Key Takeaways:
- Innovative Nutrient Testing: The partnership between Dramm Corporation and CE-Line introduces an in-line, laboratory-quality nutrient analysis system to North America, enabling real-time, accurate nutrient testing of irrigation water.
- Seamless Integration and Automation: The CE-Line system’s ability to connect with climate control and fertigation systems through APIs allows for the automated optimization of nutrient levels, improving efficiency and plant health.
- Comprehensive Support and Demonstration: Dramm will provide extensive support for the CE-Line system, including consultation, installation, and service. The system will be showcased at Indoor Ag-Con in Las Vegas, offering an opportunity for hands-on learning about its benefits.
The Dramm Corporation is excited to announce a strategic partnership with CE-Line, aiming to revolutionize the way nutrients are tested in irrigation water across North America. This collaboration introduces CE-Line’s unique nutrient analysis system, which promises to deliver laboratory-quality testing results in real time, directly to growers.
Cutting-Edge Technology
CE-Line’s system stands out for its automatic sampling and testing of water for both macro and micronutrients, including NH4, K, Na, Mg, Ca, Cl, NO3, SO4, HCO3, PO4, Fe, B, Zn, Mn, Mo, and Cu. Utilizing capillary electrophoresis, the system can perform up to eight tests per day from multiple sources, ensuring comprehensive nutrient analysis. This approach not only speeds up the process of nutrient testing but also elevates the accuracy and reliability of the results, with data being securely stored in the cloud for easy access and analysis.
Integration and Automation
A key feature of the CE-Line system is its ability to integrate with existing climate control and fertigation systems through available APIs. This connectivity facilitates the real-time optimization of nutrient levels, tailored to the specific needs of plants, thereby enhancing both yield and plant health through precise and automated nutrient management.
Support and Availability
As the North American partner for CE-Line, Dramm Corporation will offer a full suite of services to ensure the successful implementation and operation of the nutrient testing system. This includes consultation, design services, installation support, replenishment supply, and ongoing service. The partnership underscores Dramm’s commitment to innovation in irrigation and water management, building on its 75-year legacy of serving the agricultural community.
Demonstrations and Learning Opportunities
The CE-Line system will be featured at the upcoming Indoor Ag-Con in Las Vegas, NV, providing an excellent opportunity for growers, industry professionals, and enthusiasts to experience this groundbreaking technology firsthand. Visitors to the Dramm booth will gain insights into how in-line nutrient testing can significantly impact plant health and productivity through optimized nutrient management.
The partnership between Dramm Corporation and CE-Line marks a significant advancement in agricultural technology, offering North American growers a powerful tool for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of their irrigation and nutrient management practices. By leveraging real-time data and automation, this collaboration not only promises to improve yields and plant health but also to pioneer a new era of precision agriculture.
