Precision Irrigation

Precision Irrigation is all about control, SmartControl.

SmartControl is an innovative irrigation system powered by WiseConn. It provides clients with a cutting-edge automation and complete irrigation
management tool.

This not only allows clients to irrigate precisely – but also to have real-time analysis of the irrigation system, climate and soil – making for more informed decision making.

SmartControl – solving problems

What are the problems SmartControl can tackle for you?

• Different systems and platforms that cannot ‘talk to each other’.
• Lack of real-time insight into how the irrigation system is performing.
• Lack of awareness of potential problem areas leading to unexpected,
  and often avoidable breakdowns.
• Problems remaining undetected until the end of the season or the next
  scheduled maintenance check – compromising yield in the interim.
• Older technologies which cannot be upgraded without throwing out
  existing components.

Our trained staff and expert design engineers analyse your existing system,
identifying existing componentry and site structure. Results are analysed
and recommendations are made for system implementation – retaining
as much of your existing system as possible.

We then write a programme of service to install the system in such a way as to minimse interruption. Once agreed we set about implementing and commissioning the system according to the agreed timeframe and scope of work. We’ll train you up so you are comfortable with the system, and provide ongoing back-up to keep things running smoothly.

Simple as that – control back in your hands!

The Benefits of SmartControl

SmartControl (powered by WiseConn) can interface with many existing systems – so we can upgrade infrastructure without having to throw a whole lot of components out. (Instead, we can help you phase in new parts in over time, as they fail or need replacement).

This new system provides total oversight over how much water has gone on
and when, and alarms can be set for any variation outside specific parameters. We can integrate layers of information (such as satellite imagery of plants
under water stress, and soil moisture), allowing you to tailor delivery to
specific parts of the vineyard directly driven by real-time need.

You’ll benefit from

• One web-based platform for all system information – accessible via laptop, phone or system interface in the shed.
• Real-time access to climate and soil information – and accurate insight into system performance, to a fairly granular level (e.g. by block).
• Improved uniformity of water delivery, improving plant health and yield.
• More efficient use of water based on real-time and predictive planning
  data.
• Breakdowns and performance issues can be detected and rectified quickly.
• Easy, customisable reporting.

System of Choice

The SmartControl system (powered by WiseConn) is the new ‘system of choice – with 1,500+ units in California vineyards alone. We’re proud to have installed and proven it’s impact in Marlborough vineyards!

What clients say:

“It lets us find any issues, and fix them quickly – and saves on a blanket R&M approach.”

“I now have total system visibility – live data – available in the palm of my hand. It’s easy to access short-run history for specific areas or a big picture holistic view.”

“The yield is fantastic, better than ever since we implemented the SmartControl system.”