MB3 Technical was commissioned by a leading horticulture company to design and install a growth chamber for plants capable of supporting full-cycle cultivation, from seedling to harvest. The client required a compact, high-performance solution that delivered precise environmental control while maximising space efficiency.
Challenges & Requirements for a Controlled-Environment
The project required a growth chamber for plants that could maintain optimal conditions across multiple growth zones. Key requirements included:
- Temperature control between 5 °C and 30 °C for year-round cultivation.
- Four growing areas, each measuring 2 m × 1 m, within a compact footprint of H: 3.1 m × W: 2.85 m × L: 3.0 m.
- Over 600 W of accumulator spectrum lighting per area, optimised for photosynthetic efficiency across all growth stages.
- Programmable irrigation, independently controlled for each shelving area.
Efficient drainage system designed for easy cleaning and resistance to soil and plant debris.
These specifications ensured continuous cultivation with minimal maintenance challenges.
Design & Delivery of a Growth Chamber for Plants
We worked closely with a specialist lighting supplier to deliver a growth chamber for plants that met all performance requirements. The collaboration ensured the chamber was precisely tailored to the client’s specifications and environmental needs.
The chamber includes high-grade stainless steel growing areas with dual watering options. These consist of self-draining soak systems and removable infill trays that elevate plants above water troughs, allowing for flexible watering and easy cleaning.
DALI-controlled lighting was installed at the optimum 1 m height, providing uniform light distribution across all growing areas and maximising plant response. Custom irrigation and drainage systems were also incorporated, allowing precise water control for each growing area and simplified maintenance, ensuring the system remains reliable and easy to manage.
The chamber was installed in just one week, demonstrating MB3’s ability to deliver efficient, technically advanced, turnkey solutions on time while meeting the client’s exact performance requirements.
Outcome - A Fully Operational Growth Chamber with a Controlled-Environment
The horticulture company now benefits from a fully operational growth chamber for plants that:
- Maintains precise temperature control across 5 °C–30 °C, supporting year-round cultivation.
- Supports four independent growth zones with optimised lighting for all growth stages.
- Features tailored irrigation and drainage systems for hygiene, minimal downtime, and easy maintenance.
- Occupies a compact footprint while maintaining high performance and flexibility.
This project highlights MB3 Group’s expertise in delivering turnkey solutions for controlled-environment cultivation, demonstrating how a custom growth chamber for plants can maximise productivity, efficiency, and plant health.
Interested in a custom growth chamber for your plants? Contact MB3 Group today to discuss your controlled-environment cultivation needs and discover how we can create a solution tailored to your requirements.
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