Products Expand Universality of the Irrigation, Landscape, and Plumbing Industries
(Austin, Texas) July 2009 – An innovative company announces the patent issuances on two patents for revolutionary products that answer ongoing problems for suppliers, contractors, retailers, and property owners who are often unable to find a replacement lid for their underground access boxes and conduits.As a follow up to 2007’s release of GroundTopper, the first universal fit “6 inch” access box and conduit lid available (which fits all box bodies with openings from 5 ¼ to 7 inches and 6” pipe of all sorts), Grass Act released the GroundTopper Too!, the universal answer for the commercial sides of the irrigation, landscape, outdoor lighting, and various plumbing industries in the Summer of 2008.The GroundTopper Too! is a universal 8” to 10” access box cover that is placed on top of access boxes and conduits for irrigation systems, septic systems, pool valves and skimmers, water supply cutoffs , low voltage lighting, and other uses in larger residential and commercial applications to cover that unsightly and dangerous opening in the ground.
“There are millions of these boxes and conduits in the ground now, with more coming each day.There are easily 3 to 5 percent of these lids that go missing or get damaged each year”, said Gary Salas, President of Grass Act, Inc. and veteran of the landscape and irrigation industries.“Since there are a variety of different producers of these boxes, conduits, and skimmers with proprietary closures on their specific lids, it can be anywhere from difficult to impossible to locate a securely fitting lid to replace the one that is missing on your property or job.GroundTopper and GroundTopper Too! cover the spectrum of all boxes and conduits between 5 ¼” to 10” on the market.Two lids fitting well over 40 choices.We feel that definitely makes everybody’s job easier.”
ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL!IT’S THE UNIVERSAL COVER
For decades, many who have been unsuccessful in their time consuming search for a properly fitting replacement lid have been forced to make the choice of digging out the old access box body and replace the entire unit with a new box and lid, or simply take the risks of injury to people, pets, and property and/or unsightliness that comes with an open hole in the ground or ill fitting lid.Company owners and consumers alike have spent thousands of dollars in labor only to send thousands upon thousands of valve box bodies to our landfills - all of which are non-biodegradable.When digging out these boxes there are many other potential pitfalls besides wasted time, money, and landfill space.The likelihood of damaging wire, valves, and pipe is high, and often results in unexpected costly repairs.
GroundTopper and GroundTopper Too! are the 5 second fix to all of these problems, without digging, continual searching of various sources, and needless clutter in the landfills.There’s no more storage space and inventory problems for suppliers, stores, and contractors; and no more waste of time, fuel, and labor in endless searches for the industry professional and consumer alike!Both products are simple, durable, inexpensive, and produced in the U.S.!
U. S. Patent’s #7540683, #7559717, other patents pending.
In addition to currently being offered in supply houses and retailers in 25 states and Canada (and growing quickly), these products can also be purchased online.Additional information on the GroundTopper and GroundTopper Too! and a copy of this press release can be obtained by calling 512-918-9181 or online at www.GroundTopper.com®. Gary Salas and his company, Grass Act Inc., have specialized in landscape and irrigation systems design and installation in the Austin area since 1994.Salas has successfully expanded the company over the past 15 years, growing and adapting with the products and service requirements of the landscaping and irrigation industries both locally and nationally.The company prides itself on quality work as well as the preservation of natural resources.
Austin-Based Company Follows Up with GroundTopper Too!
New Product Expands Universality of the Irrigation, Landscape, and Plumbing Industries
(Austin, Texas) May 28, 2008 – As a follow up to last summer’s release of the first universal fit “6 inch” valve box lid – the GroundTopper, which fit all box bodies with openings from 5 ¼ to 7 inch and 6” pipe of all sorts – Grass Act has now released the GroundTopper Too!, the universal answer for the commercial sides of the irrigation, landscape, and plumbing industries.The GroundTopper Too! is a universal 8” to 10” valve box cover that is placed on top of valve boxes for irrigation systems, septic systems, pools, water valve cutoffs (among other uses) in larger residential and commercial applications to cover the box opening in the ground.It is simple, durable, and inexpensive.
Gary Salas, President of Grass Act and an industry contacting veteran of 14 years said “After gaining the opinions and feedback from literally thousands of contractors and suppliers from around the country and the world, we’re thrilled to not only bring improvements to our six inch version to market, but also to release the 10 inch version with those ideas incorporated in.Both products are now being made of virgin polypropylene to maintain their flexibility and effectiveness, and a new darker green color was introduced. Both were a direct result of the feedback that we received.Contractors and suppliers are the experts in the field in this industry.Their feedback and show of approval for our product has definitely been the impetus to continue to be trailblazers and standard setters for our niche of the industry.Our deepest gratitude goes out to all of you for your input, compliments, and purchases.We can’t wait for our 10” version to be scrutinized by those that know the field best.We think they’ll approve.”
