Design Irrigation

05/12/2020

An irrigation technician is responsible for installing and maintaining the irrigation systems that keep crops, parks, gardens and various green spaces watered... The main task of an irrigation technician is to maintain the irrigation equipment assigned to him or in a specific area. This equipment can include sprinklers, water lines, pumps, suction devices, valves and other plumbing equipment Irrigation specialists design and install irrigation systems. In addition, they inspect, audit, adjust and repair the systems to ensure they ... Contact 9688766107

29/09/2019

Design Irrigation appreciates the value of using computer-aided design (CAD) software as a design tool. However, building irrigation legends in CAD can be a tedious, time-consuming task. That’s why we provide Irrigation Legends to help designers complete projects quickly and accurately.

Design Irrigation Legends provide designers with an organizational template that includes product specification information on a set of construction documents. From valves and micro irrigation to rotors and quick couplers, many products are represented that show examples of proper product specification.

In consideration of the different CAD styles from firm to firm, we provide multiple legends to accommodate specific project needs.

Download Hunter Irrigation Legends to save time when building irrigation legends and specifying Hunter products.

23/07/2019

Selecting a qualified irrigation contractor is very important. There are many irrigation products available, and the installation process requires skill, knowledge, and equipment.
Choosing an irrigation contractor to install a home irrigation (sprinkler) system can be very challenging. Few homeowners begin the process with a detailed knowledge of irrigation products or installation procedures.
Resist the temptation to install the system yourself unless you have the appropriate skills and experience. An efficient, automatic irrigation system is complex. A poor installation rarely saves money and may quickly increase your repair and water costs.

General Considerations

These suggestions and considerations will help ensure a good installation. It is also important that the purchaser understands the system being installed.
Ask the contractor to visit the site before providing an estimate. The contractor should make a careful inspection of the site. Elevation changes, plant types, or potential obstructions may not be visible from photos or satellite pictures. Be present so the contractor can ask questions.
Ask the contractor questions about his or her business. Irrigation businesses are relatively easy to start. A business license and a low voltage electrician's license are all that's needed to meet Georgia's requirements. Make sure the business is bonded and insured. Be aware that contractors new to the industry may have little experience. Inexperience increases the risk of a poor installation. Any commitment for service is only good for the life of the company, and turnover of new businesses may happen fast.
Ask if the contractor has professional certifications. Certified contractors have demonstrated experience, passed a rigorous exam, and made a commitment to continuing education. The Irrigation Association, a national trade organization, offers several certifications that are appropriate (Certified Irrigation Contractor, Certified Irrigation Designer, Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor, Certified Landscape Water Manager, and Certified Irrigation Technician). Some companies also offer certification programs. Environmental Protection Agency WaterSense partner contractors are recognized as leaders in water efficiency. Getting certified requires a firm commitment of time, energy, and resources. It speaks to a contractor's commitment to excellence.
Ask if the system will provide 100% water coverage (also called "head-to-head coverage"). Does coverage include grass areas, flower beds, and other unique areas of the landscape? On lawns it is important that the system provide water evenly from one sprinkler head to another, leaving no dry areas or excessively wet areas. Head-to-head coverage encourages consistent color and health across the lawn.
Ask how many zones the system will have. Zones are areas of the landscape that are watered independently. Each zone has its own valve and line of irrigation from the water source into the landscape. Lawn areas should be on separate zones from flowers or shrubs. All of the heads in one zone should be of the same make and model. Mixed heads of different types may result in uneven watering.
Ask if there are specific requirements for your county or municipality. The state of Georgia requires a backflow preventer and a rain shutoff device. Some municipalities and counties have other requirements that must be followed.
Ask for references. Contact the references and ask about the contractor's work. Do not hesitate to call everyone on the list that the contractor provides.
Ask if any of the following services will be included in the installation price:

Complete, written operating and maintenance instructions, including the watering schedule, winterizing, and spring reactivation instructions.

