Ocmis VIR8AM Motor-Pump Integrated Hard Hose Irrigator

Overview

The Ocmis VIR8AM is a professional motor-pump integrated hard hose irrigator manufactured by Ocmis Irrigazione, Italy's leading irrigation equipment specialist. This advanced E-volution series machine combines a fully electrical hose-rewinding system with sophisticated Vario Rain technology, offering precision irrigation across large-scale agricultural operations. Available in configurations ranging from 110 mm to 140 mm (4.33 to 5.51 inches) hose diameters and lengths from 400 m to 730 m (1,312 to 2,395 feet), the VIR8AM delivers exceptional versatility for diverse field geometries and crop types.

What distinguishes the VIR8AM is its gearbox with synchronized speeds that serves as the nerve centre of the Vario Rain system, enabling significant water savings, exceptional user-friendliness, and minimal pressure losses during operation. The technical avant-garde of the electrical rollers provides superior precision, reduced energy consumption, lower maintenance costs, and an extensive range of operating speeds. The integrated turbine flanged directly on the gearbox with built-in bypass, combined with hydraulic lifting and rotation systems, positions this irrigator at the forefront of modern precision agriculture equipment.

Key Features & Benefits

• 4-Speed Vario Rain Gearbox: Synchronized speed control enables precise water application rates, reducing water waste and optimising irrigation efficiency across different crop stages and soil conditions.
• Fully Electrical Hose-Rewinding System: Advanced electrical rollers deliver greater precision, lower energy consumption, and reduced maintenance costs compared to conventional mechanical systems, while offering an extensive range of operating speeds.
• Integrated Turbine with Built-in Bypass: Flanged directly on the gearbox, this design minimises pressure losses and maximises hydraulic efficiency, ensuring consistent water delivery even over extended hose lengths.
• Comprehensive Hydraulic Control System: Hydraulic lifting device for the trolley, turntable rotation, drawbar lifting, and telescopic feet provide effortless positioning and transport, reducing setup time and operator fatigue.
• Hot Galvanised and Coated Chassis: The reel and chassis undergo hot galvanisation followed by epoxy resin coating and polyurethane paint finishing, delivering exceptional corrosion resistance and extended service life in harsh agricultural environments.
• Premium Polyethylene Hose: Manufactured from unadulterated raw material, the hose provides superior durability, UV resistance, and consistent performance throughout its operational life.
• Dual Raingun System Options: Choose between REFLEX rainguns (Ø 24-32 mm nozzles) for medium-range applications or EXPLORER rainguns (Ø 28-40 mm nozzles) for maximum coverage and flow capacity.
• Variable Track Galvanised Trolley: Mounted on adjustable track wheels, the raingun trolley adapts to different row spacings and field conditions, ensuring optimal coverage patterns.
• Professional Monitoring Instruments: Glycerine-bath pressure gauge, tachometer, and speed equaliser provide real-time operational feedback for precision irrigation management.
• Robust Running Gear: Heavy-duty 400/60-15.5 16PR 6F wheels ensure stability and manoeuvrability across diverse terrain conditions, from soft soil to prepared seedbeds.

Technical Specifications

Available Hose Configurations

Machine Dimensions

Diagram shows dimension reference points (A, B, C, etc.) on the machine.

Ideal Applications

• Large-Scale Row Crop Production: Ideal for maize, cotton, soybean, and vegetable operations requiring uniform water distribution across extensive field areas with precise application control.
• Pasture and Forage Irrigation: Excellent for alfalfa, clover, and grass production where consistent moisture delivery supports optimal growth and multiple cutting cycles throughout the season.
• Orchard and Vineyard Establishment: Suitable for young plantings requiring regular irrigation during establishment phases, with adjustable throw patterns to accommodate developing canopy structures.
• Field Crop Supplemental Irrigation: Perfect for wheat, barley, and other cereals in semi-arid regions where strategic water applications during critical growth stages maximise yield potential.
• High-Value Specialty Crops: Appropriate for potatoes, sugar beet, and processing vegetables where precise water management directly impacts crop quality and marketable yield.
• Land Reclamation and Soil Conditioning: Effective for controlled water application during land preparation, dust suppression, and incorporation of amendments across newly developed agricultural areas.