Lean Flow and Process Improvement
Lean Flow and Process Improvement Machine Design for the Planting Line Have you ever thought of your plant production PLANT PRODUCTION like this? Plant production in nurseries closely resembles a traditional manufacturing line. These manufacturing lines have had a lot of scrutiny applied to them over the years. Some bright folks have developed some great […]
4 Nursery Machines built specially for nursery container growers
4 Nursery Machines built specially for nursery container growers Here are 4 examples and some info to learn a little bit about the different nursery machines that are built specifically for nursery growers: Potting Machines Potting machines have been for a very long time and have provided numerous growers with efficiency improvements. They come in […]
What is a Rice Hull Blower?
Frequently Asked Questions about Rice Hull mulch and Topdressing What is rice hull mulch? Rice hull mulch is the application of rice hulls to the top of a growing media or soil. The purpose is to prevent the germination and growth of weeds. By providing a depth of around 1.25”, weed seed that lands on […]
Frequently Asked Questions about Small Nursery Potting Machines
FAQ about small nursery potting machines What is a potting machine? A potting machine is a piece of equipment that facilitates filling containers with growing media for plants. The machines typically lift material up above the container and then let it waterfall down over a container. Unused soil is recycled back into the machine. What […]
Who is STILT.PRO anyway?
Who is STILT.PRO anyway? TL;DR STILT.PRO is on a quest for product ideas and collaboration. How it all started I started STILT.PRO while I was working for John Deere. Many evenings and weekends were spent at the R.A. Dudley’s nursery where I had a small office in the back of one of their shops. I […]
Green Profit – Trending Now – June 2021
Green Profit – Trending Now – June 2021 Skip the hand mixing and upgrade your potting bench to the Ground Grinder Mini. An integrated 1/2-yard, all-in-one compact small batch soil mixer and potting machine. Load and fill from the front. It features an integrated soil return hopper to recycle material back into the machine. Made […]
Put your potting bench in hyper speed
Soil Mixer | The Ground Grinder mini Speed up your soil mixing For those growers on the smaller side looking to make life a little easier, STILT.PRO recently introduced the GROUND GRINDER mini – a semi-automatic, bale breaker, soil mixer and flat/pot filler designed with the small grower and garden center in mind. Load your […]
6 Nursery and Greenhouse Equipment Must-Haves to Skyrocket Efficiency and Prevent Plant Loss
6 Nursery and Greenhouse Equipment Must-Haves to Skyrocket Efficiency and Prevent Plant Loss Growers need tough hard-working machines to get the job done. Whether you are managing the complexities of a greenhouse to make sure you deliver your poinsettias for Christmas or you are a nursery ensuring your product is ready at the right moment […]
Don’t pay for a machine to sit most of the year
Rice Hull Blower Leasing Option Our Equipment on your time with a reoccurring short term lease We’re introducing a lease program for you to utilize commercial grade equipment once or twice a year while not having to take on the burden of buying the equipment outright. In summary, you can use the machine once or […]
The “YARDSHOT”
The “YARDSHOT” Check out our new rice hull mulch dispenser for landscapers. Use this machine to apply rice hull mulch to landscape beds and gardens at residential locations. Purchase this complete system to easily offer more value added services to your landscape and yard maintenance operation. Simple long lasting weed control for your customers – […]