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Plant the Planet<br />
<strong>Growing</strong> <strong>Containers</strong><br />
www.bccab.com
01.<br />
Background<br />
Some claim that the North American Indians were the first container growers in the<br />
world. They put a seed in the throat of a fish, germinated it and let the seedling grow<br />
as long as nutrients and moisture were available in the ”container”.<br />
New types of growing systems evolved over the years, but many systems were yet<br />
limited in performance due to poor container design and limited practical experience.<br />
Paper pots and poly bags were tested and used in the 1930s, plastic bags in the 1950s,<br />
styrofoam containers in the 1970’s, to the wide variety of rigid-walled plastic containers<br />
in use today. Finding the optimal growing container, both from a biological and<br />
economical point of view, is still one of the most important concerns for forest nurseries<br />
of today.<br />
From a global perspective the most popular growing containers today is made of hard<br />
plastic. With the extensive portfolio of rigid-walled plastic containers, <strong>BCC</strong> has become<br />
the natural market leader also in this segment.<br />
It is <strong>BCC</strong>’s objective to remain the market leader in the development of modern and<br />
advanced growing systems through close cooperation with growing/nursery experts<br />
around the world.<br />
3.
02.<br />
Concept<br />
No single growing container design will ever fill the requirements of every grower<br />
worldwide, because of differences in propagation practices, target seedling<br />
requirements and infield conditions.<br />
The result of our long experience within the industry is an extensive product portfolio<br />
of growing containers, each one with special features and characteristics. <strong>BCC</strong> growing<br />
container systems are all designed with the focus on optimizing space utilization, root<br />
system development, high quality plant production and efficient handling from the<br />
nursery to the field.<br />
The <strong>BCC</strong> collection includes multi-cell growing trays, both fixed and single cell systems,<br />
round and square cells, solid wall with ribs, side slit and the Air Cell /AirBock systems<br />
with Active Root Guiding. As the industry is continuously changing with new<br />
requirements <strong>BCC</strong> will continue to develop models in close co-operation with experts<br />
and growers.<br />
5.
03.<br />
Models<br />
The well-known HIKO growing container system is designed specifically for forestry<br />
purposes. Its compact dimension ensures easy handling in the production process.<br />
The Plantek & <strong>BCC</strong> SideSlit containers ensure optimal utilization of the greenhouse<br />
and holding areas. Square cells have a high growing density (cells/m2) and the container<br />
is designed to minimize the risk of root bridging between cells by using the patented<br />
design of staggered side slits.<br />
As a complement to our wide range of growing trays, <strong>BCC</strong> also offers superior growing<br />
solutions to nurseries working with a single cell system. The different <strong>BCC</strong> Single Cell<br />
systems allow for optimizing nursery capacities by consolidation after the germination<br />
and rooting phase and also for increased flexibility to allow for spacing, sorting and<br />
grading.<br />
The design of all <strong>BCC</strong> growing systems reflects the experience and input we have gained<br />
from researchers and nurserymen worldwide. All <strong>BCC</strong> systems are designed to give your<br />
seedlings or cuttings the best possible start in life with a well-developed root system and<br />
rapid infield establishment after planting. All our containers are manufactured using<br />
highest quality plastic raw material with additives, ensuring a long life expectancy.<br />
7.
04.<br />
Quality<br />
The quality of a forestry seedling is determined by out planting performance – both<br />
in initial survival and subsequent growth. Tree seedling survival and growth are directly<br />
related to the ability of the root system to rapidly generate new roots and establish<br />
into the surrounding soil. For this reason forest seedling container features are designed<br />
to encourage the seedling to develop good root systems in the nursery and to protect the<br />
roots until the seedling is planted infield. The motto of containerized forest nurseries<br />
should always remain: “the growing of root crops”.<br />
Some aspects of container design:<br />
• Container size for local conditions and type of species<br />
• <strong>Growing</strong> density for good propagation and economy<br />
• Cell design features to control root growth<br />
• Container and cell design affecting moisture content and temperature of the<br />
growing substrate<br />
9.
04.<br />
Design<br />
<strong>BCC</strong> growing containers have different design features due to the different growing<br />
conditions and climate conditions of our customers. These features are,<br />
nevertheless, representing advanced and modern cell designs integrated in <strong>BCC</strong>’s<br />
growing systems.<br />
Many of our containers share the same outer dimensions (at least in one aspect), which<br />
allows for quick and easy changes in the production process (adjustments to filling and<br />
seeding line). It also ensures the same handling and transport system can be used in the<br />
nursery and out to the field.<br />
Operational Benefits & Key Features<br />
• High quality PP plastic for maximum expected life.<br />
• UV resistent.<br />
• Airblock design for active root guiding.<br />
• Side Slit design for improved aeration.<br />
• Internal root guiding ribs to avoid root spiraling.<br />
• Ventilation holes for air circulation.<br />
• Large bottom drainage holes for drainage.<br />
• Smooth wall surfaces for de-plugging and cleaning.<br />
• Rigidity for better handling and mechanization.<br />
• Designed to be nested and stacked for storage and transport.<br />
• Used growing containers can be recycled.<br />
11.
