Feeding a growing global population in the face of climate change, resource scarcity, and shifting environmental conditions is one of the greatest challenges of our time. The solution lies in innovation – not only in agriculture but also in the technology that supports it. One key enabler: plant growth chambers.
Unlike greenhouses, plant growth chambers provide researchers with complete control over temperature, humidity, light intensity, and more. This precision allows scientists to simulate future climate scenarios, accelerate growth cycles, and test plant resilience under extreme conditions. The result? Faster development of crops that can withstand drought, heat, and other environmental stresses.
New crop types must be able to thrive under unpredictable weather. They also need to use nutrients efficiently and deliver stable yields. By shortening breeding cycles and enabling targeted research, growth chambers are helping to secure the future of global food supply.
Our commitment to this mission is currently on display at the Science Museum in London, as part of the exhibition “The Future of Food”. In collaboration with NIAB (National Institute of Agricultural Botany), Weiss Technik showcases a state-of-the-art plant SCG120 growth chamber, demonstrating how controlled environments empower agricultural research. Visitors can experience firsthand how technology and biology come together to shape sustainable food systems.
Fitotron® and the SGC120: Precision in Practice
At Weiss Technik, we design advanced plant growth chambers that combine precise climate control with energy efficiency and intuitive operation. Our solutions enable scientists to unlock the genetic potential of plants and pave the way for a more resilient and sustainable future. Weiss Technik’s Fitotron® product range is designed to meet the highest standards of plant research. These chambers provide precise control over environmental conditions, ensuring reproducible results for experiments on plant growth, stress tolerance, and breeding.
One highlight is the Fitotron® SGC120, a compact yet powerful growth chamber ideal for research institutions and universities.
Key features include:
- Temperature range: from sub-ambient to high heat for stress testing
- Programmable light spectra: simulating day/night cycles and seasonal variations, also with LEDs
- Humidity control: for realistic climate simulations
- Energy-efficient design: reducing operational costs without compromising performance
The SGC120 is widely used for studies on crop resilience, genetic optimization, and sustainable agriculture making it a cornerstone for future-oriented plant science.
Feel free to contact us to discuss your research needs.