We can find numerous ways to minimize water usage and consumption on our golf courses. Most frequently, I hear about
- using recycled water;
- selecting and establishing turfgrasses that naturally use less water and are adapted to your climate and location;
- use of water-saving devices, such as moisture meters and in-ground sensors (e.g., Soil Scout), to measure and report soil moisture levels;
- reduce turf in out-of-play areas where turf is not necessary.
Dubai Creek chose the following solution…
Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club will finalize the modernization of its on-course irrigation system by October.
The advanced upgrade will involve installing new main lines and lateral lines, a cutting-edge sprinkler system, and a state-of-the-art computer system.
Over 3,000 sprinklers and 40 kilometers of pipe will be laid to ensure full irrigation coverage across all 18 holes, including tees, fairways, approaches, and greens.
David Taggart, Club Manager at Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, says
“We will be able to target our resources in much greater detail, saving significant time and more importantly 30,000,000 litres of water a year.”
One of the standout features of this new system, installed in partnership with Rain Bird, is the ability to control and monitor irrigation in real-time through tablets and smartphones.
I don’t want to spoil the party, but Rain Bird introduced two IC CONNECT™ products six years ago.
The Rain Bird IC-IN Integrated Control Sensor Input Device allows monitoring and responding to on-site sensor information in real-time, utilizing the IC System’s MAXI™ wire path.
IC-OUT integrates the Rain Bird Central Control with remotely located products such as pumps, fans, gates, fountains, lights, motorized valves, and DC-latching solenoids.
Has the turf at Dubai Creek’s golf course been replaced with a more suitable option for the local weather? If yes, then detail it in the comments!