CIT training is scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Wolf Creek’s Columbus branch, located at 6700-B Huntley Road in Columbus, Ohio.
To register, contact your Wolf Creek representative, or click the registration box above. Space is limited; cost for the training is $100 per attendee.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to add instant credibility to employers and increase your marketability, all while demonstrating your commitment to efficient water management!
What Exactly Does a CIT Do?
Certified Irrigation Technicians install, maintain and repair irrigation systems.
This entails knowing the limitations of different piping systems and understand basic hydraulics, in order to properly cut and join pipe.
CIT’s lay out, install and repair all irrigation system components, including:
Piping and water delivery components
Backflow prevention components
Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical irrigation controls
To Become a CIT You Must:
Register for the exam. Recommended: six months or 1,000 hours of irrigation-related field experience.
Pass the irrigation technician exam. The three-hour exam includes 100 equally weighted, multiple-choice questions on basic irrigation principles, basic electrical principles and basic hydraulics.
December 3-7 at the Long Beach Convention
and Entertainment Center
Irrigation Show 2018 is the only national trade show designed specifically for irrigation professionals.
It’s where the irrigation industry comes together to network, learn and promote irrigation. (Did you know it’s also the world’s biggestirrigation trade show?)
Register by Nov. 1 to save on education classes, full registration and exhibits. Discount housing is also open, and attendees can book their hotel online.
To download the Irrigation Association’s 24-page Registration Brochure, click here.
More than 4,000 distributors, dealers, contractors, consultants and growers are expected to attend this year’s event in Long Beach, California. You’ll have the opportunity to:
Check out new and innovative products, technologies and services.
Explore new suppliers.
Learn about the latest business trends and irrigation best practices.
Network with current business partners and with industry leaders who share the Ohio IA’s commitment to efficient irrigation.
New This Year: Radio Row
Radio Row is a dedicated space for radio stations and podcasts from across the country to provide live broadcasts and interviews with irrigation professionals and experts attending the Irrigation Show. See some of your favorite ag radio and podcast hosts live and in action.
Extended Floor Hours
This year, show floor hours have been extended to 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 5, and 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 6.
Educational Opportunities
You can discover great ideas, learn new skills and earn CEUs with some of the industry’s most experienced professionals. Landscape irrigation topics for educational classes at this year’s Irrigation Show include:
Pumps and Soils
Landscape Irrigation Design
Advanced Irrigation Wiring Methods
Hydraulic Troubleshooting
Alternative Water for Landscape Irrigation
Landscape Drip Irrigation Design
Two-Wire Technology Systems for Landscapes
The Business of Landscape Irrigation Contracting
One-hour seminars will provide detailed coverage on a focused topic in landscape irrigation. Seminars are open to all attendees with a full registration. Participants will earn 1.00 CEU for each hour. This year’s topics will include:
Weather-Based Irrigation Controllers
Low-Impact Development and Irrigation
Impacts of Irrigation in Building Rating Systems
Using Drones to Improve Irrigation Management
Certification Exams
Exams for the following certification programs will also be available at this year’s Irrigation Show:
Last month, 18 Ohio-area landscaping contractors participated in Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT) training at two separate sites. These Irrigation Association training sessions were sponsored by Wolf Creek Company and Rain Bird.
During the training, contractors learned the basics of hydraulics and irrigation system installation and maintenance. In addition to an overview of irrigation system components and how they operate, attendees learned how to:
Glue and repair PVC pipe
Install nozzles and adjust sprinkler heads
Set and repair electric valves
Utilize various field and controller wiring techniques.
Trainees also prepared for the CIT exam, a prerequisite to receiving certification.
CIT Overview
A CIT is an entry-level irrigation field professional, and it is the newest certification offered by the Irrigation Association. CITs install, maintain and repair irrigation systems. Their responsibilities include:
Cutting and joining pipe, with an understanding of basic hydraulics, as well as the limitations of different piping systems.
Laying out and installing pipes and water delivery components; backflow prevention components; mechanical, hydraulic and electrical irrigation controls; and other irrigation system components.
