The Challenge

David won two new contracts to expand the reach of his regional greenhouse facili- ty, but he knew he would have to expand his production, as well. In order to control labor costs, while simultaneously increas- ing the square footage of his growing area without sacrificing quality, David decided to build a new flood floor equipped green- house.

The BioTherm Solution

BioTherm installed a pump and drain system to work in concert with a engi- neered concrete floor. The system is designed with precision in mind, providing greater control of nutrient uptake, water- ing time and preventing overwatering. With up to a 95% reduction in labor costs, a flood floor equipped greenhouse can be operated by just one technician spanning multiple acres.

How It Works

BioTherm uses a number of pumps in tandem with fill/drain valves to uniformly irrigate the shallow pan of the greenhouse flood-floor in five or six-minute cycles. Recycling the irrigation water prevents the waste of expensive nutrients and conserves water.