Made-to-measure planter with water reserve saucer – STEELAB SAR
Planter with water reserve – Product description
The STEELAB SAR planter with water reserve saucer integrated, is made in France and to measure in welded aluminium. This range is ideal for reducing tedious watering and the risk of dirty water running onto the ground.
The bottom of the planter forms a watertight plate with a side overflow to allow water to overflow if necessary, to avoid the risk of root rot.
The side walls of the plant tray and saucer are positioned flush with each other. The bottom of the planter forms a recess that fits into the plate. This internal part is perforated to create a permeable separation between the growing area and the water reserve. These two sub-assemblies are MIG welded, finished, painted and assembled.
Aesthetically, the planter has smooth, uniform surfaces throughout its height, with a neat joint between the 2 elements. The top edges of the panels are folded and counter-folded. Their dimensions are adjusted according to the format of the tray.
The fixings of the planter to its base are not visible.
All colours and finishes
The sub-assemblies are painted independently before assembly.
Two finishes are available, depending on the constraints of the project:
– Liquid paint – Pickling / Hight performance epoxy primer / Polyurethane finish and varnish;
– Powder coating – Pickling / Epoxy primer / Polyester finish.
Materials – aluminium or steel
The SAR range – Planters with water reserve saucer is made from 3 to 5mm aluminium, depending on the size. Aluminium is a naturally strong, light and durable material, making it an ideal choice for planters.
Corten® or stainless steel versions are also available.
Installation
It is laid on the ground with a distributed load, using support pads hidden under the base of the saucer.
Water management
The water reserve consists of two zones. Its peripheral part, isolated from the cultivation area, is left free to provide a high water storage capacity. The central part will be filled with aggregates and fitted with geotextile filters, forming a water exchange zone between the growing substrate and the water reserve.
So, the water accumulated during watering periods is then returned to the plantation in dry periods.
Extending the drainage layer slightly above the water retention limit ensures good ventilation of the substrate whatever the water level in the saucer.
