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 South Australia in 1985. Over the last 36 years Antelco has built a reputation as a Micro Irrigation Expert, producingPosted on May 13, 2021
Despite the recent drop in temperature in Adelaide, it is predicted the long spells of dry weather will continue throughout May. The unpredictability of the weather means that even in winter you might need irrigation as a backup to keep your garden watered. Antelco has a range of South AustralianPosted 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 good winter rain. Plants under pergolas, in green houses and enclosed areas are often forgotten as the weather cools. WithPosted 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 compact valve box neatly housing 4 automatic solenoid valves that can each be connected to a different watering zone inPosted 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 Irrigation systems is clogging of the emitters. This can be caused by a build up of sediments, silts, inorganic andPosted on March 04, 2021
Wanting a simple solution for water diversion and flow control in your irrigation system? Then Australian made Green Back® Valves are perfect for allowing you to control where water goes in your garden. Green Back® Valves allow for multiple irrigation systems to be connected to the one water source. ByPosted 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 adjust flow and coverage to suit plant's needs. Can be placed at ground level, or elevated above foliage using anPosted 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. TIPS Contract a professional irrigation designer; insist on a system to suit your plants and your soil.Install efficient micro-irrigation emittersPosted 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 tank ideally should be about 2 to 3 m above the height of the drippers. This will provide an operatingPosted 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 clamps are Australian made using only high quality, recyclable materials. Antelco fittings are designed with Australia’s harsh conditions in mindPosted 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 pot watering woes. The Potstream® was designed from the bottom up by firstly considering the top peeves of potted plantPosted 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. Micro irrigation applies low volumes of water and is designed to apply water over longer periods of time. Basically, thisPosted 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 following key components: 1. Pressure Reducer – This is attached to the water source (tap or timer) and is designedPosted 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 and drippers/sprayers you will probably need: 13mm Supply tubing - enough to run around your watering area.4mm Micro Feeder tubingPosted 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. The clever stake design provides greater retention in soil while the retaining hole secures the tube close to the stakePosted 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 Whether you are a designer, specifier, installer or end user we trust you will find our publication useful for yourPosted 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 these simple steps for preparing your irrigation system: 1. Check for breaks and leaks in your pipework system – sometimesPosted 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 winter you might need irrigation as a backup to get the most out of your winter veggies. Antelco has aPosted 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. Antelco has just released its 2020 Irrigation equipment catalogue full of South Australian made and developed irrigation products for yourPosted 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 holes in laterals, removing the need for a separate installation tool.Robust and aesthetically pleasing designRetaining hole in stake to alignPosted 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 garden. Features are available such as cleanable, anchored (spikes), suitable for low pressure (tanks), self- cleaning and insect baffles. AntelcoPosted 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 you have installed a system on a high pressure mains supply that has a small flow rate without a pressurePosted 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 the water source and plant water requirements all contribute to this challenge. For nearly every situation, Antelco have come upPosted 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 of watering bits available. Micro irrigation by nature is made up of lots of small bits and pieces from fittingsPosted 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 water wastage. The folks at Antelco have thought about this and have developed a range called DB (Double Barb) fittingsPosted 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, whereas in a commercial horticultural application such as a vineyard or orchard the plant variation is generally less, and uniformPosted 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 sure of how long to and when to water. There are many factors to consider when watering your garden likePosted 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 adjustable drippers flow rate can be altered. There are differing quality of adjustable drippers with the best being the AntelcoPosted 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 system you will probably have to make some adjustments for these conditions. Micro irrigation applies low volumes of water andPosted 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 at once. All you need is: A standard (9 litre) household bucketA stopwatch or watch with seconds hand.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 system Importantly your system should incorporate a pressure regulator and filter to protect the system from pressure blowouts and contaminantsPosted 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 adjustment, and a rain switch. Consider soil moisture devices.Mulch around your plants to conserve water in the soil. Irrigate toPosted 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 perfect for home garden use. This enables the gardener to set and fine tune the water required for each individualPosted 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 up of sediments, silts, inorganic and organic matter which can partially or fully clog emitters. Maintenance of drip and microPosted 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 solutions provider. The PotstreamTM was designed from the bottom up by firstly considering the peeves of potted plant watering. Our