Indoor Farm CO2 Monitoring Systems and Supplies
CO2 Monitoring Systems In a Commercial Grow Operation
The most beneficial aspect of the commercial greenhouse is that this structure is able to extend growing times and gives full control over the environment for plants to grow in. This can be excellent for year round growing and the ability to grow groups outside of their growing zone. Control over lighting, temperature, water, media, and air are important aspects of ensuring excellent plant growth and health. One key ingredient for healthy and happy plants is carbon dioxide (CO2). Carbon dioxide supplementation and control in a greenhouse has many benefits on plant growth and yields. Carbon dioxide is an important part of photosynthesis- an essential plant process. With the use of light energy from either the sun or artificial light sources, CO2 and water is converted into sugars for plants to use and break down in another process called respiration. The difference in the rate of photosynthesis and respiration is based on the overall dry-matter content or growth in the plant. CO2 supplementation increases growth through improved vigor and overall health. For most greenhouse crops, photosynthesis can be increased by about 50 percent with CO2 supplementation in comparison to ambient CO2 levels. Scientifically speaking, to increase CO2 uptake by the stomata of plant leaves, the CO2 levels must be higher outside the plant than inside. Higher concentrations of solutions or in this case CO2 will naturally enter areas of lower concentrations to create balance.
Enrichment of CO2 Levels
There are several methods to balancing and enriching the commercial greenhouse environment with CO2. This can be accomplished through a supply of pure CO2 liquid, combustion of fossil fuels with air heaters, and combustion of fuels with a central burner in combination with a tank for heat storage. When supplementing CO2 there will be the inevitable high and low areas of concentrations of CO2. Circulation is essential in preventing extreme differences in levels of CO2. The most common method of carbon dioxide enrichment is through the burning of fossil fuels. The most common of gases used is natural gas which burns cleaner than other forms of fossil fuels and produces much lower levels of fumes that may be hazardous to health. With the combustion of 1 m3 of natural gas, there is around 1.8kg of carbon dioxide generated for the greenhouse’s growing area. Monitoring levels of CO2 in a greenhouse is another important factor in ensuring proper enrichment for plants to take full advantage of CO2 in the greenhouse. By monitoring all aspects of the greenhouse, a grower is better prepared and able to make decisions that are for the best in the operation. Newer technology also allows not only for the air and various components of the greenhouse environment to be monitored, but also systems can be fully automated to take control in the event that the air or any other environmental factor is not to the desired levels. By introducing automation, a grower can turn focus to other tasks in the greenhouse.
Tools of the CO2 Enrichment Trade
Co2 monitoring products, co2 generators, co2 tanks 
In order to effectively control and benefit plants in a growing area with CO2, it is key to acquire all needed tools of the trade. Depending on the type of CO2 supplementation method- liquid, fossil fuel burning through heaters, or fuel burning through central burners, the operator will need various equipment and tools. CO2 monitoring systems assist with managing CO2 levels.
CO2 Monitoring
| Equipment | What we like about it |
| Amprobe CO2-100 Handheld CO2 Meter | This handheld low drift portable meter is able to measure CO2 up to 9999ppm with a triple display of CO2, temperature, and relative humidity. |
| Titan Controls Atlas 3 Day/Night Controller | With the ability to read and control both CO2 tanks or generators, this Titan controller boasts CO2 enrichment and CO2 exhaust features that are easy to use and operate. The controller is encased in a durable case that resists rust, dust, and moisture. |
| Atlas 2 Preset CO2 Monitor | The Atlas 2 Preset monitor and controller is one of the simplest and straight forward CO2 monitors on the market. With a built in photocell, this device can sense day time and night and run only in the daytime to allow plants to process the day’s CO2. |
| Atlas 4- 2 Room CO2 Monitor | The Atlas 4 Two Room CO2 monitor has the ability to both control and monitor two separate grow rooms from 0-5000ppm through the use of two remote room sensors. The operator is able to monitor data for 24-hours with the built in log, as well as run two rooms with only one CO2 generator. |
CO2 Generators
| Equipment | What we like about it |
| Ares 10- 10 Burner LP or NG CO2 Generator | With options in both natural gas and liquid propane, the Ares 10 CO2 generators offer dual redundant solenoids to control the gas source as well as a durable powder coated chassis for the harsh greenhouse environment. The brass gas burners are able to resist rust and the burners have a built in safety feature that enables the generator to turn off in case of a tip over incident in the grow room. |
| Titan Controls CO2 Regulator | The Titan controls CO2 regulator is compatible with the titan brand and boasts long lasting durability and dependability with the brass construction. The precision accuracy flow valve is from 0.5 to 15 SCFH and features heavy-duty solenoid. |
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For more information on the needed equipment, as well as a customized list and set up specific to a grow operation, MORR Inc. has experts at the ready. With services in planning, construction, maintenance, and more the MORR Inc. team is ready to help any commercial grower new and seasoned in the important decisions for the operation.
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About MORR Inc. 
MORR Inc. is a wholesale commercial agriculture distributor for planting, growing, and farming located in Los Angeles, CA. MORR Inc. supplies top of the line wholesale commercial hydroponic systems, commercial grow systems, a wide selection of grow lights and automated control systems, nutrient rich soils and growing media, a large selection of specialized advanced plant nutrients and hydro nutrients for different plant life cycles, dosing and drip irrigation systems, high tech environmental meters and automated systems, fans, filters, plant pesticides, plant fungicides, automated crop management systems, general commercial grow facility supplies and services, plus much more! Call- 1-310-967-2022 https://www.morr.com Â
About
MORR Inc.
MORR Inc. is a wholesale commercial agriculture distributor for planting, growing, and farming located in Los Angeles, CA. MORR Inc. supplies top of the line wholesale commercial hydroponic systems, commercial grow systems, a wide selection of grow lights and automated control systems, nutrient rich soils and growing media, a large selection of specialized advanced plant nutrients for different plant life cycles, dosing and drip irrigation systems, high tech environmental meters and automated systems, fans, filters, plant pesticides, plant fungicides, automated crop management systems, general commercial grow facility supplies and services, plus much more!
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