Typical HAF layout
in production greenhouse
Ventilation and
Cooling
Ø Mechanical
o
Fans
and Shutters
o Evaporate Cooling
Ø Natural
o
Roof
Vents
o Roll-up sidewalls
Ø Shading
Mechanical
Ventilation
Natural Ventilation
Energy Efficient
Economical
Roll-up Sidewalls
How natural
ventilation works:
Air enters through roll-ups on south or west walls and is “vacuumed out” through the roof vents.
External or Internal
(pictured) shade curtains can reduce both temperature and light levels in
summer.
Doors,
Floors and Benches
Greenhouse Floors
– Open, wide
surfaced isles, CLEAN!
Pavers
Concrete
Stone/Gravel
Avoid
asphalt
Floors and Mobile
Benches
Water Supply
Greenhouse Location
– The way we
lay things out greatly affects the final result. “Think Before You Act!”
Look around,
up and even down, before you build!