A demonstration of how to set watering schedules and implement recommended seasonal schedule changes.

"As-built" drawings for your records, which should include the layout of the system as it was installed and any handwritten changes noted on the original copies of the design.

All manufacturer warranty information on materials with make, model, serial number, and sizes noted.

Proof of payment for the materials used by the contractor.

Sodding or reseeding costs to repair the lawn after installation.

Any follow-up visits for system maintenance and/or troubleshooting.

Get all the details in the contract. Never accept a verbal agreement. Read the entire contract and make sure that all terms and conditions are fully understood. Finally, make sure all questions are answered to your satisfaction before signing the contract. It is always good to keep a job file with copies of all documentation for future use.

Consider the Cost of Water

Keep in mind that the cost of installation is only part of the cost of an irrigation system. Unless the owner of a home sprinkler system is on a well, he or she will pay for the water applied by the system. In many cases the homeowner will also pay the sew

15/07/2019

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11/07/2019

DYK: We can reduce your water usage by up to 35%? With Rain Bird’s high-quality irrigation products such as the LNK WiFi Module, WR2 Wireless Sensor, & XF Dripline, we guarantee that you’ll use less water on your landscapes this summer.

04/07/2019

03/07/2019

Marketing at Design Irrigation doesn't just mean creating brochures. It's learning what our customers want and crafting messages showcasing how we can help them achieve their goals. It means telling stories that reflect our global footprint without forgetting about the individual lives we touch every day. Our marketing team leverages the latest digital tools to help them support pipelines and grow brand awareness.

Water is the most valuable substance in the world. Nothing can live or grow without it. Yet, for many years we have taken water for granted. That attitude is rapidly changing.
Today, water is at the forefront of a global movement to better utilize our earth’s precious resources. Design Irrigation is a major force in helping the world use water more intelligently. Our products do more than distribute water, they make a real difference in the world around us by supporting water conservation projects and environmental sustainability. As one of our employees recently observed, “Design Irrigation products bring food, beauty, and recreation to peoples’ lives.”
As a Rain Bird employee, you can make a difference.

You Can Help Change The World

We are always looking for qualified individuals who are seeking challenging work opportunities in engineering, sales, marketing, and operations.
If you are a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit, as well as someone who relishes setting goals and exceeding them, then we’d like to talk to you.

Members of our sales organization earn the trust of our customer by providing solutions to transform how they service their customers. Each member of our team has the support, resources and decision making freedom they need to continually deliver extraordinary growth.

Our culture of trust, transparency and teamwork means we have fun delivering for our customers and giving back to our communities. "I get to work with a lot of different people in different parts of the company from engineers to sales and marketing. Definitely, my co-workers are the highlight of my day. A very talented group of people. What keeps me a Design Irrigation is a challenging work that I do. I really enjoy that because I never get bored. I'm always working on different projects. I never know what's going to come next. I really like that because it's intellectually stimulating and there are always opportunities to be working on something else."

02/07/2019

Job Description. The main task of anirrigation technician is to maintain theirrigation equipment assigned to him or in a specific area. This equipment can include sprinklers, water lines, pumps, suction devices, valves and other plumbing equipment.

This intensive two day course takes you through the important topics related to the repair and maintenance of efficient irrigation systems. The class will present scenarios commonly experienced by irrigation technicians and then examine the possible causes and solutions to each issue. This class is ideal for irrigation service technicians, irrigation system managers, distributor personnel or other irrigation professionals that want a better understanding of the set-up and maintenance of efficient, effective irrigation systems.

school diploma or GED diploma. Irrigation technician jobs on larger sites -- for example, golf courses -- may require an associate degree. Because irrigation jobs can cover wide areas, many employers will also require a valid state driver's license. Some states, Texas for example, require that the irrigation technician candidate take a training course, pass an exam and pay the appropriate fee to be licensed for a year.

