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Moscow Region, Russia
Multi-tier aeroponics tuned for high-density vegetables
Crop Urbanis reconfigured nutrient delivery, airflow and lighting to keep tomatoes, peppers and eggplants productive inside stacked aeroponic towers.
Documented outcomes shared with stakeholders
Project overview
A Moscow Region agritech operator invested in stacked aeroponic towers to maximise yield in a constrained footprint but struggled with inconsistent root-zone hydration and canopy airflow. Crop Urbanis was engaged to stabilise production across tomatoes, peppers and eggplants while keeping energy use in check.
Challenges & approach
- Uneven droplet distribution caused stress on upper tiers and waterlogging on lower tiers.
- Heat build-up inside towers increased disease pressure mid-cycle.
- Operators lacked standard operating procedures for nutrient mixing and nozzle maintenance.
Our contribution
- Modelled airflow and installed baffle adjustments plus staged extraction to balance canopy temperature.
- Recalibrated fertigation recipes with tier-specific EC/pH targets and automated flush routines.
- Authored SOPs covering nozzle cleaning, droplet pattern audits and weekly sensor validation.
Outcomes & proof
| Metric | Result | Context |
|---|---|---|
| System spec | Delivered | Nozzle, cycle, pressure |
| CIP/Sanitation SOP | Delivered | Cleaning validation |
| Safety checklist | Issued | Electrical/water ingress |
Inline FAQs
How do you prevent clogging in high-density aeroponic towers?
SOPs include weekly nozzle soak, inline filtration checks and automated purge cycles that keep droplet size consistent.
Can energy use stay manageable with additional airflow equipment?
Yes—baffle adjustments and staged extraction cut cooling loads by significant versus previous fan configurations.
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