Bridge Greenhouses

Can vertical farming be the future of food?

According to the BBC Fischer Farms in Norwich is experiencing sustainable success in their vertical farming facilities!

The facility predicts that they could produce up to 1,000 tonnes of leafy greens, herbs and salads a day through their eco-friendly vertical farming methods.

As specialists in supplying and installing vertical farming facilities, we’re delighted to see fellow UK agricultural innovators take steps towards sustainable and efficient crop growing.

Read more: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c51y7jd50d7o

Whether you are new into the market or are looking to expand your current operation, Bridge has multiple vertical farming solutions to meet any requirement.

Is Norwich vertical farming unit the future of food production? The system uses artificial light to grow crops in biosecure units instead of out on open fields.

Did you know that we also specialise in constructing functional and aesthetic garden centre glasshouses? 🪴

There’s a little bit more to a garden centre structure compared to a commercial greenhouse purely designed for growing…

We understand the need for garden centres to be designed with the customer’s browsing experience in mind as well as the plants growing conditions – perfectly blending aesthetics with functionality!

Working with garden centre architects, we have successfully created the perfect spaces for nurturing plants and for customers to shop!

Soft fruits require warm and sunny conditions for steady growth, and we’ve certainly been deprived of that in 2024… 🍓

So, we believe that commercial greenhouses can be the solution for meeting UK summer soft fruit demands!

Without the need to rely on unpredictable UK weather, commercial greenhouses can house a highly controlled environment that ensures growing fruit can flourish within optimal conditions.

With UK fruit and veg supply slowly moving away from imports, more investment into greenhouse facilities can help British farmers meet the nation’s high demand for soft fruit foods.

Read more: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/commercial-greenhouses-giving-uk-growers-the-opportunity-to-meet-soft-fruit-demands/

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Need a revamp on your commercial greenhouse?

For garden centre operators keen to make the most of their existing structures, we provide retro-fitted reroofing solutions to further enhance your environment.

Our clients have benefitted from our sandwich panel reroofing that’s specifically designed for better temperature control.

With new roofing, you can benefit from increased thermal insulation in winter months and additional shading to block excess heat in summer.

Interested in enhancing your greenhouse? Let Bridge Greenhouses revitalise your growing operations today.

This year’s unpredictable summer has dampened the productivity of farms across the country… ☔

According to The Guardian, UK fruit and vegetable production has seen a decline in 2024 due to extreme weather.

As food production is falling, farmers are urging the government to take more of a proactive investment in the agricultural sector.

With unpredictable weather becoming more frequent in Britain, greenhouse structures can be an ideal way to shelter crops from the rain!

More investment into commercial greenhouses can help farmers gain full control over their environment to grow bigger, better and higher yield food crops.

Read more: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/jul/03/disastrous-fruit-and-vegetable-crops-must-be-wake-up-call-for-uk-say-farmers

Disastrous fruit and vegetable crops must be ‘wake-up call’ for UK, say farmers Next government urged to have a proper plan for food security, as UK’s climate becomes more unpredictable

With highly fluctuating weather often gracing the UK, the need for optimal lighting is always going to be an important factor for commercial growers! ☀️

At Bridge Greenhouses, we have extensive experience in installing intuitive LED lighting systems that help plants grow without needing a sunny day💡

Furthermore, our LED lighting systems allows you to produce more light for your crops with minimal heat exertion - ensuring you have more control over your growing conditions.

Our lighting team work with all market-leading manufacturers in order to offer our clients ultimate flexibility, choice and to cater to any preference.

Want to find out more about our LED lighting solutions? Head over to our website.

Welcome to the team Jon Webb! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce the latest addition to our team: Jon Webb, our new M&E Project Manager for our Southern office.

With a wealth of experience in managing projects within the software and computing industry, Jon brings a fresh perspective and a passion for sustainable growth.

We are excited to see the amazing contributions he will make as the Bridge Greenhouses team continues to grow!

Bridge Greenhouses has recently been involved in an exciting project for the The National Botanic Garden of Wales

Using our expertise, we were able to supply the research and education facility with a new polytunnel greenhouse with 8 separated compartments for controlled growing.

Given the site’s dedication to conservation, Bridge Greenhouses were the ideal partner for constructing a functional, aesthetic and environmentally secure polytunnel structure.

View the full project: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/projects/national-botanic-garden-of-wales-multi-compartment-polytunnel-greenhouse/

Check out this new cloth from Svensson!

The Luxuous 1147 H2no FR premium climate screen offers high energy savings along with H2no technology that transforms condensation droplets into a water film.

The innovative product ensures that condensation droplets flow off the climate screen like a film of water which allows an extra 8% light to enter.

