A new generation in irrigation technology is here. The award winning and Australian developed KISSS (Kapillary Irrigation Sub Surface Systems) irrigation technology is rapidly attracting attention around the world. KISSS has proven to be up to 75 per cent more water efficient than sprinkler irrigation and up to 60 per cent more efficient than drip line technology, subsequently reducing watering bills.
Delivering water and in many cases fertiliser direct to the root zone can result in a higher quality turf cover and plant health with restricted water use.
“Through our unique product design, we are able to achieve more than double the wetting pattern compared to conventional subsurface drip systems and minimise the number of irrigation lines and fittings required – therefore reducing installation costs,” said David Hinton, inventor of the KISSS system.
Unique to KISSS is its ability to intelligently deliver water to the driest soil areas first. Losses through evaporation are greatly reduced by the system’s ability to keep the ground surface dry while delivering water directly to the root zone. This ability to water an area and keep the surface dry means the public will be unaware that watering is taking place and makes the system ideal for recycled water applications, reducing potential health issues arising from sprinkler irrigation using recycled water.
KISSS systems have now been installed in football fields and parks and gardens by Councils, such as Adelaide, Blacktown, Camden, Gosford, Long Reach and Palerang with many more considering installation.
Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority (SHFA) has installed KISSS irrigation systems in the gardens and lawns at the Museum of Contemporary Art at Circular Quay, the Italian Village at Campbells Cove, Hickson Road Reserve and in Darling Harbour, throughout the whole of Tumbalong Park, including playgrounds, gardens and lawns.
“In Tumbalong Park alone, the new system is saving 32,000 litres of water per week,” said Michael Rowley, Horticulture Coordinator with SHFA. “In the upcoming summer, we will be attempting to save double this amount with the introduction of water harvesting and fine tuning of turf grass cultivation activities.”
With more and more regions being declared drought areas, and as all governments and community members look for improved ways to conserve this precious resource, many Councils and households are turning to this dynamic new product.
For further information visit www.kisss.net.au or contact Irrigation and Water Technologies Pty Ltd on 1300 761 781 or email info@iwtech.com.au or visit www.kisss.net.au.
* Copy supplied by IWT
