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1-110 2-2x8RAFT
Aquaponic System
 Description
The 1-110 2-2x8RAFT
is a great system for hobby, education or home food
production. The plants are grown in the connected raft
tank, a popular method of soilless plant production.
The raft system is a proven method of aquaponic growing
with a good output of fish and plants.
Configuration:
The main culture components include 1 - 110 gallon fish
tank, 2- 2' x 8' raft tanks for growing plants and a
carefully designed filtration system that creates a healthy
environment for the plants, fish and beneficial bacteria.
Approximate
footprint: 12' x 24'
Production:
Estimated fish production per year: 114 lbs.
Estimated lettuce production per year: 864 without
lights / 1,440 with lights
Includes:
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1 - 250
gallon fish tank
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stand for
fish tank
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1 clarifier
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stand for
clarifier
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2
mineralization tanks
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stands for
mineralization tanks
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degassing
tank
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water pump
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sump tank
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plumbing
fittings, adaptors, connectors, etc.
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aeration
system including air pump, tubing and diffusers
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2 - 2' x 8'
fiberglass raft tanks
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Introduction
to Aquaponics Video (DVD)
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Aquaponic
Food Production Book
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Two year
subscription to the Aquaponics Journal
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Detailed
Operation Manual
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Detailed
Assembly Manual
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2 hours
email consulting on system installation
Package Cost:
Complete Aquaponic System as described above- $3095
Complete Aquaponic System plus basic greenhouse package:
$7395*
*This is for a
typical greenhouse in a warm or moderate climate.
Prices will vary for colder climates or special needs.
Skills and
tools required to for assembly:
You will need to drill holes, glue PVC and cut pipe and
lumber .
Electrical
and water requirements:
You need a continuous
supply of electricity and a source of fresh, de-chlorinated
water.
Not included:
Cost does not include optional equipment, freight,
installation or sales tax. Some materials, such as
lumber, cement blocks, PVC glue, lengths of PVC pipe need to
be purchased locally.
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