Tunnel greenhouses don’t have straight walls, the structure is completely curved from the point of attachment on the ground to the ridge. The shape of the arcs may be curved or arched.
Novedades Agrícolas manufactures this greenhouse under its own brand APR, naming this model as APT.
It is composed of one or more modules with a series of arches made of galvanized cylindrical tubes, which do not require concrete footings, enabling transfer and easy installation. Its shaped allows accommodating a larger volume of air inside and provides resistance to rain.
Advantages
-Cheap and simple greenhouse
-Better climate control.
-Allows the installation of air conditioning systems.
-Increased sealing capacity.
-Good deal of light inside the greenhouse.
-Reduces condensations and dripping water problems on crops thanks to the curved roof, which allows the evacuation of the water from condensation on the plastic cover.
-Zenith and side windows installation.
-Facilitates agricultural machinery operations.
-Fast to assemble and needs no welding.
Standard Features:
The standard dimensions of this type of greenhouse are:
-Width: 8- 9.60 m.
-Height to peak: 4 - 5 m.
-Distance between arches: 2,50 m. (externas).
-Racks perimeter reinforcement.
Materials:
Plastic and mesh.
Cover:
Arcs with curve shape or slightly pointed at its highest point.
Adaptations:
Inflation System for cold climates, which provides resistance to snow and hail.
When is your right choice?
The tunnel greenhouses are specially designed for small areas and small crops as vegetables or staking creeping ones at low altitude.