A complete range of vacuum formed plug trays are available from Proptec ranging from standard loose filled trays to Blackmores’ patented Air-Trays designed especially for Ellepots.
We also offer injected moulded long life Air-Trays from Proptek and are the best option to give growers a well structured, fiberous root system with no wrapping or J-rooting.
Pioneer Pot
The Pioneer Pot is a deep mesh growing pot that allows for strong taproot development. Absorbing roots grow unimpeded from the taproot out through the mesh, where they are air-pruned to prevent circling and girdling. This unique design ensures a good root structure, which adds value to your end product.
Ellepot tray
Customised Ellepot propagation trays. For more than 15 years, Blackmore propagation trays have been an essential component in the Ellepot System. Blackmores knowledge and experience in developing propagation trays, gained from working in close collaboration with Ellepot customers around the world, have resulted in the current range.
Air tray
Air-Trays are specifically designed for use with Ellepots, providing young plants with optimal air circulation, drainage, and the best possible conditions for great air pruning of the root system. Air-Trays support the Ellepots in the early stages of growth, preventing them from drying out too quickly. The trays are also water-permeable, ensuring plants get the right amount of water to thrive.
Proptek tray
Proptek Air Tray System Proptek sleeve and tray systems, new to Australia, are even more popular as growers overseas realise the very significant time and cost savings they provide. Growers are turning from ‘loose fill’ to the Ellepot/Proptek system rapidly to avoid spiraling labour costs.
Loose Fill Trays
A range of the most economical trays in the popular sizes. For a comprehensive range.
Ellepot & Air Trays for propagation
For more than 15 years, Blackmore propagation trays have been an essential component in the Ellepot system.
These propagation trays have been developed by working in close collaboration with Ellepot customers around the world. This collaboration has given Blackmore and Proptec both a deep understanding of the needs of growers and the environmental conditions required for successful plant propagation.
These customisable Ellepot propagation trays from Blackmore are specifically designed to provide optimal air circulation, drainage, and root pruning for healthy plant growth. Made of recycled materials that can withstand the harsh conditions of a greenhouse or nursery.
Blackmore’s expertise in developing propagation trays has resulted in a current range of trays that meet the diverse needs of growers. These trays are available in different sizes and configurations to fit the many growing environments and production needs.
They are also designed to work seamlessly with the Ellepot system, ensuring the best possible conditions for plant growth will realise the very significant time and cost savings they provide.
•Air root pruning to promote secondary and tertiary root development that prevent root girdling and J roots.
Easier Handling
•Keep the soil intact even in early development stages
•Minimize root system fragility so you don’t have to worry about damage from the substrate falling away when plants are removed
• Efficient movement with Air Tray racks
Faster Planting
•Plants can be transplanted earlier and faster (no pot removal)
•The root system is held together better than traditional pots, so there is less root damage and stress at transplant, resulting faster establishment
The Air Tray® line of patented trays was designed specifically to prevent root spiraling. The Air Tray® design creates an air space around the Ellepot root zone to maximize the amount of contact the air can have with the roots.
Roots are then air-pruned resulting in lateral root formation throughout the root zone and preventing J root formation. This improves the structural integrity and stability in root systems and success after transplant. There is no other tray line like this on the market.
Air Trays® now offer a viable alternative for finished producers who look for a more sustainable alternative to the plastic pot. Through close collaborations with our valued industry partners, we have identified some key technologies that provide a complete production solutions when combined with the Air Tray®. We have grouped these together and define them as Air Tray® Technologies.
Some key highlights:
Ellepot – The Air Tray® was designed with the Ellepot in mind. Together these combined technologies provide growers with a sustainable, plantable alternative to the plastic pot, reducing plastic inputs by up to 95% and increasing the speed of transplanting by up to 40%.
Step-up & Finished Production
The latest breakthrough in patented Air tray’ design is the increased cell size available for step-up and finished production applications. We now offer a number of options up to 3.78L in volume.
Sustainability
Is a major focus for our supplier and it is worth noting that the majority of the plastic used to manufacture the Air Tray® is made from recycled plastics, a portion directly from recycled Air Trays themselves. Closing the loop on our plastic production is an important initiative for AirTrays we are proud to offer recycling options to all of our customers. Additionally, for growers looking for long-lasting injection molded trays, our partner Proptek, the leader in long-life trays, line of injection molded Air Trays*
Jumbo Ellepot Air Trays
Specially designed for jumbo Ellepots
Ideal for fruit trees, nuts, natives plants & trees. Air Trays are designed to promote healthy root development by ensuring consistent air circulation and water drainage in the root zone throughout the production cycle.
