Automatic Spraying Robot | How to choose the right one?

With the BeMatic Meto spraying robot, you protect the crop and the health of your employees. After all, they no longer have to enter the crop during spraying. But which BeMatic Meto should you choose? The BeMatic Meto SW? The combination with the BeMatic Meto Trans, allowing you to use the BeMatic Meto as a fully automatic machine? Or perhaps the BeMatic Meto SWT, which can spray locally? When making your choice, pay attention to what functionalities you need.
Spraying robot
Maaike van Dijk
Service & Maintenance Coordinator | April 7, 2021 | 4 min. reading time

What is a automatic spraying robot?

The BeMatic Meto spraying robot is an automatically driving spraying trolley that is regularly used in greenhouse horticulture. The advantage of the BeMatic Meto spraying trolley is that nobody needs to ride along with the spraying trolley. It is available in 4 variants: a starter model (BeMatic EasySpray), semi-automatic (BeMatic Meto SW), fully automatic if coupled with the BeMatic Meto Trans, semi-automatic with the possibility of local spraying (BeMatic Meto SWT).
The differences between the BeMatic EasySpray, Meto Trans, Meto SWT and Meto SW: 
  Labor saving
Health of employees 
 BeMatic EasySpray
 +
 BeMatic Meto SW
 +
 BeMatic Meto Trans
 ++++ 
 BeMatic Meto SWT
 +

Related products

BeMatic Meto SW

The BeMatic Meto SW is in itself a semi-automatic. It moves independently through the crop to spray. All you have to do is move it manually from one path to another. You can also let the BeMatic Meto work fully automatically. To do this, combine it with the BeMatic Meto Trans.  
meto spray robot
Advantage
  • Can be upgraded from semi-automatic to automatic by means of BeMatic Meto Trans
Disadvantage
  • An employee must remain present

BeMatic Meto SW in combination with the BeMatic Meto Trans

You can also have the BeMatic Meto SW work fully automatically. Use the BeMatic Meto Trans for this. A hose reel is mounted on the BeMatic Meto Trans. You can connect this to the high pressure line or tank spraying trolley. With this extension, the BeMatic Meto spraying robot can move independently from path to path. So you don't have to stay in the vicinity. You can also have it spray the crop at night. The touchscreen is similar to that of the BeMatic Meto SW and is compact and clear.
BeMatic Meto Trans
Advantage
  • Easy expansion to make the BeMatic Meto SW work fully automatically
  • Employees do not need to stay in the area
  • You can have it spray at night
Disadvantage
  • Hoses present that run across the paths

BeMatic Meto SWT

The BeMatic Meto SWT is a semi-automatic machine. This spraying robot contains a tank with 275 liters of crop protection agent. The spraying robot has also a 15 liter cleanwater tank. The BeMatic Meto SWT is specially developed to be able to spray locally, without having hoses running over the path. This will keep the main path clear for other work. An employee must move the BeMatic Meto SWT from path to path. In addition, it is easy to operate with the touchscreen.
BeMatic Meto swt
Advantage
  • Large tank (275 liter)
  • 15 liter cleanwater tank
  • No unnecessary hoses on the path
  • Possibility of localized spraying
Disadvantage
  • An employee must be present for movement

BeMatic EasySpray

The BeMatic EasySpray was developed for markets where the use of (fully) automatic spraying equipment is not feasible, but where there is still a need for a good quality sprayer. For this model, the investment is relatively small. The EasySpray is a manually operated spraying machine. Moving sideways is easy, as the cart is easy to lift with the hand lift. In addition, the EasySpray can be equipped with various types of mounted reels and spray booms.
BeMatic easyspray
Advantage
  • It is an entry-level model at a budget price
  • Easy to operate, quick commissioning
  • Low maintenance costs
  • Flexible, easy to move to the next pad
  • User-friendly control panel
Disadvantage
  • An employee must be present for movement

Hortispares.com

The online spare parts store for horticulture

On Hortispares you can find a range of more than 10.000 spare parts for horticultural machines and installations of various brands. The exploded views and machine drawings in combination with the extensive filtering possibilities, ensure easy search and ordering. Hortispares is powered by Royal Brinkman.

Automatic spraying robot or a semi-automated

If you are looking for a trustworthy and efficient spraying solution, an automatic spraying robot like the Bematic EasySpray or the BeMatic Meto SW in combination with the BeMatic Meto Trans as described above, may be the perfect choice for you. With its sophisticated technology, ease of use and accurate spraying capabilities, the automatic spraying robot can actually have the ability to help you reach more consistent and effective coverage of your crops while also lowering labor costs and reducing the risk of chemical exposure.

Automatic spraying robot benefits

Here are some advantages of using an automatic spraying robot:
  • Better safety: Using an automatic spraying robot minimizes the risk of chemical exposure by reducing human intervention, which makes the spraying process safer for employees and the environment.
  • Improved efficiency: It is possible for an automatic spraying robot to operate continuously for extended periods of time with no need for manual intervention, thereby releasing valuable time and manpower for other tasks.
  • Accurate spraying: Automatic spray robots have the ability to be programmed to apply different types of chemicals in exact quantities, giving your crops exactly the amount they need.
  • Lower labor costs: Automating the spraying of your crops will reduce the need for manual labor and reduce labor costs.
Jay Colesanti
Jay Colasanti, Lakeshore Veggie Growers experiences:

"Especially in the packing hall, we've benefitted greatly from the custom-built Transport trolleys."

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Automatic Spraying Robot | How to choose the right one?

