2-450 1-8x32RAFT Aquaponic System

Description
The 2-450 1-8x32RAFT  is a well-balanced system sized for a small commercial operation or for providing food for a community, village or other cluster of people. 

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 2 - 450 gallon fish tanks, 1- 8' x 32' raft tank 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 60'

Production:
Estimated fish production per year: 945 lbs.
Estimated lettuce production per year:  6,912 without lights / 11,520 with lights

Includes:

• 2 - 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

• Liner for 1 - 8' x 32' raft tank

• Introduction to Aquaponics Video (DVD)

• Aquaponic Food Production Book

• Two year subscription to the Aquaponics Journal

• Detailed Operation Manual

• Detailed Assembly Manual

• 2 hours email consulting on system installation

Package Cost:
Complete Aquaponic System as described above- $12,995
Complete Aquaponic System plus basic greenhouse package: $21,895*

*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.