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2-450 1-RAFT+NFT
Aquaponic System
 Description
The 2-450 1-RAFT+NFT
is a hybrid system that utilizes both the RAFT and NFT
methods. The raft tank is used for growing plants and provides the large bio-filter
and the NFT increases the total number of plants that can be
grown.
Some of the plants are grown in the connected raft
tank and the balance are grown in the NFT channels.
Configuration:
The main culture components include 2 - 450 gallon fish
tanks, 1- 8' x 32' raft tank and 1-8'x12' NFT area for growing plants and a
carefully designed filtration system that creates a healthy
environment for the plants, fish and beneficial bacteria.
Approximate
footprint: 18' x 72'
Production:
Estimated fish production per year: 945 lbs.
Estimated lettuce production per year: 9,072 without
lights / 15,1200 with lights
Includes:
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2 - 450
gallon fish tanks
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stands for
fish tanks
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2 clarifiers
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stands for
clarifiers
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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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Liner for 1
- 8' x 32' raft tank
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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- $15,395
Complete Aquaponic System plus basic greenhouse package:
$27,395*
*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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