VersiSTEP INTEGRATED CONTROL

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1 VersiSTEP INTEGRATED CONTROL Meet the brains behind your operation. Built to manage the sophisticated cannabis environment, VersiSTEP controls light levels, CO2, light dep, irrigation, cooling and heating for up to eight zones. Partner with our Satellite control to make it even more powerful. VersiSTEP offers powerful integration for your complex growing environment. Sophisticated sensors offer precision control: light levels CO2 humidity temperature cooling heating 1-8 zone control 3 setpoint periods day, night and DIF 24 relay outputs with manual override switches 16 additional outputs when you order the VersiSTEP Satellite Replaceable 10 amp DPDT relays, can operate a wide variety of equipment these relays reduce the cost of your contactor panel 4 analog outputs (0 to 10VDC) to control variable-speed fans and modulating valves 32 analog input channels for connecting light, CO2, humidity and temperature sensors 8 digital detector channels sense precipitation, wind speed and direction Records the status of all inputs and outputs in 15-minute increments Alarm outputs: temperature, humidity and power failure Large display includes menu-driven choices and graphic functions Keypad for easy operation Durable corrosion-resistant cabinet with locking door protects your control Cabinet size: 32" x 24" x 5" REQUIRES Solar-guarded aspirated temperature and humidity sensor and 100' of cable

2 STEPsaver SOFTWARE Add the convenience of remote access to your environmental control allowing you to manage your greenhouse and monitor conditions from your Smartphone or computer. STEPsaver provides a single view of all of your greenhouse zones and offers advanced data logging and analysis tools to help you manage your crop. STEPsaver as a Productivity Tool Multiple Document Interface allows you to view and cross reference information like setpoints, or make comparisons between zones Allows for remote consultation and training Provides an arena for learning full capabilities of your VersiSTEP STEPsaver s powerful tools help you view, interpret and manage greenhouse climate data and settings at the control or remotely View conditions for the entire greenhouse range at a glance Allows you to see and change the settings for any controller in any zone Not limited to a single user/computer. No extra charge or subscription fees for sites with a Local Area Network Remote access allow you to monitor and change greenhouse conditions from your Smartphone, tablet or computer STEPsaver Imaging provides a comprehensive snapshot of settings so you can replicate previous success STEPsaver as an Analysis Tool STEPsaver expands the graphing power of your Wadsworth integrated control Analyze sensors and equipment usage Compare data between zones Filter data to pinpoint every entry, or broaden view to a few points that represent hours or an entire day. Spot long-term trends by hiding detail Create custom graphs to analyze sensor readings, equipment use and weather Download data STEPsaver as a Management Tool Transfer and store data Built-in reporting tools Monitor and manage your energy consumption Confirm that systems are running as expected View the average temperature and humidity for day, night and DIF Manage access to settings with user names and passwords SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Windows XP (32 bit only), Windows 7 and Windows 8 (32 and 64 bit) 1 GIG of RAM 500 MB available hard disk space

3 Light Deprivation Curtains We re not afraid of the dark And why would we be? With over 40-years of experience in light deprivation and blackout curtains, we are your first choice for optimum darkness and reliability. Our projects are individually engineered to provide a perfect fit every time. Greenhouses are designed to accommodate plant growth by allowing in sunlight. Transforming that setting to a total blackout, light deprivation environment requires Wadsworth s knowledge and expertise. However, greenhouses do not provide the same level of darkness found in a grow room. Growth chambers will never offer the free sunlight of a greenhouse. Our light deprivation systems are dark below one unit of PAR (see chart). Because humans perceive light and plants utilize light, the measurement of the two aren t equivalent. Human perception of light is measured in Luminance and useable light for plants is measured in PAR (Photosynthetically Active Radiation). Humans can perceive light in an environment in which plants find no workable light. Necessary darkness levels required for cannabis continue to be studied by horticulturalists. A greenhouse using our light deprivation system may have pinhole leaks. If you desire darkness beyond what curtain systems can offer, a growth chamber may be your best choice. We have been successfully providing light deprivation systems for a variety of light sensitive crops for over 40-years and we believe our systems are the best. Total control over day length for light-sensitive plants Fabric humidity control keeps moisture from condensing on the curtain Custom engineering on every project All curtain systems have a firebreak or are flame retardant fabric Curtain is UV stable Long-life, high quality fabric Positive drive rack and pinion system means no cables to adjust Fabric glides between stationary stainless steel lines Built-in safety limits protect your system Small bundle size ensures minimal shade when the system is uncovered Flexible design allows for easy installation for new construction and retrofit projects Effective cooling when a reflective upper surface is chosen Energy savings Comparison of two-layer and three-layer systems: Dr. David Story, a staff researcher with Wadsworth Controls, collected light readings from two cannabis greenhouses under cloudless, early November Colorado skies. He compared an A+B (aluminum, black cloth) design two-layer system to an A+B+B (aluminum, black cloth, black cloth) three-layer system. (See table on page 2). Story, D. A white paper analysis of two blackout greenhouse curtain systems (Wadsworth Control Systems, 2014). Available at Conditions and results: All readings have been filtered for the most accurate data GREENHOUSE 1: Three-layer product: aluminum fabric on the top with two layers of blackout fabric below (A+B+B) Outdoor solar light level reading of µmoles m-2 s -1 Spectrometer computed: µmoles m-2 s Light Reduction: 99.98% GREENHOUSE 2: Two-layer product: aluminum fabric on the top blackout fabric on the bottom (A+B) Outdoor solar light level reading of µmoles m-2 s The spectrometer indicated µmole m-2 s-1 Light reduction was 99.93% New readings will be collected and analyzed in this ongoing study, as is the gathering of solid data regarding the needs of the cannabis crop. Comparison of light level readings relative to 1 PAR Greenhouse 1 Three-layer Greenhouse 2 Two-layer 1 PAR

