SEPTEMBER 2018
GOLF IRRIGATION NEWS
SPECTRUM® TRUFIRM METERS
TruFirm is a tool to give superintendents a way to benchmark green firmness over time.

Here are some examples of how this tool can help you:
  • How much did rain/irrigation soften the greens? How much is this new wetting agent impacting firmness? 
  • What is the firmness measurement after a needle tine and ¼" top dress vs pulling cores and top dressing at ¾"?
  • How many days after aeration does it take to regain the pre-cultivation firmness levels? 

TruFirm is another tool you need in the box to help with making better decisions. Call your TM today to see firsthand how Spectrum TruFirm meters with Bluetooth can help your turf management program. Orders in the month of September get a 10% discount by mentioning this newsletter ad when you order. A "Summer Stocking Sale" discount line item will be added to your order.

HAS YOUR GROUNDING BEEN CHECKED SINCE 2015?
It is recommended to check your grounds every 3 to 5 years.  Most irrigation control systems have built in surge protection that relies on a good earth ground connection to dissipate the surge.  If you find yourself replacing or repairing more circuit boards or decoder modules each year have your grounds checked.  Our service technicians have the equipment and can check your grounds for you and present you with an actionable report of recommendations.  Give your service technician a call today!
 

TURFCONNECT™ SAVES YOU TIME

Turf Connect™ This service allows you to text us questions (pricing, availability), pictures (what is it, I need one) and even orders. A team of Turf Equipment customer care representatives monitor the incoming messages and respond quickly. During our first year of testing, average response time has been less than two minutes. Text TurfConnect at 443.221.4443 to get your username set-up and then start saving yourself time!


BUDGET TIME IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER

Are you ready?  Your Territory Manager and Service Technician can help. Maybe you just need a small stock of repair fittings and tools so you are ready if something happens, or maybe you are at the beginning steps of a new control system, or even a complete system.  Reach out, we can help.

RATCHETING HEAD AND VALVE BOX TRIMMER
These premium head trimmers have been flying off the shelves. Orders in the month of September get a 10% discount by mentioning this newsletter ad when you order.   

A "Summer Stocking Sale" discount line item will be added to your order. Part numbers and descriptions are below or check out the Underhill® brochure here.


 
TORO SALES PROMOTIONS CONTINUE STRONG
These programs help your dollars go further! Click here for a downloadable brochure that provides details and deadlines. To contact us, use TurfConnect™, U.S. mail, or Email us at  golfirrigationsales@turf-equipment.com or call any of our Customer Service Representatives today! 
  • Riserless body program - Buy 4 get 1 free
  • Conversion program - Buy 5 get 1 free
  • Turf Guard Sensors - Buy 2 get 1 free
  • Full satellites - Buy 10 get 1 free
  • LTC®+ to VP upgrade kits - Buy 2 get 1 free
  • LTC+ to LTC Pro upgrade kits - Buy 2 get 1 free
  • E-Osmac® to Osmac G3 upgrade kits - Buy 3 get 1 free
  • Interest free financing for 36 months on select golf irrigation products

SUMMER STOCKING SALE
Are you stocked up with the tools you need for servicing your sprinkler heads?  Snap ring pliers, riser hold up tools (also used for system blowouts), valve insertion tools, flag keys, multi-purpose tools and Underhill suction pumps are included.  Orders in September get a 10% discount by mentioning this newsletter ad when you order.  A "Summer Stocking Sale" discount line item will be added to your order.
 
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE FOR SEPTEMBER
Listed below are maintenance items to check during the month of September. This is from our yearly irrigation checklist which can be downloaded here .


  • Reserve air compressor for system winterization
  • End-of-season pump preventive maintenance visit
  • Trim grass around sprinklers and quick coupler valves
ONE TEAM, MANY SOLUTIONS