Irrigation & Lighting

25/07/2024

Meg Mason, vice president of marketing at Hydropoint, tells how smart irrigation has impacted her career.

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24/07/2024

No AC power? No problem! Available in 1, 2, or 4 stations, the battery-operated NODE-BT Controller from Hunter Industries allows you to remotely manage any number of controllers from the convenience of a smartphone. Learn more at https://buff.ly/3ylCYh8.

17/07/2024

Bring wireless programming to Hunter Industries decoder systems with the ICD-HP Programmer! This handheld tool allows you to simplify setup and diagnostics, test Clik and Flow Sensors, and more, saving you valuable time in the field. Learn more at https://buff.ly/4bJj2T7.

17/07/2024

ICYMI: The digital edition of the June 2024 issue of Irrigation and Lighting magazine is LIVE! Read now for details on the 2024 Watch Us Grow industry standouts, landscape lighting installation tips, smart irrigation upgrades and more: https://buff.ly/4fjXxeT

16/07/2024

Got an innovative product? Enter the 2024 to showcase your cutting-edge solutions and compete for industry recognition at . Learn more and enter here: https://buff.ly/3LsDSLM

11/07/2024

Calling all irrigation industry thought leaders! The Irrigation Association is looking for proposals for educational content to be presented live and in person at . Learn more and get started here: https://buff.ly/45QzXC7

10/07/2024

Keep green roofs thriving with efficient Hunter Industries solutions! Whether you’re irrigating from above or below the surface, our water-conscious solutions are designed to support healthy green roofs in every setting. Learn more at https://buff.ly/3Wgjxjb.

19/06/2024

: Bipartisan lawmakers have introduced the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act to expand tax exclusions for water-saving technologies.

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18/06/2024

🚨 Don't miss out on your opportunity to showcase your work in Irrigation & Lighting!

The Changing the Landscape Awards open for entry! The awards highlight exceptional work done across two categories with features in an upcoming print edition of Irrigation & Lighting. The deadline for entry is July 1.

Professionals should submit projects that faced unexpected or unique challenges or produced unparalleled results for clients.

17/06/2024

Housing starts rose 5.7% in March, while total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 272,000 in May.

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13/06/2024

Industry associations have asked that Congress offer an amendment to strengthen the current discretionary H-2B language.

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03/06/2024

Green industry professionals, it’s time to showcase the incredible work that you do through the 2024 Changing the Landscape Awards, brought to you by the Irrigation Association and Brilliance LED, LLC! Contractors can submit in either the irrigation or landscape lighting categories by July 1 to be considered. Learn more and enter here: https://buff.ly/3NdCQCm

31/05/2024

Staying informed about the latest developments in irrigation technology and standards is crucial for contractors. In this Irrigation and Lighting feature, learn what the EPA’s WaterSense standard for spray sprinkler nozzles means for the industry.

The WaterSense draft specifies criteria for landscape irrigation spray sprinkler nozzles to earn a label under the EPA’s program.

29/05/2024

Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced a $60 million investment from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to bolster water conservation and drought resilience in the Rio Grande Basin.

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29/05/2024

The National Association of Manufacturers, Washington, D.C., released a white paper titled “Working Smarter: How Manufacturers Are Using Artificial Intelligence.” https://buff.ly/3R8uWyr

29/05/2024

A coalition of 61 organizations, including the Irrigation Association, Fairfax, Virginia, has expressed strong opposition to S. 4260, the “Warehouse Worker Protection Act.” https://buff.ly/4dSrRMV

29/05/2024

Now open: The 2024 Changing the Landscape Awards! Learn more here. https://buff.ly/454R02W

22/05/2024

Streamline your projects with the new Wireless Valve Link Certificate Program from Hunter Industries / Hunter University! You’ll learn about system components, installation methods, and best practices that can save time, money, and labor on any job. Enroll at https://buff.ly/3UItRhS.

21/05/2024

Success story: Read how one landscape architect used irrigation system design software to complete a complex project, plus first-hand advice for contractors interested in leveraging similar tools in their work.

A look at how to deploy irrigation system design software on a project and advice to contractors interested in using software on projects.

15/05/2024

Have you upgraded your App yet? Download the new version today to access more data, expanded reporting, one-touch control, and more to help you manage your Hunter Industries system. Learn more at https://buff.ly/44FEiHw.

14/05/2024

A basic understanding of low-voltage wiring ensures that fast fixes and small jobs don’t turn into wiring nightmares for both you and your clients. Check out these essential troubleshooting tips from Irrigation and Lighting magazine.

The number one rule of thumb when working with electricity is to always use caution, and working with low-voltage wiring is no exception.

09/05/2024

Understand the basic concepts behind proper functioning irrigation valves with this feature from Irrigation and Lighting magazine.

Simply put, valves in an irrigation system are like the beefy doormen outside a posh nightclub.

08/05/2024

The Hunter Industries MP Rotator® Strip Nozzles are your ultimate high-efficiency solution for irrigating narrow spaces! With a 5' width, low application rate, and wind-resistant streams, they’re the perfect addition to any irrigation system. Learn more at https://buff.ly/44wlw5i

02/05/2024

Irrigation and Lighting magazine’s Keys to Workforce Success is a collection of best practices from industry consultants chosen to unlock your company’s growth. Dive in now to start accelerating your team’s success. https://buff.ly/3yb20iw.

Welcome to I&L's Keys to Workforce Success, a collection of best practices from industry consultants chosen to unlock your company’s growth.

01/05/2024

Say hello to the Hunter Industries I-80 Rotor! Designed for commercial sports turf and large parks, this versatile rotor offers no-dig Total-Top-Serviceability for quick and easy installation and maintenance. Learn more at https://buff.ly/4a0j4oS.

26/04/2024

The American Society of Irrigation Consultants will honor Inge Bisconer, CID, CLIA, with the Ivy Munion Langendorff Women in Irrigation Award during the ASIC National Conference.

The accolade is given to women who have significantly contributed to the irrigation industry, embodying the spirit and dedication of Ivy Munion Langendorff.

24/04/2024

According to a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Washington, D.C., in March 2024, the U.S. labor market saw significant activity with a rise in total nonfarm payroll employment by 303,000. Despite these gains, the unemployment rate remained stable at 3.8%. Key sectors such as health care, government and construction contributed prominently to job creation. https://buff.ly/4cZuPP5

22/04/2024

Privately owned housing starts in February were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,521,000, 10.7% above the revised January estimate.

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18/04/2024

Irrigation and sprinkler expert John Raffiani, CIC, CIT, breaks down the barriers to getting your irrigation systems shipshape for spring.

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