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Roller Base

WEATHER-TEe introduces the new ATR-30, allterrain roller base.*All metal construction*Articulates at pivot points* Conforms to peaks and valleys*Ends crawling and tipping *l"hose and sprinkler inlets

Call us for more information

*Twoindependent 14" rollers*Helps level sprinklers

Weather- Tee Corporation5645 East Clinton Ave., Fresno, CA 93727

(209) 291-5555. FAX (209) 294-8802Circle 111 onPostage Free Card

Aerator

The RainJet Aquavator" is designed for use onponds, lakes, and waterscapes. The floating aeratorconditions water and prevents algae build-up, espe-cially during hot summer months. Motors are water-lubricated and environmentally safe. Available withthe aerators are eight choices of nozzle displays.All units can be fitted with lights that create spec-tacular evening effects.

RainJet Fountains1588 N. Marshall, EI Cajon, CA 92020,

(800) 365-3880Circle 113 on Postage Free Card

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Irrigation Fittings

Nipples-PVC and Polyethylene • Street Elbows-Polyethylene • Coupler Nipples-PVC • Risers/Extensions-PolyCutoff • Repair Couplings-PVCEZ Span• Compression Tees-PVC • Compression Couplings-PVC and CPVC • Compression Male Adapters-PVC

B&K Industries, Inc., P.O. Box 816 WoodDale, IL, 60191-0816 (800)-782-2385,


Variable Frequency DriveA WINNING

COMBINATION!

The ultimate energy and equipment saving com-ponent provides savings in electrical usage, extendsequipment life, and reduces shock and stress onentire irrigation system. Now VFD units are avail-able on all prefab stations and retrofit systems andare especially effective when used with the PumpManager'?".

Commercial Pump Service, Inc.401 Broadway, Swanton, OH 43558


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Valve Boxes

DFW/HPI offersa line ofplastic irrigation valve boxes.With over 20 years of experience, we know just whatit takes to be a leader in price, innovation, and prod-uct quality. The latest injection molding techniques ofhigh density polypropylene make our valve boxesrugged, yet lighter and easier to handle. DFWIHPI'sboxes and pits are also easier to ship and store.Innovation, quality, and service is the way of life atDFWIHPI!DFW Plastics, Inc., P.O. Box 648 Bedford,TX 76095 (817) 488-6504, (817) 488-4412

Circle 115 on Postage Free Card

Total Motor Controller

Save Your Greens! Glenscott Motor Controls,Inc. has developed the "Total Motor Controller"with variable speed, soft start and motor protectionin single or three phase models. Programmablecontrols allow custom system designs. Water yourcourses in "Off Peak" hours. Available up to 100 hp.For your nearest distributor call 1-800-323-3449

Glenscott Motor Controls, Inc.,2830 5th St, Rock Island, IL 61201


Sportsturf DrainageDiagram of a Typicalcq·'b':i;Ji,'a4

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Eliminate runoff.Prevent salts buildup.

Avoid puddling or soggy turf.Make your playfield usable year-round!

Save water by reducing surface evaporation.

Cambridge Sportsturf Drainage, Inc.,Michael Lansdale, 1022A San AndreasRoad, La Selva Beach, CA 95076-9639,(408) 728-3520, Fax (408) 722-2247


Soil Amendment

Agrosoke, a soil amendment designed and patent-ed to improve turf and plant growth while conservingwater, also offers other valuable benefits. Optimum uti-lization of all water, fertilizers and chemicals applied.Reducedsoilcompaction,even inhigh traffic areas. Betterpercolation reducing contaminated ground water run-off. Develops stress and disease-resistant turf andplants.

Agrosoke, Inc., 7415 Whitehall St.Suite 119, Fort Worth, TX 76118,(817) 284-9831, Fax (817) 284-0629


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The Polymer System

The HydroGrowth system is built around a familyofStockhausen's water-absorbing polymers coupledwithsubsurface injection equipment that produces dra-matic, visible, and economic results. Our unique,patent-pending system enables the optimum benefitsofthe polymer to be achieved at a price of$750 to $1,500per acre, including product and installation. Effectivefor both existing turf and new turf installations.

