The Sprinkler Nerd Show

In this episode, you will hear from Todd Hustrulid, an engineer at Baseline, how irrigation systems can be integrated into the building automation system. What is BACnet? BACnet is a communication protocol for Building Automation and Control (BAC) networks. BACnet was designed to allow communication of building automation and control systems for applications such as heating, ventilating, and air-c...

In this episode, you will learn how to use Baseline's wireless 2-wire technology for retrofitting difficult situations or complex irrigation sites. Dan and I discuss how the wireless SubStation can connect to a BaseStation 3200™ controller and allow you to connect every Baseline device wirelessly...This wireless connectivity means you can consolidate multiple existing controllers into a single Bas...

In this episode, you will hear a keynote speech given by George Bryant at the 2018 Brand Builders Summit in Austin Texas. Who likes competition? We are always going to have competition, and competition is a good thing and keeps us honest and keeps us active. You might not be able to beat them on price. You might not be able to beat them on design.  You might not be able to beat them on experience....

In this replay episode of Baseline Tech-Talk Tuesday, brought to you by the Sprinkler Nerd, you will learn how to Manage Secondary Water Sources using the BaseStation 3200 Platform & FlowStation Performance Component. Types of Water Sources: Domestic w ater Canal water Rain catchment Ponds/lakes Well  AC condensate water Reclaimed water Fertilizer injector water     Each Water Source has different...

On the replay episode of Baseline tech-Talk Tuesday, you will learn how to use the AEMC 3-Point Ground Test Kit to check the resistance along a 2-wire path. Not every irrigation pro knows how to use this equipment - tune in closely so you can stay ahead of your competition and get a leg up on your next 2-wire project. Proper installation of grounding rods, grounding plates, and wire connections is...

In this episode, you will learn the fundamentals of soil moisture based watering and how to "THINK OUTSIDE THE START TIME" by using fully automatic, artificial intelligence, watering methods. Join Andy and Chris as they tip back a few craft-brewed IPA's and discuss the science of proper irrigation horticultural management.

You will learn the technical details for how to retrofit large existing sites and how to tackle projects with multiple water sources and a single controller, as well as multiple controllers and a single water source. This episode is another techy one so get out your nerd glasses and join us!

Tracy Shields is a Regional Sales Manager for Baseline Control Systems and brings 34 years of Water Conservation experience working with irrigation technology and all types of central control systems for large scale applications.  In this episode, you will learn how Tracy got his start in the Water Conservation category and how he has used technology to shape his career to become a thought leader...

You will learn how Baseline incorporates pressure transducers into the BaseStation 3200 control system to better manage your water sources, mainlines, and overall system hydraulics.  Additionally, you will learn how pressure transducers can be used to both monitor and manage cisterns, tanks, lake levels, and automatically trigger refill cycles. This episode will get fairly technical so get out you...

This episode of Baseline Tech-Talk Tuesday was recorded on June 6th, 2020 during the weekly LIVE Zoom broadcast. You will learn how the BaseStation 3200 Control System was engineered to control non-irrigation devices such as athletic lighting, bathroom door locks, pond fountains, etc. To join Andy and the Baseline crew on another LIVE event, register at www. BaselineTechTalk.com .

Learn how Chris Pine started IrritechTraining.com and how you can benefit from an online learning platform. Listen as Chris shares some of his story growing up in the irrigation industry and how the industry & technology has evolved over time.

This episode is repurposed content that was recorded live on April 28th, 2020 during a *Baseline Tech-Talk Tuesday* online workshop. You will learn about basic controller networking, the different ways to connect an irrigation controller to the internet, and what to look for when a controller goes offline. Each week the Baseline team goes LIVE on Zoom to discuss Irrigation & Baseline technology to...

Jeff Oxford is the founder and SEO expert at 180 Marketing, an SEO company in Bend, Oregon.  Jeff works with a number of different ecommerce companies, including Sprinkler Supply Store, to provide SEO advice and services. In this episode, Jeff and Andy talk about basic SEO practices that can get you better Google rankings, more hits on your website, and generate more leads for your business. Visit...

