Rain Bird Unveils New Root Watering System -- RWS -- Series; Easy To Install RWS Promotes...

Business Editors

GLENDORA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 17, 2002

Rain Bird(R) Corporation, the leading manufacturer of irrigation equipment and water management products, announced today that its Accessories Division has introduced a new Root Watering System (RWS) Series designed

The RWS Series products consist of an irrigation retaining cap and a 36-inch long tube, made of a proprietary semi-rigid mesh that allows air, water and other nutrients to bypass compacted soil to reach deep root systems directly. The RWS can be ordered with pre-installed irrigation components that include a swing assembly, check valve, riser and Rain Bird 1401 bubbler. The RWS is also designed to accommodate drip tubing and emitters as an alternative installation. This unique product increases irrigation efficiency and promotes healthy growth of deep root systems.

"We've already seen a tremendous amount of interest in this product," said Barbara Booth, Marketing Manager for Rain Bird's Accessories Division. She continued, "In fact, the RWS Series product has been specified and ordered for a large irrigation project underway at the Beijing Summer Palace in the People's Republic of China. The grounds of the Palace, one of the oldest and most revered parks in China, feature more than 2,000 trees that are over 200 years old."

The RWS Series products are also ideal for urban tree settings as they encourage roots to grow down instead of along the surface. The RWS cap accepts most standard 4-inch drainage-type grates, which can be secured with a locking tab to deter removal.

The RWS comes with installation instructions and is available exclusively through professional irrigation distributors. Additional product information and technical specifications can be found on Rain Bird's web site at www.rainbird.com, by entering "RWS" in the search box.

ABOUT RAIN BIRD CORPORATION

Rain Bird is a leading manufacturer of irrigation equipment and water management products. Available internationally through an extensive network of distributors, the full line of quality products includes rotors, spray heads, valves, controllers, accessories and Xerigation(R) drip irrigation equipment. Founded in 1933, the Glendora, California-based company has sales operations and manufacturing facilities throughout the world, including the U.S., Mexico and Europe.

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