IMANTS – Penetrometer
Understanding the degree of compaction enables the right procedures to be taken to eliminate excessive levels
Hand operated professional compaction meter. The Imants penetrometer is a handheld, professional compaction meter to locate and monitor the compaction levels in the soil/rootzone. Understanding the degree of compaction enables the right procedures to be taken to eliminate excessive levels. Lack of air in compacted soil is a major problem, as the roots need access to oxygen to survive. As a rule of thumb, compaction greater than 20 bar pressure (285psi) will cause problems and action should be taken to relieve the compaction in the rootzone.
This simple tool allows you to observe the degree of soil compaction at depths from 0-18 inches (0-45 centimeters). The penetrometer consists of removal tapered-tip cone, a rod with depth marks at 3" (7.5cm) intervals, a machined precision-bore pressure chamber, and a 0-1000 Psi (0-60 bar) pressure gauge. The diameter of the bore / piston and tip cone base are essentially equal. This means that the pressure reading of the meter is approximately the same as the pressure required at the tip to force the rod through the soil.
Features:
- Measures soil compaction levels and resistance to penetration
- Equipped with a digital display for accurate and easy-to-read results
- Adjustable cone size for different soil types and testing applications
- Ergonomic handle design for comfortable operation
- Durable construction for long-term use
Benefits:
- Helps identify soil compaction issues that may be affecting plant growth and productivity
- Provides a precise and objective measure of soil strength and stability
- Enables targeted and effective soil improvement strategies, such as aeration, cultivation, or drainage
- Saves time and resources by identifying problem areas before they become more severe
- Suitable for a wide range of applications, such as agriculture, horticulture, and sports turf management.
Established in 1986 by Richard Campey
Richard Campey detected an untapped market need, he realised that there was a role for a specialist supplier of high quality purpose built equipment that would enable turf managers to meet the increased demands placed on modern sports turf surfaces.
What initially started out as business offering sports turf maintenance work within the North West of the United Kingdom, has now grown to be one of the leading UK’s independent distributors, with machinery available throughout Europe, Asia, Africa and the USA.
Centaur Asia Pacific is the distributor for Campey Turf Care Systems range of products in Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore and Brunei.
Updated on: 17 February 2023