Pioneer® NEXTGEN Water Tanks
Pioneer's New Range of Smart Water Tanks
Powered by Agbot™ Tank Sensors.
Now available with your Pioneer® NEXTGEN Water Tank is the new and improved Agbot™ water tank level sensor.
With options of cellular or satellite to monitor your tank wherever you are!
Be informed, not overworked
You need to know what is going on around your farm or property at any given time. Take the stress out of water storage, with live monitoring.
Transform your rainwater tank into a smart tank, using technology to your advantage.
A Smart Tank for the Modern Farmer
Detect Irrigation/Stock Watering Line Leaks Quickly & Remotely
Save on Fuel and Labour Costs
Avoid “Empty Tank” Situations
Have Peace of Mind and Better Plan Your Day
Reliable Connection from Remote Locations
Pioneer® NEXTGEN Agbot™ Specifications
- LTE (cellular) connectivity over Telstra NB-IoT, or;
- Satellite connectivity over Global Satellite Network
- Fully encapsulated, environmentally sealed enclosure
- Hydrostatic Level Sensor
- 50mm hole required for installation on a tank
- Designed in Australia by an Australian company
- Up to 7 years battery life* with lithium battery
*Estimated battery life dependent on the frequency of transmission and the deployment conditions.
Easy to install, Easier to monitor
Note: For cellular connected product – ensure your tank has Telstra network coverage. iOS or Android mobile app required for initial set up.
Hydrostatic Water Tank Level Sensor
Pioneer’s most advanced water tank to date, the Agbot™ water tank level sensor provides accurate and affordable water tank level monitoring.
Hydrostatic pressure sensors within the tank measure your water level with high accuracy, providing multiple liquid level reads per day. You can set SMS and or email alerts to be sent when levels are crossed.
Powered by a lithium battery, the sensor requires no external power and provides intelligent remote monitoring via a free mobile app.
Micro-satellite device equipped NEXTGEN tanks can send “set alerts” or set threshold breaches at the same time as level sends.
Cellular device equipped NEXTGEN Tanks can send set alerts or set threshold breaches hourly, or up to 24 times per day.
Simpler water tank monitoring for a modern world.
Agbot™ Cellular Model
- Receive readings directly to your smartphone
up to 24 times a day
- Robust, Safe & Built to Last with a 24 Month Warranty and 7+ year expected battery life
- Secure Connection from Anywhere in Australia with Telstra network coverage
- Engineered for the Harshest Climates; operational range between -40 to 80 degrees Celsius
- Rapid Activation with NFC
Agbot™ Satellite Model
- Receive readings directly to your smartphone
up to 4 times a day
- Robust, Safe & Built to Last with a 24 Month Warranty and 7+ year expected battery life
- Secure Connection from Anywhere in Australia with Telstra network coverage
- Engineered for the Harshest Climates; operational range between -40 to 80 degrees Celsius
- Rapid Activation with NFC
These incredible units are now being offered as an accessory with the new range of Pioneer® NEXTGEN Water Tanks, and can be fitted to existing water tanks – no need for that old rainwater tank gauge.
This sensor can be used with a variety of tank types and shapes, and a single sensor can be used to monitor multiple tanks that are connected and have a common level.
Pioneer® NEXTGEN Tank Installation
When deciding where to install your Pioneer® NEXTGEN water tank, it is important to understand how the Agbot™ operates. The Agbot uses radio waves or mobile connection to communicate with satellites or phone towers and must have a clear line of sight to as much sky as possible.
Physical obstacles including trees, buildings, and poles will block signals and may degrade system performance, and antennas should be mounted externally with suitable clearance where the device is housed within, or near to, metal or concrete structures.
Sites to Avoid
- Under or near tall trees or dense foliage
- Close to buildings, fences, poles or other structures
- Near metal or concrete buildings or structures
- At the bottom of deep canyons or valleys
- In a position that is at risk of flooding or submersion
- Near sources of RF interfernece such as high voltage power lines, or phone or radio towers
- Under or near solar panels, weather stations or similar electronic equipment
Correct Site Setup
Example of an ideal site installation.
Example of a permissible site installation: obscured sky view below 30 degrees of Agbot horizon line.
Pioneer® NEXTGEN Smart Tank FAQs
How easy is it to install and activate my Pioneer® NEXTGEN smart tank?
The Agbot is designed for easy installation and activation. The installation process requires only a few tools, and the activation can be completed with or without Wi-Fi or mobile signal, using an NFC-compatible phone.
Most modern phones are equipped with NFC, which is a method of wireless data transfer called Near field communication (NFC) that detects and then enables technology to communicate without the need for a Wi-Fi connection or mobile data.
Can I activate the Agbot™ without a Wi-Fi connection or mobile signal?
Yes, it is possible to activate the Agbot without a Wi-Fi connection or mobile signal.
The Agbot app has a feature called “Offline Mode”, which allows for activation without a Wi-Fi connection or mobile signal. This feature is useful for installations in remote areas.
The activation process can be completed offline, by turning this feature on in the app and the information will be submitted later once “Offline Mode” is disabled in the app and the phone is connected to mobile data or a Wi-Fi network.
How does the Pioneer® NEXTGEN tank communicate with the satellite?
The Agbot uses electromagnetic radio waves to communicate with the individual satellites that are part of a nano-satellite constellation. The Agbot antenna facilitates the transmission and reception of these radio waves. The Agbot calculates when these orbiting satellites will be transmitting through the section of sky visible to the Agbot antenna and transmits the messages accordingly.
The Agbot is not in contact with the satellites at all times, data is transmitted when the satellites are in view of the Agbot. Therefore, the Agbot must have a clear line of sight to as much sky as possible, in all directions, to maximise transmission opportunities.
How will I receive alerts for my monitored smart tanks?
You can set both text and email alerts in the Agbot app for the asset being monitored based on specific thresholds.
Can I set up multiple email addresses to receive these alerts?
Yes, you can add more than one email address by separating each address with a comma. There are no additional fees for adding multiple email addresses.
Will my Pioneer® NEXTGEN rainwater tank require regular or ongoing maintenance?
The Pioneer NEXTGEN® Agbot does not require any regular or ongoing maintenance.
However, it may be recommended to periodically update the satellite software on the device using the Agbot app to ensure optimal performance.
