The Dirt on Polyethylene
Our competitors boast that their drums are, “constructed of non-corrosive polyethylene material for durability and long life compared to mild steel drums.”
There’s a reason nobody ever says
“Nerves of polyethylene,”
“Polyethylene-toed boots,”
or, “The Man of Polyethylene”
This is why……
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The BIOvator® is made of galvanized and stainless steel. You know, “STEEL,” a word synonymous with hard, durable, unflinching, strong. We make the
BIOvator® out of steel, so that it can stand up to wind, rain, hail, heat and cold, and the wear and tear of industry. We make it out of steel so that it doesn’t split open.
For children’s toys and margarine tubs, polyethylene is fine. For high-volume organic waste management for your business — stick with steel.
October 27, 2011
University of Winnipeg puts the BIOvator® to the test, by joining The Forks compositing initiative.
Nioex is extremely pleased to announce that the University of Winnipeg is partnering with The Forks Renewal Corporation to send all campus food scraps, and biodegradable containers and cutlery to be composted in The Forks' BIOvator®.
“This partnership allows for a neighbourhood-level solution to waste management, and helps us fulfill our mutual deep commitment to sustainable practices,” said Dr. Lloyd Axworthy, President and Vice-Chancellor, UWinnipeg.
The new partnership is a big step forward toward a greener downtown, with more sustainable organic waste management practices — and the BIOvator® is leading the way!
“We’re very excited at the prospect of doubling the BIOvator® ‘s current load at The Forks site,” said Nioex President, and BIOvator® supplier, Shawn Compton, “This is the first and largest urban composting project in Western Canada, and we hope this partnership is just the beginning of large-scale composting in Winnipeg – we’re ready for the challenge.”
Read the full article on the Manitoba Chamber of Commerce website.
August 11, 2011
Cal Funk joins the Nioex Team as Business Development Manager
Nioex Systems Inc. welcomes Cal Funk to the team as our new Business Development Manager. Cal has attended and completed the University of Guelph Extension Program, ANAC/University of Guelph Feed Advisors Certificate Program, the Richard Ivey School of Business, and the Insights Discovery Program. Cal’s career includes three years marketing specialized agricultural equipment internationally, eight years managing and directing the activities of a privately owned company with over 100 employees, and 16 years driving production and marketing efforts for one of Western Canada’s fastest-growing agribusinesses.
Cal’s primary responsibility as Business Development Manager is bringing leadership to all of our marketing activities outside of the United States. Cal welcomes the opportunity to work with Nioex in promoting our company's unique composting technology.
New promotional video!
Check out a new video featuring Biovator.
From Hog Farms to the Forks Market:Manitoba firm’s organic waste composters go green
Since 2004, the BIOvatorTM composter from Manitoba-based Nioex Systems Inc. has become widely embraced by hog and poultry farms throughout North America for its environmentally sound animal mortality management. In its most recent application, a trial phase at The Forks Market in Winnipeg, the BIOvatorTM was tested for its ability to turn nearly 320 tonnes of annual garbage into green friendly reusable organic compost.
Click here to download press release.
Articles featuring the BIOvatorTM
World Pork Expo Audio-Biosecurity Fuels Fuels Interest in BIOvatorTM
Shawn Compton with Nioex Systems Inc. discusses interest in in-vessel composting among producers attending World Pork Expo.
http://www.farmscape.ca/2009/6/compton-090605.mp3
* Farmscape is a presentation of Sask Pork and Manitoba Pork Council
North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service (PDF)
Canadian Poultry Magazine (PDF)
The award winning BIOvatorTM has received:
- The Environmental Stewardship Award from the Manitoba Pork Council
- The Canadian Innovations Award for Sustainable Development
- The F.X. Ahern Prize for Innovative Pork Production from the Banff Pork Seminar
From Hog Farms to the Forks Market:Manitoba firm’s organic waste composters go green
Since 2004, the BIOvatorTM composter from Manitoba-based Nioex Systems Inc. has become widely embraced by hog and poultry farms throughout North America for its environmentally sound animal mortality management. In its most recent application, a trial phase at The Forks Market in Winnipeg, the BIOvatorTM was tested for its ability to turn nearly 320 tonnes of annual garbage into green friendly reusable organic compost.
Click here to download press release.
BIO316 now available
After six months of R&D and design deliberation, the new BIO316 is now available. The new 3’ x 16’ model was designed for the smaller animal unit facilities as well as the non-mortality organic markets such as grocery and restaurant outlets.
The BIO316 utilizes the same proven techn
pe="> iny_mce/themes/advanced/langs/en.js" type="text/javascript"> ology as Nioex’s current BIOvatorTM models but on a smaller scale. Its compact design creates a unique combination of product capacity and space utilization. The BIO316 will compost up to 150 pounds of organic waste per day.
Contact us or one of our dealers for more information and pricing and to learn how BIOvatorTM can work for you.
Smaller BIOvatorTM model to launch in sp;September 2009
A smaller version of the BIOvatorTM, ideal for poultry farms, restaurants, resorts, fisheries and compost sites will be available Fall 2009. Watch for product info in the BIOvator section, scheduled for release Sept. 15th. Please contact us for details.
BIOvatorTM costs eligible for subsidy
In many cases, the BIOvatorTM is an eligible product for subsidy through the Canadian National Farm Stewardship Program, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Contact us and we can help you to learn how.
Fire destroys barn, but not the BIOvatorTM
A 1200 sow barn near Regina was completely destroyed by fire. Thankfully no employees were hurt. The only thing left standing was t heir all-steel BIOvatorTM, which required very minor repairs. A testament to its durability and strength.
BIOvatorTM featured on www.pigsite.com
The BIOvatorTM was recently featured on this leading online news and technical resource to the global swine industry. It includes interviews with several current customers and how they benefit using our product. See the article at http://www.thepigsite.com/swinenews/18745/invessel-composting-for-biosecure-deadstock
New continuous flow BIOvatorTM model
A new continuous flow end-load BIOvatorTM model is currently in development and testing. Ideal for cattle ranches, slaughterhouses and other high-capacity facilities, the new model will be available in 2010. Please contact us for more information.