“... an AWS must be managed effectively and efficiently - their misuse is the stuff of legend”
required to make sure the project runs smoothly.
An excellent reference guide and checklist to make sure you do not miss anything and avoid making mistakes is “The best course” a guide to selecting the best irrigation system for your needs available from Lely (UK) Ltd. email:
irrigation.uk@
lely.com
In my experience of having installed and up-graded three AWSs as a buyer in my career on golf courses I have found this approach invaluable (there is a real life story I can relate to back this very important point up, but space is limited - maybe next time).
I have mentioned the word ‘manage’ on occasion throughout this article and it is probably the most important point to make - an AWS must be managed effectively and efficiently - their misuse is the stuff of legend so, if you have one,
or are considering installing or up- grading one, manage it in the right way and you will enjoy the freedom it brings instead of the misery it can cause.
Another important point to make - don’t just settle for replacement equipment for what you have - take the next step in ensuring you know exactly how much water you are using - measuring in minutes and not millimetres/gallons/litres is not accurate at all and totally unacceptable by The Environment Agency as notification of water usage - love them or hate them - computers are the only way forward.
About the author: Duncan McGilvray is a former Greenkeeper and Course Manager who has been involved with membership associations and training, health and safety, course equipment sales, company restructuring and managing an irrigation company. Now on the ‘dark side’ Duncan can be contacted via email at:
duncan.mcgilvray@
enviroproh2o.com
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