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Smart Technologies for Tough Times

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What have we learnt during the Stage 4 Lockdown?

Remote access to important information has never been more important.

Life has been revolutionised by advancements in technologies that allow us to communicate all kinds of information, from anywhere to anywhere else. These ‘Smart Technologies’ feature great modern design that allows for multiple communication modes and almost infinite functionality, thanks to their ability to connect to and communicate via the internet. These Smarts apply not only to indoor environments, but are also designed for use in the outdoors. This includes access to water, energy, security, and operations.

The Irrigation industry, whilst slow to get started, is now right up there with technologies that are super smart and work harmoniously with nature. During an irrigation season, up to 40% of total household water consumption can go directly to the landscape. Smartbased technologies are the only sensible way forward!

By integrating smart technology and equipment into an irrigation system we can not only save water, money and time, but be confident we are applying the right amount of water at the appropriate frequency, allowing the landscape every opportunity to prosper. Some features of these Smart Irrigation Systems include:

Receiving input from Remote Operators, Flow Meters, Weather Stations, and Rain and Moisture Sensors Adjusting water scheduling automatically based on information received Reporting on operations and providing realtime notifications of flow Providing remote fault finding in flow or electrical operations

These features make modern Smart Controllers ideal for any landscape – big or small – as they can be customised to care for different zones, plants and social spaces within the same area without sacrificing water and energy efficiency, or affecting plant performance.

These ground-breaking irrigation technologies have also opened up a whole new world of remote operation, problem-solving and maintenance for service crews. Where an irrigation installer would once have to personally attend a client’s property to conduct trouble shooting or make adjustments to scheduling, Smart Irrigation allows professionals to make the necessary adjustments from anywhere in the world – streamlining the delivery of service for the customer and service crew alike. Targeted irrigation that is measured and mindful is the only way to ensure we can prevent wasting our precious resources while still ensuring our landscapes will remain healthy and hydrated for years to come.

In a world where internet-based technologies and automated systems are being continuously introduced and improved, we must ensure the systems that keep our outdoor spaces up to date to remain as efficient and beneficial as possible.

Image supplied online by Hunter Industries

Image supplied online by Hunter Industries

"Targeted irrigation that is measured and mindful is the only way to ensure we can prevent wasting our precious resources while still ensuring our landscapes will remain healthy and hydrated for years to come."