In this video David discusses the difference between fiber and foam growing media, which one he prefers and the cost per tower for each media. Fiber media cost about .00 per 5′ tower and foam media cost about .00 per 5′ tower wholesale price. Smart Grow Technology purchases their foam from HIBCO Plastics, all details are in the video.
What's the length of the reticulated foam in the box and how many 5-foot towers can I make from a box?
DavId, is the reticulated foam considered food safe? Another question is……will the foam rot and breakdown quickly over time? In other words can it be repeatedly re-used? Is it as durable as the matala mat fiber?
In response to 3Hdon have you had a chance to check out the interview I did with Keith from HIBCO posted on 11/8/15
Keith will be giving me all the data from the test results I will post them when I receive them. Thanks for watching
waiting for product information :)
What is the product name of this foam on the hibco website?
Isn't the filter foam made from Polyurethane? Do you have an MSDS? I haven't found Polyurethane to be considered food safe in most cases.
I have two questions about this foam.
Is it healthy or will it rot and dissolve in time?
Is it durable enough to be able to use it as many times as fiber based media?
The gutter guard foam from Home Depot looks very similar. I tried a gutter guard a few years ago from another company the only problem I had was cutting it and then making sure my wicking strip was deep enough in the gutter to reach the water, and the company said it was treated with a UV chemical to keep it from the sunlight damage, so I stopped using it not knowing if that chemical was getting into my plants. HIBCO the company I get the foam from makes a gutter guard and does private labeling, if you want to sell the stuff under your own label.
Any chance this would work same as Gutter Guards you can find at Home Depot? http://www.homedepot.com/p/Rain-Filter-Gutter-Filtration-for-5-in-K-Style-Gutters-8-4-foot-Pieces-50TMG015/203009078?MERCH=REC-_-PIPHorizontal1_rr-_-205328956-_-203009078-_-N
Just wanted to let you know I got my foam yesterday for my tower it looks like it is going to be awesome,thanks for providing a good product at a cheap price.