For grounds and property maintenance crews, watering can become a major part of the daily routine, especially when new sod, trees, and landscaping are being established. At an apartment or townhome community, golf course, or city park, the work can stretch across an entire property, with crews moving from one area to the next throughout the day.
The swivel is where the fluid passes and one of the hardest-working parts of any reel. Here’s why the seal inside it matters, and the easiest way to choose the right one. On a fluid reel, the swivel allows the reel to rotate while staying connected to the supply line. Every drop of water, air, oil, fuel, or chemical passes through it. Inside the swivel is a seal, and that seal is the component most responsible for keeping the reel operating leak-free. Choose the right seal for the application, and the reel can provide years of reliable service. Choose the wrong one, and leaks, pressure loss, and premature wear are often the result.