BERMAD Irrigation Blog

In our recent webinar, we explored advanced hydrants, an essential component of irrigation infrastructure. We discussed their role as a critical interface between irrigation cooperatives and end farmers. The session highlighted how smart hydrant solutions can support water authorities and cooperatives in addressing challenges such as water scarcity,

Irrigation infrastructure modernization project in Alcolea de Cinca, Spain
Irrigation modernization is imperative for optimizing agricultural productivity, especially in regions facing water scarcity and burgeoning demand. The Santa Cruz de Alcolea Irrigation Consortium embarked on a comprehensive modernization initiative in 2016, forming the UTE Alcolea to spearhead this transformation.
Topics: Valves, Flow control, Flow Control Valves, Irrigation, Hydraulic Flow Control Valves
What are Flow Control Valves?
Flow control valves are designed to maintain a constant pre-set maximum flow regardless of fluctuating demand or varying system pressure. Flow limiting is required at the outlets from main systems to consumers like secondary systems (main line to hydrant line; hydrant line to distribution line), reservoirs, etc. in order to protect the supplying system from over consumption.
Topics: Tubeless valves, Flow control, Flow Control Valves, Irrigation