Sprayer Testing

Why Test?

• Under Irish legislation all sprayers must be tested once befour December 2016. This test will cover the sprayer untill 2020. A test will be required every 3 years after 2020.
• Testing ensures that only the correct amount of spray is used therefore reducing waste and saving you money.
• Testing your sprayer is best practice for the health and safety of individuals affected by the use of your machine including operators, employees and the public.
• Having your sprayer working correctly will reduce the chance of a costly mid-season breakdown.
• Accurate application of sprays will achieve your desired results, whether you’re spraying a large field of crop or just a small barren area.
• By testing and maintaining your sprayer your contributing to a more eco-friendly and safer environment.
• We, at Suir Sprayers, provide an official certificate stating that the sprayer is in good working order. This will increase the re-sale value of the sprayer.

About the Test

Under Irish Legislation (S.I. no. 155 of 2012) all boom Sprayers (above 3m) and blast/orchard sprayers have to be tested before December 2016 to standard EN13790. Our test is carried out to this standard by suitably qualified test engineers. All tests can be conducted either on the customer site or at our premises at Passage Cross.

All our test engineers are Department approved to carry out sprayer tests. 

All the main componants of the sprayer are tested. These include the control system(s), the pump, all nozzles, the presure gauge(s), hose lines, pressures throughout the sprayer, filters, etc.

If the sprayer passes the test a certificate will be awarded stating that the sprayer meets the required standard. In the event of a failure, recommendations will be provided informing the user of the necessary repairs. Once these repairs are completed within 28 days then a free re-test will be provided.