DryJect in operation

Filling the Hopper

 Spot Treating with the DryJect

 

 

 

 

Last Friday, February 14th, we had the opportunity to DryJect a few areas on our putting surfaces.  This machine takes a dry material(sand/soil amendment) and injects it into the soil profile.  This unique process uses high impact water to open a channel, creating a vacuum that pulls the dry material into the soil profile.  The machine is equipped with a high density roller that smooths the surface following the injection.  We took the extra step of brushing off the excess material and rolling the treated areas to provide optimum playing conditions. 

 

The DryJect operation is typically used in the summer months in conjunction with normal aerification.  This ensures proper distribution of topdressing throughout the green and aids in the dilution of thatch.  This spot treatment was scheduled to treat the few areas that needed supplemental soil amendments.  The product we used will increase soil porosity, help in moisture retention and increase the Cation Exchange Capacity(CEC).  The CEC is a measure of the turf's ability to attain and exchange nutrients through the soil.  We have seen some improvements in the growth rate and will continue to encourage recovery.  We will encourage recovery and focus on playability through the remainder of the golfing season. 

 

Thank you for your patience and support.  I look forward to measuring the results of the DryJect operation and determining its place in our agronomic plan.

 

 

Post DryJect/Pre Clean up

Amendment filled Channel