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Micothon - Model Mico Light -UVC Crop Protection System
Micothon specializes in developing and producing innovative solutions for controlling and eliminating mold on growing plants in greenhouses. Their Mico Light line employs ultraviolet C (UVC) technology, a chemical-free method normally found in natural sunlight, specifically at the UVC wavelength known to effectively kill viruses, bacteria, and fungi. This property has been extensively used in food and medical sectors for sanitation purposes. Micothon's UVC systems are applicable in various horticultural settings, aligning with their Greenhouse IPM 2.0 strategy. UVC technologies eschew chemical usage, promoting an environmentally sustainable approach to horticulture. The Mico Light IRIS, one of their newest offerings, is tailored for greenhouses without pipe rails using a laser-guided system for precise operation. Various Mico Light applications target mildew control on crops like strawberries and roses, adapting for use on sports fields and within other greenhouse environments.
UV rays are part of natural sunlight and are largely around us on a sunny day. One of the wavelengths of UV rays (the UVC wavelength) kills viruses, bacteria and fungi. This property can be used for UVC disinfection and is a widely used technology in the food and medical sectors.
Micothon develops and produces mobile and stationary solutions that can control and kill fungi on growing plants in greenhouses.
Mico Light fits seamlessly into Greenhouse IPM 2.0
UVC systems are cost-effective and environmentally friendly. Many thousands of applications are in use today to disinfect water for millions of people worldwide. Ultraviolet technology is gaining a lot of attention from consumers, industry, academia and government. The absence of chemicals makes it a safe and green technology.
UVC light treatment also proves to be very effective in greenhouse horticulture and contributes strongly to the desire of society to further reduce the use of chemicals in horticulture. Reason enough for Micothon, as a specialist in the field of crop protection technology, to develop various effective applications for greenhouse horticulture, fitting in with Micothon's Greenhouse IPM 2.0 vision.
With Mico Light, Micothon now offers a wide range of solutions in the field of UVC light treatment of various crops in greenhouse horticulture.
- Much lower costs for chemicals and sulphur. Savings: up to €1.50/m2 / year.
- No spraying required, so no growth retardation. Additional yield: up to € 1.00 / m 2 / year.
- Higher production through healthier, shinier crop. Increased yield: Up to €0.20/m2 / year.
- Useful biology is not affected by chemicals, so less replacement costs.
- Low operating costs (for electrical power less than € 1.00 / hour).
- Employees can safely continue harvesting and crop care immediately after application, resulting in higher productivity.