Guides, comparisons, case studies and technical write-ups for everyone designing automatic irrigation.
Compare smart irrigation controllers: WiFi, weather-based (ET), sensor, hybrid. Rachio, Hunter Hydrawise, Rain Bird. Prices, zones, install tips.
Case study: 200 m² front yard irrigation (20×10 m) — 3 zones, 11 nozzles, drip line, pipes, BOM. Flow 25 L/min, budget €350–500.
Rotors (5–15 m, 12–15 mm/h) vs spray heads (1.2–5 m, 35–50 mm/h): comparison table, matched precipitation rule, and MP Rotator hybrid.
Complete spring startup checklist for automatic irrigation: inspection, flushing, testing, controller programming. 10 steps with pro tips.
How to design irrigation for plots under 100 m²: fixed spray 1.2–3.7 m, strip nozzles, MP Rotator, drip for beds, 4–6 zone controller, budget breakdown.
Step-by-step SmartPluvia tutorial: create a project, draw boundaries, place sprinklers, define zones, route pipes, AI analysis, BOM, PDF export.
How to design automatic irrigation on slopes: cycle-and-soak, drip irrigation, MP Rotator nozzles, check valves. Practical guide with numbers.
Compare drip irrigation and sprinklers: water usage, pros and cons, decision matrix by area type. A practical guide with real numbers.
Step-by-step tutorial on importing DXF drawings into SmartPluvia: file preparation, unit selection, and transferring property boundaries from AutoCAD to the planner canvas.
Data-driven ROI analysis for smart irrigation: EPA stats, savings by technology (15-60%), payback periods, and a worked example for a 200 m² property.
Step-by-step guide to SmartPluvia BOM generator: automatic parts list, quantity calculation, 4-brand price comparison, PDF export.
How to reduce water usage by 30–50 %: drip irrigation, mulching, rain sensors, watering schedule, plant-based zoning, pressure control.
How to calculate precipitation rate (mm/h) for square and triangular sprinkler layouts. Formulas, SVG diagrams, and tips for uniform irrigation.