The Hidden Cost of Inaccuracy
Most operations think they’re applying accurately — but how often does your application rate truly match your prescription across every acre?
Speed changes, slope shifts, and system lag all add up to costly misapplication. Whether it’s overapplying expensive inputs or underdelivering what your crop needs to reach full potential, inconsistencies in application are eating into your bottom line more than you realize.
That’s where Case IH Sense Apply™ changes the game — and where Bane-Welker can help you take control of every pass.
Where Traditional Application Falls Short
Even with skilled operators and modern equipment, most sprayers and applicators struggle to maintain a consistent rate as field conditions change. Here’s what you’re up against:
- Speed variations cause spikes or drops in application
- Uneven terrain throws off pressure and flow
- Boom skips and overlaps waste product or leave gaps
- Manual monitoring leads to missed adjustments
You’re likely not applying as accurately as you think — and that’s costing you.
What Is Sense Apply™?
Sense Apply is Case IH’s advanced smart-application technology that automatically adjusts application rates in real time — nozzle-by-nozzle and row-by-row. It uses flow and pressure sensors to maintain consistency across changing field conditions and terrains.
It’s available on:
- Patriot® sprayers
- Nutri-Placer® fertilizer applicators
- Trident™ combo applicators
Whether you're applying nitrogen, liquid fertilizer, or crop protection, Sense Apply ensures the right rate is delivered in the right place, every time.
Precision That Pays Off
If your application is just 5% off on a $100,000 input program, that’s a $5,000 loss before you even measure your yield.
Sense Apply helps you:
- Reduce input waste and increase ROI
- Apply consistently for stronger plant health and yield potential
- Relieve operator stress by removing the need for constant adjustments
- Seamlessly integrate with Field Ops for remote tracking and management
- Adapt instantly to field variability — no lag, no guesswork
Can I Add Sense Apply to My Existing Equipment?
Yes — many machines can be upgraded. It’s not just for brand-new sprayers.
Compatible Equipment Includes:
- Patriot 50 series sprayers
- Trident 5550 combination applicators
- Nutri-Placer 930 & 940
- Select legacy models with compatible systems
Compatibility Requirements
To ensure successful integration, you’ll need:
Technology Stack:
- Pro 1200 display
- Vector Pro (or compatible) GPS receiver
- ISO-compatible plumbing and electrical system
Application System Requirements:
- Electric or PWM nozzle bodies
- Rate control system with real-time pressure and flow sensing
- Section control-capable boom or toolbar
Installation must be performed by a certified technician. The Bane-Welker Precision Farming team can evaluate your machine’s setup and determine the best upgrade path.
Why Bane-Welker?
We don’t just sell technology — we help you make it work. Our team will:
- Perform a compatibility and precision audit
- Recommend cost-effective upgrade plans
- Provide full installation, calibration, and system integration with your existing data tools
- Offer ongoing support to ensure your team’s success in the field
You’ll walk away confident that every drop counts — because you’ll see the results in your tank and in your yield.
Ready to Take Control?
If you're still relying on static rate settings and reactive adjustments, it’s time to rethink your approach. Contact your nearest Bane-Welker Equipment location for a Sense Apply compatibility review and let’s build a smarter, more profitable application strategy together.
Make every pass more precise. Make every acre more productive.
