Feeding the need

Take a look at some of the newer fertilizer injector products available on today’s market.

Assembled Injector Systems
The pitch: H.E. Anderson’s Assembled Ratio:Feeder Injector Systems include all necessary components along with pipe and fittings so injectors can work right out of the box.

  • Exact injection that does not degrade over time
  • Thorough mixing
  • Positive displacement and volume proportional
  • Completely automatic
  • Fine filter not required
  • Adjustable feed without recalibration

For more: H.E. Anderson, www.heanderson.com


Dosatron 40 GPM – D8RE2
The pitch: The D8RE2 - 40 GPM fertilizer injector has a polypropylene housing and can easily inject fertilizers, pesticides and caustic chemicals with a flow rate of 2.2 to 40 GPM, an injection ratio of 1:500 to 1:50, and a pressure range of 2 to 110 psi. The injector includes mounting bracket, suction hose, weighted strainer and operating manual. Optional bypass is available. It is recommended to install a 200 mesh filter such as the AKF5AP40-A in front of the injector.

  • Improved chemical resistant housing
  • Enhanced UV resistance
  • Allows injection of corrosive chemicals
  • Easy-to-adjust injection rates
  • Easy-to read graduated scales
  • 1 ½-inch NPT inlet/outlet

For more: Dosatron International, www.dosatronusa.com


Mini Maintenance Kits
The pitch: Dosatron International Mini Maintenance Kits for fertilizer and chemical injectors were designed to be an economical solution for the user and grower who performs maintenance on a regular schedule. The kits include recommended maintenance parts, Dosa-Klean, and a new product — Dosa-Lube — and were created for the 11, 14, 20, 40, and 100 GPM injectors.

  • No scrubbing needed when using Dosa-Klean
  • Dosa-Lube silicone lubricates static seals and o-rings while changing recommended maintenance parts
  • Kits can be used as often as necessary

For more: Dosatron Int’l., www.dosatronusa.com


Non-Electric Injector

The pitch: SuperDos operates without electricity to precisely inject liquid concentrates into a water supply line using fluid flow as the power source. It is designed with a patented internal mixing chamber that promotes homogeneous mixing while segregating harsh chemicals from critical internal components.

  • Up to 45 GPM capacity
  • Patented chemical mixing chamber
  • Suited for wettable powders and liquid chemicals
  • Highly aggressive, chemical-resistant models available
  • Diesel fuel-friendly models available

For more: Hydro Systems, www.hydrosystemsco.com


Air supply

Highlighting a couple of the latest ventilation products available for greenhouse growers.

Multifan V-FloFan
The pitch: With the Multifan V-FloFan, Vostermans Ventilation offers growers the opportunity to reduce humidity in a simple and energy-efficient way. The vertical and horizontal airflows result in an active microclimate on crop level. 

  • Optimal vertical airflow via an aerodynamic outflow hood 
  • Outflow hood is adjustable in height
  • Reduced number of fans per surface area compared to similar systems

For more: Vostermans Ventilation, www.vostermansusa.com


Slantwall Exhaust Fans

The pitch: New to Schaefer is its line of aluminum slantwall exhaust fans. Available in 24- to 54-inch sizes, the fans feature a corrosion-resistant, heavy-gauge, all-aluminum design.

  • Optimal energy efficiency for low operating costs
  • Enclosed motors and sealed bearings for low maintenance
  • Equipped with OSHA-approved guards on front and back
  • Slanted housing protects the motor and fan from weather
  • Quick and easy installation

For more: Schaefer Ventilation Equipment, www.schaeferfan.com

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