LAS VEGAS – Aqua Management, a Las Vegas based engineering and service company, today introduced Aqua Connect™, a new irrigation controller plug-in device designed to overcome the communication and programming challenges of Rainbird ESP-MC Maxicom controllers. The device allows for central control, web-based programming and management with full ET/weather based irrigation.
The device consists of two parts, an interface board and a modem. When attached, Aqua Connect™ links the controller to the internet and allows programming through any web-enabled computer, laptop, iPad or cell phone. The product is designed to bypass the system’s CCUs and communicates over a GPRS modem, so no phone lines or radio communication are needed. The software is built into the system through Aqua Management’s server, so there is no need to purchase additional product specific software. The product is designed to fit into Aqua Management’s service portfolio where there is no up-front cost for the equipment. Service is provided via a monthly service contract.
David Drake, founder and CEO of Aqua Management, said “as an engineering and service company we are constantly creating new products based on demand. Our goal is to be the leader in the irrigation industry in service. The first step to being a leader in service is developing user friendly, cost effective products that overcome existing challenges and provide the user real solutions. Aqua Connect™ is in line with our company’s goals and our customers’ needs”, Drake added.
Aqua Connect™ connects quickly and easily to existing Rainbird ESP-MC controllers. The directions are simple; remove the existing interface panel, unplug the ribbon cable, plug in the Aqua Connect™ panel and the controller is now on-line.
“Our goal was to create a low cost, simple solution for our customers”, Drake said. “A huge percent of smart irrigation systems in the field are underutilized because of communication or design issues. We did not want to continue the trend of product driven solutions. Our goal was to create an intuitive solution, utilizing the existing hardware, and bringing these controllers on-line where they can now be centrally and remotely managed. Our motto is ‘service driven technology’, and that is exactly what we have accomplished with Aqua Connect™”, Drake added.
Aqua Connect™ is now available directly through Aqua Management, Inc. or through select resellers nationwide.
For more details, call 702-478-9700 or visit www.aquamanagement.com.
About Aqua Management
Las Vegas-based Aqua Management uses cutting-edge technology and superior service to create customized solutions that help its customers manage and conserve water. The smart controllers developed and serviced by Aqua Management regulate watering of plants and lawns based on various factors such as humidity, temperature and soil conditions. This maintains landscaping while saving water and money. For more information, visit www.aquamanagement.com.
