Equipment & Machinery
Texans use a wide range of equipment and tools in their homes, businesses and agricultural operations. We have educational resources and in-person programming designed to help Texans manage and maintain their equipment and machinery.
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Agricultural Safety and Health Program addresses farm machinery safety, safe handling of agrochemicals, and topics related to safety in farm, ranch, and rural settings.
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Most homeowners do not consider lawn maintenance to be dangerous. However lawn mowers, trimmers, edgers, and other power equipment can cause minor to severe burns and lacerations, broken and dislocated bones, eye injuries, and loss of fingers, toes, and legs. You can avoid accidents like these by following the safety guidelines in this publication. (3 […]
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The center pivot is the agricultural irrigation system of choice for large acreage because of its low labor and maintenance requirements, convenience, flexibility, performance, and easy operation. Center pivot systems, when properly designed and equipped, conserve valuable resources such as water, energy, money, and time. A wise selection of a center pivot system will result […]
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The center pivot is the agricultural irrigation system of choice for large acreage because of its low labor and maintenance requirements, convenience, flexibility, performance, and easy operation. Center pivot systems, when properly designed and equipped, conserve valuable resources such as water, energy, money, and time. The wise selection of a center pivot system will result […]
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Aquaponics combines aquaculture and hydroponics, resulting in a natural, symbiotic system of raising both fish and plants. This publication examines the methods and benefits of establishing an aquaponics system. (7 pages.)
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This pocket-sized guide gives step-by-step instructions for calibrating ground sprayers. Tables provide instructions, examples, and sample formulas for determining the speed of application, flow rate, and the amount of pesticide to add to the tank. (9 pages)