Books about Sprinklers from Amazon.com

Take the mystery out of installing a watering system with this new edition of Sprinklers & Drip Systems Visual guides and garden plans help you select, install, and maintain the right system—or systems—for your landscaping needs. Color photos assist in identifying the correct components when shopping for a particular sprinkler or drip system. You’ll save time, money, and conserve water by employing the book’s planning recommendations and installation instructions.

Features:

* Excellent reference volume whether self-installing or hiring contractors

* Visual guides take the guesswork out of selecting the right sprinkler and drip system components

* Step-by-step photos and instructions for planning and installation, plus information on maintenance and repairs

* Showcases five different gardens to illustrate how particular systems address special landscaping needs.
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This newly revised edition provides expert advice on how to grow a lush, green lawn through proper watering with less fuss, less water, and less money.

The easy-to-follow, practical format helps readers plan their watering systems, buy the right equipment, and install them with 100-percent confidence.

More than 100 full-color photos and illustrations combined with step-by-step instructions show how easy it is to install sprinkler and drip systems.

Helpful tips provide lawn enthusiasts with expert knowledge that will give them the most beautiful lawn or garden in the neighborhood, while also helping them conserve water and save money..
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Practical advice to plan watering zones appropriate to climates and landscape varieties.

Tips for successful installation or for planning a system with a professional.

Complete how-to for installing sprinkler equipment from a variety of manufacturers.

Illustrated step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting tips, and do-it-yourself hints..
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Outlines irrigation options available to homeowners—from fully automated sprinklers for a large yard to simple manual drip systems for balcony plants.

Explains sprinkler systems and how to install them.

Includes a section on maintenance and repairs..
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This well illustrated, step-by-step approach is a vital reference for every inspector and designer of fire protection, sprinkler, architectural or engineering systems. Hydraulic calculations for the most commonly-encountered water-based fire protection systems are covered in detail. Manual hydraulic calculations are thoroughly covered and a computer disk is included providing the reader with the opportunity to calculate a wide variety of systems. Factors of successful design such as quality assurance, coordination, and ethical practice are covered to provide a realistic perspective on professional application of the methods presented. The latest technology, including the design of high speed water spray systems and water mist systems, is presented to reinforce the advances in water-based fire protection systems. (Keywords: Fire Protection Systems) ALSO AVAILABLE INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Guide, ISBN: 0-8273-7884-X.
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The only book any homeowner needs when considering an irrigation system for a lawn, this complete handbook, written by a master plumber in clear, non-technical language, addresses all types of irrigation systems--from the simple to the high-tech--including overhead, surface, and underground irrigation equipment. 50 illustrations & photos..
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The most current guide to fire protection systems is here! Design of Special Hazards and Fire Alarm Systems, 2E is an essential resource for inspecting, designing, installing, using, and understanding a wide variety of simple and complex special hazard and fire alarm systems. Updated to reflect eight of the most current NFPA standards for optimum code-compliant performance, including the 2007 Edition of NFPA 72, the book also uses real-world applications and covers the latest technologies so readers can easily transfer the information they learn to their daily work experiences. Ideal for architects, engineers, layout technicians, fire service personnel, plumbers, mechanical contractors, and sprinkler firms, it is a valuable reference tool for anyone who interacts with these important and intricate systems..
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The Automatic Sprinkler Systems Handbook - NICET Element Review Level 1 & 2 is a step-by-step guide, prepared by two authorities in the field, to demystify the NICET Certification process.Currently considered an important evaluation process in the 20+ states and in some there are requirements for NICET certification for system designers, installers, and contractors. It is expected that even more states will follow. Many more states, counties, and cities allow either level 3 certificate holder or PE to sign fire alarm systems design drawings.This Automatic Sprinkler Design Handbook - Element Review clarifies the requirements necessary for certification you will need in addition to passing the exam; namely work experience, personal recommendation & supervisor evaluation. Following the guide is a review of all Level 1 and Level 2 elements, a Glossary of terms, and a number of appendixes. 430 pp..
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Where sprinklers are installed, the chances of dying in a fire are reduced by one-half to two-thirds. The 2007 NFPA 13: Installation of Sprinkler Systems provides the latest rules for all aspects of automatic sprinkler system design and installation. It also covers the character and adequacy of water supplies and the selection of sprinklers, piping, and valves..
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