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SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS Top Diameter (outer): 44" Bottom diameter (outer): 34" Body Height: 26.8" tall FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY Digestion Capacity: 25+ lbs of mixed food scraps per day Food scraps may include meat, oils and dairy 15-20% Bioconversion of food waste into mature grubs Up to 5% undigested residue combined with castings VOLUME 11.7 Cubic Feet / 87.3 US Gallons WEIGHT 24 lbs empty 4.5 lbs unperforated base plate COMPOSITION Roto-molded, UV-stabilized, medium density polyethylene resin QUANTITY / PARTS - Body - Downloadable Manual / User's Guide (digital PDF) - Unperforated base plate, for units 2020 and later (approx. 75% of units have this extra part at no charge, 25% don't include one due to molding realities) Optional as of Aug 1, 2022: Threaded Drainage Connector (Sept 2019 and later). This part is no longer included automatically, as it is primary purpose is for contained liquid drainage with indoor cultivation. Just ask if you want it pre-installed (welded) - it is only $10 more. See picture at bottom of page. COLOR Translucent White SETUP / ASSEMBLY Time Required: approx. 30-60 minutes Tools Needed: 1/2" drill bit, 1/4" drill bit, utility sheers, level Place on level surfaces only Must be sheltered from direct sunlight / precipitation Additional recommended materials listed in E-manual USAGE Food scrap diversion and recycling Raising soldier grubs Offsetting feed purchases Digestion of pet waste KEY FEATURES 12+ years of product development and testing Mature grubs (dark-colored) self-harvest using dual migration ramps Automatically collect the crawl off via the top exit portal that is positioned above a collection receptacle of your choice Flexible placement and elevation using bricks, blocks, pallets or timbers Top grub barrier lip mitigates escape Durable UV stable, poly-resin allows for decades of use Radial arms, outer support ring, and quadrant design help with passive drainage of liquid Central uncut, drainage at bottom maximizes placement flexibility over porous or impervious surfaces ORIGIN Manufactured in North Carolina Developed with pride in Texas WARRANY 10 year warranty (but designed to last a lifetime) SHIPPING DETAILS 1 Pallet can hold up to 12 nested pods (16 for tall rigs) Ship via LTL Truck Freight (CLASS 300 (1) / 250 (2-9) / 175 (10-16) Time before shipping: 2-4 days (when in stock) Time in transit: 2-8 days, depending on zone Pallet size: 46 x 46" - variable height depending on count Commercial addresses preferred or freight terminal pick up Surcharge for residential and rural addresses Due to dimensional issues, it costs about the same to ship 1 to 4 units so try teaming up with others and split the shipping RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES 3' of Coir/jute/hemp mesh fiber pad 25 lb bag of gravel (not pea gravel) 3 solid concrete blocks (we prefer and use solid 4x8x16") Burlap Topper 3, 3' pieces for the entire active season 3' of weed barrier (landscape cloth) Bottom Drainage Fixture (below) is welded to pod and allows for connection to standard plumbing fixtures so that all effluent is captured. Helps with operations on solid surfaces ($10 additional per pod) 
Discounted Units
We rarely have any discounted units available, but when we do we will try to post them here. We occasionally have units that are produced in off colors - we will discount those as well (if available). Just reach out if you are interested! TRTP 
Visiting Our Workshop
We love people who love grubs! If you are local or passing through the Raleigh / Durham area, you are welcome to pick up your pod and avoid the shipping fee. We normally have a large pod live and operational in our staging area in Youngsville at all times during the warmer months for both viewing and inquiry. Just call ahead so we can check stock levels and plug you into our calendar! 919.589.3916 |
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Prosumer / Homestead ProtaPod Composting System: 4 foot polyethylene tubs (bodies only). These large pods have the bioconversion capacity of approx. 5 of the smaller BioPod Plus units and can accept approx. 25+ lbs per day. These updated units do NOT include the old metal stand and problematic drainage filter jars from our GEN I design. If you have a source of food waste (raw or cooked), offal, coffee grounds or brewer's mash, you can quickly offset your purchases of store-bought feed by growing huge quantities of grubs for your chickens or fish. Self-reliance meets sustainability meets recycling meets insect farmer! These GEN III pods are similar in design to the old GEN I bodies, but with some enhancements, including drainage support improvements, a new top grub barrier lip, more robust crawl off ramps, threaded drainage hardware and drainage base plate (requires perforation). These pods bodies are now made to order and available for DIY setups in limited quantities only. We can now nest up to 12 pods on a single pallet. Use matala, perforated poly plates , shredded recycled rubber mats, coir/hemp/jute fiber mesh with gravel underneath to promote continuous bottom drainage. In order to maintain maximum flexibility with both imperial and metric plumbing fixtures, we no longer pre-drill the bottom drainage hole(s). A comprehensive 30+ User's Guide & Operations E-Manual is available at no additional cost. If you are ordering one or more of the larger pods, we now include a no-charge "Setup and Operational Support" conference call, via phone, Skype or WhatsApp so that all of your questions and concerns are addressed. All that we ask is that you skim the manual ahead of the meeting. USERS MANUAL & OPERATIONAL GUIDE
PROTAPOD VIDEOS
ORDER DIRECT:
Due to dimensional issues, the large pods must ship via LTL Truck Freight from our factory in Pittsboro, NC. We normally maintain stock at all times, so we are able to ship out within a few days. When ordering direct, we can only ship to commercial addresses (our shipping contract does not allow deliveries to residential or rural locations without surcharges). If you do not have a commercial address available, we are normally able to ship to your local Cooperative Extension Office or closest fright terminal for will call / pick up. We do offer generous, tiered discounts on multi-unit orders.
Good news! Due to incredible stacking efficiency, the shipping fees are relatively the same for 1, 2, 3 or 4 pods. Alternately, If you are traveling close to the Raleigh-Durham metro region, you may pick up at our factory in Pittsboro and avoid the shipping charges entirely. For international orders, were can usually ship to your closest water port for pick up. Always call if you have shipping or delivery questions - we try our best to accommodate everyone! TRTP HOW TO GET FOOD WASTE:It can be a challenge to find sufficient food waste to keep the pods running at maximum capacity. This free, transformative service allows people in your area to discover you and drop of scraps at your location - please consider signing up today!
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