selecting new pivot sprinklers

Pivot sprinklers

Upgrading Pivot sprinklers is a prime way to boost efficiency. Sprinkler technology has evolved significantly over the last few decades, so if older model sprinklers are being used, efficiency might be increased by updating the package. Further, brass sprinklers can wear when used to distribute sandy water, so updating these sprinklers can boost efficiency and…

spray nozzles

Selection of Pivot sprinkler packages (II)

Spray nozzles Directional spray nozzles The best application for this sprinkler package is on sandy soils which will accept the higher application rates or on flat heavy soils which will seal over during the irrigation season if irrigated with a package that produces large droplets. Typically, small droplets reduce compaction of most soils and help…

center pivot sprinkler package

Selection of Pivot sprinkler packages (I)

Intermediate spacing: the best application for this sprinkler package is on soils with rolling terrain where the system is used for supplemental irrigation or with maxi gun systems. Low angle variable spacing: this package produces smaller droplets than the other high pressure sprinkler package. The small droplet produced by this package generally reduces compaction of…