Frost Boss Frost Fans
Protect Your Vineyard from Frost Damage with Advanced Frost Boss Fans: Reliable Solutions for Tasmanian Growers
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Frost Fans, such as those from Frost Boss, are used effectively in vineyards across the world. Once installed, they operate 24/7 on-site, automatically starting and stopping according to the temperature and wind conditions.
Marshall Machinery is proud to see many Tasmanian vineyards avoiding massive frost damage by having these systems installed correctly. In many cases, vineyards are not only protecting their crops but also seeing improvements in yield and quality, thanks to the ability to keep plants warmer and dryer using Frost Boss machines installed and maintained by Marshall Machinery.
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While frost fans are widely used for frost protection, they are also effective in reducing temperatures under certain growing cover systems by expelling trapped hot air.
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Specific to grapes exposed to cool conditions, research from PIRSA (Primary Industries Research South Australia) highlights that sap flow in vines stops at a dry bulb temperature of +0.6°C, where quality and volume reduction become a serious concern. If these temperatures occur during critical times in young vineyards, it could delay their maturation for years or, in some cases, prevent them from reaching their full potential.
Frost Boss machines offer three primary forms of protection:
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Temperature Lift: Raising temperatures around the plants.
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Disruption of Laminar Surface Layer: Preventing the formation of stagnant air, which is conducive to frost formation.
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Humidity Reduction: Helping to stop frost crystals from forming.
Without frost protection, the losses can be significant. Frost Boss machines provide a cost-effective method of minimizing this risk, offering excellent value for the protection they provide. As the most popular frost fan in Australia, Frost Boss is well-regarded for its efficiency and competitive pricing.
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For a more precise understanding of how frost fans could benefit your Tasmanian vineyard, Marshall Machinery recommends a full climate study. This study will gather specific data to forecast the likely outcomes of using frost fans on your site.
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You may also want to utilize the "Return On Investment" calculator on the Australian Frost Fan website to help calculate the potential benefits.
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Visit the Frost Boss ROI Calculator for more information and detailed insights on frost fan performance. Additionally, the Frost Boss website offers further valuable information that could assist in your decision-making process.