CONTENTS
VOL. 4, ISSUE 2 | Fall 2019
10 FEATURES
Maintenance & repair 10 Know the flow
Using a flow meter is not only important for water-use efficiency, but it can also help diagnose system problems.
16 Keep your drip flowing Learn how to avoid inconvenient shutdowns and costly repairs.
Upgrading systems
20 Give your system a proper checkup Use these simple checks to help decide when it makes sense to replace or upgrade your sprinkler nozzle packages.
24 Is a VFD the best option for you? ese factors will help you determine if a variable frequency drive is right for your system.
More
34 Award recognitions Congratulations to the irrigation industry’s 2019 award recipients.
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Editorial message .................4 Tech corner ........................6 Legislative update ................8 Your best practice ............... 28 Economy ........................ 32 Association news ................ 36 Weather outlook ................ 38 Industry insights ................ 40 Ad index ......................... 42
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