MJ Abbott

Installation of new Rain Bird irrigation system

Hampshire Cricket, The Ageas Bowl, Southampton

Project summary

New irrigation for Hampshire's test cricket venue

MJ Abbott installed a new irrigation system at the Ageas Bowl, the home of Hampshire Cricket. The irrigation system design was undertaken by Roger Davey of Irritech.

The scope of work included:

  • 19m³/hr pump station designed and manufactured by MJ Abbott, with pump suction from the existing water tank
  • Installation of mainlines pipework and replacement irrigation to the entire cricket outfield area
  • The system utilises Rain Bird irrigation equipment
  • The system includes Rain Bird SiteControl control system, weather station and radio remote control.

MJ Abbott continues to maintain the irrigation system.