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Web URL(s): | http://archive.lib.msu.edu/tic/wetrt/article/2007feb52.pdf Last checked: 10/21/2014 Requires: PDF Reader |
Publication Type:
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Author(s): | Haveruk, Lorne;
Prophit, Russ |
Title: | Big irrigation: Working with a "beast" of a project - will you be dinner or the diner? |
Section: | Technology Other records with the "Technology" Section
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Source: | Landscape Management. Vol. 46, No. 2, February 2007, p. 52, 54, 56, 58. |
Publishing Information: | Cleveland, OH: Advanstar Communications, Inc. |
# of Pages: | 4 |
Keywords: | TIC Keywords: Irrigation systems; Irrigation installation; Irrigation system design; Professional services; Pumping systems; Planning
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Abstract/Contents: | Discusses irrigation projects in Minnesota, including the State Capital Mall, Dancing Waters, Cobblestone Lake, the Spirit of Brandtjen Farm and Anoka-Ramsey Community College campus. Describes the development of large-scale irrigation projects, starting with "engineering firms [creating] AutoCAD and/or PDF drawings." Lists tips for tackling big development projects, including "be up front to build trust," "make it clear that you are the go-to person," and "always be professional." Discusses potential ways of developing a plan, including "once [deciding] what the true maximum irrigated area will be, then [one] can determine the source of the water - lakes, rivers, streams, reclaimed/reuse water and, in the worst case scenarios, potable water." Explains that "each region is different and requires designers to know and be able to deal with a daunting variety of conditions and restrictions." States that "a good irrigation consultant needs to be involved (on a project) from the get go." Also states that "the availability of trained, reliable technicians complicates the process of nailing down true production rates on big jobs." Concludes that "finally, don't forget [the] bid bond, [the] cost and insurance...know [the] policy...it must meet the requirements specified in the bid documents." |
Language: | English |
References: | 0 |
Note: | Includes sidebar, "Tips for tackling the big job", p. 54 Pictures, color |
| ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete): Haveruk, L., and R. Prophit. 2007. Big irrigation: Working with a "beast" of a project - will you be dinner or the diner?. Landscape Manage. 46(2):p. 52, 54, 56, 58. |
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