Irrigation equipment

Irrigation equipment is used to support agriculture and lawn. The three common ways of irrigation methods are surface, sprinkler, and drip irrigation. They all have pros and cons. To make a good decision for the purchase, it is necessary to understand the different factors, for example, the soil, topography, type of crops, climate, water availability, water quality, etc.

What is a surface irrigation system?

A surface irrigation system provides water to plants using a gravity-fed and overland flow of water. It could waste a lot of water and is inefficient but it is applied rapidly and allowed to infiltrate. It also has a low initial cost, easy maintenance, and is compatible with all types of soil. A surface irrigation system is usually used on graded land where uniform slopes exist.

What is a sprinkler irrigation system?

A sprinkler irrigation system is also called a spray irrigation system. It applies water in a controlled manner and is similar to rainfall. The water is distributed through a network and may consist of pumps, valves, pipes, and sprinklers. It is not only used in agriculture but also for residential and industrial usage. It can be used on uneven land and even on sandy soil.

What is a drip irrigation system?

A drip irrigation system can use for gardens and farms. It is the most popular way of micro-irrigation. It can be a low-pressure, low-volume lawn and garden watering system, that can deliver water to the home landscape by using a drip, spray, or stream. A drip irrigation system can keep roots moist but not soaked. It is the most efficient water and nutrient delivery system for growing crops too!

As big as a cantered pivot irrigation system, or as small as a rubber hose, it is very easy to find all the irrigation equipment suppliers on Alibaba.com.