Camera steering system ROW-GUARD

1. Linear sideshift frame with 50 cm / 19.7" sideshift (three different designs).
2. Camera with latest camera hardware detects the plant rows and steers the sideshift frame to the centimeter (1)
3. Independent operating monitor with the latest software technology recognizes 1-5 plant rows in HD and 2D/3D
4. Can be hitched to different row-crop cultivators and 100 % compatible with Einböck hoeing technology
5. Stabilizing wheels made of rubber or wheel flange in different widths
6. Second camera for hoeing with SECTION-CONTROL (optional)
7. LED lights for hoeing during the night (optional)
8. Mechanical feeler for hoeing after row closure (Optional)

Shortest connection of sideshift frame and row-crop cultivator
Because of the narrow construction of the Einböck-linear-sideshift frame the centre of gravity remains very closely to the tractor.
This construction offers the following advantages:

• Reduced axle load on the tractor and therefore reduced soil compaction
• The wider the construction of the sideshift frame, the higher the load on the rear axle and the lifting power requirement of the tractor increases
• The extremely narrow construction of the ROW-GUARD moves the centre of gravity only 20 cm / 7.90" to the rear. Machines with parallelogram shifting extend the position of row-crop cultivator up to 80 cm / 31.50" and more to the rear.
• Especially when fields are not straight or in hilly conditions the short construction is a big advantage.

One sideshift frame = several row-crop cultivators

Simple and quick coupling and uncoupling of the Einböck sideshift frame allows to use different row-crop cultivators with only one sideshift frame.

Latest version of hard- and software

• Highest level of quality and excellent construction of the sideshift frame
• Smooth and consistent movement because of the high-quality proportional valve
• Millimetre-accurate control of the linear sideshift frame
• State-of-the-art and intuitively operated touch-screen terminal
• 100 % control of functionality before leaving the factory
• Spare connection for manual control like feeler or hand steering

Reliable plant recognition of different row-crops

The system can be used in various crops with the following color modes: green/blue, green/yellow and red. From row spacing 12.5 cm / 4.90" and applicable from a plant size of 1 cm / 0.40" (depending on the crop)

Flexible possibilities to adjust the camera

• Number of rows 1-5
• Row distance up to 1.5 m / 4.90 ft
• Quickly adjustable to different crop dimensions

Best visibility - even in fields with heavy weed infestation and small crops

The software recognizes the plant rows even in case of heavy weed infestations and/or small plants. The settings can be adjusted easily on the conditions.

Stable position of the sideshift-frame

Stabilising wheels made from rubber or metal gauge wheels (e.g. hilly conditions) help to guide the hoe precisely along the row. They are standard equipment. It is easy to adapt them to differnt tractor track width.

Maximum precision - 2^nd Camera (optionally)

A row crop cultivator can be controlled by two cameras simultaneously. Especially for very small crops, an additional camera, by looking on additional plant rows, ensures a great result. Especially for hoes with hydraulic lifting "SECTION-CONTROL": For example, on pointy rows at the headlands a row of plants always remains within the camera's field of view. This ensures hoeing until the last unworked row and guarantees a weed control on the full surface of the field.

Row-Guard Hotline
In case the operator needs help to correctly set the machine, a trilingual phone-hotline is available during the season of hoeing. Its number can be found in the operating instructions.

 „100 % made by EINBÖCK in AUSTRIA“

• In-house development from the idea to serial production
  We have over 85 years experience in designing of agricultural machinery.
• From practitioner for practitioner 
  75 % of our sales and product management team are farmers, therefore we develop practice-oriented, user-friendly machines and adjustment options. Our top priority is to provide the right machines and suitable product specifications.
• Suppliers from the region and Central Europe
  Long-lasting relations to suppliers ensure constant quality of raw materials and components, as well as reliable supply.

• Manufacturing exclusively in Dorf an der Pram in Upper Austria
  Our high vertical range of manufacture guarantees the best quality and long working life. "100 % made by Einböck in Austria" ensures the highest quality in all areas of production.
• Practical testing of all machines on our own test fields
  Before prototypes are turned into serial production, they have to withstand extensive tests on fields and roads. This allows us to achieve absolute precision and reliability.
• After-sales service
  A decades-long supply of wear and spare parts ensures maximum service life of the machines as well as direct and close contact to customers.

Special features:

• Proportional hydr. valve: dynamic control of the valve for smooth operation of the sideshift frame
• 3D-mode: the machine recognizes the row because of the difference in height between crops and weeds
• Automatic recognition of height and angle position of the camera: comfortable adjustment of camera height
• Color options in the 2D-mode (green/yellow, green/blue, red)
• Automatic switching of offset
• High camera resolution
• Recognition of different row structures (single or multiple rows)
• Integrated chart for recommended camera height
• Saving of settings

Adaptation of the camera application to the culture

The camera setting can be adjusted to suit the color or height of the crop. You can choose between green/yellow (e.g. corn), green/blue (e.g. soybeans, vegetables) or red (vegetables e.g. beetroot) in 2D mode. The 3D mode can be used for corn, soybeans, sunflowers etc., if the plant rows have a clear growth advance (approx. 10 cm / 3.90") over the weed. Correct adjustment to the crop further increases the accuracy of row guidance.

Stabilising wheels of the sideshift frame
When ordering an Einböck row-crop cultivator height-adjustable stabilising wheels are included. The wheels can be adjusted to the track width of the tractor and the row distance. Depending on the type of soil you can choose between different rubber or metal gauge wheels.

3D-Mode
Rows can also be detected on the basis of the height difference. Especially in heavy weed-infested fields this additional option ensures additional precision.

Cutting of the image
Tractor tracks or other elements in the image would prevent the ROW-GUARD from precise working (especially in smaller working widths). Therefore, it is possible to cut the image easily and quickly.

Second camera for sliding frame
A second camera is as an option available. Especially for row crop cultivators with hydraulic lifting "SECTION-CONTROL" the second camera guarantees a weed control on the full surface of the field.

Mechanical feeler
For sensing a crop row (row-distance > 35 cm; 13.8”)
Supports the ROW-GUARD shortly before or after row closure
Called cat-whiskers in the US

LED-lights

for working at night or at dusk

Monitoring camera for row crop cultivator

The monitoring camera with a special lens for a narrow field of vision is designed for row crop cultivators. It ensures convenient observation and control of the operation and the hoeing belt via a monitor in the tractor cab. The camera is mounted with a holder on the frame of the hoe.

Stabilising wheels 
When retrofitting a ROW-GUARD to an existing row crop cultivator stabilising wheels with high gauge wheel or rubber should be ordered to achieve a better track guidance on slopes.