Sub-Irrigation Flood Floor Systems

Provide even irrigation & reduce labor with Flood Floor systems

Flood & Cascade Floor Systems

Smarter sub-irrigation for better growth.

BioTherm specializes in designing and installing flood and cascade floor systems that revolutionize irrigation. These systems improve crop quality, ensure uniform growth, and increase production efficiency—saving you time, reducing labor costs, and cutting water waste. Say goodbye to hand watering and hello to precision irrigation designed for modern growers.

The problem with hand watering

Hand watering is time-intensive, inconsistent, and costly. It often results in uneven watering, missed areas, and wasted water—all while driving up labor costs and reducing overall efficiency.

The BioTherm advantage

BioTherm’s flood and cascade floor systems deliver even watering and fertilizer directly to the root zone. Designed for precision and reliability, these systems minimize labor needs, reduce water usage, and create the perfect environment for uniform, high-quality growth.

Sub-Irrigation Systems

Flood Floors

Most commonly used in a facility with no aisles, leaving the entire area for plants. Floor heat is installed to provide rapid drying of the floor surface when the water is drained and to provide an ideal rootzone temperature. The finished floor slopes about ½ to ¾ inch from the post line to the center of the bay. A quick responding irrigation cycle time is critical to greater control of nutrient uptake and prevents oversoaking.

Cascade Floor

BioTherm’s Cascade Floor irrigation systems create a thin sheet of water that flows evenly down an imperceptible slope from ridge to drain, uniformly distributing moisture for a homogenous crop. Our Flood Floor and Cascade Floor systems save water, energy, fertilizer and reduce labor costs by up to 95%

Benefits of Flood & Cascade Floors

Our systems not only support plant health but also reduce energy costs and enhance operational efficiency.

Water & fertilizer usage decrease at least 50%

Irrigating the root zone with water and fertilizer ensures the plant is getting everything it needs in one cycle. No over or under-watering here!

Optimized Area of Grow Space

By controlling the irrigation cycle within a zone, you’re able to reduce the amount of water and fertilizer used. Both can also be recycled.

Labor input is reduced

Maximize your greenhouse to its fullest potential by utilizing mechanical equipment efficiently.

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How our Sub-Irrigation Systems Work

Sub-irrigation systems efficiently water plants from below, utilizing a water reservoir to deliver moisture directly to the roots. This method ensures even distribution, reduces water waste, and minimizes evaporation. Plants draw water as needed, promoting healthier growth and reducing the risk of overwatering.

 

Why Work
With BioTherm?

Proven industry leadership

For over 44 years, BioTherm has pioneered advanced greenhouse technologies. Our extensive expertise ensures each system is precisely tailored to optimize your agricultural operations.

Award-winning innovation

Our Roll’N Grow system, a 2022 finalist for Greenhouse Grower’s Technology of the Year, exemplifies our commitment to setting industry benchmarks for efficiency and performance.

Expert-endorsed solutions

Recognized in the Ball Redbook’s Crop Culture and Production Guidelines, BioTherm’s solutions come highly recommended for their effectiveness in improving heating and sub-irrigation practices.

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