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Why Electrical Tape is a BAD Idea for Irrigation Wiring

Why Electrical Tape is a BAD Idea for Irrigation Wiring

Electrical connections are a very important part of any irrigation system.  While electrical tape seems like a watertight alternative, they do not hold up in most damp environments, and certainly not underwater, which is common for many irrigation valve boxes. The...

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2018 Metro Vancouver Watering Restrictions Start May 1

2018 Metro Vancouver Watering Restrictions Start May 1

On May 1, 2018, Metro Vancouver's Stage 1 lawn sprinkling regulations contained in the new Metro Vancouver Drinking Water Conservation Plan go into effect. The regulations apply to all residents and businesses in the region. Lawn sprinkling will be restricted to TWO...

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Hiring Rock Star Staff

Hiring Rock Star Staff

Whalen Bishop and David Pfortmueller recently attended a seminar “How to Attract and Hire Rock Star Staff for the Trades” given by The Breakthrough Academy  at Buildex Vancouver. At University Sprinklers we are gearing up for our busy season and beyond, and this...

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Come See Us At The Home Show!

Come See Us At The Home Show!

Come see us in booth 1008 at the BC Home and Garden Show at BC Place in downtown Vancouver. Show hours are as follows: Wednesday, Feb. 21; 4pm-9pm Thursday, Feb. 22; 12pm-9pm Friday, Feb. 23; 12pm-9pm Saturday, Feb. 24; 10am-9pm Sunday, Feb. 25; 10am-6pm...

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Rainwater Harvesting in an Agricultural Application

Rainwater Harvesting in an Agricultural Application

Whalen Bishop and David Pfortmueller of University Sprinklers were honoured to present at the Pacific Agriculture Show in Abbotsford this past January. The Pacific Agriculture Show showcases the latest and most innovative equipment and technology for the...

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The Importance of Backflow Preventers

The Importance of Backflow Preventers

The backflow preventer is an important device required by all municipalities and the BC plumbing code to prevent the backflow of potentially contaminated water from the irrigation system back into the potable water. Yuck, right? University Sprinklers was recently...

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