Tom Kelly has been in the lawn care industry since 1993 and is the founder of BeeSafe Organic Lawn Care, MyLawnQuote.com, and Lawnmark Professional Services.  His years of experience in the industry has made him an expert in the field of natural and organic lawn care. In this episode, Andy and Tom talk about Tom's background in the market, soil biology, and irrigation best practices. https://link....

In the first Baseline Tech-Talk Tuesday Podcast, Dan Conger, Chris Wright, and Andy Humphrey of Baseline discuss troubleshooting 2-wire systems specifically 2-wire shorts and over-current messages.  While this is a Baseline tech-talk, there's a lot of great information in here regardless of the brand of 2-wire system you're working with. You can check out the video of the Tech-Talk and see other B...

In Part Two of a two-part episode, Nate and Andy chat about how irrigation is used in the green roof trade and the pros & cons to overhead vs. drip irrigation. Nate Griswold is one of the O.G's in the field of green roofs.  Starting with American Hydrotech in the early days and now running Inhabitect in Traverse City, MI, Nate has seen it all.  

Nate Griswold is one of the O.G's in the field of green roofs.  Starting with American Hydrotech in the early days and now running Inhabitect in Traverse City, MI, Nate has seen it all.   In Part One of a two-part episode, Nate and Andy chat about the green roof industry.  Nate runs down some vital info on green roofs and shares the benefits and some of the technology involved in the movement.  ww...

Norm Bartlett has been involved in irrigation since the 60's and has seen it all.  From his start at age 14 working the golf course across the street, through his work with Buckner Sprinkler Co., working with Data Industrial as they rolled out their first flow sensors, to his current position as owner of Creative Sensor Technology, Norm is a wealth of irrigation information. Norm and Andy chat abo...

Allyn Hane is better known on YouTube and elsewhere as The Lawn Care Nut.  With years of experience in lawn care and expertise in social media, Allyn has produced content that has seen millions of views and helped his viewers to get healthier lawns.  In this episode, The Sprinkler Nerd and Lawn Care Nut join forces to talk about how irrigation and lawn care specialists can work together to help th...

Nate Lipton is the owner of GrowersHouse.com, one of the top suppliers of cannabis cultivation equipment in the world. Nate helps growers source equipment and put together some of the largest, most advanced, cannabis growing operations. He is constantly looking for the top products and methods needed to grow the best cannabis. >> www. GrowersHouse.com >>> Grow Tent Configurator >> www. GrowersNetw...

You can punch up your website and email copy and break away from the same old techniques! Many companies are adding humor, emojis, and animated GIFs to their communications to give a more personal and modern feel, and the results have been great! In this episode, Lianna Patch from PunchlineCopy.com joins us to discuss some of the "secret sauce" that you can use to help your business add some perso...

Join the retrofit goldrush! Want to learn how to engineer large irrigation retrofits that scale outside of the capabilities of traditional irrigation manufacturers? Do you have customers with complicated sites? In this episode, you will hear from Kyle Desmarais, the founder & owner of H2O Irrigation Specialists in Kingston Massachusetts, as he shares specific details about his business and about a...

Learn how Todd Hudgins of Bayside Irrigation & Lighting lost over 100lbs in 9months and has kept the weight off for 3 years. Todd will share tips that any irrigation & landscape contractor can use to change their daily habits and live a healthy physical and mental lifestyle. www. BaysideIrrigation.com

You become what you think about - and on today's episode, you will hear the story of Paul Bassett's journey from irrigation laborer, to water conservation leader. Paul jumped headfirst into the irrigation industry at 19 years old working as a basic laborer for a sprinkler company outside Baltimore Maryland. Fast forward to 2019 where Paul is now a leader in the performance contracting industry hel...

Flying a drone seems cool, but they're more than just high-tech toys. For a professional, flying a drone is a new way to make irrigation work better for facilities. In this episode, Andy speaks with Kent Harris, the manager of the Minnesota Sodding Company and a licensed drone professional, to discuss how drones are changing the irrigation game. You'll hear how these helpful high-flyers are being...