Introducing Trough Direct: Satellite-Connected Water Monitoring for Ranchers
Ensuring livestock have continuous access to water is a top priority for ranchers, especially as drought conditions continue to plague the western United States. But who has time to use their ever shrinking resource pool to spend hours every day just to check something that usually doesn’t need checking? Our new Trough Direct solves this challenge by providing real-time water level monitoring for troughs through satellite connectivity — no matter where you are.
How Trough Direct Works
Trough Direct is a stand-alone, satellite-connected water monitoring device designed specifically for livestock troughs. Unlike traditional monitoring solutions that rely on cellular networks, Trough Direct operates via satellite, ensuring reliable data transmission even in the most remote locations.
Key Benefits for Ranchers
✅ Know Your Water Levels Anytime, Anywhere
Trough Direct differs from our Xtend Tank in that it connects directly to your device via satellite. This makes a huge difference if you’re in an area that cannot have line of sight with your Ranchbot Monitor. In the past, ranchers would simply have to guess about their water supply at the trough, or get another Ranchbot Monitor just for their troughs. Trough Direct’s high-precision sensor measures water levels to within ¼ inch accuracy and transmits this data directly to the MyRanchbot app via satellite. Ranchers can check their trough levels from anywhere using a smartphone or computer, eliminating unnecessary trips to the field.
✅ Reliable Satellite Connectivity—No Cell Service Needed
Many ranching operations are located in areas with poor or no cellular coverage. Trough Direct bypasses this issue by connecting directly to satellites, providing consistent, real-time data no matter how remote the ranch. Now you can understand your water levels, and when they are fluctuating, meaning you can have better insights into your cattle, when they are drinking, and how much they are consuming.
✅ Custom Alerts for Water Issues
With customizable alerts via SMS and email, you’ll receive notifications when water levels are too low, overflowing, or experiencing irregular fluctuations. This ensures quick action can be taken to prevent dehydration or waste.
✅ Fast and Easy Installation
Designed for ranchers, Trough Direct can be installed in just 10 minutes with either a side or top mount—no complicated setup required.
✅ GPS-Enabled for Easy Management
Trough Direct comes with built-in GPS tracking, allowing ranchers to see the exact location of each monitored trough in the MyRanchbot app—perfect for managing multiple water sources across large properties.
