64 | nzdairy AgFirst are introducing and distributing an innovative new product in New Zealand. supply, construction, and servicing of stock water reticulation and dairy effluent systems. Davieth states, “We’re helping a lot of farmers to intensify, increase productivity, and reduce environmental impact”. Now serving on the Board of Directors for AgFirst’s parent company, Davieth began his career with five years of hands-on, practical experience. Manufacturers of Rural Pipeline Systems Turning waste into pro it! PE PRESSURE PIPE Phone 0800 800 262 www.iplex.co.nz This foundation, combined with a Pump and Pipeline System Hydraulic Design Certificate and a Certificate in Farm Dairy Effluent System Design and Management from Massey University, has equipped him with the expertise to design and manage engineering projects to the highest standard. Davieth states: “We import and manufacture a lot of products that are used in our systems. We do everything end to end from design to build. It’s very cost effective. We have a very extensive service team. We’ll handle maintenance for the lifetime of the system. We’re always there when clients need us”. What sets Agfirst Engineering apart is end-toend project design and delivery. Davieth states: “A farmer can come to us and they know they don’t need to worry about the project. We deliver the whole project rather than a partial piecemeal delivery. We are leaders in innovation and technology and we have an established reputation for delivering quality”. AgFirst are introducing and distributing an innovative new product in New Zealand - the CRI-MAN HBC Hygienising Biocell. This advanced technology transforms liquid manure into hygienic bedding material or organic fertiliser. Featuring an electronic monitoring system, the Biocell ensures the material is effectively hygienised through a controlled pasteurisation process. Davieth states: “It’s a pasteuriser of solids from dairy effluent. The HBC Hygienising Biocell processes pasteurised solids to be reused on the land as manure or as animal bedding. E. coli is significantly reduced and it’s safe to use near waterways”. AgFirst is currently working on several major projects, including for Landcorp on Pamu Farms - New Zealand’s largest government-owned farming operation - and delivering a significant fixed grid irrigation system upgrade at DairyNZ’s research farm in Hamilton. AgFirst Engineering has ambitious plans for the future, including expanding their national reseller network. They are also establishing a pilot farm in Southland to explore ways to reduce the environmental impacts of farming. • from page 62 RURAL SERVICES » AgFirst Waikato Engineering Reliable Effluent Management with Wangen Progressive Cavity Pumps E luent handling on dairy farms demands equipment that’s both robust and economical over the long haul. Wangen progressive cavity pumps deliver exactly that. Engineered in Germany for high solids content and continuous operation, they o er exceptional reliability and low lifetime cost. Unlike centrifugal alternatives, Wangen’s design ensures consistent low and pressure, even with thick or abrasive e luent. Their design ensures reduced wear, maintenance downtime, and energy consumption - key advantages for farms aiming to improve productivity and environmental compliance. “Wangen pumps are built for the realities of New Zealand dairy farming,” says Ben Petrie, Agri Manager at New Zealand supplier Prime Fluid Management. “They’re not just tough, they’re smart investments that keep working season after season.” “For example,” says Petrie, “Wangen pumps typically run at half the RPM of other common PC pumps, signi icantly extending service life. Their modular design also simpli ies maintenance, allowing quick access to key components without dismantling the entire unit. This saves time and cost.” With proven performance across e luent transfer, separation, and irrigation systems, Wangen pumps are a practical choice for farmers seeking long-term value and peace of mind. Wangen progressive cavity pumps deliver low wear and improved reliability for dairy e luent irrigation.
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