Ventilation
Key to creating the perfect microclimate in your commercial glasshouse is a well-balanced ventilation system. As much as access to nutrient-rich water and the right heat source are vital to a successful crop yield, the air quality inside your greenhouse is just as important. A good ventilation system will also help you regulate heat, humidity, and provides your plants with access to CO2 through optimal air distribution.
Commercial Greenhouse Ventilation Systems:
- Regulate the temperature inside your greenhouse and help dispose of excess heat when outdoor temperatures are high
- Lower humidity levels inside your glasshouse, preventing unwanted bacteria growth caused by excess condensation
- Ensure your crop has access to plenty of CO2 and fresh air
- Promote a balanced growing environment for a healthy yield
- Help you to be energy efficient through smart temperature regulation
We routinely supply and install ventilation systems in greenhouses for growers, nurseries, and garden centres all over the UK. We can also advise you and make expert recommendations on how to achieve the ultimate level of climate control for your plant stock.
From polytunnel fan systems to automated glasshouse ventilation systems, we can supply and install any type of ventilation system in your growing space to help you achieve optimal plant health within your greenhouse.
Types of Greenhouse Ventilation Systems
Greenhouse ventilation systems need to be considered from the design stage of building your glasshouse. There are different types of mechanical ventilation systems available to regulate the airflow in your glasshouse, but this is best taken into account at the start.
Natural air ventilation can be achieved by installing roof vents, side vents, and sliding greenhouse doors as part of your glasshouse structure. These vents can be operated manually or via an automated smart ventilation system. This system will allow you to program when the vents open and close, and they can shut automatically when rain, hail, or snow is detected.
Fan ventilation systems are another option for ventilating your growing space. However, the most efficient ventilation system for most greenhouses is a combination of passive and active ventilation; combining roof vent systems and fan systems will help you achieve and maintain a balanced growing environment for a better and more even yield.
Combine Your Glasshouse Ventilation with Screen Systems
You can easily use your ventilation system in conjunction with your glasshouse shading system. If you have painted shading on your glasshouse roofs and sides, there isn’t anything in the way of your vent windows. However, you might assume thermal and shading screen cloths would be in the way of your air flow; this isn’t true.
With the different types of screen systems and insect netting available nowadays, your screen systems can let as little or as much air through as possible. Screen cloth is breathable and glasshouse screen systems can be opened and closed as much or as little as you need at will. Together with your heating, irrigation, and screen system, your ventilation system will help you stay in control of your greenhouse climate and protect your plants from adverse weather conditions.
Ventilation Parts and Maintenance
In addition to the supply and installation of commercial glasshouse ventilation systems, we offer greenhouse maintenance contracts to ensure we’re always on hand to keep all your climate control systems working efficiently. We stock thousands of spare greenhouse parts, including lots of parts and fixings for your ventilation system, so you’ll always have access to replacement ventilation parts when you need them.