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Cuttings Lines

Propagating your own cuttings? This line is ideal for mid- to large-scale operations looking to reduce labor and improve efficiency through an ergonomic cuttings line featuring a tray de-stacker, Advanced Automatic Growcoon dispenser, RN12 tray filler being filler by a Logitec DB40 bale shaver, pre-watering in a 7’ water tunnel, precision dibbler, and a two-tier conveyance system.


This system delivers empty trays on the top conveyor and keeps an empty tray in front of each of the 12 workstations. It then transports completed trays on the lower conveyor down the line to be watered in the 14-foot water tunnel before being loaded onto carts or tables.

Each cuttings line can be customized and expanded to meet the specific needs of your operation. These systems help operators quickly and consistently process a high volume of cuttings, while maintaining efficiency, ergonomics, and flexibility.

Placing Growcoons into trays by hand caps how much you can propagate, and adding seasonal labor just to keep up gets expensive. The Advanced Growcoon Dispenser seats biodegradable Growcoons into your trays with pick and place accuracy, in two formats. The Automatic runs up to 56,000 an hour inline with your filling line. The Manual places up to 7,500 an hour with no electricity or compressed air, so it fits almost anywhere in your facility.

Two Formats, One Placement System

Choose the Automatic for a continuous, high-volume line or the Manual for a flexible standalone station. Both use the same pick and place system, so placement quality is the same either way.

Placement You Can Count On

Pick and place seats each Growcoon in the tray, instead of dropping it in the way older dispensers do. You get fewer misplaced Growcoons and more consistent trays.

Up to 56,000 an Hour, Inline

The Automatic fills a full row every 1.2 seconds and integrates directly into your existing filling line. It runs continuously with minimal operator input.

No Power or Air Required

The Manual runs without electricity or compressed air, and anyone can operate it with no special training. Its compact footprint fits almost any location.

Nearly Any Tray and Growcoon Combination

Both models handle trays from 9.8 to 23.6″ on the short or long edge, and Growcoons from 0.7 to 2.8″ tall with 0.4 to 3.9″ top diameters.

Quick Changeovers

The same dispensing head is used on both models, and it swaps in 10 to 15 minutes to run a different Growcoon size or tray.

Specification Automatic Advanced Manual Advanced
Capacity Up to 56,000 Growcoons/hr* Up to 7,500 Growcoons/hr*
Fill Time Per Row 1.2 sec Operator dependent
Output Method Pick & Place Pick & Place
Growcoon Height Range 0.7–2.8″ 0.7–2.8″
Growcoon Top Diameter 0.4–3.9″ 0.4–3.9″
Tray Dimensions 9.8–23.6″ (SE/LE) 9.8–23.6″ (SE/LE)
Multiple Growcoon/Tray Combinations Yes Yes
Tray Destacker Optional Not available
Filling Line Integration Yes No, standalone station
Dimensions 12′10″ L × 4′7″ W × 5′3″ H 5′3″ L × 4′7″ W × 2′8″ H
Power (USA/CA) 208V, 3-Phase, [Confirm amperage, see open item 1] None required
Compressed Air 7.5 bar None required

Unmatched uniformity from specially designed linear agitators ensuring consistent filling end-to-end and side-to-side. Easy and fast adjustment with just 2 handles. Innovative system achieves desired soil compaction levels. Fills up to 800 trays per hour with containers up to 8.5″ tall. Standard features include built-in line integration, extra capacity soil return, variable speed soil supply, and variable speed belt control.

  • Up to 800 Trays Per Hour – High-speed production to keep pace with demanding seasonal schedules.
  • Linear Agitators for True Uniformity – Specially designed agitators ensure consistent filling from end to end and side to side, not just center-weighted.
  • Adjustable Soil Compaction System – Dial in the exact compaction level needed for different media types and cell sizes.
  • Two-Handle Adjustment – Fast, easy changeovers without tools or complicated settings.
  • Double Chain Soil Elevator – Reliable media delivery with variable speed control.
  • Spiral Brush Tray Cleaning – Removes excess soil from tray surfaces automatically.
  • Powered Auger Soil Return – Recirculates excess media back to the hopper efficiently.
  • Built-In Line Integration – Ready to connect with seeders, dibbling stations, and downstream equipment.
  • Speed: 200–800 trays per hour
  • Max container dimensions: 15.75″ W × 8.5″ H
  • Hopper capacity: 0.91 cu yd standard, 1.3 cu yd optional
  • Power: 230 VAC, 3-phase, 22 amps
  • Dimensions: 98″ L × 97″ W × 88″ H
  • Weight: 1,807 lbs

The DB40 processes compressed big-bales up to 2.6m high, restoring original substrate volume without affecting structure. Easy to move with pallet jack or forklift, low maintenance, and compatible with almost all brands of potting machines and fillers. Multiple options available to make production easier and more efficient.

The DB40 Peat Moss Bale Processor is compatible with almost all brands of potting machines and fillers.

Preserves Fiber Structure

Restores compressed big-bales to original volume without damaging the substrate.

Fast Processing

Handles a 1m × 1.2m × 2.2m big-bale in approximately 8 minutes, or around 6 minutes with the optional frequency controller.

Big-Bale Compatible

Works with bales up to 0.8–1.2m × 1.2m footprint and 2.25m tall standard, extendable to 2.60m with optional extension plates.

Mobile and Lightweight

At just 1,080–1,280 kg, the unit moves easily with a pallet jack or forklift for flexible positioning in your operation.

Universal Compatibility

Works with almost all brands of potting machines and tray fillers.

Low Maintenance

Simple, safe operation with minimal upkeep requirements.

