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EnerG: Forigo unveils its first 100% electric autonomous machine
News _ 4 November 2024
The Mantua-based company debuts an innovative piece of equipment at Eima capable of performing three operations simultaneously in a single pass—a fully integrated system.
Bologna, November 6, 2024 – Forigo is introducing EnerG at Eima 2024 for the first time, a machine equipped with a support frame and four steering wheels, allowing it to move in any direction of travel.
This fully electric frame can support up to three agricultural tools in the autonomous driving version, and up to two tools in the version with onboard driver control.
“With just one pass, EnerG can, for instance, mulch, till, and seed the soil, all in a completely green way without the need for an internal combustion engine. The machine is 100% electric and self-sufficient in the field,” says Sandro Forigo, the creator of this year’s technical innovation and co-owner of Roter Italia srl.
Sustainability benefits
This invention aims to address issues related to processing times, reducing labor costs, and eliminating fuel use. The machine is adaptable according to the user’s needs, the type of operation, and the desired outcomes for their crops.
EnerG is not only environmentally sustainable but also represents a significant technological milestone for the manufacturer.
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The machine is equipped with two high-energy-density lithium batteries, ensuring extended field operations without frequent recharging.
It features advanced remote diagnostics systems to monitor operational conditions, including battery charge levels, component status, and overall performance. This continuous data collection allows for predictive maintenance, scheduling interventions only when necessary, thereby improving reliability and longevity.
Furthermore, EnerG’s integrated autonomous driving system allows it to operate independently in the field, avoiding obstacles and optimizing work paths. Its positioning system offers millimeter-level precision, essential for increasingly targeted agricultural operations such as seeding, fertilization, and weeding.
EnerG is equipped with sensors that scan the surrounding environment in real-time to detect obstacles and prevent collisions, enhancing operational safety. The machine will be showcased at Eima on November 6 at the manufacturer’s booth (Pavilion 26 – Stand A50) and will be available for visitors throughout the international exhibition.
Press contacts:
Marketing Manager: Federica Forigo
Email: federica.forigo@forigo.it
Phone: +39 0386 32691
Website: www.forigo.it
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R&S Forigo
Research and Development Division of Forigo Roteritalia. Team of experts engaged in the study and analysis of the main agricultural and horticultural techniques used today. Knowledge combined with competence are the starting point for continuous improvement in a scenario of innovation and technological development.
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14/11/2024