HydroGrowth Technology, Inc.3690 S. Park Ave, Suite 805, Tucson, AZ85713 (602) 624-1000 Fax (602) 624-1174


Solvent Cement And PrimersNEW! OateyPLUMBERSHANDCLEANERsafelyremoves PVC,ABS, andCPVC plasticpipe cement.Fresh scentcontains aloe,lanolin,jojoba, andvitamin E.RAIN-R-SHINEcement is thefast setcement for

wet pipe repair. When you need your systemworking "fast," rely on Oatey RAIN-R-SHINE

Oatey CompanyCleveland, OH (800) 321-9532

Atlanta, GA (800) 624-2131Newark, CA (800) 874-1863Dallas, Tx (800) 426-8842


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Water System PumpsJacuzzi offers afull range ofwater systempumps to fit avariety ofappli-cations. Thesepumps have along history ofprovidingsprin-kler irrigationfor athleticfields and otherrecreationalareas, parks,and schools. Inaddition to pro-viding high per-formance anddependabili ty,Jacuzzi water

systems pumps boast a name that is recognized world-wide.

Jacuzzi Bros. Division, 124011-30Little Rock, AR 72219-8903


Solar Irrigation PowerPhotocomm,

Inc., the #1 namein solar electric-ity, producesSolar IrrigationPower systems(SIPs) andSundrop irriga-tion controllers.SIPs provide reli-able AC powerfor operating con-ventional irriga-tion controllersand remote con-trol valves. SIPsand Sundrop areideal forretrofi tting orautomating irri-

gation systems where public utility is unavailableor cost prohibitive.

Photocomm, Inc., 101 State PI. Ste. P,Escondido, CA 92029 (619) 741-5690


Water Reels

Kifco has introduced two models to their popularline ofWater-Reels. The new B110 and B180 extend theproduct line to ensure there is a Water-Reel to fit yourneeds. Machines are compact, easy to use, operate unat-tended, and shut offautomatically. They are suitable forall types of sports turf and are easily transported fromone area to another. Water-Reels combine outstandingfeatures that come from more than 25 years of travelingsprinkler engineering.

Kifco, Inc., P.O. Box 367,600 S. Schrader Ave., Havana, IL 62644,

(309) 543-4425 Fax (309) 543-4945Circle 123 on Postage Free Card

PolymerReliable moisturefor turf seeding,hydroseeding, sodlaying, tree andshrub planting.Successful, fasterturf seed germina-tion and im-provedsurvival of sod,trees, and shrubsis obtained withViterra" Gelscape"polymers.The exceptionalmoisture releaseformulation ofGelscape" reducesplant damage due tomoisture stress andmakes call backs

i unnecessary.Amereq, Inc.,

50 North Harrison Avenue,Congers, NY 10920,

(800) 832-8788, (914) 268-2122,(914) 268-4294, Fax


Surface Aspirating Aerator

The ultimate water management for landscapelakes and ponds. The TORO Surface Aspirating Aeratorprovides chemical-free control of odor and algae. Theaerator mixes and destratifies water to decomposewaste products, leaves, and fertilizer, and reduce sed-iment build-up. Decorative rock covers available.Operates inconspicuously with no spraying or splash-ing. Available in 1, 2, and 3 hp. Stainless-steel con-struction for maintenance-free operation.

AquaScape Technologies,2611 North Second Street, Minneapolis, MN

55411 (612) 521-3321, Fax (612) 521-1455Circle 124 on Postage Free Card

Subsurface DrainageThe PDS Systemreduces the cost,time, and labor toinstall a drainagesystem. This high-tech system islonger-lasting anda more effectivealternative to con-ventional, frenchdrain, and trenchdrain systems.PDS prefabricateddrain systems cre-ate "void space"beneath the sur-face of the earth.Tough geotextileprevents soilsfromentering the cus-

pated core, yet allows water to enter freely.Water inside the core moves laterally to an auxiliarydrainage system, sump, or outlet. Little or no slope isrequired.PDS Pro Drain Systems, 1500 Alloy Parkway,

Box 668, Highland, MI 48357,Phone (313) 887-6657, Fax (313) 887-0855


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Irrigation Remote Control

Time Out. Don't accept less. Be sure to see theTRC2 before you decide on purchasing any irrigationremote control system. *Alow cost means to upgradeyour existing system. *Provenfieldexperience.*Installedon 20 coursesnationwide.We are the oldestmanufacturerof irrigation remote controls. Take Time Out ...CallUs First.

