TECHNICAL


Having all the information you need readily available and


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combined into a single intuitive interface gives you greater control than ever before


Advances in technology mean that turf managers can now formulate specific irrigation plans based on accurate data


Whether a football stadium or golf course, effective irrigation is vital, which is why Toro Lynx Central Control allows you to control irrigation from your phone


reductions in water used and significant cost savings. Which is why smart irrigation control systems that effectively utilise modern technology are so beneficial. The difference between irrigating for a minute versus fifty- five seconds might not sound big but, with the volume of water being used by sprinklers, it quickly adds up, so having the ability to recognise the exact amount your turf needs and implementing that should not be underestimated.


Being able to access irrigation information in real time from any mobile device with an internet connection is vital in this day and age and possible thanks to products such as the Lynx Central Control system. Now, the touch of a button is all it takes to make changes to your irrigation plan, and with additional extras such as the weather station, you can adapt in response to changes in the weather, no matter where in the country you are.


As well as giving you the ability to monitor and change your irrigation, advanced software systems also allow you to access all the information you need from one place. Having all the information you need readily available and combined into a single intuitive interface gives you greater control than ever before.


Turf and soil monitoring


One of the best ways to get accurate information on the turf you maintain is to invest in a soil monitoring system. With


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Being able to control irrigation to the second can result in cost and water savings


systems out there that can track soil moisture, salinity and temperature on a daily basis, it’s never been easier to make turf management decisions with pinpoint accuracy. Traditionally, turf managers are taught ways to improve water absorption or how to care for turf when it’s worn out. While it’s still valid to learn this today, with the role that technology now


plays, decision making for many turf managers is now more down to the analysis of data. How to interpret that data and implement the best course of action is where the challenge now lies. The Toro Turf Guard Wireless Soil


Monitoring System, for example, accurately monitors soil conditions, allowing turf managers to access the essential soil information they need, when they need it. The Turf Guard sensors instantly track soil condition in real time and can support up to 500 sensors per course or grounds.


Fertiliser and pesticide application


There are a wide range of products applied to turf by spraying, from products that help deliver essential nutrients to those which protect it from diseases and weeds. Whatever the purpose, ensuring uniform coverage and the correct volume of application is vital to maintain high quality turf conditions.


The increasingly sophisticated options on the market for computer-assisted mechanical sprayers is helping to protect


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