<strong>Growing</strong> containers<br />
HIKO V-13<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x50<br />
No. cells: 135<br />
Cells/m 2: 1836<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 13<br />
HIKO V-50 SideSlit<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x87<br />
No. cells: 67<br />
Cells/m 2: 881<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 50<br />
HIKO V-120 SideSlit<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x110<br />
No. cells: 40<br />
Cells/m 2: 526<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 120<br />
HIKO V-13 Elevated<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x100<br />
No. cells: 135<br />
Cells/m 2: 1836<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 13<br />
HIKO V-90 AirBlock<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x92<br />
No. cells: 40<br />
Cells/m 2: 526<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 90<br />
HIKO V-150<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x100<br />
No. cells: 24<br />
Cells/m 2: 316<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 150<br />
HIKO V-25<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x85<br />
No. cells: 128<br />
Cells/m 2: 1664<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 25<br />
HIKO V-93<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x87<br />
No. cells: 40<br />
Cells/m 2: 526<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 93<br />
HIKO V-150 SideSlit<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x100<br />
No. cells: 24<br />
Cells/m 2: 316<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 150<br />
Variation of outer dimension +/- 3mm<br />
HIKO V-250<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x160<br />
No. cells: 18<br />
Cells/m 2: 243<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 250<br />
HIKO V-310<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x100<br />
No. cells: 15<br />
Cells/m 2: 198<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 310<br />
HIKO V-530<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x200<br />
No. cells: 15<br />
Cells/m 2: 199<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 530<br />
Variation of outer dimension +/- 3mm<br />
HIKO V-250 SideSlit<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x160<br />
No. cells: 18<br />
Cells/m 2: 243<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 250<br />
HIKO V-350<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x125<br />
No. cells: 15<br />
Cells/m 2: 198<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 350<br />
<strong>BCC</strong> SideSlit 64<br />
LxWxH (mm): 385x385x85<br />
No. cells: 64<br />
Cells/m 2: 432<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 120<br />
HIKO V-265<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x150<br />
No. cells: 28<br />
Cells/m 2: 368<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 265<br />
HIKO V-400<br />
LxWxH (mm): 352x216x150<br />
No. cells: 15<br />
Cells/m 2: 198<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 400<br />
<strong>BCC</strong> SideSlit 81<br />
LxWxH (mm): 385x385x85<br />
No. cells: 81<br />
Cells/m 2: 546<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 100<br />
13.
Plantek 35F<br />
LxWxH (mm): 400x300x130<br />
No. cells: 35<br />
Cells/m 2 : 291<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 275<br />
Plantek 63F<br />
LxWxH (mm): 397x294x90<br />
No. cells: 63<br />
Cells/m 2: 539<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 90<br />
Plantek 81F<br />
LxWxH (mm): 385x385x73<br />
No. cells: 81<br />
Cells/m 2: 549<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 85<br />
Plantek 36F<br />
LxWxH (mm): 385x385x90<br />
No. cells: 36<br />
Cells/m 2: 240<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 230<br />
Plantek 64F<br />
LxWxH (mm): 385x385x73<br />
No. cells: 64<br />
Cells/m 2: 434<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 115<br />
Plantek 81FO<br />
LxWxH (mm): 385x385x73<br />
No. cells: 81<br />
Cells/m 2: 549<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 85<br />
Plantek 49F<br />
LxWxH (mm): 385x385x100<br />
No. cells: 49<br />
Cells/m 2: 330<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 155<br />
Plantek 64FD<br />
LxWxH (mm): 385x385x110<br />
No. cells: 64<br />
Cells/m 2: 434<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 128<br />
Plantek 100F<br />
LxWxH (mm): 385x385x90<br />
No. cells: 100<br />
Cells/m 2: 676<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 81<br />
Plantek 121F<br />
LxWxH (mm): 385x385x73<br />
No. cells: 121<br />
Cells/m 2: 820<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 50<br />
InsertFrame 96<br />
LxWxH (mm): 517x350x110<br />
No. cells: 96<br />
Cells/m 2: 530<br />
Frame for: AirCell 65 & SolidCell 75<br />
Solid Cell 75<br />
Cell volume: 75<br />
Depth: 100<br />
Root guiding<br />
AirCell 65<br />
Cell volume: 65<br />
Depth: 100<br />
SideSlits<br />
Active root guiding<br />
FlexiFrame 77<br />
LxWxH (mm): 567x375x170<br />
No. cells: 77<br />
Cells/m 2: 362<br />
Frame for: SideSlit & Solid cell 150<br />
SideSlit Cell150<br />
Cell volume: 150<br />
Depth: 150<br />
SideSlits<br />
Plantek 256<br />
LxWxH (mm): 380x380x50<br />
No. cells: 256<br />
Cells/m 2: 1600<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 15<br />
Solid Cell150<br />
Cell volume: 150<br />
Depth: 150<br />
Root guiding<br />
FlexiFrame 77 LM<br />
LxWxH (mm): 567x375x120<br />
No. cells: 77<br />
Cells/m 2: 362<br />
Frame for: AirCell 105<br />
Aircell 105<br />
Cell volume: 105<br />
Depth: 100<br />
SideSlits<br />
Active root guiding<br />
Plantek 100<br />
LxWxH (mm): 400x400x50<br />
No. cells: 100<br />
Cells/m 2: 630<br />
Volume/cell (cc) 49<br />
Variation of outer dimension +/- 3mm Variation of outer dimension +/- 3mm<br />
More growing container models available<br />
15.
Address: Profilgatan 15<br />
261 35 Landskrona<br />
Sweden<br />
Telephone: +46 418 449920<br />
Fax: +46 418 449922<br />
E-mail: bcc@bccab.com<br />
www.bccab.com
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