With the BeMatic Meto spraying robot, you protect the crop and the health of your employees. After all, they no longer have to enter the crop during spraying. But which BeMatic Meto should you choose? The BeMatic Meto SW? The combination with the BeMatic Meto Trans, allowing you to use the BeMatic Meto as a fully automatic machine? Or perhaps the BeMatic Meto SWT, which can spray locally? When making your choice, pay attention to what functionalities you need.
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Service & Maintenance Coordinator | April 7, 2021 | 4 min. reading time
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What is a automatic spraying robot?

The BeMatic Meto spraying robot is an automatically driving spraying trolley that is regularly used in greenhouse horticulture. The advantage of the BeMatic Meto spraying trolley is that nobody needs to ride along with the spraying trolley. It is available in 4 variants: a starter model (BeMatic EasySpray), semi-automatic (BeMatic Meto SW), fully automatic if coupled with the BeMatic Meto Trans, semi-automatic with the possibility of local spraying (BeMatic Meto SWT).
The differences between the BeMatic EasySpray, Meto Trans, Meto SWT and Meto SW: 
  Labor saving
Health of employees 
 BeMatic EasySpray
 +
 BeMatic Meto SW
 +
 BeMatic Meto Trans
 ++++ 
 BeMatic Meto SWT
 +

Related products

BeMatic Meto SW

The BeMatic Meto SW is in itself a semi-automatic. It moves independently through the crop to spray. All you have to do is move it manually from one path to another. You can also let the BeMatic Meto work fully automatically. To do this, combine it with the BeMatic Meto Trans.  
meto spray robot
Advantage
  • Can be upgraded from semi-automatic to automatic by means of BeMatic Meto Trans
Disadvantage
  • An employee must remain present

BeMatic Meto SW in combination with the BeMatic Meto Trans

You can also have the BeMatic Meto SW work fully automatically. Use the BeMatic Meto Trans for this. A hose reel is mounted on the BeMatic Meto Trans. You can connect this to the high pressure line or tank spraying trolley. With this extension, the BeMatic Meto spraying robot can move independently from path to path. So you don't have to stay in the vicinity. You can also have it spray the crop at night. The touchscreen is similar to that of the BeMatic Meto SW and is compact and clear.
BeMatic Meto Trans
Advantage
  • Easy expansion to make the BeMatic Meto SW work fully automatically
  • Employees do not need to stay in the area
  • You can have it spray at night
Disadvantage
  • Hoses present that run across the paths

BeMatic Meto SWT

The BeMatic Meto SWT is a semi-automatic machine. This spraying robot contains a tank with 275 liters of crop protection agent. The spraying robot has also a 15 liter cleanwater tank. The BeMatic Meto SWT is specially developed to be able to spray locally, without having hoses running over the path. This will keep the main path clear for other work. An employee must move the BeMatic Meto SWT from path to path. In addition, it is easy to operate with the touchscreen.
BeMatic Meto swt
Advantage
  • Large tank (275 liter)
  • 15 liter cleanwater tank
  • No unnecessary hoses on the path
  • Possibility of localized spraying
Disadvantage
  • An employee must be present for movement

BeMatic EasySpray

The BeMatic EasySpray was developed for markets where the use of (fully) automatic spraying equipment is not feasible, but where there is still a need for a good quality sprayer. For this model, the investment is relatively small. The EasySpray is a manually operated spraying machine. Moving sideways is easy, as the cart is easy to lift with the hand lift. In addition, the EasySpray can be equipped with various types of mounted reels and spray booms.
BeMatic easyspray
Advantage
  • It is an entry-level model at a budget price
  • Easy to operate, quick commissioning
  • Low maintenance costs
  • Flexible, easy to move to the next pad
  • User-friendly control panel
Disadvantage
  • An employee must be present for movement

Hortispares.com

The online spare parts store for horticulture

On Hortispares you can find a range of more than 10.000 spare parts for horticultural machines and installations of various brands. The exploded views and machine drawings in combination with the extensive filtering possibilities, ensure easy search and ordering. Hortispares is powered by Royal Brinkman.

Automatic spraying robot or a semi-automated

If you are looking for a trustworthy and efficient spraying solution, an automatic spraying robot like the Bematic EasySpray or the BeMatic Meto SW in combination with the BeMatic Meto Trans as described above, may be the perfect choice for you. With its sophisticated technology, ease of use and accurate spraying capabilities, the automatic spraying robot can actually have the ability to help you reach more consistent and effective coverage of your crops while also lowering labor costs and reducing the risk of chemical exposure.

Automatic spraying robot benefits

Here are some advantages of using an automatic spraying robot:
  • Better safety: Using an automatic spraying robot minimizes the risk of chemical exposure by reducing human intervention, which makes the spraying process safer for employees and the environment.
  • Improved efficiency: It is possible for an automatic spraying robot to operate continuously for extended periods of time with no need for manual intervention, thereby releasing valuable time and manpower for other tasks.
  • Accurate spraying: Automatic spray robots have the ability to be programmed to apply different types of chemicals in exact quantities, giving your crops exactly the amount they need.
  • Lower labor costs: Automating the spraying of your crops will reduce the need for manual labor and reduce labor costs.
Jay Colesanti
Jay Colasanti, Lakeshore Veggie Growers experiences:

"Especially in the packing hall, we've benefitted greatly from the custom-built Transport trolleys."

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Can't find your answer? Fill out the contact form and our specialist Maaike van Dijk will get back to you. On weekdays, even within 24 hours.
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