ESI Targets Water Conservation with Launch of GroPoint(TM) Single Valve Controller
03 Fevereiro 2011 - 6:52PM
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E.S.I. Environmental Sensors Inc. ("ESI" or the "Company") (TSX
VENTURE: ESV) is pleased to announce the market launch of its
GroPoint™ Single Valve Controller (GP-SVC) designed to convert
standard timer-based irrigation systems into "smart" irrigation
systems through the use of soil moisture data to conserve water,
automatically limiting irrigation to periods of low soil moisture
levels when plants or turf truly need more water.
ESI has long promoted the efficient use and conservation of
water and is known for its highly accurate and durable moisture
sensors. By combining soil moisture data with a valve control
device, the GroPoint™ GP-SVC allows for automated interruption of
timed irrigation schedules, preventing irrigation controllers from
watering when moisture levels in the soil are above a preset
threshold. This threshold may be user-, technician- or
factory-determined and can be adjusted in the field. It has been
demonstrated through various research studies that watering based
on soil moisture data can reduce water use by as much as 60%,
saving both water and electricity costs as well as wear and tear on
irrigation system components and maintenance. At the same time,
this more efficient use of water results in healthier crops,
improved quality and increased procurement, and healthier gardens
and lawns. For growers, golf course superintendents, municipal park
managers, turf managers and homeowners implementing these devices
on their irrigation systems, a rapid and significant return on
investment may be realized along with positive environmental
impacts.
The GroPoint™ GP-SVC also allows for automated interruption of
timed irrigation schedules in hot-spots where systems are already
installed and localized control of single or multiple valves is
required, and is much more accurate and efficient than using a rain
sensor or weather data to limit irrigation. A system monitoring
soil moisture derives data directly from the root zone of the plant
or other targeted sensing area, thereby optimizing the watering
schedule over any other known method.
The GroPoint™ GP-SVC can be used in conjunction with an existing
irrigation system and controller. It can be connected directly to
the controller or to a single valve affecting one zone or multiple
zones. For larger operations, multiple devices can be connected to
multiple zones. ESI is already selling these types of systems for
large sports field complexes.
In addition, ESI would also like to thank Mr. Ian Grant for his
service as a member of the Board of Directors for the Company over
the past six months. Mr. Grant has stepped down from the Board in
order to focus on his own expanding business affairs.
About ESI
ESI is a leading manufacturer of patented and proprietary
solutions for environments where understanding the presence,
movement, and/or amount of water are important. Major market
sectors include: agriculture, golf and turf, scientific research,
civil engineering, mining, environmental monitoring and crude oil
production. ESI solutions have been successfully introduced into
more than 40 countries to enable customers to optimize their
operations by monitoring the presence and movement of water,
managing irrigation systems, and monitoring the integrity of
landfill covers. In addition, ESI's FloPoint™ instrument has been
deployed in the oil industry to measure the volumetric presence of
water pumped during crude oil extraction for characterization and
optimization of the process. ESI differentiates itself by
translating the best technology and science available into
practical, easy to use solutions. Irrigation managers, reservoir
engineers, and scientists have adopted ESI's products for their
accuracy, ease of use, repeatability, and ability to operate in
challenging environments. ESI is publicly traded on the TSX Venture
Exchange under the symbol "ESV". Further information about ESI may
be obtained through the Company's website at www.esica.com.
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responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Contacts: E.S.I. Environmental Sensors Inc. Investor Relations
250.655.3211 or 1-800.799.6324 investor.relations@esica.com E.S.I.
Environmental Sensors Inc. Bernard M. Beauchesne Media and Investor
Relations Contact 250.655.3211 or 1-800.799.6324
bbeauchesne@esica.com www.esica.com
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