In the age of technology, the shearing industry has come a long way. New innovations are coming under the spotlight for a sustainable future.

The ongoing research puts focus on maximising efficiency in the whole operation of shearing. Commutable, easy-to-carry and dependable tools are rolling out, and future shearers may get their hands on an automated shearing machine.

With the international competitiveness growing and demand for wool skyrocketing, the discoveries will increase profitability as well.

So, here are the latest innovations with wool in the shearing industry.

Upgrading the Shearing Process: Smart Handpiece

Since smart is the buzzword in today’s world, the shearing sector is not far behind. AWI in collaboration with 4c Design is working on a semi-automated handpiece.

The main objective is to ensure effective shearing when there are less experienced workers available. Moreover, addressing animal welfare, the handpiece comes with an alert system.

The integration of sharp gear eases the process while it would take years’ experience to understand one should change the combs or cutters.

Reducing Cases of Back Injuries: Electromyography Signals

Cases of back injuries have been notoriously growing, and this leads to a low retention rate.

AWI launches a project to probe deeper into the study of how lower back injuries take place, in the first place. The research further aims at a robotic solution to reduce the risk.

The sensing unit is likely to instruct shearers when they should take a rest and what they should do for injury prevention.

Wellbeing of Shearers and Sheep: Robotic Assisted Study

Bringing cutting-edge tech into the shearing process, the study looks at improving the mental and physical wellbeing of shearers and sheep.

The project utilises robotic tech to imitate moves of shearing with the body of an adult 3D printed sheep.

Since shearing takes a toll on your health, this study reduces physical stress as shearers do not need to bend for a long period.

So, are you excited to see these new innovations in practice? You still might have to wait, but can use the latest range of shearing gears available on Shearquantity now. Stay tuned for more info!