What EVRARD does

EVRARD SAS is a French manufacturer of agricultural spraying equipment founded in 1952 by Aimé Evrard in Maresquel-Ecquemicourt, Pas-de-Calais, and headquartered and produced today at 301 Rue du 21 Mai 1940, Beaurainville. The company designs and manufactures 100% of its machines in France with more than 165 employees, operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of EXEL Industries since 2007 (via the earlier 1987 HARDI-EVRARD combination). Its product portfolio is concentrated in two categories: self-propelled sprayers (automoteurs) — VEGA, ALPHA Original, and ALPHA R-Activ — and trailed sprayers (traînés) — METEOR Original and METEOR R-Activ — with tank capacities of 3,500–6,000L and boom widths from 24 to 45 meters.

Underlying these machines is a proprietary technology stack centered on precision application and boom stability. OptiSpray (since 2011) provides automatic nozzle selection with up to 15 combinations across 0–35+ km/h and includes a patent-protected V2 evolution enabling per-section dose modulation from prescription maps. R-ACTIV (launched 2020) is a compact pneumatic circuit with sub-3-second response and reduced residual volume. Complementary modules include TurboFiller (35L venturi incorporation system), ISOBUS-compatible terminal integration (InCommand 800/1200, TopCon X35), and four boom-frame systems (LPA2, LPA6, LPA7, DeltaForce) with active terrain-following and up to -4° incline capability. EVRARD also holds the 2016 world record with the METEOR 5400 (136.82 ha/hour at 99% precision).

EVRARD generates revenue through hardware sales of these sprayers, plus parts, service, and after-sales support via an exclusive French dealer/concessionary network. Pricing is dealer-quoted; current campaigns include the Eco Reprise trade-in (up to €15,000 on ALPHA, €10,000 on METEOR) bundled with 0% financing over 3 years. Customer segments are professional farmers and agricultural cooperatives (primary) and agricultural contractors (secondary). The company commits to a minimum 10-year parts availability post-discontinuation and operates a European parts distribution center in Savigny-le-Temple for next-day delivery. Geographic footprint is concentrated in France with European parts support; revenue is not publicly disclosed, and the company is privately held (SAS à Associé Unique).

Name

EVRARD

Legal name

Société par Actions Simplifiée à Associé Unique EVRARD

Website

https://evrard-fr.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1952

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

EVRARD is a French manufacturer of self-propelled and trailed agricultural sprayers founded in 1952, serving professional farmers, cooperatives, and contractors in France through an exclusive dealer network, with all production carried out in Beaurainville by over 165 employees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Sprayers

SIC

Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523)

akta.pro primary industry

Field & Orchard Sprayers (Boom, Airblast, Spot Sprayers) (AFAAADAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Spray Control, Rate Controllers & Nozzle Systems (Pumps, Valves, Atomizers) (AFAAADAF)

Keywords

• Agricultural sprayers
• Self-propelled sprayers
• Trailed sprayers
• Precision spraying
• Crop protection equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Beaurainville

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Agricultural Sprayer Sales: EVRARD generates revenue primarily through the manufacture and sale of agricultural spraying equipment, including self-propelled (automoteurs) and trailed (traînés) sprayers. The company also derives revenue from parts, service, and after-sales support through its dealer network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

EVRARD designs and manufactures agricultural sprayers in France for professional crop protection. The company sells self-propelled sprayers (VEGA, ALPHA Original, ALPHA R-Activ) and trailed sprayers (METEOR Original, METEOR R-Activ), complemented by proprietary precision-spraying technologies (OptiSpray, R-ACTIV, TurboFiller, ISOBUS) and stabilization frames (LPA2, LPA6, LPA7, DeltaForce). Distribution and after-sales service are delivered through a network of authorized dealers and concessionaries.

Product overview

EVRARD is a French manufacturer of agricultural sprayers founded in 1952, designing and producing all equipment in France with over 165 employees. The product portfolio consists of two main categories: self-propelled sprayers (automoteurs) including VEGA, ALPHA Original, and ALPHA R-Activ; and trailed sprayers (traînés) including METEOR Original and METEOR R-Activ. These core products are complemented by technology modules including OPTISPRAY (automatic nozzle selection since 2011), R-ACTIV (pneumatic spray circuit), TURBOFILLER (35L product incorporation system), ISOBUS (universal compatibility terminals), and specialized boom frames (LPA2, LPA6, LPA7, DeltaForce) with various boom types (TR4, B3 SLIM, B3, RHA, RA, DDZ, EVOL) ranging from 24-45m widths. The R-Activ technology represents a premium variant across both ALPHA and METEOR product lines, offering pneumatic circuit control for enhanced spray precision.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VEGA: High-tech self-propelled sprayer launched in 2026, featuring front cabin design and Cummins 310hp engine.
• ALPHA
• METEOR
• R-ACTIV
• OPTISPRAY

