Visitors to Stand 550 at BTME 2026 will be welcomed by KAR UK, joined by the expert team from Hunter Irrigation.
The showcase will be built around innovation, efficiency, and practical support for today’s greenkeepers and course managers.
With an abundance of turf irrigation expertise in one place, the stand will be a must-visit for anyone responsible for maintaining healthy, high-performing golf surfaces.
This year, the spotlight will fall on two major areas of Hunter’s golf portfolio: the Pilot® Network Control System and the TTS-800 Series of golf rotors – widely recognised within the industry as the GT range.
TTS-800 / GT Series Rotors: Water Efficiency Meets Performance
Alongside Pilot, KAR UK and Hunter will also highlight the TTS-800 Series, commonly known in golf as the GT rotors.
Engineered specifically for golf course performance, these rotors combine exceptional durability with some of the most precise, water-efficient irrigation available.
The GT range is built around Hunter’s signature Total-Top-Service (TTS) design, enabling every internal component to be accessed from above ground.
This dramatically reduces maintenance time, eliminates unnecessary digging, and keeps surfaces playable and presentable.
From an irrigation standpoint, the rotors deliver uniform water distribution, impressive throw performance, and highly efficient nozzle options that help clubs achieve the same turf quality with less water applied.
For courses upgrading older or inconsistent irrigation heads, GT rotors offer a step change in both reliability and water savings.
Smarter Control with Hunter Pilot
Hunter’s Pilot Network Control System is built around the idea that the best irrigation technology should make life easier, not more complicated.
From installation to day-to-day operation, the Pilot system is designed to provide maximum reliability with minimum fuss.
Courses can choose between conventional or integrated hub configurations, allowing the system to be built around existing infrastructure or deployed as a completely modern, centralised control network.
Pilot hardware can work independently or be linked seamlessly into Pilot Central Control Software, giving clubs the flexibility to upgrade at their own pace.
The software itself has become one of the standout features of the system.
Pilot Central Control balances irrigation run times with both water and electrical supply to ensure the most efficient cycles possible – an increasingly important capability as golf clubs look to reduce costs, conserve water, and remain environmentally responsible.
For periods when precision takes priority over pump-station efficiency, such as grow-in or overseeding, Pilot’s controller-based programming provides simple, localised control.
The latest addition to the system, the Pilot Navigator mobile app, takes flexibility even further. Putting the full power of Pilot Command Centre Software directly into a smartphone, the app allows greenkeepers to make quick adjustments, trigger irrigation, and manage key settings remotely and intuitively.
With customisable features and real-time visibility, it enables users to save time, conserve water, and stay fully in control of their course – whether they’re on-site, on the move, or responding to changing conditions across the site.
Whether you’re planning a system upgrade, replacing components, or simply looking for better ways to manage water, the combined expertise of KAR UK and Hunter Irrigation will ensure every visitor receives clear, practical advice tailored to their course.
For greenkeepers and course managers facing the growing pressure of water management and system efficiency, there’s no better place at BTME 2026 to explore smarter, more sustainable irrigation solutions.
Visit Stand 550 to see the technology first-hand, meet the specialists, and discover how Hunter’s golf-specific innovations can support your plans for the season ahead.
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