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PRODUCTS
& SOLUTIONS BCC equipment is designed, with the exclusive focus, for the forestry market. Therefore the equipment includes certain bio-technical criteria and functions, which are required specifically for forest nurseries and seed centres. Whether it is a single piece of machinery you need for your seed centre or containerised nursery, or a complete solution for seed processing or seedling propagation, BCC has the know-how and technology to help. We supply standard equipment as indicated in the BCC catalogue as well as tailor-made solutions whether it is for a seed plant, a production nursery, a research laboratory or a complete facility. |
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for supplying single stand-alone pieces of equipment, BCC also designs complete
concepts, according to customer requirements, local conditions and the type
of species that are handled and produced in the facility. Our product line
includes all equipment required for cone and seed handling, seed laboratory
devices for quality testing, tray and frame systems, complete filling and
seeding lines, greenhouses and shade houses, irrigation and fertilisation
systems and planting equipment. Good seed quality is the basis for effective
seedling production. Single seeding with high precision requires seeds of
high purity. Easy to operate and technologically advanced equipment for
cone and seed processing, makes it possible to obtain the best quality out
of each seed lot. BCC delivers equipment for the various stages of the process,
including cone handling, seed extraction, pre-cleaning, dewinging, liquid
separation, seed drying, size separation, gravity separation, and PREVAC. One of the first movements towards improvement in forest nurseries was the introduction of rigid containers or trays. Most nurseries today produce containerised seedlings in an array of trays manufactured from products like polystyrene, polyethylene and polypropylene. There are even examples of biodegradable materials being used, obviously at a premium price. Although most seedling producers still use the fixed tray configuration, many vegetative propagation nurseries have moved towards a tray with individual loose inserts. The latest development in inserts, have seen the addition of active root guiding systems (e.g. ribs and specially formed side-walls) and side slits. This has improved both drainage and aeration in the growing medium to improve root development and quality. In the forest tree nursery, a large number of factors have to be coordinated to ensure optimum germination of seed, rooting of cuttings and plant development, year round. Irrigation, temperature, light and fertilization must be continuously monitored and controlled in order to obtain optimum results. To optimize efficiency and eventual profitability in a nursery, the integration of the various systems is crucial. BCC supplies filling lines, precision seeding equipment, tray washing facilities, manual work stations, climate controlled greenhouses with efficient tray handling systems and irrigation booms for greenhouses and holding areas. Further, BCC develops, designs and manufactures a wide range of multi-cell growing trays, both fixed and single cell systems. The famous HIKO system and the most recent Airblock system with Active Root Guiding technology can be found in containerized forest nurseries in all parts of the world today. New products are conintuously added to our existing wide range of equipment. Our Development Team also revises existing pieces of equipment from time to time to evaluate and identify potential improvements and new features. This is also done in conjuction with our customers who provide feedback during visits and surveys. Not only does BCC supply equipment but we also help nursery and seed plant managers during the start-up phase of the project to ensure success. BCC furthers assist by way of follow-up visits and continuous contact and communication to assist the plant manager to solve problems and to optimise his crop. BCC boasts the technology, experience, knowledge and people to assist with the development of a superior quality facility to optimise production output. We can help you reach your targets in the most cost-efficient way. When selecting for BCC, you as the customer will not only get the products needed to perform a task, you will receive a complete package including technical and biological know-how from our staff. Allow us! |
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