10 Most Commonly Needed Pieces Of Agricultural Equipment

There are more pieces of agricultural equipment out there than one can possibly even imagine. Some are built for infrequent use while others are made tough enough to be used every day for years. Of course, the manufacturer matters when it comes to the life of a piece of agricultural equipment, because some are made better than others. But one thing is certain: if you take the time and effort to properly care for your agricultural equipment, it will serve you far longer.

The best way to take care of any piece of equipment, be it common or a little out of the ordinary, is to protect it from wear and tear, corrosion, and other debilitating factors. And the best way to do that is to have a protective coating thermal sprayed where it’s needed most.

All of that said, let’s take a look at the 10 most common pieces of agricultural equipment found in use today.

Hammer Wrench

With any luck, you may be able to find this in the bargain bin. It’s one of those things that you don’t know you need, until you need it. The next time you need to adjust or detach a 3-point hitch, you’re going to wish you had one of these. Couple this with a hammer and you have a pairing that no farmer, land clearer, land developer, etc. should be without.

Impact Driver (Cordless)

When a piece of equipment breaks, chances are, you are nowhere near the carefully accumulated collection of tools you have stored in a building somewhere. Out on the back 40, with no air hose or electricity available, a cordless impact driver is going to become your very best friend. Carrying a small toolbox with you, everywhere you go, will protect you against unnecessary frustration and inconvenience.

Union Scoop Or Shovel

Few shovels out there compare to the versatility and usefulness of a union shovel or union scoop. Similar shovels by a different name (the “union scoop” is made by Union Tools) are out there and available. Easier to disinfect and oblivious to corrosives, you may grow to love the plastic styling.

Monitoring System

When you have a sick animal in the barn, or something else you need to keep an eye on, something as simple as a baby monitor can be the answer to avoiding sleepless nights. Go all out, if you choose, and buy/install a high-tech monitoring system complete with camera.

Chain Binder

This, of course, is useless without a chain. But a chain is the very next thing on this list. A chain binder is the best way to properly secure a trailer load and tighten down a chain as much as possible. There are several styles out there from which to choose.

A Good, Sturdy Chain

In addition to the chain binder, you will obviously need a chain. Chances are, you will find far more uses for this chain than simply tying down loads.

Come-Along

In a pinch, you might be able to use of farm jack, but having the properly sized come-along needed, when you need it, is the best option. Not only is it easier to manipulate, carry, and lift, it is more convenient all the way around.

Farm Jack

If you don’t have a come-along, you at least have to have a farm jack. For the job of fence posts alone, either or both of these tools is indispensable.

Whirligig

You may have heard this referred to as a re-bar tie wire twister and for do-it-yourself fence installation, this is a massive timesaver.

Your Final Piece of Equipment

Not all pieces of equipment can be thermal coated, however. This last piece of equipment is the smallest, by far, but no less mighty than the others. It is a tactical flashlight. Compact enough to fit in your pocket, arming yourself with a high quality tactical flashlight to keep handy for emergencies is essential. Be sure to always have working batteries and an extra set at the ready. Consider purchasing rechargeable batteries and a charger to not only save money on batteries, but to help assure yourself that a charged set is always available.

If you have any questions about your agriculture equipment and where thermals prayed protective coatings can or cannot be applied, talk to the people at A and a Coatings. Our customer service will be happy to assist you so that you and your equipment can have the perfect working relationship for years to come.