The Da Ros Potting Machine I5 is a compact, high-performance potting machine and the go-to choice for nurseries where speed, accuracy and operator safety are critical. Designed for medium to large operations, the I5 delivers consistent potting with minimal setup time and effortless changeover between pot sizes.
An electronic interface control panel allows operators to create and store programs for different pot sizes, set pot counts, adjust potting speed, conveyor speed, soil feed volume, drill depth and drill direction. Built-in alarms alert operators if soil levels or the pot denester are running low, helping maintain continuous production and reduce unnecessary stoppages.
The I5 is engineered for precision, making it ideal for accurately feeding follow-on equipment such as transplanters. With health and safety front of mind, the machine features an enclosed potting carousel and guards on moving parts to maximise operator protection.
Suitable for both round and square pots from, the I5 can achieve production rates of up to 4,000 pots per hour (based on 8cm pots). Requiring no pneumatic input and operating almost silently, it’s a powerful yet operator-friendly solution for high-demand nursery environments.
KEY FEATURES
- Compact, high-output electronic potting machine
- Electronic interface for programmable pot sizes and production settings
- Fast, effortless changeover between pot sizes
- Adjustable potting speed, conveyor speed and soil feed volume
- Programmable drill depth and drill direction
- Built-in alarms for low soil levels and pot denester supply
- Enclosed potting carousel with safety guarding
- Quiet operation with no pneumatic requirements
- Ideal for feeding transplanters and downstream equipment
STANDARD MACHINE COMPOSITION
- 1000 - 1500L hopper
- Suitable for pots between 8–24cm
- Production capacity up to 4,000 pots/hour (depending on pot type)
- 1.6m automatic pot in-feed conveyor
- 3m pot take-off conveyor with 1900mm tray holder
- Spare drills: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9cm
- Stainless steel soil elevator paddles
- Mounted on adjustable feet
- Weight: 1,150kg
OPTIONAL
- Large drill set: 10, 12 & 14cm
- Rear soil exit door with conveyor reverse function
- Wheels for short displacement
- Pot take-off conveyor up to 6m
- Large pot accumulation table (1800mm diameter)
- Pot watering tunnel
- Additional options available on request