Troubleshooting and repairing all irrigation components and systems.
Becoming a CIT
Certification gives you a competitive edge. By becoming a CIT, you can:
Add instant credibility with customers and employers.
Increase job opportunities.
Demonstrate your commitment to efficient water management.
Qualify for the EPA WaterSense program.
Interested? Here’s what you have to do:
Register for the exam. Recommended: six months or 1,000 hours of irrigation-related field experience.
Pass the irrigation technician exam. The three-hour exam includes 100 equally weighted, multiple-choice questions on basic irrigation principles, basic electrical principles and basic hydraulics.
MGIX 2018 is scheduled for three full days, January 15 through 17, 2018, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. This annual event combines industry-leading education with an expanded trade show. It’s a truly innovative green industry experience that you won’t want to miss!
Trade Show
More than 300 exhibitors will be offering everything from nursery stock and hardscaping products to pest control and landscaping equipment. This year’s show is expected to attract thousands of attendees.
New this year will be the Feature Stage! Located in the Exhibit Hall, the stage will spotlight entertainment, education and product presentations. The expanded trade show will also offer the Garden Lounge and New Product Showcase.
Family Time
Also new this year will be Family Programs. Many MGIX attendee and exhibitors own or work for family businesses. So MGIX 2018 offers activities and education sessions to address family business issues and provide family-friendly entertainment for all ages.
Back by Popular Demand
Back again for 2018 is the ever-popular Climbers Corners. This live-stage event features expert educators demonstrating a variety of arboricultural techniques important to tree care professionals, landscape crews, managers and landscape designers.
Education
Educational sessions of particular interest to landscape and irrigation professionals will include:
Rain Water Harvesting & Reuse for Irrigation
Efficient Irrigation Design & Installation
Why Plants Do the Things They Do
Preparing your business for disasters. Know what to do next.
Landscaping for Water Quality
Legislative Update
To Learn More…
For more information, including the education schedule and special events, Click Here.
Irrigation Show 2017 Is Set for November 8-9,
Education Conference for November 6-10
Irrigation Show 2017 is the only national trade show designed specifically for irrigation professionals. It’s where the irrigation industry comes together to network, learn and promote irrigation.
Nearly 5,000 distributors, dealers, contractors, consultants and growers are expected to attend this year’s event. You’ll have the opportunity to:
Check out innovative products, technologies and services.
Explore new suppliers.
Learn about the latest business trends and irrigation best practices.
Network with current business partners and with industry leaders who share the Ohio Irrigation Association’s commitment to efficient irrigation.
Educational Opportunities
While enjoying sunny Orlando, be sure to attend some of the many irrigation seminars and classes that are offered. You’ll learn concepts and practical skills you can implement immediately.
Scheduled classes offer:
Real-world applications and irrigation case studies.
Current techniques, field-tested information and best practices.
Instructors with industry expertise and proven teaching experience.
One-hour seminars will provide detailed coverage on a focused topic in landscape irrigation. Seminars are open to all attendees with a full registration. Participants will earn 1.00 CEU for each hour. This year’s topics will include:
Irrigating Green Roofs
Pressure Regulation to Improve Irrigation Efficiency
Basis of Design
Top 5 Employment Law Issues Facing Contractors
A Proven Winner
Attendance at last year’s IrrigationShow was up double digits. Exhibitor presence was strong, and new product introductions were plenty.
In fact, research of past shows has indicated a strong correlation between show attendance and future sales. Specifically, within 12 months of the show:
77% of the attendees purchased a product or service as a result of contacts made at the show.
90% of the attendees contacted exhibitors met at the show.
90% of the attendees visited exhibitor websites based on information from the show.
Check out this promotional video from last year’s IrrigationShow:
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to add instant credibility to employers and increase your marketability, all while demonstrating your commitment to efficient water management!
This entails knowing the limitations of different piping systems and understand basic hydraulics, in order to properly cut and join pipe.
Extended Floor Hours
