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SurfaceFlowTM:
SurfaceFlow is ideally suited for turf irrigation where runoff is an issue. The theory behind SurfaceFlow was conceived and tested at Cal Poly Pomona by Dr. You-tsai Hung and the students of the Landscape Irrigation Science Department. Dr. Hung's theory took advantage of the 'wicking' action that is a common trait inherent in straw, sponges and other porous materials. Dr. Hung proved that a single point of watering would spread out across the connected porous material, i.e. grass. The result was better irrigation performance than traditional systems.
The Cal Poly Pomona testing laid the framework for Jardinier's SurfaceFlow turf irrigation system. Jardinier perfected and patented a commercially viable system that is being implemented into the irrigation designs around the State of California, including a significant portion of a wide median on Jamboree Blvd. in Tustin.
By using Jardinier's SurfaceFlow design program, this system can eliminate the environmental hazards of runoff and significantly reduce water usage. Jardinier's design program works by matching precipitation to the soil conditions and other factors. The turf grass acts as a temporary water storage system; this root system distributes water uniformly, and then slowly releases the water into the ground. When designed in accordance with the science behind SurfaceFlow, the system can achieve a higher distribution efficiency, and reduce water requirements by 25%-40%. Best of all, it virtually eliminates water runoff.
HOW SURFACE FLOW WORKS
- Water travels along the grass stolons, by wick action, to distribute evenly across the surface of the soil for more efficient infiltration.
- By the wicking nature of the grass, water is evenly distributed.
- Water enters soil at an even rate.
- Typical wetting pattern creates even water distribution throughout both soil surface and root depth.
Jardinier Surface Flow Brochure
Surface Flow Brochure
Surface Flow Three-fold Brochure
DAMAGE FROM OVERSPRAY - SurfaceFlow is the solution
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These pictures display damage that overspray has caused on concrete and asphalt. This problem occurs when the hardsurface gets wet from overspray, then freezes overnight. The frozen water expands and creates cracks and breaks in the concrete and asphalt, causing hundreds of dollars in damage and maintenance costs.
Surface Flow Specification, Detail and Installation Information
Examples of Surface Flow Demonstration Sites
City of Fountain Valley Demonstration Site
The City of Fountain Valley had SurfaceFlow installed at its Civic Center as a means of reducing water use and eliminating runoff and overspray on the nearby walkway and buildings.
City of Fountain Valley Surface Flow Example
City of Paramount Demonstration Site
The public works department of the city had a SurfaceFlow system installed at is facility on Downey Avenue to demonstrate the efficiency and effectiveness of the system.
City of Paramount Surface Flow Example
The Irvine Company-Baypoint
The Irvine Company is using SurfaceFlow tecnology to irrigate the lush flowerbeds and landscaping at the Baypoint Apartments on Baypoint Drive in Newport Beach.
Baypoint- Irvine Company
City of Newport Beach-Goldenrod Overhead Bridge
Irrigating this flower-lined pedestrian bridge wa a challenge for city maintenance crews. Park Maintenance Supervisor Randy Kearns selected Jardinier's SurfaceFlow technology to effectively address and eliminate problems with labor costs, water consumption and runoff.
Goldenrod Bridge
Cal Poly Pomona Demonstration Site
University officials had SurfaceFlow installed on campus as a demonstration site for students and the public to learn more about this "green" irrigation system. This innovative technology has proven to eliminate wasteful water runoff and more water efficient than conventional irrigation systems.
Cal Poly Pomona Site
Fullerton Community College Demonstration Site
The horticulture department of the college had SurfaceFlow installed as a demonstration project, illustrating to students and the public the effectiveness and efficiency of this innovative irrigation technology.
Fullerton Community College Site
Koller Residence, Burmuda Dunes, CA
Traditional spray irrigation systems can result in significant water loss through evaporation, particularly in the desert. Dave Koller had a SurfaceFlow irrigation system installed at his home for a lush lawn with significant water savings.
Koller Residence
Culver Plaza, Irvine, The Irvine Company
The Irvine Company used SurfaceFlow technology to keep the landscaping at Culver Plaza lush and green. The system saves nearly 30 percent in water costs, and protects patrons' cars from irritating irrigation spray.
Culver Plaza
University Center, Irvine, The Irvine Company
The Irvine Company selected SurfaceFlow technology to irrigate the landscaping at University Center in Irvine. Cars parked along the planters don't get sprayed, and the system saves up to 30 percent in water costs.
University Center TIC
City of Tustin, Jamboree Road Demonstration Site
Runoff caused by traditional spray irrigation along this Jamboree Road median not only wasted water and destructive to the asphalt paving, it posed safety problems whenever traffic drove by. SurfaceFlow technology was used to reduce water consumption by up to 30 percent, to curb runoff and to keep the median lush and green.
Jamboree Ex.4
Stater Brothers Corp. Offices, City of San Bernardino
The city of San Bernardino selected Jardinier's SurfaceFlow technology for the front landscaping of this state-of-the-art facility to eliminate the possibility of water spray hitting and damaging the gold-embossed lettering and dark stone of this monument sign.
Stater Bros San Bernardino