Products and services

• VEGA Self-Propelled Sprayer High-end self-propelled agricultural sprayer designed for maximum visibility and operator comfort, with 5000L or 6000L tank capacity and boom widths from 24 to 45m. Built for professional farmers and contractors needing high work rates.
• ALPHA Original Self-Propelled Sprayer Self-propelled agricultural sprayer with 4200L tank capacity, 24-39m boom widths, DEUTZ Stage V 6-cylinder 145hp engine and hydrostatic transmission, positioned as the reliable workhorse for professional crop protection.
• ALPHA R-Activ Self-Propelled Sprayer Premium self-propelled sprayer equipped with R-ACTIV pneumatic circuit technology for instant spray responsiveness and precision. Available in 4200L and 5000L tank capacities with 24-39m booms, 4-wheel drive and steering, and a DEUTZ Stage V 245hp engine.
• METEOR Original Trailed Sprayer Legendary trailed agricultural sprayer with high performance and reliability. Available in 3500L and 4200L tank capacities with aluminum booms (TR4, B3 SLIM, B3) from 24-39m width.
• METEOR R-Activ Trailed Sprayer Premium trailed sprayer with R-ACTIV pneumatic circuit technology, compact design, integral chassis suspension and automatic dilution system. Available in 4200L, 5000L and 6000L tank capacities with steel and aluminum boom options up to 45m.
• OptiSpray Automatic Nozzle Selection Technology Pneumatic automatic nozzle selection system that adjusts spray rate based on travel speed to maintain precise application. Includes DuoSpray (3 nozzle combinations covering 8-15 km/h) and OptiSpray V2 for tronçon-by-tronçon modulation from drone or sensor prescription maps. Up to 15 nozzle combinations possible, with CurveControl for turns.
• R-ACTIV Pneumatic Spray Circuit Technology Pneumatic spray circuit system using air energy to control flows, providing instant responsiveness, sub-3-second pressure stabilization and reduced residual volumes. Integrates PPI continuous circulation for always-primed booms, pneumatically-operated valves and EasyClean filter.
• TurboFiller Product Incorporation System High-capacity 35L product incorporation system with venturi-based high-performance mixing, internal deflector creating a cyclone effect for rapid and homogeneous dissolution of difficult-to-dilute products. Mounted on a parallelogram with three cleaning devices including a pressure washer.
• ISOBUS Universal Compatibility Integration Universal connectivity standard enabling central management of all spraying functions via a single terminal (InCommand 800/1200 or TopCon X35). Supports GPS guidance, automatic section control, dose modulation and data transfer via USB, WiFi and XTEND technology.
• DeltaForce Boom Stabilization Frame Steel pendulum-linkage boom frame with adjustable springs in 5 positions, elastomer pads (24-30m) or hydraulic accumulator (32m+), designed for high-speed operation with HLE Domex steel construction.

Quantifiable outcome

• 136.82 ha treated in 1 hour with 99% precision at 35.4 L/ha target dose (2016 world record)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HARDI (Danish agricultural equipment group)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1987EVRARD attached itself to the Danish HARDI group in 1987, forming the HARDI-EVRARD group, a global leader in spraying equipment. HARDI pumps (membrane pumps) are used across EVRARD product lines.
• European Dealer NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEVRARD works with a network of authorized official dealers trained and supported by the company to provide local sales, after-sales service, maintenance, and spare parts support across France.
• ASB DIGITALminorOthersASB DIGITAL, based in Lyon, is responsible for the creation and development of the EVRARD website.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Berthoud: French agricultural sprayer manufacturer (also part of EXEL Industries) producing trailed, mounted, and self-propelled crop protection sprayers. Direct peer as a sister brand under the same parent, serving French arable farmers with overlapping product lines and precision technology.
• Lemken: German family-owned manufacturer of agricultural implements including a crop protection sprayer line (Hektar trailed, Orion self-propelled). Comparable as a specialist European brand competing for the same mid-to-large arable farmer with precision spraying technologies and similar ISOBUS integration.
• HARDI International: Danish manufacturer of agricultural sprayers and a sister brand under EXEL Industries since 1987/2007. Directly comparable as both design and build boom and trailed/self-propelled sprayers for professional farmers using overlapping technologies (membrane pumps, ISOBUS, pneumatic circuits).
• Tecnoma: French manufacturer of crop protection sprayers (trailed, mounted, and self-propelled) and a sister brand within EXEL Industries. Directly comparable product portfolio targeting French arable farmers with overlapping precision spraying technology offerings.
• Horsch: German family-owned manufacturer of crop protection sprayers (Leeb trailed and self-propelled models) and tillage/drilling equipment. Comparable as a specialist European brand targeting large-acreage farmers and contractors with similar high-capacity trailed/self-propelled sprayer offerings and precision application technology.
• Kuhn: French agricultural machinery manufacturer (part of the Bucher Industries group) with a crop protection sprayer range including trailed and self-propelled models. Comparable as a French-headquartered specialist selling to the same professional farmer and contractor base with similar precision application technologies.
• Amazone: German family-owned manufacturer of agricultural machinery with a strong crop protection sprayer portfolio (UX trailed, Pantera self-propelled). Comparable as a specialist European sprayer brand competing for the same professional farmer and contractor segment with similar precision technologies and ISOBUS integration.

Broad incumbents

• AGCO (Fendt/Massey Ferguson/RoGator): Global full-line agricultural equipment group whose RoGator self-propelled sprayers and Massey Ferguson trailed sprayers compete for the same large-acreage farmer and contractor segment. Broad incumbent offering integrated tractor-sprayer-digital solutions (Fuse, PTx Trimble) versus EVRARD's specialist positioning.
• CNH Industrial (Case IH / New Holland): Global full-line agricultural equipment manufacturer offering Patriot self-propelled sprayers and trailed sprayer lines under Case IH and New Holland brands. Broad incumbent that competes by bundling spraying with tractors, guidance systems (AFS), and dealer financing across the same European farmer base.
• John Deere: Global full-line agricultural equipment manufacturer whose crop protection sprayer portfolio (R4044 self-propelled, M900/M700 trailed) competes for the same professional farmer segment. A broad incumbent that bundles spraying equipment with tractors, digital agronomy (Operations Center), and financing — challenging specialist sprayer brands on integrated offering.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/evrard-sprayers

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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