Houweling’s Greenhouse
Houweling’s is a world-renowned family business that focuses on the sustainable cultivation of tomatoes. The company continually innovates to be as environmentally conscious as possible.
11 ha
1 Greenhouse
Utah, USAProject stages: Consult, design and result
1 Consult
Enerdes collaborated closely with Houweling’s to understand their specific needs for sustainable tomato cultivation. The consultation process involved assessing the local climate, existing greenhouse infrastructure, and the desired production outcomes to ensure the optimal design of the climate control systems.
2 Design
Based on the consultation, Enerdes designed various installations tailored to Houweling’s greenhouse. These installations included air handling units with cooling pads in the greenhouse and corridor, the complete design of the boiler room, and the associated heating and CO2 systems. Additionally, a flue gas duct was developed to transport heat and CO2 from a nearby power plant to the greenhouse, maximizing resource efficiency.
3 Result
The implementation of Enerdes’ climate systems resulted in significant improvements in yield and product quality for Houweling’s. The state-of-the-art greenhouse now operates with enhanced environmental controls, ensuring consistent and optimal growing conditions. This comprehensive optimization supports sustainable and premium tomato cultivation, earning Houweling’s the Excellence in Energy Award in June 2016.
What climate systems have we installed?
Cooling Pads: Fan and Pad Cooling System
When outside air is drawn in, the use of cooling pads is the most efficient way to cool the greenhouse. By using cooling pads, the ambient temperature can be significantly lowered.- Long product lifetime
- Use of frames to increase stability
- Universally applicable
- Low maintenance
- Environmentally friendly
Double Air Distribution Hoses (⌀ 470 mm till 940 mm)
Enerdes engineered an air distribution system that has transformed greenhouse operations worldwide. Our legacy includes numerous patents in greenhouse technology, with the double air distribution hose being a standout innovation.- Unparalleled uniformity in crop growth.
- Exceptionally consistent and reliable yield rates.
- Customizable end caps for improved plant quality in centre aisles and better working conditions.
Air Handling Unit (Custom)
Enerdes offers specialized air handling units tailored for greenhouses. Our units ensure optimal climate control, balancing temperature and humidity precisely.- Capable of efficient operation in both limited and expansive greenhouse spaces.
- Engineered for optimal performance in varied climates, from mild to more extreme conditions.
- An advanced, user-friendly control interface, allowing for precise adjustments for different sizes, path lengths, and environmental conditions in greenhouses.
EC fans (Radial Flow)
Radial EC fans represent an ideal solution for greenhouse environments, ensuring uniform air distribution throughout by circulating air radially.- Achieve uniform air distribution in spaces of any size.
- Incorporate energy-efficient motors to significantly cut electricity use.
- Offer cost savings over traditional fans with easy, precise control for various greenhouse sizes and conditions.
Utah, USA 
