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4-250 2-8x22RAFT Aquaponic System
 Description
The 4-250 2-8x22RAFT
is great for home food production or even a part-time
commercial operation. The 4-fish tanks make staggered
fish harvests easy and the large raft tanks
is ideal for home food
production, with ample amounts of extra produce to sell at a
farmer's market.
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 4 - 250 gallon fish
tanks, 2- 8' x 22' 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: 1,038 lbs.
Estimated lettuce production per year: 8,640 without
lights / 14,400 with lights
Includes:
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4 - 250
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 22' 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
phone or email consulting on system installation
Package Cost:
Complete Aquaponic System as described above- $14,995
Complete Aquaponic System plus basic greenhouse package:
$23,895*
*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.
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