All Air Trays are specially developed for improved production efficiency. Automation and optimized handling
Ellepot Air Tray racks
Stay in control of your season, by using our Air Trays®, and Air Tray® Racks. You’ll see an increase in production, a better end product, and a reduction in labour and handling cost. Using Air Trays® minimized the cost associated with cutting, moving and planting.
Plus you get the added benefit of superior root growth, proper air-circulation, with little to no reduced root gridling, and root circling.
Growing benefits
The Ellepot Air Trays® and Air Tray® Rack solution is your key to ensuring optimal propagation and production. With our solution you can produce Ellepots and enjoy valueadding benefits throughout your value chain.
• Increase in production
•A better end product
•A reduction in labour and handling cost.
Using Air Trays® minimized the cost associated with cutting, moving and planting. Plus, you get the added benefit of superior root growth, proper air- circulation, with little to no reduced root gridling, and root circling.
Proptek Air Tray System new to Australia, are even more popular as growers overseas realise the very significant time and cost savings they provide.
Growers are turning from ‘loose fill’ to the Ellepot/Proptek system rapidly to avoid spiraling labour costs. Ellepots when combined with a long-life and rigid injection molded Proptek tray allow for much more efficient automation of your nursery,
allowing you to make considerable labor and time savings. Ellepots are suitable for a vast array of uses from ornamental flowers, through to trees and shrubs to large scale forestry propagation. Stepping up can be automated to – a hole is simply drilled in a large Ellepot and a smaller Ellepot is simply slotted in. This bigger Ellepot then gets placed in a large celled tray and returned to the growing area.
The important factors for automation using Ellepots is to have a tray or container that holds the Ellepot firmly but not too tightly, suppor ts the Ellepot down it full length, and provides some means of stopping media falling out of the bottom without creating an environment where circling roots can develop. Proptek containers meet these criteria where many other do not. Proptek trays and containers are injection molded and are designed to last for many years, rather than just a season or two. This makes them great value for money, and more environmentally considerate too. The purpose of our trays is to create as natural a root system as possible whilst reaping the benefits of a containerized system.
Growing benefits
•Better quality roots - better quality plants
• Labour efficient through automation
• Cost effective - less soil than loose fill
• Exceptional growing environment
•Easy to ship
Tray-98pr105Proptek Tray-98ct 30mm 105mm Deep 9830105 74176
Tray-96pr90Proptek Tray-96ct 35mm 90mm Deep 963590 87238
Tray-48pr90Proptek Tray-48ct 40mm 90mm Deep
Tray-60pr40Proptek Tray-60ct 40mm 40mm Deep 604040 50833
Tray-32pr90Proptek Tray-32ct 50mm 90mm Deep 325090 177592
These are the original plug trays generally used for seeding application and propagating when not using Ellepots.
This type of tray was developed in the 70’s when plugs first came to prominence. Now with better understanding of root growth, the Air Trays are the gold standard.
Each cell size has its own unique advantages. Smaller cell sizes offer several benefits including helping to strengthen a weaker root system while maximising space in your greenhouse area. The larger cell size allows the plug to remain in the tray longer before transplanting, allowing the plant to retain both moisture level and nutrients longer.
Before choosing that final cell size, consider your production schedule, the species- rowing pattern, including root development and the available propagation space
Ellebag
Replace plastic bags with the Ellepot ELLEBAG system and see the benefits of propagating in a smaller volume container and not requiring to remove the paper prior to plant out.
Lower usage of substrate/media by using a smaller volume Ellepot ELLEBAG
Improved space utilisation in the Nursery - up to 25%
Logistics and Transport cost savings through lower product weight
Improved planting efficiencies - do not need to remove the paper prior to planting. Eliminate Transplant Shock. Faster in-field plant establishment.
Pioneer Pots
For Motherstock, Blue Berries, Trees The Pioneer Pot™ encourages plant production of absorbent and structural roots, to promote a well developed root ball and vigorous plant. The Pioneer Pot, redefines how plants develop.
Embracing these advantages, the Pioneer Pot is destined to become a vital component for progressive nurseries seeking to excel in the urban amenity tree market. Experience the transformation power of the Pioneer Pot and elevate your plant growth to new heights.
