Briggs Irrigation products

Ranging in structural width from 50 to 76 metres, Briggs four-wheel chassis booms are efficient, tough, reliable and surprisingly versatile. Over 2000 4 wheel-chassis booms are in operation throughout the world. Irrigated widths are from 50m to 96m depending on the choice of nozzle or sprinkler mounted on each end of the boom. All are easy to operate, can be folded by one person in just a few minutes for transport and can be operated with almost any make and size of hosereel.

Designed and built to the same high standards as Briggs` larger models, the R18, R24, R30 and R40 mounted booms allow a lane spacing of 18 - 48 metres (other widths in between those shown are available on request). For ease of operation the booms are transported on the reel and a fixed hydraulic lift system has been developed to transport the booms safely. All models give accurate and uniform water distribution under a wide range of conditions, with a controlled droplet size to match the crop. The booms operate at low pressure (0.6 - 4 bar) and can apply from 14 to 50 cubic metres per hour.

Designed and built to the same high standards as Briggs` larger models, the R46/35, R46/40 and R46/46 mounted booms allow a lane spacing of 35 - 66 metres. For ease of operation the booms are transported on the hosereel and a fixed hydraulic lift system has been developed to transport the booms safely. All models give accurate and uniform water distribution under a wide range of conditions, with a controlled droplet size to match the crop. The booms operate at low pressure (0.6 - 4 bar) and can apply from 25 to 60 cubic metres per hour.

The Briggs brand of hosereels is based on the tried and tested Ocmis range, imported and adapted especially for the UK market. Each machine goes through a rigorous assembly, pre delivery inspection and testing program prior to despatch to ensure trouble free commissioning and ease of operation. Each of the highly efficient turbine powered units is packed with advanced features and the standard specification of all models is high. Even the smallest machines have hydraulic lifting for the trolley and are fitted with the latest Program Rain 10-12 controller. Hosereels are available in sizes to suit every farm, from 63/200 to 125/750. See technical spec for full model list. Numerous options are available including 4 wheel chassis, fully galvanised drum, full hydraulic package and remote SMS monitoring and control. (see `Options` tab above).

Quiet, economical and powerful, Briggs pumpsets have proven reliability and feature a range of labour saving options. The pumpsets are based on JCB`s modern, British-built Ecomax range which are fully compliant with the latest emissions regulations and also offer improved fuel economy, low noise levels and enhanced power and torque. Five engine sizes are available, from 74 - 173 hp, driving Caprari centrifugal pumps with Briggs engine protection systems and throttle controllers.

The Briggs Racecourse Irrigator has been developed specifically for the demands of the modern racing World and has been introduced on many courses in the UK and around the world. Accurate and uniform application across the width and length of the track are essential to provide even going and keep the turf in top condition. With the Briggs Racecourse Irrigation package this is possible in all but the worst weather conditions. A drive system has been developed to apply very high flow rates at high speed so that the track can be watered as quickly as possible.

The Briggs Tied Ridger has been developed to prevent rain and irrigation water run off from crops grown on sloping land, thus giving a dramatic reduction in surface erosion, fewer green potatoes, reduced fertiliser loss and a reduction in water requirement. The machine incorporates specifically designed paddle wheels to form and press consistently sized and spaced dams, that will be effective even on light land. It is heavily ballasted and runs on a depth wheel in each row. In order to avoid damming tramlined rows, a hydraulically operated freewheel is fitted to both rows; this overrides the trip mechanism and allows the paddle wheel to rotate freely whilst the tramliner is operated.