Across Europe and beyond, irrigation professionals are embracing a new way to connect their systems — without the wires. A revolution is underway, driven by the need for smarter, more flexible solutions that meet the demands of today's landscapes and growing operations alike.
Wireless valve technology is opening new possibilities, offering the performance and reliability needed to move beyond the limits of traditional cabling. With innovations like LoRa® enabled communication leading the way, managing irrigation systems — whether for parks, sports fields, farms, or vineyards — is now as easy as tapping a smartphone.
Breaking Free from the Ground
For decades, running copper wire between controllers and field valves was the standard. It got the job done — but not without challenges: high installation costs, disruptive trenching, and the constant risks of wire damage or lightning strikes. Today, wireless solutions such as Hunter Industries’ Wireless Valve Link make it possible to streamline projects, reduce costs, and protect both landscapes and crop fields. Without wires to bury, the integrity of parks, campuses, orchards, and farms is preserved — and installations move faster, with fewer disruptions. At the core of this shift is LoRaTechnology. Purpose-built for long-range, low-power communication, LoRa networks can transmit data up to 650 m in clear conditions, offering reliable performance even across complex terrains and expansive agricultural plots. It’s a robust solution where traditional cabling struggles.
Smarter Systems, Simpler Management
Wireless systems aren’t just easier to install — they’re designed to simplify day-to-day management too. With Bluetooth® enabled apps, irrigation professionals and agricultural growers can configure, troubleshoot, and expand irrigation zones without ever opening a valve box. Designed with durability in mind, wireless modules feature compact, long-lasting batteries — or optional solar kits for a maintenance-free, eco-friendly alternative. IP68 waterproof ratings ensure each component is ready to stand up to the elements, season after season. And when site challenges arise — like crossing a driveway, skirting dense plantings, or getting over a vineyard fence — wireless repeaters and antenna extensions make it easy to maintain reliable coverage.
Building a Future Without Limits
Wireless technology isn’t just about easier installations. It’s helping irrigation professionals and growers deliver smarter, more sustainable landscapes and productive fields. With cloud-based platforms, managers can monitor systems remotely, adjust schedules in real time, and gain insights that drive both water savings and operational efficiency — whether nurturing turf or tending crops. As climate variability continues to reshape the industry, wireless solutions offer the modularity, scalability, and resilience needed to meet the moment — and the future. Without the headaches of traditional wiring, today’s wireless systems are helping landscapes and farms grow greener, smarter, and more sustainable.
