Projects include intelligent golf-course systems in Florida, landscape irrigation plans for Brazil’s stadiums, and eco-city water management in Dubai.
Built the original impact sprinkler honored as a historical engineering landmark and remain a pioneer in dripline, pumps, smart controllers, and timers.
Named after a Native American legend of a rain-bringing bird, inspired by its first sprinkler’s graceful arc.
Culture + Values
Quality
Ethical and honest behavior
Environmental stewardship
Continuous improvement
Innovation and entrepreneurial behavior
Customer service and customer orientation
Productivity, positivity and safety
Personal development and growth
Results orientation
Community involvement
Environment + Sustainability
Committed to operating with environmental stewardship while developing products, services, and education promoting The Intelligent Use of Water™.
Utilizes water-conserving technologies in products, including pressure regulation, drip irrigation, check valves, reclaimed compatibility, VFD pump stations, weather-based irrigation, root watering systems, high-efficiency nozzles, leak detection, and auto shutoff.
Top corporate goals include increasing recycled content in products and packaging.
Aims to reduce material, energy, and water usage in facilities and distribution network per unit output.
Invests in facility improvements such as efficient lighting, water systems, and high-efficiency equipment.
Partners with customers to provide design tools and education for Intelligent Use of Water™ practices.
Provides research quantifying the benefits of water-efficient technologies.
Inclusion & Diversity
Use NBRI’s statistical methods (linear regression, random forest) to drive continuous improvement in employee experience
No publicly disclosed gender diversity statistics or specific DEI goals
The company was established in Southern California, marking the beginning of its innovative journey in irrigation technology.
450+ Patents
Innovation Record
The company holds over 450 patents, showcasing its leadership in irrigation technology and product development.
4,000+ Products
Product Portfolio
The company offers a diverse range of irrigation solutions, with over 4,000 products available globally.
500,000 Gallons Annually
Water Saved Through Donations
Donations of water-conserving products to schools, community gardens, food banks, and upgraded irrigation systems save up to 500,000 gallons of water per year.
30% filled
Internal Hiring Rate
Approximately 30% of open positions are filled by internal employees, showcasing a strong preference for promoting from within.
8th consecutive year
NBRI Recognition
Recognized for the 8th consecutive year in NBRI Circle of Excellence for employee engagement in 2024, highlighting sustained commitment to workplace satisfaction.
130+ Countries
Global Reach
The company distributes its products and solutions in over 130 countries worldwide.
80% participation
Engagement Survey Participation
Over 80% of employees participated in the annual engagement survey, indicating high levels of employee involvement and interest in company culture.