  • Max bale height: 2.25m standard, up to 2.60m with extension plates
  • Bale footprint: 0.8–1.2m × 1.2m
  • Processing time: ~8 minutes per bale (standard), ~6 minutes with frequency controller
  • Machine weight: 1,080–1,280 kg
  • Mobility: Pallet jack or forklift compatible
  • Electrical: Available in various voltages
7-Foot-Water-Tunnel-System

The 7 Foot Water Tunnel provides controlled watering for flats, trays, pots, and baskets. Available with 16″ or 22″ powered conveyor belt with variable speed. Standard 4-bar water manifold and drain pan. Wires into production line controls, watering stops and starts with the line to prevent over/under-watering. Keeps plants uniformly moistened without wasting water. Optional extra wide or tall units accommodate hanging baskets with hangers.

Production Line Integration

Wires into line controls so watering starts/stops automatically with production; prevents over or under-watering of product in tunnel.

No Water Waste

Limit switch controls water flow; water only runs when product is present.

Variable Speed Conveyor

Up to 80 feet per minute on 16" or 22" wide powered belt.

Four Independent Water Curtains

Each of 4 water bars individually controllable from fully open to fully closed for precise coverage.

Precision Coverage

Laser-drilled water bars deliver uniform watering across flats, trays, pots, and baskets.

Tall Container Capability

Accommodates containers up to 31.5" tall; handles hanging baskets with hangers.

Stainless Steel Construction

Built for wet environment durability with integrated drain pan.

  • Max container width: 17.5″ (16″ model) or 23.5″ (22″ model)
  • Max container height: 31.5″
  • Power: 110 VAC

Options: 6-bar water manifold, Tee-Jet nozzles, filter box

Dibble holes in pots and flats for uniform placement and planting depth at speeds up to 2,800 containers/hour. High-speed pneumatics and precision controls deliver consistent results. Magnetic dibble pins attach quickly to metallic mounting plate for ultimate flexibility and fast changeovers. Set hole locations by positioning pins directly in the pot or tray, then lower the plate with the built-in hand crank. Versatile design meets the demands of high-speed lines with frequent product changes.

High Throughput

Up to 2,800 containers per hour

Magnetic Dibble Pins

Quick-attach to metallic mounting plate for fast changeovers

Easy Height Adjustment

Hand crank controls dibble-plate height for repeatable depth settings between runs. Short- or long-stroke modes match the container type

Flexible Configuration

Set hole locations by positioning pins directly in pot or tray

Production Line Integration

Built-in controls for connecting to existing lines

High-Speed Pneumatics

Precision controls for consistent, reliable operation

Capacity: Up to 2,800 containers/hr
Power: 120 VAC 1-phase or 208/230 VAC 1-phase
Options:

  • Multi-use dibble plates
  • Custom dibble pins

The Convertible Cuttings Line is an affordable in-line sticking and planting system for growers of all sizes. Automates tray feeding to create organized workstations, enabling workers to focus on tasks—case studies show up to 2x increase in output. Upper belt removes when not needed, converting to single-layer operation for various container types. Streamlined design minimizes downtime and maximizes productivity. Reduces manual handling and optimizes workflow to manage labor costs effectively.

Dual-Mode Operation

Upper belt removes when not needed, converting from cuttings line to single-layer operation for various container types

Proven Productivity Gains

Case studies demonstrate up to 2x increase in worker output

Automated Tray Feeding

Creates organized workstations so workers can focus on sticking/planting tasks

Variable-Speed Belt Control

Adjust production pace to match worker speed

Integrated Pause & Standby Controls

Stop and resume production without disruption

Automatic Empty Tray Delivery

In cuttings line mode, trays feed automatically to workers

Folding Workstation Tables

Compact storage when not in use

  • Electrical: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, single phase (15 amps)
  • Dimensions: 5½’ W × 5′ H × 21′ L (12 station model)
  • 12-station model
  • 16-station model
  • 24-station model
Custom configurations available

Hand-watering product as it comes off the line is slow and uneven, and water keeps running when nothing is passing through. AdeptAg Water Tunnels water flats, trays, pots, and hanging baskets as they ride the conveyor, and wire into your line controls so watering stops and starts with production. Four adjustable water curtains give even coverage, and water only flows when product is present. Choose a 7- or 14-foot tunnel, with longer lengths available

Watering That Follows Your Line

Wire the tunnel into your production line controls. When the line stops or starts, so does the water, so nothing sitting in the tunnel gets over- or under-watered.

Four Curtains You Control

Each of the four laser-drilled water bars adjusts from fully open to fully closed, so you can dial in coverage for each crop and container.

Even Coverage on Every Container

Precision water bars deliver uniform watering across flats, trays, pots, and baskets.

Match the Speed to Your Line

Variable-speed powered belt up to 80 feet per minute, in 16″ or 22″ widths.

Room for Tall Containers

Handles containers up to 31.5″ tall, including hanging baskets with hangers. Extra-wide and extra-tall units are available.

More Dwell Time When You Need It

Go with the 14-foot tunnel for longer exposure under the water on crops that need heavier watering, or add length with 21′, 28′ and 35′ options.

Specification Value
Belt Widths 16″ or 22″
Belt Speed Variable, up to 80 ft/min
Max Container Width 17.5″ (445 mm) on 16″ belt; 23.5″ (597 mm) on 22″ belt
Max Container Height 31.5″
Water Manifold 4-bar standard, 6-bar optional
Water Control Limit switch; 4 individually controlled curtains
Supply Water .75″ line, 7 GPM at 50–90 PSI
Construction Stainless steel with drain pan
Options 6-bar water manifold, Tee-Jet nozzles, filter box, extra-wide or extra-tall units

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