About the Operation
A banana greenhouse operation in Karatas, Adana, Turkey faced significant challenges with their irrigation water quality.
The Challenge
- Salt in irrigation water above nutritional values – preventing plant growth
- Limescale problems in watering systems
- Salt-induced yellowing of banana leaves
- White salinity symptoms on soil surface
- Blockages in irrigation systems
Installation Details
Location
Operation: Banana Greenhouse
Location: Karatas, Adana, Turkey
Application: Irrigation watering systems
Vulcan Installation
Model: Vulcan S25
Configuration: Built into outdoor unit
Installation: Vulcan Impulse bands installed in watering system
Visual Results
Vulcan Impulse bands installed in the watering system
Healthy banana plants after Vulcan installation - The VULCAN S25 model was used for irrigation systems. The Vulcan device is built into an outdoor unit.
Results
Before Vulcan
- Salt-induced yellowing of banana leaves
- White salinity symptoms on soil surface
- Blockages in irrigation systems
After Vulcan
- No new salt-induced leaf yellowing observed
- White salinity symptoms on soil disappeared
- Irrigation blockages stopped
- Plants fed more easily
- Increased utilization of fertilizer and water
"This was a very good result for us." – Grower testimonial
Benefits for Agricultural Operations
Plant Health
Eliminated salt-induced leaf yellowing
Soil Quality
White salinity symptoms disappeared
Irrigation Systems
No more blockages
Fertilizer Efficiency
Increased utilization of nutrients
| Max Pipe Diameter: | 4 inches |
| Max Water Flow: | 130 GPM |
| Wattage: | 2.25 W |
| Dimensions: | 7.9" x 4.9" x 1.6" |
| Pipe Materials: | All types |
| Maintenance: | Zero |
The Vulcan S25 is built into an outdoor unit, making it suitable for agricultural environments where equipment must withstand the elements.
- Weather-resistant configuration
- Suitable for greenhouse and field installations
- Protects irrigation systems year-round
Beyond Scale Prevention: Agricultural Transformation
The Banana Greenhouse Karatas case study shows that Vulcan's benefits extend far beyond equipment protection. By treating irrigation water, it eliminated salt-induced leaf yellowing, cleared soil salinity, stopped irrigation blockages, and improved fertilizer efficiency – delivering a complete agricultural solution.
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About the Author
Waslix provides non-chemical, maintenance-free scale prevention using Vulcan technology. This case study documents a Vulcan S25 installation protecting irrigation systems at a banana greenhouse in Karatas, Adana, Turkey.
