Baseline

Acquired

Overview

Baseline is a smart irrigation control company that specializes in sensor-based irrigation management systems. The company manufactures patented soil moisture sensors, two-wire technology devices, and intelligent irrigation controllers designed to optimize water usage and reduce landscape maintenance costs. Baseline operates as a subsidiary of HydroPoint Data Systems following its acquisition in 2016, but continues to maintain independent operations and product development focused on complex irrigation sites.

History

Baseline was founded in 1998 by a team combining high-tech industry engineers and agricultural veterans to deliver a simplified approach to irrigation management. The company developed proprietary soil moisture sensor technology and two-wire protocols that became industry standards for intelligent irrigation control. In June 2016, HydroPoint Data Systems acquired Baseline to combine its WeatherTRAK weather-based technology with Baseline's sensor expertise. Following the acquisition, HydroPoint committed to investing in Baseline's Boise operations and product line while allowing the company to continue operating independently.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Soil Moisture Sensors	Real-time soil condition monitoring for precision irrigation	$200 - $800
Smart Irrigation Controllers	Cloud-managed central and remote-control platforms	$1,500 - $5,000
Two-Wire Protocol Devices	Simplified sensor communication and device networking	$300 - $1,200
Weather-Based Watering Systems	Automated adjustment based on environmental conditions	$2,000 - $6,000

Manufacturing

Baseline manufactures its proprietary soil moisture sensors and control devices, with production centered in Boise, Idaho. The company utilizes in-house engineering and manufacturing capabilities to maintain quality control over its patented two-wire technology and sensor products.

Notable Products

Baseline Soil Moisture Sensors - Patented sensors that provide real-time soil moisture data to optimize irrigation scheduling and reduce water waste
Baseline Smart Controllers - Intelligent irrigation control systems with cloud management capabilities for complex landscape sites
Two-Wire Technology Platform - Proprietary communication protocol enabling simplified sensor integration and device networking
Weather-Based Watering System - Automated system that adjusts irrigation schedules based on real-time weather data and soil conditions

Reputation

Baseline is recognized by landscape professionals and irrigation specialists for its engineering-focused approach and reliable sensor technology. The company is respected for producing high-quality, user-friendly products that effectively reduce water consumption on complex sites. Industry recognition includes positioning among major smart irrigation players alongside larger competitors like The Toro Company and Rain Bird. Some users note that Baseline's products command premium pricing relative to basic controllers, though this is justified by the advanced sensor capabilities and water savings achieved.

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