Key Takeaways
- Lumo has introduced pressure monitoring into its precision irrigation system, enhancing growers’ ability to assess irrigation system health and performance.
- The integration allows for faster issue diagnosis, improved preventative maintenance, and optimized irrigation efficiency.
- Pressure data complements flow data, helping growers identify upstream and downstream system issues more accurately.
- Vineyard managers using Lumo’s smart valves and pressure monitoring have reported better irrigation scheduling and improved crop performance.
- The feature is available within Lumo’s Ops Center irrigation management software, providing block-level pressure and flow insights.
Enhancing Irrigation Efficiency with Real-Time Pressure Monitoring
Lumo Expands Capabilities with Pressure Data Integration
Lumo has announced the integration of pressure monitoring into its irrigation system. This new feature enables growers to track pressure levels in real-time, allowing for faster issue detection, preventative maintenance, and improved water management.
“Monitoring pressure is essential for gaining a holistic view of your irrigation system,” said Devon Wright, CEO of Lumo. “When combined with block-level flow data from our smart valves, growers can better understand system performance, quickly diagnose problems, and optimize irrigation sets to maximize efficiency.”
Key Benefits of Pressure Monitoring in Irrigation
✅ Faster Problem Diagnosis – Growers can identify issues such as leaks, clogs, and pump inefficiencies more quickly.
✅ Optimized Water Distribution – Helps determine which blocks can be irrigated together without causing pressure drops.
✅ Preventative Maintenance – Enables proactive management of pumps, filters, and irrigation infrastructure.
✅ Enhanced Irrigation Scheduling – Ensures consistent water distribution across vineyard blocks, improving overall crop performance.
Vineyard Managers See Tangible Benefits
Real-World Impact of Pressure Monitoring by Lumo
Growers using Lumo’s smart valves and pressure monitoring sensors have already experienced significant improvements in irrigation performance and water management.
“Having pressure sensors was extremely helpful for understanding our irrigation system and diagnosing issues,” said Megan Coy, Viticulturist at Regusci VM, who oversees irrigation for Clos du Val’s Hirondelle North ranch.
Case Study: Diagnosing System Inefficiencies
- Identified clogged sand filters that were causing sudden drops in pressure, allowing for timely flushing.
- Detected unusually high pressure, prompting a re-evaluation of system operation.
- Learned which blocks could be irrigated simultaneously without causing system strain.
“Over the season, we learned more about where water was really going and how to optimize opening and closing the system for better performance,” Coy added.
Similarly, Andrew Oliver, Vineyard Manager at Antinori, highlighted the value of Lumo’s integrated flow and pressure data:
“For the first time, I can confidently say that our vineyard blocks were sufficiently irrigated, and last year’s canopy and crop proved that,” Oliver stated.
His team identified leaks, low-pressure situations, and inefficiencies in certain irrigation combinations, leading to more effective water use and better crop outcomes.
Optimizing Irrigation with Lumo’s Ops Center
A More Complete Picture for Smarter Water Management
Lumo’s Ops Center irrigation management software now provides block-level insights into both pressure and flow data, helping growers:
- Pinpoint system inefficiencies before they impact yield.
- Optimize irrigation schedules for maximum water efficiency.
- Ensure uniform water distribution across vineyard blocks.
“Having flow and pressure data together helped us realize that our system was not functioning as well as we thought,” said Oliver.
With this new integration, Lumo continues to advance precision irrigation technology, providing growers with data-driven tools to optimize water usage and improve crop performance.
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