Start/Stop – Knowing whether a pivot has started or stopped can help answer many different questions. Why did the pivot stop unexpectedly? Do I need to go buy parts now or contact my dealer to fix the pivot? Did the genset get started? What time did that pivot start today? Did the pivot execute the timed start or stop command that I programmed? Did the pivot stop because the dealer has arrived to begin working on a known issue? Was the pivot auto-restarted? Did it safety out?

Power On/Off – On the surface, you might think this alert provides the same info as the start/stop alerts; however, power on/off answers its own set of questions. Did this pivot enter load control? Is load control over? Which pivot should I visit first thing in the morning?

Low/High PSI – For systems that monitor pressure, you can set up specific PSI values to alert you of low and high pressure. These alerts can let you know of issues such as plugged nozzles, unexpected pump stops or other issues with the pumping system. It’s not uncommon for water availability to become an issue late in the season; with the Low Pressure alert, you won’t have to wonder if it’s time to worry about that yet. You may even find that certain areas of the field, more than others, are affected by this.

Stuck – Knowing about a stuck pivot right away can prevent a muddy mess and save the time required to free it up again. Problem areas in the field will be much more apparent. Not only will it save you water, but it can also prevent you from wasting fertilizer and causing years’ worth of damage.

Theft – Falling victim to copper wire theft is not only aggravating – it can be expensive too! The cost of replacing the copper is just the beginning. Ultimately, yield loss caused by pivot downtime will be the biggest strain on your pocketbook. With a simple text message, you can save yourself the headache and stop thieves in their tracks. Best of all, it’s a much cheaper solution!