Multi-layered aquaponics system and method

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PATENT NO 9974251
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14845516

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A multi-layered aquaponics system used for cultivation has a fish tank, at least one layer of a grow bed adapted to support growth of at least one variety of plant in a direction substantially vertical to a plane of a backing element of the layer, a growth light system having at least one LED growth-light fixture disposed above the grow bed, a water supply system having a water circulation loop, and an aeration system without a power source. The aeration system includes a standpipe inside the layers of grow beds and a plurality of bell siphons positioned within the standpipe and connected to a water drainpipe.

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  • HORIMASA INTERNATIONAL CO., LIMITED

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Hori, Masaharu Tokyo, JP 34 236
Hotta, Mitsuhiro Tokyo, JP 5 20

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