Slurryquip unveiled its new control system designed to work with its umbilical systems.

Named Robix, the system has been developed to operate on the firm’s double macerator 10.2m and 12m dribble bar/reel combinations to help simplify operation, while offering more control when spreading on hills and headland turning.

The firm has noted that reeling controls have also been enhanced as the turning joystick now controls reel speed. This unit also allows the front- and rear-mounted reel to be rotated in either direction from outside the cab.

A multifunction joystick controls the variable flow of slurry to macerators. The firm said this gives the operator the ability to control flow to each side, a feature designed for turning or when spreading across a hillside.

Slurryquip said Robix will be available on new machines from February 2020 and will also be available to retrofit to existing machines. It is priced at €3,150 plus VAT.