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Greenhouse boiler installations
Reliable heating for high-tech greenhouses. Consistent heat, climate stability and CO₂ for plant growth.
Greenhouse boiler installations for commercial horticulture in the USA
Reliable heating is essential for high-tech greenhouses, especially in regions of the United States with colder winters. The boiler burns gas in a heat exchanger, heating water that circulates through pipes in the greenhouse. Excess heat can be stored in a buffer tank for use when demand is higher. Boilers can also supply CO₂ from flue gases to enhance crop growth.
Types of boiler installations
- Conventional gas-fired boilers
- High-efficiency condensing boilers (up to 109%)
- Biomass boilers for sustainable projects
- Hybrid systems with heat pumps or geothermal
Serving U.S. growers
VB's boilers integrate seamlessly with heat buffers, pipe heating, air-handling systems, and climate computers.
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Greenhouse heating in practice
VB delivered the heating systems, CO₂ systems and the largets heat storage tank in the USA
INTERGROW GREENHOUSES, ONTARIO, NY (USA)
Size: 11.3 hectares (27 acres), tomatoes year-round
Delivered: heating systems, CO₂ systems, heat storage tank
The heat storage tank holds 10,000,000 liters of water and supplies heat to the current greenhouse and future expansion up to 25 hectares (62 acres).
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Check out the details behind the Intergrow story. VB also realised other major sustainable energy projects throughout the U.S.
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Greenhouse boiler installations FAQ's
What is a greenhouse boiler?
A greenhouse boiler is a heating system that generates heat by burning a fuel, usually natural gas or biogas. The heat is used for pipe heating, air heating, or storage in a buffer tank. In addition to providing heat, boilers can supply CO₂ from flue gases to enhance crop growth.
Which boiler system is most efficient?
Condensing boilers generally offer the highest efficiency, up to 109%, by recovering latent heat from flue gases. Combined with heat buffers and advanced controls, they can significantly reduce energy costs. For sustainable projects, a hybrid setup combining a boiler with a heat pump may be the most efficient choice.
How much boiler capacity does my greenhouse need?
Boiler capacity depends on greenhouse surface, insulation, crop type, and climate. For a 1-hectare greenhouse, heating demand typically ranges from 800 to 1,200 kW. VB always performs a detailed heat balance calculation to determine the ideal capacity and system configuration.
How long does a boiler installation take?
For standard greenhouse projects, installation takes about 8 to 12 weeks. For larger or more complex projects, timelines may extend depending on system integration.
Can a greenhouse boiler supply CO₂ for my crops?
Yes. Boilers can supply CO₂ from flue gases, which can be reused for crop enrichment. This is one of the key benefits of a boiler installation alongside consistent heat supply and lower investment costs compared to alternative heating systems.
Gecertificeerd volgens VCA** | ISO 9001 | ISO 14001 (VB Geo Projects b.v.) | CO2-prestatieladder
Certified according to VCA** | ISO 9001 | ISO 14001 (VB Geo Projects b.v.) | CO2 Performance Ladder