Sugarcane

OWN THE FURROW WITH SMARTBOX®

As the Ag industry moves toward faster, more efficient planting, a more sophisticated application system is needed. Own the furrow with SmartBox - a system of variable rate and speed technology with greater accuracy at low application rates. It reduces worker exposure issues, improves farmer productivity and increases application accuracy. The system is incredibly reliable, has only one moving part, requires essentially no field maintenance and is more accurate than conventional pulley’s and chain metering technology. Simply put, SmartBox is the most advanced closed-application system available.
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1-888-SMARTBOX

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Benefits of SmartBox

MINIMIZES EXPOSURE

SmartBox closed containers eliminate the need to open, empty and dispose of bags and packing material, reducing the potential for inhalation and skin contact.

Consistent And Uniform Application

Based on speed inputs from GPS or radar, SmartBox adjusts the flow rate to deliver a constant and uniform rate of product down the row, even if planting speed fluctuates.

Cuts Waste

SmartBox minimizes misapplication and waste, thanks to real-time, row-by-row monitoring for flow blockages and positive end-row shutoff.

INCREASES PRODUCTIVITY

With a product such as Thimet® insecticide, a 6-row planter equipped with the SmartBox system can treat more acres without reloading.

SmartBox Parts & Calibration

If you need replacement components for your SmartBox system or to schedule a calibration, please call 1-888-SMARTBOX.
SmartBox Resources
Secondary Transfer Container

Product Application

Effectively controls sucking pests, mites and other major insects in row crops.

Product Details

SMARTBOX FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the SmartBox System?

The SmartBox System is the most advanced electronically controlled, and closed-transfer granular application system. The SmartBox System allows farmers to accurately apply granular insecticides with no exposure to granular insecticides from opening and pouring granular insecticides or from granular dust when handling bags.

The granular insecticides are delivered in 50-lb. transfer containers that can only be opened when attached to the SmartBox System base containers which are mounted on the planter.

Is the SmartBox System more accurate than standard mechanical granular applicators?

Yes, not only is the SmartBox much more accurate than standard mechanical granular applicators, the SmartBox System allows farmers to monitor and adjust the application rate from the cab of the tractor. The SmartBox System allows on-the-go flexibility to monitor and change various operating parameters. The SmartBox System also adjusts the rate of granular flow based on the speed of the planter. This way the desired rate is consistently applied throughout the field.

What products can I use with the SmartBox System?

Currently, AMVAC offers sugarcane growers Thimet insecticide to control wireworms. AMVAC is always looking to expand the current portfolio of products to be offered through the SmartBox System.

Why should anyone use the SmartBox System?

The SmartBox System was created to allow insecticides to be applied accurately, efficiently and safely to your crops. Growers should be using the SmartBox System because it helps provide the best corn rootworm protection with NO exposure from granular insecticides or granular insecticide dust when opening and pouring from a bag.

Do I need to calibrate the SmartBox System?

AMVAC always recommends that you calibrate your SmartBox System. The SmartBox System is easy to calibrate and makes this needed procedure a much simpler process. All the grower needs to do is place the controller in calibration mode, collect a timed sample volume from each row, enter the amount collected from each row and hit enter on the controller.

Calibrations can be scheduled by calling 1-888-SMARTBOX or 1-888-762-7826.

What PPE should I use with the SmartBox System?

While the SmartBox System provides the best protection available, it is always important to read the label and follow each product’s recommended PPE.

How do I order a SmartBox System?

Growers can order their Smart Box System by either:

  1. Calling 1-888-SMARTBOX or 1-888-762-7826 and ordering over the phone.
  2. Contacting your local AMVAC representative. Find your rep here.

SmartBox System Manager

SmartBox System Manager 3.0

The AMVAC SmartBox System Manager 3.0 software is used to manage the data and settings on the SmartBox System console unit. The software allows users to download data and settings from their console unit to the software as well as input settings into the software for upload to the console unit. The software also allows the user to run several reports of the downloaded data.

The SmartBox System Manager software is a Windows-based PC program that is compatible with Windows XP – Service Pack 3, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8.

The SmartBox System Manager 3.0 software only works with the newly released SmartBox Model SBC2012 console unit which was released in 2013. Directions on how to use the SmartBox System Manager software can be found in the SmartBox System user manual in Section C which begins on page 63.

Smart Box System Manager 3.0 Installation Guide.pdf

SmartBox Calibration Record

Calibration Record

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