As greenhouse specialists, we’re always excited to see great innovations within the horticulture industry and we look forward to seeing more climate control screens from Svensson.

Read more: https://www.ludvigsvensson.com/en/climate-screens/climate-screens-products/luxous/luxous-1147-h2no-fr

No matter the project, Bridge Greenhouses are on hand to offer consultation on what greenhouse structure is best for you!

Our team of expert engineers will be able to provide the optimal facility and internal services needed for your crop growing operations to excel.

Whether you’re after a new structure or a full turnkey facility, Bridge will be by your side from inception to completion.

Head over to our website to find out more…

Our stand is set up and ready to go at Fruit Focus 2024! 🍇🍊

David Summerfield and Jon Webb will be on stand 700a until 5pm today to discuss all things fruit, horticulture and greenhouses.

This year we’re sharing our stand with our partner Vermako Greenhouses where Karl Maes and Henk Dedeyne will be presenting how you can achieve the optimal growing environment with a Vermako Polyhouse installation.

Not able to attend Fruit Focus? Get in touch and we’ll be more than happy to discuss any greenhouse questions you may have!

Our ongoing work on the new turnkey Venlo research glasshouse project for Agrii (UK) Ltd at their Dunmow site in Essex is well underway and we can’t wait to see the finished project!

Stay tuned to see the final result… 🪴

Earlier this year Agrii Ltd partnered with us to construct a bespoke glasshouse structure with five compartments and a works area.

As well as constructing the glasshouse, we’re also installing suspended growing gutters, benches, roof and side screens, LED grow lights, ebb and flood irrigation, electrical and control systems, and heating and cooling via an air source heat pump.

At Bridge Greenhouses, we can design and construct a glasshouse that meets your specific growing needs - just like with our work with Agrii!

Get in touch today if you’re seeking a partner for a glasshouse project and we’ll help bring your vision to life.

We’re exhibiting at Fruit Focus 2024! 🍇🍎

On the 10th of July, we will be at the NIAB Agricultural Research Institute for this year’s Fruit Focus event alongside our partner Vermako.

At our stand, we will be showcasing our innovations within greenhouse designs while connecting with other professionals, innovators and thought-leaders in the fruit sector.

To find out how Bridge Greenhouses can create the perfect environment for your crops, visit us next Wednesday on stand 700a.

See you there!

Read more: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/bridge-greenhouses-set-to-exhibit-at-fruit-focus-2024/

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Salad growers have recently faced challenges with their growing environments due to heavy wet weather across the UK! ☔

Grizzly weather this year has made it difficult to plant crops in the wet ground as well as even reducing demand for salad products this summer.

As the weather finally starts to improve, we hope to see a swift recovery for UK salad growers! 🥗

Find out more: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd117e7nxzjo

At Bridge Greenhouses, we can help your crops get the ideal growing environment without the need to rely on the unreliable British weather!

Get in touch today for more info.

Norfolk salad producer says wet weather is a 'challenge' Peter Sargeant says the summer is usually when salad sales rise, but this year is different.

Here at Bridge, we specialise in renewable heating too!

Commercial greenhouses, nurseries and plant research facilities are opting to generate heat through sustainable sources.

With years of industry experience, the Bridge heating team can advise on the latest renewable energy to optimally power and heat your structure.

Discover more: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/renewable/

Bridge has been at the heart of greenhouses for over four decades! 🌱

Since 1983, we have specialised in the field of commercial greenhouse facilities, renewable energy systems and vertical farming.

Through our constant strive to adopt the latest greenhouse growing technology, we have helped build innovative structures across the UK.

To learn more about the UK’s leading greenhouse specialists, visit our website.

Summer is finally here! ☀️

Sunshine and warm weather is a vital ingredient to ensure an optimised crop yield.

However, overwatering from heavy rainfall and withering from high summer heat are possible challenges that British growers can face!

When growing under glass, there is no need to rely on the unreliable British weather!

With modern greenhouse designs, environmental control technology can be implemented to ensure your plants have the correct temperature, sunlight and ventilation, along with a healthy amount of watering and humidity.

Interested in gaining full control over your crop growing environments? Discover more with Bridge: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/

Bridge Greenhouses can help handle your project from inception to completion!

Our specialist projects team have over 30 years of experience in all facets of greenhouse design and construction - meaning you can expect to receive the highest quality turnkey project.

Got a nursery design project in mind? Get in touch and we’ll be more than happy to discuss options.

Vertical farming is the process of growing plants in stacked soil beds inside a highly controlled facility – futuristic!

Although it may seem rather unnatural, vertical farming is actually a very sustainable method for growing crops with no chemicals or pesticides needed.

Also, with vertical farming, you can maximise yield with reliable year-round crop production.

