The over 1 Million projects granted by Eureka Eurostar EU program will be co-funded by the European Union through Horizon Europe and will support “OptiMist,” a joint project to optimize mist-blower sprayers and develop real-time plant mapping for orchards and vineyards.
Spray Logics S.r.l. and Elactis SA are proud to announce that they have been awarded a grant from the Eureka Eurostar, supported by the EU to co-develop the “OptiMist” project – a versatile precision orchard and vineyard sensor system for sprayer companies.
The project is designed to significantly reduce chemical usage, enhance fruit quality, help farmers optimize production, and promote biodiversity.
Current spraying methods in orchards waste the essential part of the chemicals damaging the environment and the harvest and are labor intensive. Spray Logics and Elactis have recently demonstrated their ability to solve similar problems for horizontal boom applications in precision agriculture.
The “OptiMist” solution will integrate optical sensors, solenoid valves, and advanced control algorithms into a versatile platform that enables:
- Targeted chemical application at every growth stage, from pre-vegetation to post-harvest treatments.
- Significant reductions in chemical usage, protecting both the environment and fruit quality.
- Improved productivity through automated, data-driven precision spraying.
- Biodiversity promotion by minimizing chemical drift and preserving ecosystems.
- Automatic Flower Thinning, helping the farmer to increase fruit size and productivity.
This solution will empower farmers to optimize orchard and vineyard management, delivering a strong return on investment while meeting increasingly stringent environmental regulations.
About Spray Logics S.r.l.
Spray Logics, an innovative start-up, is tackling one of agriculture’s pressing challenges—excessive chemical exposure in apple and grape production. Operating in Europe’s leading cultivation regions, including Trentino, Alto Adige, and South Tyrol, Spray Logics has developed groundbreaking plant-recognizing sensor technology. This cutting-edge solution enables targeted spraying and real-time plant health and density analysis, drastically reducing chemical use and minimizing environmental impact.
For more information, visit www.spraylogics.com .
About Elactis SA (Gevasol Switzerland)
Elactis SA is the R&D subsidiary of the Gevasol Group, specializing in customized solenoid valves and electronic control solutions for precision systems.
The Gevasol Group specializes in developing and producing customized solenoids and motion and fluid control systems for the process control industry. It operates six R&D centers and eight manufacturing facilities globally as a family-owned industrial organization. The engineering team comprises individuals from diverse countries, backgrounds, and areas of expertise, contributing varied perspectives to the R&D process. This collective approach underpins the distinctive methodology and innovative solutions characteristic of Gevasol.
For more information visit www.gevasol.com.
“The collaboration enables the creation of a fully integrated system where the sensor’s data can precisely control the spraying mechanism,” comments Nicola Baldo, CEO of Spray Logics S.r.l. “This results in a cohesive and optimized solution that enhances the system’s overall efficiency and functionality.”
“Spray Logics and Elactis are setting a new standard for precision agriculture by combining expertise in sensor technologies, fluid control, and advanced algorithms,” says Balázs Janossy, founder of Elactis and Business Development Director of Gevasol’s Fluid Control Division.
By combining expertise in sensor technologies, fluid control, and advanced algorithms, Spray Logics and Elactis are setting a new standard for precision agriculture.
