Exlterra announces launch of NEPS technology
HAZEL PARK, Mich. – August 14, 2018 – Exlterra today launched NEPS – Nutrient Enrichment Passive System, a unique subsoil technology that enhances the growth, vitality, and yield of trees in a sustainable way. NEPS is the latest innovation of Exlterra’s growing portfolio of sustainable environmental technologies.
NEPS is a series of polyethylene extrusions that are installed underground around a tree, regardless of the type of soil, climate, or elevation. The system allows access to nutrients that are present deep in the soil but are inaccessible to trees roots. As a result, a tree with NEPS grows stronger, healthier, and generates better yield in both quality and quantity.
Utilizing Exlterra’s light and agile HAZL drill rig, NEPS can be installed in even the smallest of areas where land space is at a premium. Installation is completed quickly, with little surface disruption, and no mess.
This system is a unique tool for urban foresters, landscapers, and commercial/residential tree owners. Users will see increased survival rates on newly planted trees, a thicker and denser canopy, better air quality, and gorgeous scenery. Fruit growers will gain the same benefits in addition to an increase in yield and a better tasting, nutrient dense fruit.
“I always wanted to develop something to help trees grow bigger and healthier. NEPS is my answer, and the implications of this technology are huge,” said Andrew Niemczyk, NEPS’s creator and Exlterra’s founder. “This is big and I’m excited to introduce another positive tool for the environment.”
The NEPS technology has been demonstrated in several pilot sites in the United States and Switzerland, yielding strong results. After installation, NEPS has shown to increase the vitality and canopy density of struggling urban trees and led to stronger growth in both orchard trees and in a selective vineyard plot.
“The launch of NEPS is another important milestone for Exlterra to fulfill its long-term vision,” said Frank Muller, CEO of Exlterra. “NEPS is another demonstration of Exlterra’s unique know how in environmental science. It will generate worldwide attention thanks to its truly innovative and sustainable qualities.”
Exlterra Inc. has already revolutionized water management with the invention and introduction of the energy-passive groundwater recharge product in 2010. Today, Exlterra continues to develop new technologies and products to tackle the planet’s leading environmental challenges. It is the objective of Exlterra to invent powerful solutions and generate significant environmental, economic, and social value. Visit www.exlterra.com to learn more.
Contact: Frank Muller / frank.muller@exlterra.com / +1 (248) 268-2336
