1-40 1-2.5x2.5RAFT Aquaponic System

Description
The 1-40 1-2.5x2.5RAFT is a great mini-system to demonstrate the concepts of aquaponics while producing some fish and plants.  This system is a replica of the UVI (University of the Virgin Islands) commercial scale system, but on a much smaller scale.  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 1 - 40 gallon fish tank, 1- 2.5' x 2.5' raft tank for growing plants and a carefully designed filtration system that creates a healthy environment for the plants, fish and beneficial bacteria. 

Approximate footprint: 8' x 10'

Production:
Estimated fish production per year: 34 lbs.
Estimated lettuce production per year:  170 without lights / 283 with lights

Includes:

• 1 - 40 gallon fish tank

• stand for fish tank

• 1 clarifier

• stand for clarifier

• 2 mineralization tanks

• stands for mineralization tanks

• degassing tank

• plumbing fittings, adaptors, connectors, etc.

• air lift

• aeration system including air pump, tubing and diffusers

• 1 - 2.5' x 2.5' raft tank

• Fish net

• Introduction to Aquaponics Video (DVD)

• Aquaponic Food Production Book

• Two year subscription to the Aquaponics Journal

• Detailed Operation Manual

• Detailed Assembly Manual

• 2 hours email consulting on system installation

Package Cost:
Complete Aquaponic System as described above- $ 2,195

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.