Maan Horti Automation develops Growcoon Dispenser Advanced Series
Added on 21 March 2025
Innovative technology for growers with ambition
‘Automation has always been a relevant part of the total concept that we (respectively Maan Biobased Products, Klasmann-Deilmann and Maan Horti Automation) want to offer with Growcoon,’ says Edwin Kruiper, director of Maan Horti Automation. Growers could already rely on two dispenser types, which place the Growcoon in a tray manually, or fully automatically. However, rising ambitions, developments in the market and the expansion of the Growcoon range are creating demand for new automation solutions. And these are currently being developed by Maan Horti Automation. To supplement the existing range.’
‘There is a growing group of nurseries that are aiming for the utmost: maximum capacity; high performance, optimal control and greater ease of operation. And they have something to show for it. For that reason, we will soon be expanding our automation range with a ‘top-line’: the Growcoon Dispenser Advanced Series.'
Impressive performance of the Automatic Growcoon Dispenser Advanced
What sets the Advanced Series apart from the rest? Maan's ‘pick & place’ mechanism ensures that the Growcoon is positioned in the tray in a highly controlled manner, versus the drop mechanism available to the baseline. This not only increases accuracy but also makes the dispenser compatible with a wider range of Growcoon/tray combinations. The fully automatic version can process more than 55,000 Growcoons per hour, depending on the tray type and configuration. This puts the automatic Dispenser Advanced in a class of its own among high-performance tray filling systems!
Raymond van Ispelen of Klasmann-Deilmann puts it firmly: ‘In a industry where precision, speed and sustainability are becoming increasingly important, automation is not a luxury but a necessity. That is exactly, what we want to meet with the Advanced Series.'
When available?
'The status? We are progressing,' Kruiper laughs mysteriously. 'Right now we are testing the prototype at a grower's site. More on that later. But the eye wants something too, so we are working on a sleek design that matches the high-tech nature of the machine. What that looks like? We're keeping that a secret for now. Keep an eye on us!
About Maan Horti Automation
Maan Horti Automation was founded at the beginning of this year. With which Maan (developer and producer of Growcoon) wants to focus more intensively on the (continued) development and support of their equipment. This, in support of the innovative, biodegradable products they market together with Klasmann-Deilmann. With the aim of providing growers with high-quality technology for future-proof horticulture.
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