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TEEING UP SMARTER TURF MANAGEMENT

Your Partner in Proactive Turf Management with Advanced Drone Analytics

Stop Wasting Time on Walkthroughs—Spot Turf Issues Early, Save Thousands, and Simplify Your Course Maintenance Today!

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Discover How Advanced Turf Insights Can Save You Hours Every Week and Protect Your Budget—Without Adding to Your Workload.

Automated Hot Spot Discovery

Quickly identify and isolate problem areas to focus your resources where they’ll make the biggest impact. Our platform leverages advanced statistical analysis to create optimized treatment zones, helping you save time and streamline your maintenance efforts.

Early Detection of Stress & Disease

Catch turf health issues before they become visible and costly. By using high-resolution multispectral imagery and advanced analytics, you’ll gain insights into turf stress, moisture imbalances, and early disease symptoms, enabling timely interventions that save both time and money.

Comprehensive Moisture Insights

Traditional handheld sensors can only provide localized data, leaving gaps in the bigger picture. With thermal imaging and advanced analytics, you can see exactly where overwatering or underwatering is occurring across your entire course. Pair this with handheld devices for precise follow-ups, creating a harmonious approach to moisture management and boosting operational efficiency over time.

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Effortless Course Inspections

Drone-based inspections offer high-resolution, multispectral data that provides complete coverage of your course. This technology serves as the backbone for your data-driven maintenance strategy, enabling you to manage your operations more effectively.

Optimize Chemical Applications

Target problem areas with precision using automated hotspot detection. Allocate resources efficiently by focusing treatments where they’re needed most, reducing waste and improving results.

Track Progress and Identify Patterns

Use side-by-side comparisons to monitor changes in your turf over time, whether it’s regressions, improvements, or trends. Evaluate the effects of field trials and gather meaningful KPIs using detailed maps and charts. You’ll also uncover patterns caused by golfer and cart traffic, as well as maintenance equipment.

Prioritize Resources and Effort

Filter your course data by turf type and sort by health, moisture, or thermal metrics to identify areas that require immediate attention. This ensures you focus your manpower and resources on what matters most.

Clear Reporting for Stakeholders

Our platform isn’t just for superintendents and groundskeepers—it’s designed to keep all stakeholders informed. Easily share reports with owners, board members, and greens committees, ensuring everyone is on the same page when planning maintenance and allocating budgets.

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What You’ll Get: Time Back and Costs Down!

  • Will this replace my traditional walkthroughs?
    No, but it will make them far more efficient. Our service acts as an early detection system, helping you focus your walkthroughs on the areas that need attention most. Instead of spending hours scouting for issues, you’ll know exactly where to look, saving time and resources.
  • How does this help with irrigation management?
    Our thermal imaging and moisture analysis pinpoint areas that are over- or under-watered across your entire course. Instead of relying on spot checks, you’ll get a complete picture of moisture distribution, helping you fine-tune irrigation schedules, reduce water waste, and improve turf consistency.
  • Can this help justify maintenance budgets to my GM or board?
    Absolutely. Our reports provide clear, data-driven evidence of where resources are needed most. This makes it easier to demonstrate ROI, justify budget allocations for irrigation upgrades or turf treatments, and show improvements over time.
  • How does drone turf analysis actually work?
    We use high-resolution multispectral and thermal imaging to scan your entire course, detecting stress zones, irrigation inefficiencies, and potential problem areas that aren’t visible during walkthroughs. The data is then processed through our advanced analytics platform, providing you with actionable insights to optimize your maintenance strategy.
  • How often should I scan my course with drones?
    That depends on your goals. Some superintendents choose biweekly or monthly scans to stay ahead of irrigation issues and turf stress. Others prefer seasonal or pre/post-tournament scans to ensure optimal course conditions. The frequency can be tailored to your needs.
  • How much time will this actually save me and my team?
    Most superintendents will save 200 hours per year or more, depending on how often they scan. Instead of spending hours manually inspecting every section of the course, you’ll get instant insights that allow for targeted maintenance. This means less time searching for problems and more time fixing them.
  • Is this difficult to implement? What do I need to do?
    Not at all! We handle all the drone flights and data processing, so there’s no extra work on your end. You’ll receive an easy-to-read report with clear insights and recommendations, and we’ll walk you through how to use the data effectively.
  • Will the drones disrupt play or interfere with golfers?
    Not at all. We schedule flights during non-peak hours or maintenance windows to ensure zero disruption to play. The drones operate quickly and efficiently, typically completing a full course scan in an hour, possibly two hours depending on the size.
  • How does this improve my chemical and fertilizer applications?
    By detecting stress zones and problem areas early, you can apply fertilizers, pesticides, and fungicides only where needed, reducing waste and saving on material costs. This targeted approach also minimizes environmental impact and ensures compliance with best practices.
  • What kind of ROI can I expect from this service?
    Our service delivers tangible ROI by saving time, reducing costs, and improving course conditions, making this a no-brainer for golf course management. Here’s how: ⏳ Labor Savings Manual walkthroughs take 4–8 hours per full course inspection. Drone scans can take under two hours, and we handle everything. Biweekly scans can save you upwards of 200 hours annually. 💧 Irrigation Efficiency Pinpoint over- and under-watered areas with thermal imaging. Reduce water waste and optimize irrigation. Achieve up to a 15% reduction in water usage and irrigation costs. 🌱 Chemical and Fertilizer Optimization Target only the areas that need treatment, eliminating over-application. Reduce chemical and fertilizer usage by 15–20% annually. ⚠️ Preventative Repairs Early detection of stress zones prevents costly turf replacement. Proactive maintenance can save upwards of $15,000 annually, depending on your course’s needs. 🏌️ Player Retention & Revenue Growth Consistently maintained courses attract more repeat players & tournaments. Improved turf consistency and player satisfaction directly impact your course’s reputation. Even a 1% increase in repeat play can lead to significant revenue growth. 💰 Total Estimated Annual Savings Depending on the size of your course and maintenance practices, our service can save upwards of $50,000 annually. ✅ The Bottom Line With these savings, the service often pays for itself within the first few months. Plus, you’re enhancing the player experience and boosting your course’s reputation in the process.

Every day without this technology is costing your course time and money.
Don’t let hidden turf issues drain your resources—contact us today and take control of your course’s health and efficiency.

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