields.

The most popular Big Gun models for these applications are the 75 Series and 100 Series, known for their excellent balance of sprinkler spacing, application rate, and operating pressure. Combined with Nelson valves and the TWIG® Automation system, these sprinklers create an efficient high-volume irrigation solution that offers a quick return on investment.

For smaller applications, Rotator® products like the R2000WF, R10, R10T, and R2000 may also be used.

PORTABLE SPRINKLERS FOR CROP ROTATION

Nelson Big Gun® Sprinklers are also excellent for portable solid set irrigation systems, which offer flexibility for crop rotation and field management.

These systems let you remove pipes from fields, which facilitates easy cultivation and minimizes the need to work around fixed sprinkler risers. This adaptability is especially valuable for following crop rotations across different fields, optimizing irrigation uniformity, and enhancing overall field productivity. Portable solid set systems often use aluminum pipes, which are easily moved between fields or locations within the same field.

The large throw diameter and high application rates of Big Gun Sprinklers ensure efficient coverage.

Additionally, smaller models like the R2000WF Rotator® Sprinkler are popular for their durability and uniform irrigation patterns, making them ideal for high-value vegetable crops and diverse field conditions.