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Nelson and Pade, Inc.
PO Box 761
Montello  WI  53949

Tel:  608-297-8708
Fax:  866-815-9734

Email:
info@aquaponics.com

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Equipment Cost:

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In Partnership with
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4-450 2-8x32RAFT Aquaponic System

Description
The 4-450 2-8x32RAFT  is great for a part-time commercial operation.  The 4-fish tanks make staggered fish harvests easy and the large raft tanks provide ample amounts of produce to sell at a farmer's market or via another retail outlet.  The raft system is a proven method of aquaponic growing with a good output of fish and plants. 

Configuration:
The main culture components include 4 - 450 gallon fish tanks, 2 - 8' x 32' 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: 24' x 60'

Production:
Estimated fish production per year: 1904 lbs.
Estimated lettuce production per year:  12,960 without lights / 21,600 with lights

Includes:

  • 4 - 450 gallon fish tanks

  • stands for fish tanks

  • 2 clarifiers

  • stands for clarifiers

  • 2 mineralization tanks

  • stands for mineralization tanks

  • degassing tank

  • water pump

  • sump tank

  • plumbing fittings, adaptors, connectors, etc.

  • aeration system including air pump, tubing and diffusers

  • Liners for 2 - 8' x 32' raft tanks

  • Introduction to Aquaponics Video (DVD)

  • Aquaponic Food Production Book

  • Two year subscription to the Aquaponics Journal

  • Detailed Operation Manual

  • Detailed Assembly Manual

  • 2 hours mail consulting on system installation

Package Cost:
Complete Aquaponic System as described above- $32,795
Complete Aquaponic System plus basic greenhouse package: $45,995*

*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. 

4-450 2-8x32RAFT Optional Equipment:

Description

 

Cost

Heater/Chiller email for pricing
High Intensity Plant Lights email for pricing

Package of approximately 1 years growing supplies

email for pricing
Plant Nursery table email for pricing
Aquaculture Test Kit (9 parameter) $ 360
Dissolved Oxygen Meter $ 1,500
Professional Quality Monitor/Controlled Alarm system $ 5,900
Sensaphone system monitor with auto-dial $ 595
Spare Parts Kit (water pump, air compressor, air stones, etc) email for pricing
Auto Start Generator email for pricing

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