INNOTRAC by INNOTRAC

Technology Overview

• Latest revision : 10/8/2026
• Commercial release date : 2020
• Application : Automation replaces dangerous, hazardous crop protection tasks and monotonous, high-focus work.

Commercialisation Overview

• Technology Readiness Level (TRL) : 10: Market introduction - Full commercial operation
• Units in Service - Global : 0-10
• Business model : Direct sales / Distributor network / RaaS (Robot as a service) / Rental / Leasing
• Price : €150k to €200k
• Ongoing Costs : After 5 years, the licenses are renewed

Market Coverage, Distributors and Service Suppliers

• Countries or markets addressed :

  USA, Canada, Australia, EU Countries like Germany, UK, France, Poland, Spain, Italy, Bulgaria, Romania, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Hungary, South America like Chile, Brasil , Argentina

  
  

  Dealer: Global Sales (USA, EU) FRUMACO - www.frumaco.de

Performance & Economic Impact

• Estimated ROI :

  AVOIDANCE OR REPLACEMENT OF A WORKPLACE
  
  - that is hazardous to health, especially during plant protection measures,
  - which is monotonous and requires maximum concentration for certain measures
  - it is not about reducing jobs but about solving the problems of non-existent human skilled-workers
  - which costs the company 30 – 40 T €

  
  INNOTRAC autonomously performs the main tasks (mechanical weed control, mulching, and plant protection) in orchards.
  
  It is used for approximately 800 working hours per year for these tasks.
  
  Decouples Labour from field operations, ~70-80% saving.
  
  Typical payback inside three years. (depend of working hours)

• Phytosanitary Product Savings :

  INNOTRAC AI-driven operating system (OS) subscription package is required to use autonomy, and all new machines are sold with 5 years of this subscription included. This subscription package is valued a ~$1000/Year.
  
  Decouples Labour from field operations, ~70-80% saving.

• Yield Improvement :

  Varies depending on the crop and application
  Decouples Labour from field operations, ~70-80% saving.

Technical specifications

• Type of solution : Automated transplanters and seeders, Autonomous platform/carrier, Electrical weeder, Laser weeder, Mapping, Mechanical harvester, Mechanical weeder, Smart/Precision Sprayer Technologies, Other
• Power source : HATZ 4 cyl 4H50TICD Diesel 55,4 kw
• Required Tractor Power : Any standard 3 point linkage mounted implements for tillage, seeding, weeding, spraying etc.
• Size :
  • Metric: Overall length 424 x Overall width 156 x Overall Height 194 cm
  • Imperial: Overall length 166.93 x Overall width 61.42 x Overall Height 76.38 in
• Net weight : Vehicle weight 2,250 kg (Gross vehicle weight 3,500 kg) | Vehicle weight 4,960 lbs (Gross vehicle weight 7,716 lbs)
• Min Farm Size (In hectares) : 20 ha | 49 Acres
• Productivity : A INNOTRAC can process an average of 12 to 37 acres (5 to 15 hectares) per day (approx. 8 working hours) Farming Average Performance per Day (8h) Explanation. Crop Protection (Spraying) 25 – 37 acres (10–15 ha) Higher driving speed (approx. 4–5 mph / 6–8 km/h). Fast driving through the rows is crucial. Mulching / Mowing (Row Maintenance) 20 – 30 acres (8–12 ha) Medium speed. Often, the row is mowed while the under-vine/under-tree area is treated simultaneously. Under-Tree Weeding (Mechanical) 10 – 15 acres (4–6 ha) Very slow, precise driving (approx. 1–2.5 mph / 2–4 km/h) to avoid damaging the tree trunks. Harvest Support (e.g., Picking Train) 5 – 10 acres (2–4 ha) The tractor moves at a walking pace to match the speed of the pickers.
• Maximum operating speed : 10 km/h | 6.5 mph
• Wheel spacing : 1.16 m | 3.81 Feet
• Horse power : 75 HP

