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Just Vertical partnered with FloNergia to evaluate FloMov™ airlift technology as an innovative alternative to conventional mechanical pumps for hydroponic nutrient circulation. Working alongside researchers from the University of Guelph and Seneca Polytechnic, the project successfully demonstrated the integration of FloMov™ into a commercial-style vertical farming system.
The study established the engineering foundation for improving nutrient circulation, root-zone oxygenation of next-generation controlled environment agriculture (CEA) systems.
Vertical farming systems require continuous nutrient circulation to support healthy root development and maximize crop productivity. Conventional mechanical pumps consume energy, require ongoing maintenance, and provide limited oxygen transfer to the nutrient solution.
Just Vertical partnered with FloNergia to evaluate whether FloMov™ technology could provide a simpler, more energy-efficient approach to nutrient circulation while supporting future smart farming capabilities.
FloNergia adapted its patented FloMov™ technology for hydroponic nutrient circulation and integrated it into a modular vertical farming system.
The prototype was tested alongside a commercial Just Vertical unit under identical growing conditions to evaluate hydraulic performance, nutrient circulation, and crop growth.
The project demonstrated that FloMov™ can successfully extend beyond aquaculture and wastewater applications into controlled environment agriculture. The collaboration established the technical foundation for next-generation vertical farming systems with simplified water circulation, improved root-zone aeration, and future integration with AI-enabled monitoring and optimization.
The technology has since progressed toward commercialization within Just Vertical's product portfolio.
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