Baler Automation works using LiDAR technology. A sensor mounted on the front end of the tractor cab’s roof emits a laser pulse to the area in front of the tractor. Consistent pulses are reflected by the surface of the field and the swath. Distance is calculated based on the elapsed time between the emission of the laser pulse and the sensor receiving the reflection. The system then immediately calculates the position and shape of the swath, sending critical information to the ISOBUS of the tractor to adjust steering.

The sensor also measures tractor speed and, depending on swath volume, reduces speed to prevent overloads or increases speed to maximize productivity.