Smart Irrigation Control for Golf Courses

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Built on Proven 2-Wire Decoder Technology

Crysberg delivers patented 2-wire decoder irrigation systems with proven reliability, scalable architecture, and open integration, trusted in more than 13,000 golf courses worldwide.

Golf course irrigation demands precision, reliability, and long-term performance.

Crysberg’s decoder-based irrigation technology enables efficient water management across large and complex course layouts, reducing installation cost, minimizing failures, and ensuring consistent turf quality.

THE CHALLENGE

Irrigation Challenges in Golf Course Management

Golf courses operate some of the most complex irrigation systems in the world.

Key challenges include:

  • Long distances across fairways, greens, and rough areas
  • High valve density and distributed infrastructure
  • Requirement for precise irrigation per zone
  • Exposure to lightning and harsh environmental conditions
  • High cost of downtime and system failures
  • Increasing demand for water efficiency

Traditional irrigation systems often result in:

  • Complex wiring
  • High installation costs
  • Limited scalability
  • Difficult troubleshooting

THE CRYSBERG APPROACH

A Smarter Approach: Patented 2-Wire Decoder Irrigation

Crysberg replaces complex multi-wire installations with a patented 2-wire decoder system.

Instead of running individual wires to each valve:

  • One 2-wire cable carries both power and communication
  • Decoders act as intelligent field control units
  • Each decoder controls valves or reads sensors

This architecture creates:

  • Simpler installation
  • Lower infrastructure cost
  • Scalable systemdesign
  • Reliable long-distance communication
  • Easiere troubleshooting

PROVEN PERFORMANCE IN GOLF

Trusted by Golf Courses Worldwide

Crysberg technology is proven in real-world golf course installations:

  • Installed in 13,000+ golf courses globally
  • Up to 80% reduction in installation cost
  • Documented failure rate as low as 0.0009%
  • Millions of decoders operating in the field
  • Proven performance over 4 decades

This is not theoretical performance, it is field-proven reliability at scale.

KEY SYSTEM CAPABILITIES

Designed for Large and Complex Golf Irrigation Systems

  • Up to 500 decoders per 2-wire path
  • Up to 120 sensor decoders per path
  • Up to 20 individual mainlines
  • Up to 100 pipe sections
  • Wire distances up to:
    • 6 km (star topology)
    • 24 km (loop topology)
  • Up to 100 active outputs
  • True 2-way communication
  • Advanced diagnostics and monitoring

Built to handle the full complexity of modern golf course irrigation.

DECODERS – YOUR SYSTEM FOUNDATION

2-Wire Decoders – The Core of Golf Irrigation Control

Crysberg decoders are the backbone of the irrigation system.

They provide:

  • Precise valve activation
  • Reliable sensor data collection
  • Stable communication across long distances

Output Decoders

  • Control up to 100 irrigation valves at a time
  • Available in 1, 2, 4, and 6 output versions
  • Watertight and suitable for direct burial
  • Resistant to harsh environments and rodents

Input / Sensor Decoders

  • Connect soil moisture sensors, weather stations, and switches
  • Analog, voltage, pulse, manual switches, timers and counting
  • Support SDI-12 protocol
  • Enable real-time irrigation decisions

A modular system that scales from small areas to full golf courses.

CONTROL, INTEGRATION & FLEXIBILITY

Full Control with Open Integration

Crysberg systems support multiple control environments:

AquaLogic Central Control

  • Full system overview
  • Flow management, alarms, reporting
  • Weather integration

AquaLogic™ Interface

  • Connects decoders to:
    • PLC systems
    • SCADA systems
    • Third-party controllers
    • IoT platforms

Open API Platform

  • Seamless integration with OEM systems
  • No vendor lock-in
  • Flexible system architecture

Use your preferred control system, Crysberg provides the field technology.

LONG-TERM VALUE

Designed for Decades of Operations

Crysberg systems are engineered for long lifecycle performance:

  • Proven operation over 4 decades
  • Minimal maintenance requirements
  • Easy system expansion

Protect your investment while maintaining flexibility for future upgrades.

 

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Build Reliable Golf Irrigation Systems

Whether you are:

  • An OEM partner
  • A golf irrigation consultant
  • A system integrator

Crysberg provides the technology foundation for reliable, scalable irrigation systems.

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