In the demanding field of aerial application, precision, safety, and adaptability are key to success. Satloc’s latest innovations—the Falcon GPS system, the upcoming H8 Lightbar, and the IntelliFlow 3 (IF3)—are designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating advanced technology and user-friendly features, these products offer unparalleled enhancements in accuracy, efficiency, and safety, ensuring that aerial applicators can operate at their best.
Satloc Falcon: Leading the Way in Precision
The Satloc Falcon GPS software version 1.11 is at the heart of modern aerial application, providing pilots with the tools they need to achieve optimal results. One of the new standout features of the Falcon is its Reuse Swathing function, which allows operators to pull up previous jobs and reuse the same A|B lines, patterns, and polygons. Also, a pilot can switch to a new pattern mid-field. These options not only save time but also helps ensure consistency across multiple applications, a critical factor in achieving uniform results in large-scale operations.
Falcon’s improved tracking calculations at extreme latitudes address a common issue faced by operators working in regions like Canada, where converging longitude lines can cause slight skewing of swath lines. The enhanced software now provides more accurate guidance, a precision boost that is particularly beneficial for forestry contracts and other applications where precision is paramount.
Another major enhancement in the Falcon system is its customizable logging thresholds and rates. Pilots can now set different intervals for logging data during spray operations and non-spraying flights, a flexible feature that allows for more tailored data capture. This ensures that the data collected is relevant and precise, making it easier to analyze and optimize application processes.
The previous Satloc Falcon version 1.10 introduced several key updates that enhanced the system’s capabilities. With an improved calculator featuring standard functions and common conversions, faster job loading times, a new search function for job loading, and the ability to bulk delete jobs, the Falcon offers users a more streamlined and efficient experience. The improved export speed to log files and the added option to select colors for A|B lines and swath lines provide additional flexibility and customization.
Moreover, the integration with Transland’s electric gate has been refined, improving performance and user information, especially in scenarios that require transmitting current load information to prevent motor overworking. The addition of a Clear Paint hotkey, better display of long swath lines considering earth curvature, and the ability to set application target height independently for different application types further enhance the Falcon’s usability.
H8 Lightbar: Great for Inside the Cockpit
The upcoming H8 Lightbar is designed to work seamlessly with the Satloc Falcon and G4 GPS systems. This compact lightbar offers a range of features that significantly enhance precision and safety.
One of the most notable features of the H8 Lightbar is its size, which is perfect for helicopters and fixed-wing pilots who prefer the lightbar to be in the cockpit. Another attribute is the AgLaser display, which uses LED lights to indicate height above the canopy. This innovative feature allows pilots to easily maintain the correct elevation, using only their peripheral vision.
Additionally, the H8 Lightbar improves safety by communicating with the Satloc Falcon CPU’s ADS-B In, providing visual alerts of nearby aircraft. This feature raises the safety bar for agricultural pilots, offering an added layer of protection and peace of mind.
With three different mounting options—ram mount, flange mount, and upside-down mount—the H8 Lightbar is versatile and adaptable to various aircraft configurations. It also includes a green LED lightbar for night flying, customizable displays, and obstacle 360° visual warnings, ensuring that pilots have all the information they need at their fingertips.
IntelliFlow 3: Precision Dispersal for Modern Farming
The IntelliFlow 3 (IF3) represents the top dispersal technology, offering both dry and wet application capabilities in one system. Designed to integrate seamlessly with the Satloc Falcon, Falcon Pro, or G4 GPS systems, the IF3 allows operators to enter desired rates through the GPS interface, which the system regulates and maintains. This level of control helps ensure that applications are precise and consistent, whether operating in a constant applied rate mode or using variable rates based on prescription maps (PMAPs).
The IF3’s combination dry and wet dispersal capability makes it a versatile choice for operators who need to switch between application types. The system’s ability to maintain selected rates with high accuracy is a key selling point, helping ensure that products are applied evenly and efficiently.
For those considering an upgrade, Satloc offers a range of upgrade kits to bring older systems up to the IntelliFlow 3 standard. These kits are designed to be simple, fast, and cost-effective, primarily replacing the cabling and the IntelliFlow Controller. Whether upgrading from a legacy system to the IF3 or from the IntelliFlow 2 (IF2) to the IF3, Satloc provides tailored solutions to meet the needs of any operation. Satloc also offers upgrade kits to switch between liquid and dry applications, ensuring that operators have the flexibility to meet the demands of different tasks.
Conclusion
Satloc’s Falcon, H8 Lightbar, and IntelliFlow 3 systems set a high standard in aerial application technology. By combining precision, safety, and adaptability, these products empower operators to achieve better results with less effort. Whether you’re upgrading existing systems or integrating new technology, Satloc offers the tools needed to excel in the field of modern aerial application.