Working Conditions

Irrigation technicians spend the majority of their working hours outside in the open air in all temperatures and conditions. The position requires bending and stooping, especially when maintaining in-ground irrigation systems, so candidates should be in good physical shape. Larger employers sometimes provide irrigation technicians with uniforms

30/06/2019

Residential irrigation

For over 80 years, Rain Bird has been dedicated to using water responsibly. We call it The Intelligent Use of Water™ and it’s the thinking behind our full selection of water-saving tools, training, services and products.
Discover Rain Bird automatic irrigation solutions for residential or small and medium sizes areas.
Quality professional products, simple to install and program, but also easy to use for your customer.
You will find the adapted solution to your needs in our nozzles, sprinklers, valves, controllers and dripline ranges.

30/06/2019

If you know how to take care of it, your lawn and garden can give you years of enjoyment for surprisingly little effort.

When it comes to watering your yard, you may be able to save yourself some “green” without your lawn turning brown — by using an automatic irrigation system. If that system is correctly designed, installed and maintained, it can keep your landscape looking lush on the least amount of water.

Proper watering is a simple step, but it is one of the most important things you can do to keep your lawn healthy—and experts say a healthy lawn can raise your home’s value by as much as 14 percent. Here are some tips to help you see to it that you’re watering right:

Divide By Zones
Different plants need different amounts of water. Divide your yard into separate irrigation zones so the grass can be watered separately and more frequently than groundcovers, shrubs and trees.

Keep It Balanced
Put measuring cups in various places around your lawn and run the sprinklers for 15 minutes. This will give you an idea of how much water the grass is getting and where. You’re looking for about one to two inches—depending on the soil—evenly distributed. An underground sprinkler system is probably the best way to be sure the lawn is evenly covered.

Waste Not, Want Not
The greatest waste of water comes from applying too much, too often—much of it runs off and is never absorbed. Instead of watering for one long continuous session, try splitting the watering time into shorter periods and take 15-minute breaks in between each session. This will let the water soak in, while minimizing runoff.

Watch The Clock
Water between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m.—when the sun is low, winds are calm and temperatures are cool. Midday watering tends to be less efficient because of water loss due to evaporation and windy conditions during the day. Watering in the evening isn’t a good idea either because leaves can remain wet overnight—an open invitation for fungus to grow. By watering in the morning, you give the leaves a chance to dry out during the day.

Adjust The System to the Season and Be Rain Smart
Adjust your irrigation system as the seasons and weather change. You can also install a shut-off device that automatically detects rain or moisture. These devices are inexpensive and let you take advantage of nature’s free watering service.

Water Only What Grows
if you have an underground sprinkler system, make sure the heads are adjusted properly to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways. A properly adjusted sprinkler head should spray large droplets of water, not a fine mist, to minimize evaporation and wind drift.

Consider Drip
When it comes to watering individual trees, flowerbeds, potted containers or other non-grassy areas, you can apply water directly to the roots with low volume drip irrigation. This will reduce water waste through evaporation or runoff and keep weeds from growing.

Do Routine Inspections
Periodically check your sprinklers to make sure everything is working properly. A clogged head or a torn line can wreak havoc on your landscape and water bill.

Wrapping Up
An automatic underground sprinkler system can help you with all of these things, without making you have to uncoil the hose every time you need to water your lawn. It’s easy to install and even easier to operate, and can save you hours of work just in the first few months after installation.

To help you get started with automatic underground irrigation, Rain Bird offers customized design services that provide a preliminary plan, a materials list and helpful installation advice. Knowledgeable customer support representatives are also available toll-free at 1-800-RAINBIRD to answer your questions about irrigation.

Or if you prefer to have a qualified irrigation contractor install your system for you, Rain Bird offers a free Contractor Referral Service to help you find independent professionals in your local area.

Either way, an automatic irrigation system from Rain Bird can help you keep your lawn and landscape looking beautiful for years to come.