Unparalleled root development
Specifically engineered to promote robust taproot development. The innovative design enables lateral roots to grow uninterruptedly from the taproot through the mesh, where air pruning takes place to prevent root circling and girdling. This feature will increase the efficiency of potting up by removing the root pruning activity Consequently, this approach fosters a fibrous and evenly distributed root system that encourages tree stabilizing lateral roots on taproot species and significantly reduces root defects.
Superior drainage for optimal growth conditions
Pioneer Pots boast exceptional drainage capabilities, aerated root zone is essential for promoting optimal root development, leading to stronger and more resilient plants. The superior drainage of Pioneer Pots helps to prevent common issues associated with over watering, such as root rot and fungal infections. Moreover, the enhanced root development facilitated by the excellent drainage system improves nutrient uptake. The unique pot holder that is integral to the system reduces unnecessary evaporation while insulating the root zone from extreme temperatures. Trials have shown a 16-degree reduction.
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Effortless Integration with Ellepots
The Pioneer Pot range has been thoughtfully designed to seamlessly complement Ellepots. Both products work harmoniously to create a root structure free from root girdling. This feature is particularly valuable for nurseries servicing landscapers working with city councils adhering to the AS2303:2015 Tree Stock for Landscape Use. Plants are visually appealing and structurally sound. A robust root system with no girdling enables plants to withstand various environmental stress’s, leading to a higher success rate.
Versatility for Growers
Designed with the preferences of growers in mind, Pioneer Propagation Trays are the perfect choice for those who favor barkbased media. These innovative propagation trays are available in 32cell and 60-cell configurations, providing ample options for various plant types and sizes. Designed to last for many years, rather than just a season or two. This makes them great value for money, and more environmentally considerate too.
GROWER BENEFITS
•Unparalleled root development.
•Exceptional drainage to create perfect growing conditions.
Pot-Pio-56L-basePioneer pot 56 liter black base N/A460460N/A0
Pot-Pio-56L-basewPioneer pot 56 liter white base N/A425330N/A0
Pot-Pio-200Pioneer pot 200mmN/A2002005 N/A840
Pot-Pio-200-basePioneer pot 200mm baseN/A245220N/AN/A600
Pot-Pio-250Pioneer pot 250mmN/A25027512N/A600
Pot-Pio-250-basePioneer pot 250mm baseN/A325300N/AN/A450 Pot-Pio-375Pioneer
Coir pot weed mat
Rubberized, needled coir
Pot Coir weed mat can be used to compliment the Pioneer Pot and the Jumbo Ellepot appearance and weed prevention. Made with latex coated coir fibre, each mat will have a centre hole, slit or star cut. Place the mat on top of the soil on the plant pots or around the tree base, needled coir mat are used as moisture retainers and weed discs.
Also helps to retains moisture around the root, reducing evaporation. Weed growth is also suppressed, reducing the need for herbicides. The disc mat size is available in round and square size for the likes of Macadamia growers trees. The diameter ranges from 10cm to 36cm round or 13.8 x 13.8cm for the square.
Needled Coir is produced using Needling machine which helps to weave fibre strings together Coir needle felts are non-woven fabric made out of 100% coir fibre. The fabric is composed of coir fibre randomly needle punched to the desired degree of compaction. The needle felts have excellent moisture absorption and retention characteristics and form an ideal medium for plant growth.
Suited for:
•Jumbo Ellepot 100mm & 120mm.
•Pioneer Pots 200mm, 250mm & 375mm.
•Blueberry growers, round 360mm, suits 375mm Pioneer pot and coir grow bags.
•Macadamia 4Lt pots - Square mat 13.8cm x 13.8cm
Additionally, they give the pots a more appealing appearance. Complimenting the appearance and preventing weeds of Jumbo Ellepots and Pioneer Pots!
Round Mat 80mm suits 80mm Ellepot
Round Mat
suits 100mm Ellepot
Round Mat 120mm suits 120mm Ellepot
Round Mat 145mm suits 150mm Ellepot
Round Mat 165mm suits suited for macadamia & citrus bag57x51x586901621
Round Mat 190mm suits 200mm Pioneer Pot
Round Mat 240mm suits 250mm Pioneer Pot
Round Mat 280mm suits 300mm Pioneer Pot or bag
Round Mat 360mm suits 375mm Pioneer Pot
Blueberry growers use this
Square Mat 13.8 x 13.8cm – Macadamia tree growers
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