4 Light deprivation system products Our light deprivation (blackout) curtains are made of LS Svensson Obscura fabric. We offer several configurations available in a double layer or triple layer structure FB A+B FB A+B+B FB A+BW Top layer is aluminum. Bottom layer is black. Top layer is aluminum. Second layer is black. Bottom layer is black. Top layer is aluminum. Bottom layer is black with white on the reverse. Aluminum top layer reflects sunlight and offers heat retention at night. Aluminum top layer reflects sunlight and offers heat retention at night. This product has an added layer of blackout cloth. Aluminum top layer reflects sunlight and offers heat retention at night. White bottom layer scatters light improving the effectiveness of supplemental lighting. FB Firebreak signifies a 16 band of cloth at the stationary and moving ends of the system that are flame retardant, which inhibits fire from spreading from between panels of fabric. FB Firebreak signifies a 16 band of cloth at the stationary and moving ends of the system that are flame retardant, which inhibits fire from spreading from between panels of fabric. FB Firebreak signifies a 16 band of cloth at the stationary and moving ends of the system that are flame retardant, which inhibits fire from spreading from between panels of fabric. In Wadsworth s study, this is the fabric used in greenhouse 2. In Wadsworth s study, this is the fabric used in greenhouse 1. An additional layer of blackout cloth can be added to this configuration.

5 Something new under the sun Introducing Seed A remarkable new touchscreen climate control with a user interface that makes managing multiple zones child s play. Engineered for power; designed for ease. Highly responsive touchscreen technology Graphic interface provides extensive information at a glance Navigate easily with a swipe of the screen Design accommodates beginners and experts Seamless access from multi-zone home screen to detailed settings for individual equipment Color coding indicates each zone s status, allowing an overview of multiple zones from the home screen All screens feature: Time periods Sensor readings Banner image with outdoor conditions, rain, snow, day or night Data from Weather Station (temp, humidity, wind speed & direction and PAR) Sunrise and sunset tracking Current Conditions screen displays comprehensive information for each zone including: STATUS listing of each equipment s current conditions WHY CODE listing displays reason for equipment status Desired temperature range Current temperature View equipment settings, overrides, lockout and setpoints from a single screen Intuitive programming directs user to appropriate screen based on equipment functionality (e.g. curtains heating, solar, cooling) Tracks Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD) and Accumulated Solar Intensity (DLI) in a variety of units Based on the above tracking, controller will respond with supplemental lighting and irrigation View and adjust each zone s time periods from a single screen Adjust settings in the greenhouse, at the control Select multiple sensors and equipment to graph on Charting screen Charting screen tracks equipment usage and sensor readings over a 7-day period Graph data can be viewed from a single week down to hourly increments, and anything in-between Small cabinet allows for easy installation Modular design allows for easy expansion of inputs/outputs Photo: Chris Beytes

6 Make every drop count Smart watering practices are something every grower understands. Crops depend on it; costs demand it. Our VersiSTEP control manages irrigation needs while maintaining the perfect growing climate. 3 independent, but integrated settings fine tune irrigation elapsed time down to the second accumulated light accumulated Vapor Pressure Gradient (VPG) VersiSTEP interfaces with fertigation injectors using a standard solenoid valve regulated through the control's irrigation program. The injector makes the decision for dose and the control manages the watering schedule Coordinate your available water pressure and volume to do more watering in the time available Be sure the benches that have waited longest for water are irrigated first Accommodates individual schedules for as many as 24 valves using VersiSTEP. Partner Wadsworth's Satellite for an additional 16 valves for a total of 40 valves. STEPsaver software allows remote access to your greenhouse Large, backlit screen A user interface that s simple to use with easy to navigate menus BENEFITS Increase profits by using water, fertilizer and other treatments efficiently Let your expert personnel have their hands and eyes on the crop, not a watering wand Better crop quality Decreased waste and associated costs Trust Wadsworth to design beyond your expectations.

7 Hydroponics and Marijuana Unlock the world of hydroponic cannabis growing with our high-performance VersiSTEP controller. Basing irrigation on time, humidity, light levels and vapor-pressure gradient (VPG), VersiSTEP uses your settings to analyze and respond to the growing environment creating the perfect climate conditions. Data readings provide information to determine the exact amount of water you want your crop to receive, while managing lights, CO2, humidity, temperature, cooling and heating. VersiSTEP is flexible enough to control all aspects of your growing environment, including monitoring outdoor weather conditions. Combining the VersiSTEP controller with STEPsaver software enables remote access and allows you to monitor and manage your crop remotely. The VersiSTEP control arrives preprogrammed and ready to go; fine tune settings to suit your environment 3 setpoint periods day, night and DIF Large display screen with menu-driven choices and graphing functions Keypad for easy operation relay outputs with manual override switches Analog input channels for connecting light, CO2, RH and temperature sensors Digital detector channels sense precipitation, wind speed and wind direction Records the status of all inputs and outputs in 15-minute increments Alarm outputs: temperature, RH and power failure Replaceable 10 amp DPDT relays can operate a wide variety of equipment. These relays reduce the cost of your contactor panel Durable corrosion-resistant cabinet with locking door protects your control