2026 Equip Expo Irrigation Sessions 

The Irrigation Association will be presenting six one-hour sessions Oct. 22-23 at the Equip Exposition in Louisville, Kentucky, as part of the Irrigation track of the Landscape Contractor Education program. Sessions cost $99 each. You can register directly with Equip Exposition. IA members get 50% off Equip Expo tradeshow registration when preregistering online and using the code “VIP592” at checkout. Register by the Sept. 10 early bird deadline for only $15. 

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Unlocking Profits: How to Break Into the Irrigation Business | 0.25 CEU

Thursday, Oct. 22 | 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Tap into a booming industry! Learn how adding irrigation services can boost your revenue, attract more clients, and set your business apart.
Moderator | Kevin Battistoni – Hunter Industries, Inc.
Panelists | TBD
Cost | $99

Inside the System: A Deep Dive into the Anatomy of Irrigation | 1 CEU

Thursday, Oct. 22 | 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Know what makes it work! Get a complete breakdown of the essential components in an irrigation system—how they function, how they fit together, and why they matter. 
Presenter | Shawn Sandink, CIC, CLIA, CID – SiteOne Landscape Supply
Cost | $99

Irrigation Repair Made Easy: Fundamentals Every Contractor Should Know | 1 CEU

Thursday, Oct. 22 | 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

Fix it fast, fix it right! Master the essential repair skills that will keep your customers coming back and your business growing. 
Presenter |Rick Hall, CIC, CID, CLIA – K-Rain Manufacturing Corp.
Cost | $99

Water Like a Pro: Irrigation Scheduling Strategies for Maximum Efficiency | 1 CEU

Thursday, Oct. 22 | 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Smarter scheduling, healthier landscapes! Discover how to optimize watering schedules to conserve water, improve plant health, and boost your bottom line. 
Presenter | Kevin Battistoni – Hunter Industries, Inc.
Cost | $99

Power Up Your Skills: Electrical Troubleshooting for Irrigation Pros| 1 CEU

Friday, Oct. 23 | 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Say goodbye to guesswork! Get hands-on strategies for diagnosing and fixing electrical issues in irrigation systems like a pro. 
Presenter | Rick Hall, CIC, CID, CLIA – K-Rain Manufacturing Corp.
Cost | $99

Mastering Irrigation Controllers: The Key to Efficiency & Profitability| 1 CEU

Friday, Oct. 23 | 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Take control of water management! Learn the fundamentals of programming and troubleshooting irrigation controllers to save time and maximize results. 
Presenter | Shawn Sandink, CIC, CLIA, CID – SiteOne Landscape Supply
Cost | $99