Whether you are new to the market or are looking to expand your operations, Bridge Greenhouses have vertical farming solutions to meet your requirements.

Find out how our space-saving vertical farming solutions can benefit you: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/vertical-farming/

Gain precise control over your greenhouse environment!

Our specialist greenhouse electrics team have years of experience with electrical installations and custom-built control panels.

We can design, supply and install a natural integration point for all of your electrically controlled items to give you greater control over your greenhouse’s conditions.

To find out how you can gain the ultimate flexibility with your greenhouse operations, visit: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/services/ -control

Venlo structures are used by greenhouse growers across the globe! But what makes them so good?

Venlo greenhouses provide the benefits of:
✅ Cost-effective construction
✅ Expansion capabilities due to modular design
✅ Quick and efficient assembly

At Bridge, we have the ability to tailor these versatile greenhouses in order to achieve your optimal growing requirements.

For more info on our Venlo Greenhouses, click here: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/greenhouses/venlo-glasshouse-structures/

Need a highly controlled greenhouse environment for research and crop development?

Our FarmLAB Research Containers are enclosed research spaces with vertical plant growing sections that can be individually tailored to a specific crop and/or growth phase.

The FarmLAB is engineered based on the FarmFLEX, with upgrades for flexible LED lighting plans and extra software controls.

Find out more about our vertical farming solutions:
https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/vertical-farming/

Need better screen cloths for your greenhouse?

Using our range of thermal and shade screens, you can create near perfect growing environment for your plants while benefitting from an excess of 60% in energy savings.

With extensive experience in greenhouse growing environments, we can advise which screen cloth would be best suited for your requirements.

To discover more about our energy-saving screen cloths, visit: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/screens/screen-cloths/

Bridge Greenhouses are experts in designing glasshouse structures that create incredible garden retail spaces.

As well as being completely unique and aesthetically pleasing, our garden centre structures provide the optimal conditions for plant growth.

We are able to either customise a more standard commercial structures, or create completely bespoke designs, using double glazing and a variety of different cladding materials.

To find out on how we’ve been helping UK garden centres, read the full article here:
https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/bridge-greenhouses-help-uk-garden-centres-meet-growing-demand-with-bigger-and-better-structures/

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Using recycled materials, the Bridge Greenhouses team has created a new glasshouse facility for the University of Sussex.

With our help, the University of Sussex are now able to support their academics achieve new heights as they gather valuable data from plants grown under glass.

If you’re looking for a bespoke greenhouse project partner – our seasoned team of horticultural specialists will be by your side for tailored advice and support that brings your vision to life.

View the full project: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/projects/university-of-sussex-recycled-glasshouse-and-services/

Pests can be a major challenge for growers; adding insect screens to your vents can be the perfect solution to help with the battle, while minimising the need for chemicals!

Our insect screens are designed to reduce unwanted influence on ventilation and light, while safeguarding your plants from pesky insects!

Want to know more? Visit: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/screens/insect-screens/

Did you know that we also specialise in renewable heating systems?

Ground, water and air source heat pumps are an extremely discrete and low maintenance technology which provide growers with a reliable, sustainable and consistent source of heat 365 days a year.

With help from Bridge’s engineering team, we can manage the complete integration of your heat pump system, from design to installation.

To discover more about our heat pumps and other renewable heating systems, visit:
https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/renewable/

Using our vast experience of horticulture and optimising environments for crops, we can help researchers tailor a greenhouse structure to their specific plant needs with the option for a custom-controlled environment.

With countless research projects commissioned, we understand that the specifications for universities, schools, and research organisations may be a little different compared to standard commercial greenhouses.

Find out more on how Bridge can revolutionise your horticultural research facility: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/greenhouses/research-study-glasshouse-structures/

Being involved in greenhouse installation, it’s a pleasure to see that a glasshouse in Nottinghamshire dating back 110 years has been reopened after an impressive restoration!

The 137-metre structure was in refurbishment from August last year with major timber repairs and over 800 panes of glass removed and cleaned.

Read the full article:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-68788932

At Bridge Greenhouses, we have plenty of experience in the restoration of glasshouse structures and we can appreciate the effort and care that’s gone into reinstating such a beautiful historic structure!

Clumber Park: Historic glasshouse reopens after £250k restoration The National Trust says more than 800 panes of glass on the structure were removed and cleaned.

Repurposed glasshouses are a cost-effective way to expand an existing site or create a new production facility - not to mention the sustainable benefits it entails by re-using materials!

At Bridge Greenhouses, we are able to provide advice throughout the design process, as well as comparing costs between new and used structures to ensure you will benefit from the best returns and optimal production.

For more information on how repurposed materials can be used for glasshouses, click here: https://www.bridgegreenhouses.co.uk/greenhouses/repurposed-glasshouses/