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Why Our Hide-Drant Is a Game Changer for Contractors, Campgrounds, and Nurseries Installing Sanitary Hydrants

Why Our Hide-Drant Is a Game Changer for Contractors, Campgrounds, and Nurseries Installing Sanitary Hydrants

When your job requires code-compliant, frost-proof water access—whether it’s for a commercial site, campground, or nursery—you need a solution that’s smart, sanitary, and simple to maintain. That’s exactly what the Merrill Hide-Drant Series delivers.

This isn’t your average yard hydrant. The Hide-Drant is fully removable, state-certified for sanitary use, and engineered for the real-world challenges contractors, growers, and site managers face every day.

 


Engineered for Tough Job Sites
From installation to winterization, the Hide-Drant was designed with contractor efficiency in mind. Its removable stand pipe means you can:
  • Remove or reinstall the hydrant in seconds
  • Easily drain the system to prevent freezing
  • Perform quick repairs—without excavation
With just a few turns, the hydrant is out. No tools. No downtime.
Hide-Drant® Curved Yard Hydrant – Concealed Frost-Proof Water Access for Landscapes

Approved for Sanitary Use
If you’re working in a state that requires sanitary hydrants—Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, or Wisconsin—you’re covered. The Hide-Drant is officially approved and designed to meet stringent code requirements for safe drinking water access. It’s also California Certified No-Lead, making it an ideal fit for a wide range of applications.
💧 One moving part = fewer headaches. The bottom stop valve is stainless steel, repairable, and automatically seals on reinstall—simplifying inspections and reducing future maintenance.

Perfect for Campgrounds and Public Spaces
While the Hide-Drant is a top performer on construction sites, it’s also ideal for locations like campgrounds, parks, RV pads, and public recreation areas.
Why? Because it:
  • Prevents standing water—remove the pipe to drain
  • Keeps the system sanitary between uses
  • Withstands four seasons of exposure
  • Can be mowed over or removed entirely when not needed
Whether you manage a campground or contract installs for a city park, the Hide-Drant gives you clean, reliable water access—without compromising code compliance or convenience.
Hide-Drant® Curved Yard Hydrant – Concealed Frost-Proof Water Access for Landscapes

A Big Win for Nurseries and Growers

The Hide-Drant’s flexibility makes it a game changer for plant nurseries. With multiple bottom cases installed across your property, you can move just one or two inside assemblies between them—watering different rows or sections without buying a full hydrant for each location.

And with its high flow rate, you can attach a sprinkler head directly to the outlet ball valve to throw a big, even arc—perfect for covering large groups of plants or trees quickly and efficiently.

💧For many growers, the Hide-Drant is just as valuable as it is in sanitary installations—and can pay for itself by reducing equipment costs while boosting watering efficiency.


Features That Set It Apart
  • Removable Stand Pipe – Drain and detach without unearthing the system
  • Repairable Stainless Steel Stop Valve – Long life, low maintenance
  • Interchangeable Bottom Cases – Available in PVC or stainless steel
  • No Built-in Drain Required – Making it truly frost-proof when removed
  • Easy Outlet Adjustment – Rotate hydrant head by hand—no tools needed
  • Flow Rates up to 24 GPM @ 80 PSI – High output for fast fill-ups

Available Configurations
Choose from multiple models and materials to suit your project:
  • Standard Hydrant Models – PVC, galvanized, and stainless steel
  • Straight Stand Pipes – For irrigation or direct water access
  • Bottom Case Only Options – Ideal for repairs or upgrades
  • 1’ to 8’ Bury Depths – Based on regional frost lines
Every unit includes heavy-duty parts and premium components tested for durability in all weather conditions.

Helpful Resources for Contractors & Installers
👉 Download the Full Hide-Drant Product Brochure (PDF)
👉 Check our other yard hydrants- Download Tree Selection

One Hydrant. Endless Possibilities.
Whether you’re installing for a commercial project, a campsite, or a community park, the Hide-Drant is your go-to hydrant for code-compliance, reliability, and simplicity.
💬 “Built to meet regulations. Engineered to exceed expectations.”

Need help finding the right size or model?
Contact us at merrillmfg.com or call (800) 831-6962 to talk with a product expert.

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