Tractor-mounted salt spreader SwingUp

Overview
The SwingUp is a dribble bar applicator from Vogelsang designed for precise slurry application with working widths ranging from 7.5 to 18 meters. It is lightweight (e.g. 990 kg for the 12 m basic model) and suitable for compact vehicles and tractors with lower towing capacity. The applicator minimises soil disturbance while delivering slurry close to the ground to increase nutrient efficiency and reduce emissions.

The problem
Conventional wide-area applicators waste manure, resulting in nutrient losses that cause ammonia emissions, wind drift, uneven application, and increased mineral fertiliser costs.

The solution
The SwingUp dribble bar applies slurry precisely and close to the ground to conserve nutrients, optimise yields, and support compliance with fertiliser regulations. Its design prevents the typical “start-up V” and guarantees uniform application across the entire working width.

Key features

• Optimised hose routing: discharge hoses are of similar lengths so slurry reaches the ground almost simultaneously, preventing start-up V patterns and ensuring uniform distribution.
• 4-point boom mounting to the tanker for secure attachment and simple retrofitting to existing slurry tankers.
• Lightweight construction (examples: 870–1930 kg depending on working width and configuration), enabling use on compact vehicles.
• Optional DropStop system: swings hoses 180° upward into a vertical position while driving to prevent dripping on roads.
• Alternative Comfort Flow Control available to close drain hoses and avoid drips.
• Rigid end hoses and slurry macerators recommended for high distribution accuracy.

Benefits

• Yield increase: maximum spreading accuracy with consistent crop maturation and uniform yields (no missed spots or overlaps).
• Cost savings: close-to-ground application increases nutrient transfer to plants, reducing the need for mineral fertiliser.
• Quick and flexible retrofitting: easily retrofittable to existing tankers with minimal investment and downtime; fits compact vehicles up to 15 m working width while often weighing below 1 tonne.
• Operational flexibility: flexible hoses enable application under suboptimal conditions; 180° swivel prevents dripping on roads.
• Sustainability: lower emissions, reduced mineral fertiliser use, minimal soil compaction, and improved documentation for sustainability certifications.

FAQ (selected)

• What is the SwingUp dribble bar applicator? The SwingUp is a dribble bar applicator for precise slurry application, available in working widths from 7.5 m to 18 m and designed for easy retrofitting to existing tankers.
• What are the technical features? Optimised hose routing for simultaneous slurry delivery, 4-point mounting to the tanker, rigid end hoses, optional DropStop or Comfort Flow Control, and a design aimed at preventing start-up V distribution patterns.
• Can the SwingUp be retrofitted to an existing slurry tanker? Yes — the SwingUp can be easily retrofitted to existing slurry tankers with minimal investment.
• Does the SwingUp comply with fertiliser regulations? Yes — the close-to-the-ground dribble bar application with appropriate maceration and rigid end hoses meets the guidelines of modern fertiliser ordinances for high distribution accuracy.

Working Width Comparison (table)
Working width in meters | Number of precision distributors | Hose spacing in cm | Weight (basic model) in kg
7.5 | 1 | 25 | 870
9 | 1 | 30 | 900
12 | 2 | 25 | 990
15 | 2 | 25 | 1050
18 | 2 | 30 | 1930

Technical specifications

• Model / denomination: SwingUp
• Working widths available: 7.5 m; 9 m; 12 m; 15 m; 18 m
• Number of precision distributors by width: 7.5 m → 1; 9 m → 1; 12 m → 2; 15 m → 2; 18 m → 2
• Hose spacing: 7.5 m → 25 cm; 9 m → 30 cm; 12 m → 25 cm; 15 m → 25 cm; 18 m → 30 cm
• Weight (basic model): 7.5 m → 870 kg; 9 m → 900 kg; 12 m → 990 kg; 15 m → 1050 kg; 18 m → 1930 kg
• Optimised hose routing for near-simultaneous discharge across the boom (prevents start-up V)
• 4-point mounting for secure attachment and retrofit suitability
• Optional anti-drip systems: DropStop (180° hose swivel) or Comfort Flow Control (drain hose closure)
• Suitable for compact tractors/vehicles when configured below 1 t (depending on width)
• Designed to provide high distribution accuracy in line with fertiliser ordinance requirements