Case Studies

Real solutions for real farms

See how Williams Effluent Solutions has helped farmers across New Zealand improve their effluent management. See real farm testimonials and applications of how our products and support have boosted efficiency, met environmental standards, and made farm life easier.

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Concrete Infrastructure

Effluent system made simple

At Mooka Flats, Brad runs a 950-cow dairy operation. He needed an effluent system that would take the day-to-day pressure off his staff while providing a more reliable and sustainable solution. The existing clip tank system was continually filling with sand and solids, with no way of separating these before storage, which caused ongoing maintenance issues.

Effluent System Design

Long term effluent and infrastrucure upgrade

A fully upgraded effluent system was installed in stages over several years.

Effluent System Design

Full pond redevelopment and yard effluent upgrade – Atiamuri

A comprehensive redevelopment was undertaken to bring the system up to modern Dairy Effluent Storage Calculator standards.

Concrete Infrastructure

Fitzgeralds new floodwash system

Before installing the Williams Flood Wash System, this dairy farm struggled with ongoing issues in managing their feedpad effluent especially during the challenging winter months.

A complete, safe & efficient effluent system for Shayne and Sarah Coombe

When Sarah and Shayne Coombe needed to install power at their effluent pond, they took the opportunity to assess their full irrigation setup and design a system that would be safe, efficient, and future proof.

Trent Bonnar – A smart, scalable effluent solution with the Deluxe Junior

In 2021, Morrinsville dairy farmer Trent Bonnar needed a new irrigator that could work seamlessly with his existing effluent pump without compromising on performance or durability.

Kelvin Barker – 30 years of trust in Williams irrigators

Kelvin’s original Deluxe model has seen decades of use and is still pulling pipe up the paddock, proof of Williams’ durability and build quality.

Wayne Reynolds – smart effluent management with the GB Magnum travelling irrigator

When Gordonton dairy farmer Wayne Reynolds began planning improvements to his effluent system, his goal was clear: reduce the need for expensive effluent storage without compromising on compliance or paddock performance.

15+ years of proven performance – Gareth Rosvall & the Greenback spider irrigator

For over 15 years, Gareth Rosvall has relied on Greenback spider irrigators to manage effluent irrigation across the Hopkins Group eight dairy farms in the Manawatu region. 

On Farm Installation and Servicing

Inline filter installation in Paeroa

This dairy operation was facing daily blockages with the travelling irrigator, due to debris being in the effluent lines.

Concrete Infrastructure

Stone trap installation in Waitakaruru

This dairy farm located in Waitakaruru, was experiencing recurring issues with its effluent system due to stones and debris entering the lines.

Effluent System Design

Mainline extension covering a total area of 64 Hectares

To complete the effluent system upgrade, 110mm effluent pipe was installed complete with Williams 3 Way Riser Hydrants, resulting in an irrigation area of 64 hectares.

Installing 110mm pipe underground to accommodation the 33m3 effluent system flowrate.

On Farm Installation and Servicing

Farm servicing covering several farms

When supervising several farms over the Hauraki Plains, Stephen needs a team he can rely on to fix any problems that come his way.

Effluent System Design

Mainline extension on the Hauraki Plains

Mainline extension with 90mm Effluent Pipe installed completed with Williams 2 and 3 Way Riser Hydrants

Effluent System Design

Effluent storage development

This farm required an upgrade to their effluent storage system. The effluent pond location couldn't be changed, so the existing pond was dug out, desludged and fully prepared for the installation of a new HDPE liner. This ensured a durable , compliant, and long- lasting soluiton.

Effluent System Design

Effluent system upgrade in Miranda

An upgrade to provide a new and compliant effluent system.

Effluent System Design

Spring calving effluent storage and irrigation upgrade

This project involved upgrading the effluent storage and irrigation system for a 600-cow spring calving farm in Ngatea.

Effluent System Design

Spring calving farm effluent system upgrade

This project involved upgrading the effluent management system for a 300-cow spring calving farm in Hikutaia.

Effluent System Design

Two pond effluent irrigation pump solution

This project involved implementing an efficient pumping solution for irrigating effluent from a two-pond system using an existing Williams Spider Deluxe travelling irrigator.

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