FILIPS RISING PLATEMETER
THE ONLY PASTURE METER DESIGNED WITH THE END USER IN MIND
Used for measuring the amount of pasture in your paddocks. The rising plate principle allows the meter to measure the average height of the pasture, allowing for any variations in pasture density. Readings can then be converted to an amount of Dry Matter (DM) ready for use in Feed Budgeting.
HOW IT WORKS
The meters plate is a calibrated weight and area. During use the plate is supported by the pasture. The taller and denser the pasture, the further off the ground the plate sits. The shaft of the meter drops through the pasture to rest on the ground. The bottom counter records the position of the plate relative to the shaft, totalling the readings as each sample is taken. A sample counter at the top of the meter is used to record the number of samples taken in each paddock. The sample counter can be zeroed.
Usually, thirty or forty samples are taken in each paddock, and a simple formula converts the average reading into an assessment of dry matter per hectare (or Acre).
The FILIP’s Folding Plate Pasture Meter has the following features:
- Accurate - The rising plate principle is scientifically tried and proven.
- Repeatable results - Each meter is hand calibrated. This ensures all FILIP’s meters are comparable. Also if a metre is damaged, it can be repaired or replaced and results obtained afterwards will be comparable with those obtained previously - no lost records.
- All weather Notebook - No problem writing down notes in the rain now. Best used with a pencil in wet weather. Printed for use with the meter with space available for general notes. One book supplied with each meter.
- Reliable - Being all mechanical there is very little to go wrong with the meter. If you do have problems, parts and service are readily available from Grasstec. Full Warrantee Provided.
- Stores Easy - The meter folds in half and the plate is removable.
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Ireland PRICE= € 330.00 |
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UK PRIcE = £ 262.80 |
CARRY BAG
The Carry Bag holds the meter and the plate. It can be carried around, giving a professional look, or tied onto the farm vehicle using the straps provided.
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Ireland PRICE= € 45.00 |
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UK PRIcE = £ 35.85 |
Storage tube
These can be mounted on your farm bike or utility to safely store the handle. This ensures the meter is protected yet always available to use. The storage tube is particularly useful where the meter needs to be transported between farms.
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Ireland PRICE= € 145.00 |
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UK Price = £ 115.50 |