Last up-dated 1/5/10

Scottish Organic Services have selected a few equipment and product suppliers to the composting industry to assist you at whatever scale of operation. The products of the suppliers highlighted in many instances will complement each other in any particular scale of operation. For example the smaller- medium sized Rocket® will benefit from use of the BioBag® and MaxAir® systems in food waste collection, and from the addition of a small quantity of GOC Technologies “Rocket Fuel” to the composting process. At larger scales use of a Menart shredder and GOC QuikSoil 506 will benefit the composting process efficiency. Many further examples can be found.

 

The following “Product” pages outline the equipment and capabilities of these select suppliers and will link you direct to their own sites for further details. If in Scotland please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries regarding any item or supplier.

 

SOS has worked with Accelerated Compost Ltd since 2000 to assist in the development of the Rocket® In-Vessel composter and to ensure compliance with Animal By-Product Regulations (ABPR). SOS has developed comprehensive HACCP protocols, and commissioned out numerous analyses of end products. Growth tests of products, both in pots in the glasshouse and in open-air plots have been undertaken - results are freely available on request. During the development work SOS has consistently used BioBag® collection systems fpr food residues and found these to be extremely hygienic, simple to use, and effective.

 

SOS teamed up with Menart, of Belgium, in 2005 to access a wide range of equipment for the composting industry. Menart provide shredders, turners, screens and other equipment to suit all scales of operation. For maximum flexibility all are available in PTO, diesel or electric driven models.

 

SOS has recently added  GOC “QuikSoil 506” to the portfolio. This is a welcome addition that reflects the need to appreciate the critical role that microbiology plays in the composting process - chemistry and mechanics are subordinate, as reflected in the GOC strap-line “More Microbiology, Less Mechanics”. It fully recognises the role of humification in the carbon cycle.

 

Enjoy your scroll through the ensuing Product pages.