Functionalities and technologies

• Core Functionality : 1.Reactive Hedge Row Following 2. Mission Teach-In 3. Obstacle Avoidance in the Row 4. Dynamic Rerouting 5. Obstacle Avoidance in the Path For reactive navigation or obstacle avoidance, our OS requires to have some sort of environment perception ( LiDAR and camera system). Navigation is based on a fully autonomous navigation Operating System (OS) GPS independent navigation (for GPS-denied environments)
• Software : AUTONOMOUS OPERATION & UNIVERSAL APPLICABILITY : INNOTRAC / ROBOT AD 1 The existing market usually offers assisted guidance systems, while INNOTRAC comes with a fully autonomous navigation Operating System (OS) – including planning, control and observation. That makes a big difference for Customers and the scope of application of this machine compared to other market competitors Autonomous navigation optimized for orchards, vineyards, nurseries, hop fields, and similar agricultural settings. 1. Reactive Hedge Row Following 2. Mission Teach-In 3. Obstacle Avoidance in the Row Collision Avoidance within the rows allows for dynamic replanning also replanning also in the rows if the rows are big enough. This avoids unnecessary stops and standstills during mission execution. 4. Dynamic Rerouting Dynamic Re-Routing helps to avoid outages and blockages of the autonomous system by dynamically re-arranging task orders in the current mission when obstacles are detected in the robot’s desired path. 5. Obstacle Avoidance in the Path Collision Avoidance with dynamic replanning maximizes the productivity time of the robot by avoiding unnecessary stops and standstills during mission execution. Navigation is based on a fully autonomous navigation Operating System (OS) – including planning, control and observation. We use also modules like GPS independent navigation (for GPS-denied environments), context awareness and much more. The choice of sensors on each Maschine depends on Customer individual needs. For reactive navigation or obstacle avoidance, our OS requires to have some sort of environment perception. Usually, we use a LiDAR system for this purpose. Further, this LiDAR system can also be used for localization and environment mapping with our hybrid localization module.. Mission control and remote monitoring are carried out via mobile phone or tablet.
• Connectivity : Our Ready-to-Use Autonomy OS We enable navigation in environments where conventional approaches fail — even in areas without GNSS or GNSS-denied areas. Choose the solution that unlocks unimagined efficiency and scalability. Autonomy OS (Farming Autonomy Operating System / FAOS) is designed to be hardware-agnostic and can be integrated into various agricultural machines and farming systems.
• Compatible Tools : PTO shaft - Mechanical drive at the rear and between axles Drive 540 rpm (optional 1000 rpm) Front PTO - Hydraulic drive 0-56 rpm at 210 bar adjustable Attachment compartments -Front, center, rear in three-point linkage Semi-mounted hopper ob. Plant protection, sprayer Working hydraulics 1 Gear pump max. 17.2 |/min at 210 bar, electrohydraulic directional control valves Working hydraulics 2 Gear pump 0-56 |/min at 210 bar infinitely variable Power lift 1 (front) KAT 1 (optional KAT 2), lifting capacity 1200 kg Power lift 2 (center) KAT 1 (optional KAT 2), lifting capacity 1200 kg Power lift 3 (rear) KAT 1 (optional KAT 2), lifting capacity 1800 kg Battery capacity 24V – 66 Ah

Development Roadmap

• Next phase : Optional Extension in progress: Automated Tree Inventory & Precision Control! Expand the automated deployment of our INNOTRAC robot with precise, digital inventory tracking. While the vehicle autonomously navigates your rows, the integrated sensor system utilizes AI-powered image processing to continuously record every single tree. Your benefits at a glance: - Automated Counting & Mapping: Seamless tracking of your entire inventory, including the exact GPS geolocation of each individual tree. - Vitality & Growth Monitoring: Early detection of gaps, growth deviations, or noticeable changes in the foliage canopy. - Demand-Oriented Implement Control (Spot-Spraying): The captured real-time data enables targeted, centimeter-accurate control of your attachments. Instead of full-area treatment, only individual trees or affected sections are sprayed or maintained as needed. This saves operating resources and protects the environment. - Seamless Data Integration (Farm Management & ERP): All recorded inventory data, evaluations, and application maps can be directly exported and integrated into your existing farm management information system (FMIS) or ERP system – ensuring seamless digital farm management. - Precise Operation Planning & Yield Forecasting: A solid data foundation for pinpoint treatment planning, harvest forecasts, replanting, and the efficient use of crop protection and nutrients. - Zero Extra Effort: Data collection and precise application take place fully automatically during regular maintenance or mowing tasks – without the need for additional trips.

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