Drip Crimp Introduces Simple Irrigation System Solution Designed To Permanently Eliminate Bursting Emitters And Water Waste
New product launches June 16th on Kickstarter and offers an effective way for homeowners and property managers to save time and money while conserving water
PHOENIX, June 10, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Homeowners and property managers plagued by the recurring problem of broken, bursting drip emitters have a simple, low-cost solution thanks to the introduction of Drip Crimp – the first patented, commercial-grade hand tool and copper ring designed to permanently secure drip irrigation emitters to plastic drip lines in order to prevent water waste. The product officially launches June 16, 2015 on Kickstarter, where Drip Crimp inventor and founder Beau Ralphs aims to raise $10,000 by July 16, 2015 in order to cover product die costs before kicking off production this summer.
Drip irrigation systems are highly prone to breakage, resulting in a vicious cycle of wasted water, time, and money. The problem begins as soon as the barbed ends of emitters are inserted into polymer drip lines, compromising the integrity of the plastic and making the lines more susceptible to damage. Drip Crimp utilizes a copper ring that encapsulates the bulge in the 1/4" poly drip line that the emitter barb makes when inserted, permanently securing it to the drip line. The copper material used in the Drip Crimp shields the line from ultra violet rays and corrosive elements, extending the life of the system and eliminating the need to constantly cut and re-insert emitters. Drip Crimp takes only a few minutes to install and supports both existing systems with aged lines and new systems.
Customers can opt to purchase one of three Drip Crimp sets – the Dripper, the Geyser, or the Crimper Pro (each containing a hand tool and varying quantities of copper rings). In addition, a Drip Crimp Business Builder Kit (containing extra product quantities, brochures and t-shirt) is also offered as an option for those who wish to take Drip Crimp "door-to-door" as a business venture. Drip Crimp Kickstarter backers will receive their sets at a reduced introductory price.
"I've personally struggled with bursting emitters and high water bills for years and knew that there had to be a better fix to this recurring problem; especially during a time when many states are experiencing record drought," says Drip Crimp inventor and CEO Beau Ralphs.
"We've come up with a simple, low-cost, permanent solution and we see Kickstarter as the perfect vehicle to launch Drip Crimp and help customers across the country save time and money while eliminating the problem of needless water waste," adds Ralphs.
Broken drip emitters result in millions of gallons of wasted water a year. A study by Arizona State University Engineering Projects in Community Service (EPICS) found that just two broken emitters are estimated to waste more than 100 gallons of water per hour.
About Drip Crimp
Drip Crimp offers the first patented, commercial-grade hand tool and copper ring designed to permanently attach drip irrigation emitters to plastic drip lines – preventing emitters from repeatedly bursting and reducing costly water waste. The company is based in Phoenix, Ariz. Learn more at www.dripcrimp.com
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