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4-950 4-8x44RAFT Aquaponic System
 Description
The 4-950 4-8x44RAFT
is recommended for a commercial venture.
It can also be used to provide fresh fish and vegetables for a village or community.
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 - 950 gallon fish
tanks, 2 - 8' x 44' 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 130'
Production:
Estimated fish production per year: 4,022 lbs.
Estimated lettuce production per year: 34,560 without
lights / 57,600 with lights
Includes:
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4 - 950
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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Liners for 2
- 8' x 44' 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- $50,595
Complete Aquaponic System plus basic greenhouse package:
$90,595*
*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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