What is a Dramm water breaker and how is it different from a standard hose nozzle?
A water breaker breaks the water stream into hundreds of small, low-velocity droplets that saturate the root zone without disturbing soil or damaging fragile transplants. Unlike a standard spray nozzle, which concentrates pressure into a jet or cone, the Dramm 400AL and its variants deliver high volume at low pressure — a critical combination for overhead watering in greenhouse and nursery production. A.M. Leonard stocks aluminum water breakers in full-volume and potted-plant configurations.
Which Dramm watering wand is best for commercial greenhouse use?
The Dramm Handi-Reach aluminum wands — available in 24-inch, 36-inch, and 48-inch lengths — are the standard choice in commercial production because the all-aluminum construction holds up to daily use without the flex and fatigue you get from plastic wands. The Colormark series adds a shut-off valve and color coding for crew management. For hanging basket work specifically, the 36-inch Touch N Flow Pro hanging basket wand lets you water overhead containers without a ladder. All are in stock at A.M. Leonard.
Are Dramm shutoff valves compatible with standard 3/4-inch garden hose fittings?
Yes. Dramm shutoff valves — including the Touch N Flow and One-Touch models — use standard 3/4-inch GHT (garden hose thread) fittings and connect directly to any standard hose or wand without adapters. The Touch N Flow uses a lever-style valve that can be operated one-handed mid-task, while the One-Touch uses a push-button design. Both are brass-bodied and rated for commercial irrigation pressure.
Where are Dramm products manufactured?
Dramm is based in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, and manufactures its core watering tools — including the aluminum water breakers, wands, and valves — in the United States. The company has been producing professional horticulture watering equipment domestically since its founding in the 1940s, which contributes to the consistent quality and availability of replacement parts that commercial operations depend on.
What do Dramm environmental thermostats control, and which model is right for my greenhouse?
Dramm environmental thermostats control heating and cooling equipment — fans, heaters, ventilation — based on greenhouse air temperature. The Single Stage model operates one device (heating or cooling) and suits smaller or simpler structures. The Two Stage model manages heating and cooling independently on separate circuits, making it the correct choice for year-round production houses where both systems run in the same structure. A.M. Leonard stocks both; if you are unsure which stage count your system requires, the product pages include wiring diagrams.