The GroundTopper Too! is yet another quality product to answer ongoing problems for suppliers, contractors, plumbers, retailers, and property owners who are often unable to find a replacement lid for the one that was eaten up by the lawnmower, carried away by theft or animals, or deteriorated over time due to weather conditions (from sunny, hot summers to icy cold winters).
“There are millions upon millions of these boxes in the ground today, with more coming each day.There are easily 3 to 5 percent of these lids that go missing or get damaged each year”, said Salas.“Since there are a variety of different makers of these boxes with proprietary closures on their specific lids, it can be anywhere from difficult to impossible to locate a properly fitting lid to replace the one that is missing on your property or job.GroundTopper and GroundTopper Too! cover the spectrum of all boxes between 5 ¼” to 10” on the market.Two lids for well over 30 choices.We feel that definitely makes everybody’s job easier.”
ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL!IT’S THE UNIVERSAL COVER
For decades in these industries many who have been unable to locate a properly fitting replacement lid have been forced to dig out the old valve box body and replace the entire unit with a new box and lid.Company owners have spent thousands of dollars in labor only to send countless valve box bodies to our landfills, all of which are non-biodegradable.There are also risks in damaging pipes, wiring and other components of these systems when digging out these boxes.Not having a properly fitting lid, or not replacing these lids can result in ground cave-ins, a dirt covered valve, and injury hazards to people and pets in these areas.GroundTopper and GroundTopper Too! are the 5 second fix to all of these problems, without digging, searching various suppliers to find the specific lid that fits your box, and without needless clutter in the landfills.
Universal, Simple, and Durable.GroundTopper and GroundTopper Too! are the answer to years of frustration by homeowners, facility managers, and industry professionals alike.
In addition to currently being offered in supply houses and retailers in 25 states and Canada (and growing quickly), these products can also be purchased online.Additional information on the GroundTopper and GroundTopper Too! can be obtained by calling 512-918-9181 or online at www.groundtopper.com.
Gary Salas and his company, Grass Act, have specialized in landscape and irrigation systems design and installation in the Austin area since 1994.Salas has successfully expanded the company over the past 14 years, growing and adapting with the products and service requirements of the landscaping and irrigation industries both locally and nationally.The company prides itself on quality work as well as the preservation of natural resources.
Austin-Based Company Creates the "Ground Topper"
Little Product Offers Big Solution for Irrigation and Landscape Industries
The universal valve box cover fits any 6"-7" valve box, hassle free
(Austin, Texas) July 24, 2007 - A little company in Austin, Texas called Grass Act has created a little product that offers a big – and universal – solution for the irrigation and landscape industries. The "Ground Topper" is a universal 6" valve box cover that is placed on top of valve boxes for irrigation systems, septic systems, pools, and homeowner water valve cutoffs to cover the opening in the ground. It is simple, durable, and inexpensive.
The "Ground Topper" is the answer to an ongoing problem for suppliers, contractors, plumbers, and professional and home landscapers who are too often unable to find a valve box lid to replace the one that got eaten up by the lawnmower or the dog, deteriorated over time due to weather conditions (from sunny, hot summers to icy cold winters), or stolen by someone who couldn’t find one for their own yard anywhere else. It’s that little plastic green circle in your yard.
"Many irrigation systems can last up to 20 years or more, but valve box covers often need replacing every few years," said Grass Act President Gary Salas. "Since they are so hard to find – there are a wide variety of types and sizes – many people just don’t replace the lid, which can result in a ground cave-in, a dirt-covered valve, and a hazard to family or guests playing or walking in the yard."
ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL – IT’S THE UNIVERSAL COVER
The beauty of the "Ground Topper" is that it is universal, simple and durable.
Universal – As any landscape professional, plumber, supplier, or yard or pool contractor knows, it’s very difficult to locate the right valve box lid to fit the right box. The one-size-fits-all "Ground Topper" is the one valve box cover that is made to fit any and all of the many brands of 6" boxes, new or old.
Simple – Just twist and pull. This product fits any 5 1/4"-7" valve box on the market or in the ground – saving the time, cost, and hassle of searching for the right valve box top or replacing the whole valve box.
Durable and flexible – It’s made from polypropylene, which is extremely durable and weather-resistant. It is also very flexible for ease of lifting the device off or placing the device on the valve box.
The "Ground Topper" can be ordered by calling 512-918-9181 or online at www.groundtopper.com.
About Gary Salas and Grass Act
: Gary Salas and his company, Grass Act, have specialized in landscape and irrigation systems design and installation in the Austin area since 1994. Salas has successfully expanded the company over the past 13 years, growing and adapting with the products and service requirements of the landscaping and irrigation industries both locally and nationally. The company prides itself on quality work as well as the preservation of natural resources.
Patents US7,540,683/US7,559,717 - Patents Pending - Grass Act Inc.
