How a Sugarcane Farmer Discovered the Power of Laser Spray Marathon 40 mm (Common name: Rain Pipe / Rain Hose)?

Agriculture today is not just about hard work—it is about using the right technology at the right time. Farmers are constantly looking for solutions that save water, reduce effort, and improve crop yield. One such success story comes from Mr. Deepak Sawant, Village Venegaon, Dist-Satara, Mobile no.- +919272409943. A progressive sugarcane farmer who transformed his irrigation practices using Laser Spray Marathon 40 mm by Driptech India Pvt. Ltd.

From Ordinary Rain Pipe / Rain Hose to Laser Spray Marathon

Like many farmers, he was earlier dependent on traditional irrigation methods and local rain pipes. However, these systems often failed to provide uniform water distribution, especially over longer distances. Some parts of the field received excess water, while others remained dry due to pressure loss.

Last year, the farmer decided to try something new. He installed Laser Spray Marathon 40 mm in half an acre of his sugarcane crop. Initially, it was just a trial, but the results were beyond expectations. He observed that the pipe could easily cover up to 100 meters, distributing water evenly across the entire fields. 

Unique features of Laser Spray Marathon

Laser Spray Marathon 40 has longer Maximum Permissible Running Length (100 mtr) than the conventional rain pipes / rain hoses. It means that it can irrigate uniformly upto 100 mtr as shown in the figure above.  This unique feature of Laser Spray gives several advantages to the user farmer:

• Its extended running length significantly reduces the requirement for main pipes, sub-main pipes, and associated fittings. As illustrated in the diagram below for a one-hectare irrigation system comparing Laser Spray Marathon 40 with a conventional 40 mm rain pipe/rain hose, the Laser Spray system requires substantially lower quantities of the following components:

• Main Line

• Sub Main Line

• Valves

• End Caps

The larger the plot, the higher is the saving. For large / long plots, Laser Spray Marathon is a must.

• It also reduces labour required for installation simple because of lesser quantity of the components.

While on this, please note another unique feature of Laser Spray Marathon 40:

The Laser Spray Marathon system irrigates at a slower rate compared to other models; however, each valve covers a larger area. This feature offers a practical advantage appreciated by many farmers, as it increases the interval between valve operations. With longer intervals between opening valves, farmers or laborers have more flexibility to attend to other tasks instead of remaining constantly present in the field. Typically, the interval between valve openings in a Laser Spray Marathon system is around 30 minutes, whereas in other systems it is approximately 10 minutes.

Expanding from Half Acre to Full Acre

Farmer impressed by the results in just half an acre, the farmer made a confident decision. He expanded the use of Laser Spray Marathon 40 mm to his entire 1-acre farm. This shift highlights the trust and satisfaction farmers develop when they experience real, visible benefits in their fields. 

Please see this video on Deepak Sawant’s experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-PdiQablUw 

Conclusion

The farmer discovered the uniqueness of Laser Spray Marathon. Its features which is not offered by any rain pipe / rain hose namely its Maximum Permissible Running Length of 100 mtr which is reflected in its ability to irrigate upto 100 mtr uniformly. This unique feature results in saving in Main Line, Sub-Main Line and fittings reducing the cost of the irrigation system significantly. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is Laser Spray Marathon 40 mm?
It is an advanced rain pipe irrigation system that provides uniform water distribution upto 100 mtr. 

2. How much area can it cover?
It can efficiently cover up to 100 meters length and 6 mtr in breadth with uniform water flow.

3. Does it provide uniform irrigation?
Yes, it ensures equal water distribution from start to end.

4. How is it better than ordinary rain pipes?
It has Maximum Permissible Running Length of 100 mtr which is reflected in its ability to irrigate upto 100 mtr uniformly compared to 30-35 mtr for the ordinary rain pipes. This unique feature results in saving in Main Line, Sub-Main Line and fittings reducing the cost of the irrigation system significantly.  This feature is of great advantage particularly in case of large / long plots. 

6. Can it save water and time?
Yes, it reduces water wastage and saves irrigation time. 

7. Is it cost-effective?
Its usage results in saving in Main Line, Sub-Main Line and fittings reducing the cost of the irrigation system significantly.

8. Can small farmers use it?
Absolutely, it is suitable for both small and large farmers but it is of more advantage in case of large /long plots. 

9. Does it improve crop health?
Yes, uniform irrigation leads to healthier and consistent crop growth.

10. Why do farmers recommend it?
Farmers recommend it because it irrigates longer area (upto 100 mtr) uniformly. This is because its design is such that its Maximum Permissible Running Length is 100 mtr – more than double of the conventional Rain Pipes / Rain Hoses. This also results in reduction in the length of Main Line, Sub-Main Line and quantity of fittings reducing the cost of the irrigation system significantly.