Hop to it this Easter
Posted on April 11, 2022
Are you going away this Easter long weekend? It is important to remember those plants that don’t get to enjoy the benefits of a good watering from the rain. Plants...News
Tidy up your irrigation with Tidy-Bow™
Posted on March 31, 2022
Are you sick of seeing a mess of micro tubing from your irrigation system all around your patio or pergola? Hide the mess with Antelco’s Tidy-Bow™ Clip On Elbow. The...
Under Tree Watering
Posted on March 17, 2022
As we continue to see warm days in some parts of Australia, weather experts predict these conditions will continue until the end of Autumn. It is important to remember that...
Winter Vegetable and Herb Gardens
Posted on March 03, 2022
Now that Autumn is here, it is the perfect time to start planting your winter vegetable and herb gardens. Micro Irrigation is a great way of keeping your winter vegies...
Watering with Rainwater Tanks
Posted on February 03, 2022
We are often asked 'can we use drippers on rainwater tanks for our gardens?' Rain Tanks, with a pressure pump installed, can supply all types or drippers and emitters, within...
Prepare your irrigation system for the festive season
Posted on December 08, 2021
With the festive season here and holiday plans well under way, it’s important to remember to prepare your irrigation system for your time away. Follow these simple steps for preparing...
Reclaim your water
Posted on November 25, 2021
The growing demand on managing our finite freshwater resources has seen an increase in the use of recycled water for irrigation purposes. The Australian Made ReuZit® range of recycled water...
Potted Plant watering made easy
Posted on October 25, 2021
Potted plants are a beautiful accessory to any garden, but when it comes to keeping them watered they can create a few frustrations. Some common peeves of potted plant watering...
Drip Irrigation for your vegies
Posted on September 14, 2021
Did you know Drip Irrigation is a great way to water your vegies? Drippers are designed to release water at slower rates than traditional methods and can be placed...
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie
Posted on May 19, 2021
The 24th to 30th May is Australian Made Week. Get involved and support Aussie companies by buying Australian Made. Antelco is a proud Australian Owned and Operated company established in...
Not yet time to turn off the Irrigation
Posted on May 13, 2021
Even as we prepare for the cooler months, the unpredictability of the weather means that even in winter you might need irrigation as a backup to keep your garden watered...
Winter Watering for your Garden
Posted on April 29, 2021
As Autumn starts to set in here in Australia and we begin preparing for winter, it’s important to remember those plants that don’t get to enjoy the benefits of a...
Simplify your irrigation system with eZyvalve™4
Posted on April 15, 2021
One of the struggles of garden irrigation is how to automate multiple irrigation zones throughout your garden using one easy to use mess free system. Australian made eZyvalve™4 is a...
Hop to it...
Posted on March 31, 2021
Looking for something to do this upcoming Easter long weekend? It is the perfect time to give your irrigation system some TLC. The most common problem facing Drip and Micro...
From Vineyards and orchards to backyards and garden beds... Take control with Antelco Valves
Posted on March 04, 2021
Wanting a simple solution for water diversion and flow control in your irrigation system? Then Australian made Antelco Valves are perfect for allowing you to control where water goes in...
Triple Treats for watering your garden
Posted on February 18, 2021
Looking for the perfect watering device for your garden? Antelco has you covered. Shrubbler® 360° Full Circle Adjustable Flow Shrubblers® are perfect for localised plant watering. Rotate the cap to...
Installing an irrigation system: Facts to Consider
Posted on February 04, 2021
When thinking of installing an irrigation system, sometimes knowing where to start can seem quite daunting. Here are some helpful tips and advice to set you on the right path...
Low Pressure Drip Irrigation systems
Posted on January 21, 2021
We are sometimes asked 'can we use drippers on rainwater tanks for our gardens?'. The answer is yes if some rules are applied. The vertical height of water in the...
Not all Micro Irrigation Fittings are created equal
Posted on January 06, 2021
There is nothing worse than investing in a water efficient drip irrigation system, to then waste water through leaking or blown off fittings. Antelco’s range of poly fittings and ratchet...
All your potted plant watering peeves solved
Posted on December 09, 2020
Meet the Potstream®, a fully adjustable watering device for potted plants and container watering. 100% designed and manufactured in Australia by Antelco Pty Ltd, the Potstream® will end all your...
Prepare your micro irrigation system for extreme hot weather conditions..
Posted on November 25, 2020
Australia is expecting extremely hot weather conditions and our gardens can suffer. If you have a micro irrigation system you will probably have to make some adjustments for these conditions...
Checklist for a trouble-free micro irrigation system
Posted on October 28, 2020
Micro Irrigation systems operate best at low pressure and have small outlets, so you should address a few key things to have a trouble-free system. The system should incorporate the...
