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HDCochran 08-22-2009 10:16 AM

Equipment Failures
 
My first summer in 12x12 greenhouse with 60% shadecloth and I'm having real trouble with temperature and humidity control equipment. The following have all failed this summer: 1) exhaust fan, 2) 150 psi misting pump, 3) transformer for electrostatic fogger, and 4) temperature/humidity transmitter. I would really welcome recommendations for reliable replacements for these items.

Gin 08-22-2009 05:26 PM

I wonder if there is an electrical problem in the green house causing the trouble if all the equipment mentioned is electrical :scratchhead: .. Gin

HDCochran 08-22-2009 06:38 PM

Gin, thanks for the idea, but the problems with the pump and the fan were mechanical. I think the components I bought (from GH suppliers) couldn't handle the 75-85% RH, often higher in early AM.

lambelkip 08-22-2009 07:03 PM

75-85% or higher? have you thought about lowering the humidity? most orchids will do fine at 60-65%, and it's a lot easier on the equipment.

dounoharm 08-22-2009 08:23 PM

try farmtek they are very good with equipment....mine is running on its 3rd year and all is well, tho i have backups if things go south....


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