Remote Control Technology, Inc.2635151st Place NE, Redmond, WA98052


Photo Credit: Highland Springs Country Club, 12th hole. Henebry Photography

Aerator

Font'N-Aire combines the beauty of a romanticfountain with the benefits of an efficient aerator.Nothing moves water like a propeller ...Air-O-Lator hasbeen involved in propeller design and the technologyof aerating since 1967. Font'N-Aire incorporates theFranklin electric, water-cooled, water-lubricated, sub-mersible motor. We believe we have the most energy-efficient fountain on the market. Video available.

Air-O-Lator Sales Office-Plant/Service Center, 8100-04 Paseo,

Kansas City, MO 64131 (800)-821-3177Circle 129 on Postage Free Card

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FlowmeterData Industrial1400 seriesflowmeter is abattery-poweredinsert-styleflowmeter thatdisplays rateand total.Display ishoused in arugged alu-minum enclo-sure built toNema 6P sub-mersion speci-fications' allow-ing the unit tooperate fullysubmerged in aflooded meterpit for extend-

ed periods of time. The 1400 can be calibrated in thefield for any size or type of pipe.Data Industrial Corporation, 53 PortsideDrive, Pocasset, MA 02559 (508) 563-7196


Self Cleaning Water Filters

Orival-Filtomat" filters protect sprinklers, mini-jets,drippers, etc. by removing sand, gravel, algae, pollen,silt, leaves, snails, mussels, and other dirt particles downto 15micron from all types ofwater. Self-cleaning with-out interrupting system flow.Require only routine main-tenance, no changing ofmedia. Single units handle flowrates to 4800 GPM. Easy to install. Payback usuallyless than one year. For a free video cassette, contact:

Orival, Inc., National Sales Headquarters40 North Van Brunt se., Englewood, NJ 07631,

Phone (201) 568-3311,Fax (201) 568-1916Circle 130 on Postage Free Card

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Stolons

Most economicalway ofplanting stolons-s-MechanicalPlanting with Flannigan. Management will savemoney, and you will have a beautiful and durableturf to play on. Hybrid Bermudas, St. Augustine, andZoysiagrass for new plantings or planting throughexisting turf. Call Flannigan for a quote, then prepareyour turf areas for planting.

J.D. Flannigan Stolon Planting Service29657Jura Court, Menifee, CA92584, (714)672-7343,1462Keys Place, Vista, CA92083, (619)630-8910,

Fax (619)945-7345Circle 131 on Postage Free Card

Mechanical AerationKasco may be a

new name to turfmanagers, but it hasbeen well knownand respected in themarine and aqua-culture industriesfor 20 years. Kasconow offers turf man-agers affordable andattractive mechan-ical aeration as asolution to waterproblems. Aeratorsare available in 1/2,3/4, and 2 hp sizes.

Kasco Marine, Incorporated1925Quinlan Avenue South, Lakeland,

MN55043(612) 436-7611,Fax (612) 436-6734


Sports Surface Supplies

Used by over 75 Pro Baseball teams! Your one-stop source for America's finest sports surfacesand supplies including Beam Clay®, Diamond-Dry® , Terra-Green®, PartaC®, and much more.Distribution centers in the East, West, South, andMidwest!For our new 199256-pageinformation pack-age, contact:

Partac Peat Corporation (Beam Clay®),Kelsey Park, Great Meadows, NJ 07838

(908) 637-4191, (800) 247·BEAMCircle 132 on Postage Free Card

New Turf Tire

Stay On Top. McCord's new 54-3100-26 turf tire isthe ultimate way of working your turf even in wet con-ditions. Unlike the diamond tread designs, the uniqueturf tread and the large flat contact area produces min-imized soil compaction with no damage to the grass.McCord's custom-built wheels allow easy conversionfor your turf equipment.

McCord Auto Supply, Inc., U.S. 24 West,P.O. Box 743, Monticello, IN 47960

(219) 583-4136, (800) 348-2396,Fax (219) 583-7267


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