Converting to Hydro

[Rhonda Svoboda]

I am toying with the idea of converting to either semi-hydro or using a self watering system for some of my high demand phal's. From what I've learned, LECA and self-watering irrigation systems are the two basics.
Does anyone currently use either of these? Do they really decrease the amount of time spent watering? I am currently watering almost every day. I used to be able to water all of my orchids, at once, two or three times a week.
However, I've grown my collection and now its getting a bit out of hand. Any recommendations ??
Thanks