Abstract: A grid framework structure configured to support one or more robotic load handling devices includes: a grid structure having a first set of parallel grid members extending in a first direction and a second set of parallel grid members extending in a second direction to form a grid pattern of grid cells; a track system; and a supporting framework structure for supporting the grid structure above ground to create a storage space for containers such that load handling devices can lift containers through a grid cell; wherein: the supporting framework structure includes a plurality of prefabricated modular panels.

Abstract: A data collection and monitoring system for assessing a crop of living organisms in a controlled environment farming system is provided. The collection and monitoring system includes a data collection device having an imaging capability, a depth sensor capability, and one or more environment sensors; and a data processor receiving collected data from the data collection device, wherein based on collected data the data processor provides topographical mapped information of an imaged area combined with collected environmental data as an output.

Abstract: A modular growth unit for forming a three dimensional extendible structure, the modular growth unit including a top wall, a bottom wall and sidewalls to define a box like structure. The top and bottom walls include an interlocking feature to interlock modular growth units when placed in a stack. The bottom wall has a rim to define a growth tray for receiving a growth medium for living organisms. The top wall supports a lighting unit to radiate light within at least one spectral region associated with the growing living organisms. A sidewall window has an opening extending into an interior space of the box-like structure so that the interior space is accessible.

Abstract: A grow tray including a perimeter wall and a base. The base includes an irrigation opening extending through the base for allowing fluid to enter and leave the grow tray. The base is couplable to a conduit to allow fluid communication between the conduit and the base via the irrigation opening.

Abstract: A farming system suitable for hydroponic farming. The farming system has a support structure with a tray-receiving location for receiving a grow tray, and an irrigation system for supplying fluid to and draining fluid from the tray-receiving location. The irrigation system has a tray conduit couplable to the bottom of a grow tray when located in the tray-receiving location to allow fluid communication between the tray conduit and the grow tray via an irrigation opening extending through the base of the grow tray. The irrigation system is configured and arranged to both supply fluid to and drain fluid from the grow tray via the tray conduit.

Abstract: A farming system suitable for hydroponic farming. The farming system has a support structure with a tray-receiving location for receiving a grow tray, and an irrigation system for supplying fluid to and draining fluid from the tray-receiving location. The irrigation system has a tray conduit couplable to the bottom of a grow tray when located in the tray-receiving location to allow fluid communication between the tray conduit and the grow tray via an irrigation opening extending through the base of the grow tray. The irrigation system is configured and arranged to both supply fluid to and drain fluid from the grow tray via the tray conduit.

Abstract: A grow tray including a perimeter wall and a base. The base includes an irrigation opening extending through the base for allowing fluid to enter and leave the grow tray. The base is couplable to a conduit to allow fluid communication between the conduit and the base via the irrigation opening.

Abstract: A grid framework structure, configured to support one or more load handling devices, includes: a first set of grid members extending in a first direction and a second set of grid members extending in a second direction, to form a grid structure having grid cells. A plurality of vertical uprights create a storage space for storing containers in a stack such that load handling devices operative on the grid structure can lift containers through a grid cell from a stack below the grid structure. The vertical uprights are arranged such that a section of the grid structure including four adjoined grid cells is supported by five or fewer vertical uprights.

Abstract: A grid framework structure configured to support one or more load handling devices thereupon includes i) a grid structure including a plurality of grid cells; and ii) a load bearing framework, wherein the grid structure is suspended from the load bearing framework by three or more tension elements connected to a respective number of suspension points on the grid structure, each of the three or more tension elements having a length configured to suspend the grid structure in a substantially horizontal plane.

Abstract: A grid framework structure configured to support one or more robotic load handling devices includes: a grid structure having a first set of parallel grid members extending in a first direction and a second set of parallel grid members extending in a second direction to form a grid pattern of grid cells; a track system; and a supporting framework structure for supporting the grid structure above ground to create a storage space for containers such that load handling devices can lift containers through a grid cell; wherein: the supporting framework structure includes a plurality of prefabricated modular panels.

Abstract: A system for guiding the movement of one or more load handling devices in operation includes: a) a first set of parallel tracks and a second set of parallel tracks, the first and second sets of parallel tracks sharing a common track, each track of the first and second set of parallel tracks providing a track surface; and b) a first load handling device and a second load handling device, each having a wheel assembly engaging with the track surface and with the track surface of the common track; wherein each track of the first and second sets of parallel tracks include only two guide surfaces extending from the track surface for guiding the first and second load handing devices along their respective first and second sets of parallel tracks.

Abstract: A track for a grid framework structure configured to guide a load handling device operative to move one or more containers, the rid framework structure including a plurality of grid members converging or intersecting at nodes in a grid pattern to form a grid structure 40 including a plurality of grid cells. The track comprising a plurality of track sections mountable to the grid structure to form a track surface upon which the load handling devices may move on the grid structure, wherein each track section of the plurality of track sections is formed as a unitary body so as to provide a track surface extending in transverse directions.

Abstract: A grid framework structure configured to support one or more load handling devices includes a grid structure including a first set of grid members extending in a first direction and a second set of grid members extending in a second direction, the second set of grid members running transversely to the first set of grid members in a substantially horizontal plane in a grid pattern containing plural grid cells; plural vertical uprights supporting the grid structure; and an adjustable grid levelling mechanism for adjusting the level of the grid structure.

Abstract: Described is a broad spectrum, synergistic fungicidal composition when used for the preservation of a glued wood product comprising as active ingredients: (A) triadimefon, and (B) cyproconazole characterised in that the weight ratio of (A):(B) is from about 20:1 to about 1:1, the composition being further characterised in that the application rate for the composition is from about 10 gai/m3 to about 6,000 gai/m3.

Abstract: Described is a broad spectrum, synergistic fungicidal composition when used for the preservation of a glued wood product comprising as active ingredients: (A) triadimefon, and (B) cyproconazole characterised in that the weight ratio of (A):(B) is from about 20:1 to about 1:1, the composition being further characterised in that the application rate for the composition is from about 10 gai/m3 to about 6,000 gai/m3.

Abstract: Described is a broad spectrum, synergistic fungicidal composition when used for the preservation of a glued wood product comprising as active ingredients: (A) triadimefon, and (B) cyproconazole characterized in that the weight ratio of (A):(B) is from about 20:1 to about 1:1, the composition being further characterized in that the application rate for the composition is from about 10 gai/m3 to about 6,000 gai/m3.

Abstract: Described is a broad spectrum, synergistic fungicidal composition when used for the preservation of a glued wood product comprising as active ingredients: (A) triadimefon, and (B) cyproconazole characterised in that the weight ratio of (A):(B) is from about 20:1 to about 1:1, the composition being further characterised in that the application rate for the composition is from about 10 gai/m3 to about 6,000 gai/m3