Greenhouse Sidewall Automation

Automating your greenhouse roll-up sides saves time and effort, making daily ventilation adjustments simple and hassle-free. Adding a thermostat ensures consistent airflow and optimal temperature management, even when you’re not there. This system integrates seamlessly with Bootstrap Farmer's roll-up sidewall ventilation, included in their all-metal greenhouse kits and available for DIY greenhouse kits.

Choose the setup that fits your needs: manual control for hands-on operation with the push of a button or thermostat control for automated, temperature-responsive adjustments that keep your greenhouse environment consistent. Select the 60Nm motor for roll-up sides up to 100', or the 100Nm motor for sides over 100'. These options ensure efficient and effective ventilation tailored to your greenhouse setup.

This system requires 110V electricity for operation. Check out this guide for more information. 

Features

• Compatible with Bootstrap Farmer's DIY greenhouse roll-up sidewall curtain kit and the sidewall ventilation offered in our all-metal greenhouse kits
• Easy installation and operation with manual and thermostat control options
• Available with 60Nm or 100Nm motors for roll-up sides up to or over 100'
• Structures 30' wide and larger require additional wiring, which must be sourced from a local supplier.
• Built-in motor protection safeguards against surges, overloads, and overheating
• Durable and weather-resistant construction for long-lasting performance
• Saves time and effort by simplifying ventilation adjustments

Specifications

Control Options

Manual control uses a Switch Relay Transformer Box (SRTB), model 43-SRTB2-24, which supports single or dual 60Nm or 100Nm motors and operates on 24V DC power.

Thermostat control features the VCU 2-24 Environmental Controller, a single-zone thermostatic controller for greenhouse heating and cooling. This user-friendly controller includes an LED interface for easy programming, allowing you to automate your greenhouse ventilation components. Perfect for high tunnels, it provides a quick and reliable setup to get your greenhouse automation running efficiently.

Motor Details

For roll-up sides up to 100', the 60Nm motor (61-LVM-60) delivers efficient and precise operation with 24V DC power. It features mechanical limit switches for consistent movement and built-in protection against surges, overloads, and overheating. Its compact and lightweight design ensures easy installation while providing reliable performance for smaller greenhouse systems.

Motor Specifications:  24 VDC, 60 NM, 3A, 72 W, 2.7 RPM, 40 Rev, 0.78″ (20mm) OD output shaft

For roll-up sides over 100', the 100Nm motor (61-LVM-100) offers high torque and a durable design to handle larger and heavier roll-up systems. Operating on 24V DC power, it includes advanced protection against power surges, overloads, and overheating. The heavy-duty construction and weather-resistant housing ensure long-lasting reliability, while high-performance limit switches deliver smooth and dependable operation for larger setups.

Motor Specifications:  24 VDC, 100 NM, 4.2A, 100 W, 3 RPM, 40 Rev, 0.78″ (20mm) OD output shaft

Managing Greenhouse Temperature and Humidity

Managing greenhouse temperature and ventilation is key to maintaining healthy crops. For more information on regulating temperature and humidity in your greenhouse, check out this comprehensive guide on greenhouse management.