Landscape Management, February 2019
THE TORO CO Peter Lackner Product marketing manager TORO COM EN IRRIGATION Upgrading our phones computers and even our cars is something many of us do every few years Updating home technology often doesnt happen as often but keeping current can save time and money When was the last time your customers upgraded their irrigation system controllers If the answer is more than a few years ago now is the time Putting technology to work in customers yards takes the guesswork out of watering Nextgeneration irrigation system controllers make it easier than ever to save water time and money Smart controllers feature more user friendly programming functions Just like phones icon buttons provide easy to understand shortcuts to the functions users need They take you through the scheduling process delivering precise watering without having to constantly refer back to the owners manual The result is more efficient watering with less frustration SITEONE Steve Counter Vice president category management SITEONE COM A smart irrigation controller is like having extra labor on your team maximizing your business and value to customers Save time Online management allows contractors to adjust schedules suspend zones and change watering factors from smartphones or desktop devices Tip Set up default schedules and make global system changes for all irrigation control systems at once Save money Controllers can connect to online weather which tells the system if when and how long to water thus saving resources and costs Tip Install a flow meter to provide instant alerts in the event of water waste due to a broken sprinkler head or pipe or a faulty valve With remote automatic shutoff it prevents the broken zone from running until repaired Save maintenance Smart controllers are managed best by a licensed professional contractor Tip Ensure that the local router has a clear connection to the controller and perform any needed maintenance to support that HUNTER INDUSTRIES Ben Sacks Associate product manager controllers HUNTERINDUSTRIES COM From doorbell cameras to robotic dog treat dispensers the internet of things revolution has led consumers to demand control at their fingertips Not to be left behind the landscape industry is quickly evolving to meet these expectations The smart irrigation techniques of today require an internet connection Customers want automatic schedule adjustments based on real time weather data and forecasts text notifications from their flow sensors and the ability to access their irrigation controllers from anywhere in the world The remote irrigation management capabilities of a cloud based control system are essential tools for professionals to ensure healthy landscapes These advanced technologies help users save time money and water while protecting landscapes and meeting the needs of customers who want smart automated irrigation solutions FEBRUARY 2019 LANDSCAPEMANAGEMENT NET 51
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