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  A Practical Design Guide by Experienced Irrigation Experts  Drip irrigation, also called trickle irrigation, micro-irrigation, or low volume irrigation, delivers a slow and steady supply of water directly to the root zone or the soil surface through devices called drippers or drip emitters. Typically, the water drips at a rate of 0.2 GPH - 10 GPH (gallons per hour). The increased focus on water conservation and sustainable irrigation practices makes drip irrigation one of the most efficient irrigation systems for owners and managers of farms, orchards and commercial properties across Ontario. The irrigation and water management (IWM) experts at Vanden Bussche Irrigation offer a practical guide to drip irrigation systems.    Save Time, Effort, Water, and Money with Drip Irrigation As low-pressure, low-volume systems, drip irrigation or micro-irrigation can help in:  Reducing watering and pesticides Minimizing labour requirements Improving the quality and yiel...

  Useful Tips from your Trusted Irrigation Specialists in Ontario As a farm owner in Ontario, you are always looking at options to produce more crops, enhance crop quality, and cut down on your operating expenses to improve profitability. One aspect that can influence yield, quality, and the cost is the irrigation system on your farm. Targeted irrigation can result in better soil aeration, stronger root zones, and optimum growing conditions, leading to tastier, healthier, nutrient-rich crops and happy, returning buyers. If you opt for a drip irrigation system, it could also significantly reduce your water and energy bills.   The qualified irrigation and water management (IWM) specialists at Vanden Bussche Irrigation offer effective tips on how to go about updating the irrigation system on your  agriculture farm  in Ontario.    Choose Your Irrigation Solutions Wisely Irrigation systems are more than just water-delivery systems for plants or crops. Whether yo...

  Upgrade or Replace Your Current System? What’s a safe range for new golf course irrigation systems? According to a  Golf Course Industry estimate , you should plan on spending between $ 750,000 to $3 million to replace the irrigation system on your 18-hole golf course. For more elaborate replacements, the bill could exceed $5 million. Compare that with upgrades that will make the average golfer happy, like hitting the ball out of a new bunker? To successfully pitch a complete replacement, you have to show considerable evidence that the future of the green depends on it. Therefore, after conducting an initial inventory of your current system, it's a good idea to have a list of priorities you could tackle as independent upgrades.   Signs You Need to Replace the Irrigation System By design, golfers remain blissfully unaware of the  golf course irrigation system  that keeps the turf in pristine condition. With the rising cost of water, an efficient irrigation syst...

  What Are the Signs to Watch for? A trained eye looking for signs of trouble can help prevent major issues with  golf course irrigation system  repairs. A leaking, damaged irrigation system causes dry areas and saturation. Once the golf course becomes a soggy mess or the turf starts drying out, you could have an emergency on your hands! The team at Vanden Bussche Irrigation put together this high-level list to help you determine whether you have a major repair or maintenance problem.  Does your sprinkler system water the turf uniformly? If your maintenance team has to hand water certain spots, it's important to check the major components. Signs of trouble include: Wet spots/dying turf Dripping valves Water flow issues Higher than expected electricity or diesel fuel bill Watch for these Signs that Your Golf Course Irrigation System is Failing Here are a few signs that a golf course irrigation systems needs repairs or replacement: Saturation.  If there are wet, s...

  Start with an Inventory of Your Current System   Before you start thinking about what you would like to change, it’s essential, to begin with, an inventory of your existing golf course irrigation system. Auditing your current system will help you understand the scope of required changes before you add any wish list items.  Major systems you should consider in your inventory include: Pump stations:  Introduce pump stations with efficient, intelligent monitoring capabilities. Remote connectivity is another key feature of modern irrigation systems. Hydraulic network:  Consider the condition of the pipe and fittings as well as the age of your current system. Newer materials can remediate issues caused by ageing systems made of galvanized pipes, asbestos cement, and other outmoded materials. Distribution uniformity:  The sprinklers are tremendously important in any irrigation system. Whether your system uses a valve in the head, spray heads or golf rotors, it'...

  Tips on Keeping Up with Maintenance for Your Golf Green Keeping your  golf course irrigation system  maintained can prevent costly water waste, keep each of the components working optimally, and add to the life of the system as a whole. Experienced golf course maintenance professionals and irrigation engineers will conduct visual and manual inspections of everything from the central control station to golf rotors and sprinklers. The pros at Vanden Bussche Irrigation have put together the following tips to help consultants and superintendents maintain the golf course and reduce water use. Refer to the  Golf Course Industry article  for more detailed advice. Golf Rotors Maintenance Golf rotors  can typically throw out a spray of water anywhere from 30-to-90 feet. Although the components of a golf rotor require little maintenance, worn seals and cracked cases can still be a common issue for this popular product. Worn seals and cracked cases are common issues...

  Because You Get the Golf Course Irrigation Pros by Your Side! Keeping your  golf course irrigation system  in good working order requires the right partners to supply pump stations, central control systems, weather stations, and top-quality Rain Bird components. Do you need advice on parts and maintenance or help redesigning your outdated irrigation system? With Vanden Bussche Irrigation, you know you’re dealing with knowledgeable professionals from day one. We are happy to help you make changes that keep your budget out of the red while maintaining a green, healthy turf across your golf course. With a company history in irrigation that goes back to 1954, Vanden Bussche Irrigation has earned the industry’s reputation as an innovator. We welcome questions about the types of projects we have worked on in the past. Additionally, we can help you or your customers achieve a proper working golf course irrigation system that conserves water and, when properly maintained, doesn...