Fencing remote pasture in hard-to-reach corners of farms has become easier with the launch of Gallagher’s MBS6500i energizer, which can function like a talking fence.
The powerful new energizer is a versatile three-in-one system capable of being powered by mains electricity, mains with battery backup, or off-grid with solar energy. Its design ensures durability in all weather conditions, keeping stock secure even in the most challenging environments.
The MBS6500i is designed to work in remote locations, from the back of large farms, to run-offs, and farms where connecting mains power to a fence line can be a challenge.
Gallagher Head of Animal Fencing Kelvin Wong says the system can act like a “talking fence” when paired with Fence Monitors and the i Series Energizer Remote and Fault Finder, used across the fencing system.
“Farmers essentially get a talking fence that they can monitor 24/7, even in the most remote locations on their farms,” he says.
“The total system gives farmers peace of mind, knowing what’s happening with their fence and that their stock is safely contained.”
Fence Monitors can be added at up to six strategic points along a fence line, and the MBS6500i comes complete with an LCD controller screen that conveniently displays the energizer’s performance and data from each Fence Monitor on the farm, says Kelvin.
The same data is also displayed on the handheld i Series Energizer Remote and Fault Finder.
“It makes fault repairs so much easier, and you can see how the energizer is performing to give you peace of mind the fence is performing, and your stock is controlled,” says Kelvin.
“With Fence Monitors installed, you can also isolate any areas where a fault occurs, rather than checking the entire fence line,” says Kelvin.
It also allows users to power off the energizer by simply holding the remote on the wire anywhere on the farm, without the need to go back to the energizer and turn it off.
These features are a significant time saver, especially when the fence is at the back of a large farm, in a hard-to-reach area, or many kilometres long, says Kelvin.
Designed for large-scale fencing, the MBS6500i can power up to 40 kilometres of multi-wire fencing under optimal conditions.
“This system enables farmers to fence remote areas without a direct main power source. With its solar power option, the energizer can operate efficiently in remote areas and, with the right number of batteries, can last up to a week even without sunlight,” says Kelvin.
Farmers who have tested the MBS6500i appreciate its reliability and how it creates a talking fence for their farms.
“Being able to see how the energizer is performing and power it off from wherever you are with the remote is such a time saver, particularly when you are finding and dealing with faults. The system helps you do it all with ease.”
Supplied by: Gallagher
Published in WIRED issue 74/September 2024 by Fencing Contractors Association NZ
