Sprutningen

Sprutningen is a Nordic term referring to the act or process of spraying liquids as a spray, mist, or jet. It is formed from the verb spruta “to spray” plus the noun-forming suffix -ning. In standard usage it denotes intentional application of liquids by spraying. In some informal Swedish dialects and slang, sprutningen can also mean an injection or shot, though this sense is non-technical and regional.

In agriculture and horticulture, sprutningen describes the application of pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, or plant nutrients via spray equipment. Spraying methods include ground-based boom sprayers, aerial or drone-based systems, and backpack units. Droplet size, spray pressure, nozzle type, and spray angle influence coverage, drift, and efficiency, making precision and calibration important for effectiveness and environmental safety.

In industry and painting, sprutningen covers spray coating and finishing processes. Techniques such as air spray, airless spray, and electrostatic spraying are used to apply paints, coatings, or sealants quickly and evenly to surfaces, with attention to uniform film formation and overspray control.

Other contexts include cleaning and decontamination (high-pressure or foam sprays), firefighting (water, foam, or chemical sprays), and medical or consumer products (nasal or inhalation sprays). Health and safety considerations emphasize proper equipment selection, personal protective equipment, and drift management to minimize exposure to workers and the environment.

The term is most common in Swedish and Norwegian, with cognates in Danish, and generally denotes spray application across several practical domains.