STEELAB SPA planter for public space
Growing tray with removable cover panels
Functional & design solution
Our made-to-measure planter for public space consists of a functional growing tray with removable finishing panels on the visible sides. This configuration allows us to meet the most demanding operating constraints, while maintaining a sober, uncluttered design. With no visual impact, the growing tray can be adapted to accommodate a wide range of functions.
Removable cladding panels themselves offer many advantages for sites subject to management, maintenance and servicing constraints. Additional panels can be used for temporary customisation or to facilitate maintenance operations. Conversely, a single set of external panels can be combined with several growing trays for seasonal rotation.
Planter for public spaces – Description
The growing tray is made up of raw galvanised steel panels, folded and then assembled using galvanised steel bolts. Rivets may be used for small containers that cannot be dismantled. Additional gluing can be used to make the planter watertight. Guy wire hooks are fitted to the 4 top corners.
The removable finishing panels are made of steel, folded and then powder-coated. The top edge is finished with a fold and counter-fold that overlap the grow trough. Hooked onto the grow trough, they cover it perfectly on all visible sides. A vandal-proof locking screw prevents accidental removal.
Materials
Robust and economical, Z275 galvanised steel is an ideal solution for assembled planters, particularly when the powder-coated cladding is separate from the growing area. The SPA range uses it in thicknesses of 2 to 3mm, depending on the dimensions.
Variations can be offered in Magnelis®, Corten®, stainless steel or aluminium where weight is an issue.
Water Management
One or more drain holes are provided at the bottom of the tray and fitted with a drip shield. The diameter can be adapted to the installation. As an option, a wall feed-through can be provided to capture any dirty water flow.
Various horticultural systems can be provided to fulfil the drainage and water reserve function.
By forming a double skin, the cladding panels naturally isolate the planting area, thereby limiting the effects of solar radiation on evaporation.
Installation
The planter for public space of our STEELAB SPA range is initially offered with adjustable pedestals and the option of handling with a pallet truck.
We also offer a number of other configurations: adjustable feet; distributed load with anti-puncture pads; or castors with or without brakes.
The growing tray fixings are external to the planting area. They can therefore be dismantled to work on the plant’s root system.
Colours & Finishes
The cladding panels are painted on the outside and on the extended returns by powder coating: Pickling / Epoxy primer / Polyester finish.