Installation guidelines for Antelco Micro Irrigation Home watering systems
Posted on October 08, 2020
Looking at installing an Antelco Micro Irrigation system then download this Factsheet which gives you the tips and tricks you need to get it right. Other than the Antelco fittings...
Up the Stakes in your garden beds
Posted on September 29, 2020
Thinking of adding an irrigation system to your garden beds, or upgrading your existing system? Antelco has released a new Micro Stake perfect for securing micro sprays in garden beds...
Prepare for the new season with Antelco
Posted on September 17, 2020
Getting your irrigation system ready for the upcoming summer season? Look no further than the 2020 Antelco Irrigation Equipment catalogue. Featuring our range of: Drippers Sprays Sprinklers Valves Fittings Accessories...
Preparing your irrigation system for the warmer season ahead
Posted on September 02, 2020
As we come out of the cold winter months it is time to start thinking about the warmer season ahead and preparing your irrigation system for watering your garden. Follow...
Watering your home vegetable garden
Posted on April 29, 2020
As people adjust to life in these unprecedented times, Australia has seen an increase in popularity of the home veggie patch. The unpredictability of our weather means that even in...
Growth in home gardening soars during COVID-19
Posted on April 15, 2020
As people stay at home in isolation in these unprecedented times, home gardening has become very popular and as the dry conditions have remained so has the need for irrigation...
New Micro Stake for garden micro sprays
Posted on April 01, 2020
Antelco has released a new Micro Stake for secure location of micro sprays in garden beds. The new stakes feature: Tube piercing point on each stake tip allows creation of...
Antelco Dripper Selection Guide
Posted on March 18, 2020
Antelco has a range of drippers to suit many diverse applications. There are adjustable, fixed and pressure compensating types with different flow rates which can be matched to suit your...
Protect your micro irrigation system by installing a pressure regulator
Posted on January 22, 2020
The problem Have you ever installed a micro irrigation system for a home garden and turned it on and found the parts blow off causing leaks and damages. Chances are...
Product Highlight – Asta® Drip PC Spike – The watering spike does it right…
Posted on December 19, 2018
Every irrigator, from the home gardener to the professional nursery manager, knows the challenge of putting the right amount of water onto each plant. Differences in elevation, in distance from...
Matching the right Micro Irrigation system for your garden…
Posted on November 08, 2018
Matching the right Micro Irrigation system for your garden… If you stand in the aisle of your local hardware store or irrigation outlet you will be amazed at the amount...
Not all micro irrigation fittings are created equal..
Posted on October 25, 2018
There is nothing worse than seeing a drip irrigation system, which is an efficient way of watering with a blown off fitting, wasting water. Ratepayers in particular hate seeing this...
When drippers aren't necessarily drippers...
Posted on October 11, 2018
Thinking about putting in some drippers for your home garden then consider this. Plants in a home garden are varying by size, type, micro climate and subsequently their water usage...
Operating your micro irrigation system over the season ahead
Posted on September 26, 2018
As we come out of winter and into Spring, the time has come to commence watering your garden beds. If you have a micro irrigation system you might not be...
Why you should think about using adjustable drippers for your home garden…
Posted on February 07, 2018
There are basically two types of drippers used in home gardens, fixed and adjustable. Fixed drippers as the name suggests providing a fixed and uniform flow to your garden, whereas...
Managing your micro irrigation system in extreme hot weather conditions...
Posted on January 24, 2018
Managing your micro irrigation system in extreme hot weather conditions... Australia this summer is experiencing extremely hot weather conditions and our gardens can suffer. If you have a micro irrigation...
How many drippers or sprays can I run at once?
Posted on November 03, 2017
The following Factsheet explains how to determine the water supply available from your tap and what this means as to how many Antelco drippers or sprays that you can run...
Typical recommended layout of our Potstream System
Posted on November 01, 2017
We are often asked how our systems go together so we thought we would write this article to show how our Potstream system for potted plants goes together. Protecting your...
Irrigation Equipment: Facts to Consider
Posted on September 20, 2017
TIPS Contract a professional irrigation designer; insist on a system to suit your plants and your soil.Install efficient micro-irrigation emitters wherever possible. Install an irrigation controller with multiple programs, seasonal...
The warmer weather is finally here in Australia..
Posted on September 19, 2017
Spring has sprung.. Now is the time of year to check or install irrigation systems for the warmer season ahead. At Antelco we have a family of adjustable watering products...
Drip & Micro Irrigation Systems Maintenance
Posted on June 01, 2017
Agricultural Drip and Micro Irrigation Systems Maintenance Introduction The most common problem facing Drip and Micro Irrigation systems is clogging of the emitters. This can be caused by a build...
Potstream™ – The new watering standard for potted plants
Posted on April 01, 2017
PotstreamTM is the new fully adjustable watering device for potted plants and container watering. It has been fully Australian designed and manufactured by Antelco Pty Ltd, Australia’s premier micro irrigation...