Farmland Irrigation Engineering

Traditional methods for constructing irrigation canals for farmland involve either manual bricklaying or the assembly of prefabricated components. Manual bricklaying—digging trenches, transporting bricks, mixing mortar, and building the walls—takes two people less than 10 meters a day; a 10-kilometer canal would require hundreds of people working for several months. Even after completion, leaks persist, with seepage rates as high as 15-30%. Prefabricated components—panels are transported from the factory, hoisted, and assembled; transportation costs are high, and leaks still occur at the joints. This results in significant water waste and high maintenance costs.
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Canal MachineHand-Held Road RollerMini ExcavatorTricycle CraneSkid Steer

Canal Machine

In farmland irrigation canal construction, traditional manual bricklaying requires two people to complete less than 10 meters per day; a 10-kilometer canal would require hundreds of people working for several months. The PIVOT canal forming machine achieves 400 meters per day in one operation—equivalent to the daily workload of 80-100 workers. Concrete density is ≥95%, with a leakage rate of less than 5%, while manual bricklaying has a leakage rate of 15-30%. The canal lifespan is over 25 years, while manual bricklaying requires repair every 5-8 years. Customizable trapezoidal, U-shaped, and rectangular cross-sections are available, allowing for construction entirely according to blueprints; it is a core piece of equipment for farmland water conservancy projects.
Daily construction efficiency: 400 meters
Formed channel size: 300-1200mm
Total machine power: 15kW
Operators: 2-3 people
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Comparison of Channel Construction Methods

Comparison Dimensions

Manual bricklaying

Precast component installation

PIVOT Water Channel Forming Machine

Construction speed

5-10 m/person.day

20-30 m/day

400 m/day

Operators

10-20 people

5-8 people

2-3 people

Leakage rate

15-30%

8-12%

<5%

Service life

5-8 years

15-20 years

25 years or more

Channel quality

Depends on worker skills

Seams are prone to leakage

Made in one piece, uniform and dense

Hand-Held Road Roller

The roads on both sides of the canal need to be compacted for subsequent maintenance and passage. Large road rollers cannot enter the narrow canal top, and manual compaction is ineffective. The PIVOT walk-behind road roller has a narrow body and can operate on the canal top, ensuring the road is solid and durable, facilitating the passage of machinery and personnel.
Power: 5.5kW
Weight: 700kg
Vibration Force: 25kN
Amplitude: 0.5mm
Climbing Capability: 30°
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Comparison of hand-held road rollers and manual compaction

Comparison Dimensions

Manual compaction

PIVOT Hand-Held Road Roller

Compaction depth

15-20cm

300mm（Product Parameters）

Vibration force

—

25kN（Product Parameters）

Mini Excavator

Before canal construction, it is necessary to excavate the foundation trench and trim the slope. The PIVOT mini excavator can precisely control the depth and slope with an error of ≤3cm, creating favorable conditions for the forming machine's operation. With a body width of 980mm, it can move freely in fields without damaging surrounding crops. The excavated soil can be directly piled on the canal side for subsequent backfilling. One machine completes the entire process of trenching, slope trimming, and slag removal.
Power: 13.6kW
Operating Weight: 1200kg
Bucket Capacity: 0.04m³
Maximum Digging Depth: 2.3m
Maximum Digging Height: 3.6m
Maximum Unloading Height: 2.5m
Travel Speed: 2.5km/h
Climbing Ability: 30°
Ground Pressure: 28kPa
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Comparison of mini excavator and manual excavation

Comparison Dimensions

Manual excavation

PIVOT Mini Excavator

Excavation accuracy

Relies on experience

±3cm

Work speed

Low

Can quickly complete foundation trench excavation

Tricycle Crane

When using prefabricated U-shaped channels or laying large irrigation pipes, it is necessary to accurately place heavy prefabricated components in designated locations. The PIVOT three-wheeled crane can access narrow farmland roads and complete lifting operations right in the fields. No trailer is required; it drives itself to the work site, offering flexibility and mobility. The 3-ton lifting capacity is sufficient for most farmland water conservancy prefabricated components.
Lifting capacity: 3 tons
Lifting height: 8 meters
Motor power: 11kW
Travel speed: 30km/h
Total weight: 3.2 tons
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Comparison of three-wheeled cranes and manual hoisting

Comparison Dimensions

Manual scaffolding and hoisting

PIVOT Tricycle Crane

Lifting capacity

Relies on multi-person collaboration

Lifting capacity of 3 tons

Relocation method

Requires disassembly and assembly of shelves

Self-propelled, no trailer required

Safety

High risk

Mechanical operation, safe and controllable

Skid Steer

In farmland irrigation construction, there is a large amount of earthmoving and canal top road leveling work. The PIVOT skid steer loader can be equipped with a trencher for small-scale ditch excavation, or use the bucket to move earth and level canal top roads. Multiple attachments can be quickly switched, allowing one machine to complete various auxiliary tasks. 360° on-the-spot turning allows for flexible maneuvering even on narrow field ridges.
Power: 36.8kW
Rated Load: 900kg
Machine Weight: 3400kg
Travel Speed: 0-18km/h
Climbing Ability: 30°
Attachments: Bucket, Hydraulic Breaker, Grab, Sweeper, Trencher
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Comparison of Skid Steer Loaders and Manual Earthmoving

Comparison Dimensions

Artificial

PIVOT Skid Steer

Earthwork transportation

Handcart

Bucket for rapid transport

Ditch excavation

Manual trenching

Equipped with a trencher for rapid excavation

Ditch top leveling

Manual leveling

Bucket or sweeper for leveling

Customer Value

Engineer Value

Engineer Value

Customizable channel cross-sections according to drawings, precisely matching the design.

Concrete density ≥95%, meeting seepage prevention requirements.

Providing channel trench excavation accuracy standards (±3cm).

Procurement Value

Procurement Value

One piece of equipment replaces dozens of workers, solving labor shortages.

Stable channel quality, high acceptance rate.

Non-standard customization capabilities meet various project needs.

Owner Value

Owner Value

Construction time reduced from several months to over twenty days.

Channel lifespan over 25 years, low long-term maintenance costs.

Water savings of over 30%, increasing irrigated area.

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