PREMIUM MATERIALS
We commit to using only durable materials that will outlive warranty period by years if not decades.Plantee Innovations
in a nutshell
- HAND ASSEMBLED IN THE CZECH REPUBLICPlantee and all its accessories have been developed and are manufactured and shipped from the Czech Republic in the EU.
- 5 YEARS OF RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENTMore than 50 people have been working on Plantee since 2019 to deliver you a product of unprecedented quality.
SINCE 2021Our story
Meet Ondra and Dan, the passionate founders and CEOs of Plantee Innovations! Ondra, who initially worked as an electrical engineer, established Plantee in 2021 after spending 5 years in the field of nuclear physics. His expertise in developing devices for monitoring radioactivity has earned him a stellar reputation, and his products have been delivered to various locations throughout Europe, including CERN, the European Center for Nuclear Research in Geneva, Switzerland.
Combining his love for high-tech gadgets with his passion for gardening, Ondra embarked on designing the most advanced indoor greenhouse the world has ever seen. As the mastermind behind Plantee's electronic circuitry, Ondra is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the growing performance of Plantee are exemplary.
Dan is the dynamic force behind Plantee’s stunning design. With a background as a space rocket engineer, Dan's path crossed with Ondra's in an unexpected place - a curling rink! They quickly hit it off and worked together on Ondra's first startup in the field of atomic physics. When Ondra founded Plantee, Dan knew he had to be a part of it.
Bringing his expertise in cutting-edge design tools from the world of rocket science, Dan joined Plantee Innovations as the Chief Designer and Mechanical Engineer. He's the creative mind behind Plantee's impressive look, making sure that the company's vision is perfectly translated into every aspect of their products.
What the founders have to say
"I've always loved experimenting with different conditions for my plants, but when I got one thing right, the others just backfired. I thought I can’t be the only one who struggles, but there seemed to be no product on the market providing a comprehensive solution that controls and maintains the optimal environment for growing plants" says Ondra Zbytek, CEO and co-founder of Plantee Innovations.
"So, as an electrical engineer and entrepreneur, I decided to change that and invent a solution that would make any plant at home never struggle again. And that solution is Plantee," adds Zbytek.
How we make Plantee
Right from the start, our goal for Plantee was to create a top-of-the-line product that provides exceptional value to our customers. That's why we made sure to hand-assemble each unit in the heart of Europe, the Czech Republic, to ensure it meets the highest quality standards.
Our team uses premium anodized aluminum for the chassis and in-house robotic assembly for the printed circuit boards, resulting in a level of quality that is unparalleled. Despite its sophisticated features, Plantee's design remains user-friendly and straightforward.
Environmental commitments
Long-lasting design
A long-lasting design was a crucial factor in designing Plantee, and we therefore selected only durable materials. For example, the chassis itself is made from aluminium that lasts for incredibly long amounts of time. We not only use long-lasting materials but also durable electronics components, such as custom-made LEDs rated for 10+ years and fans equipped with magnetic bearings.
But still, we went even further. No components are irreplaceable! And for components with a higher probability of wearing out over time, we used quick-disconnect connectors which allow end-users to easily replace components without any special tools or skills.
To support and promote lean manufacturing and agile design, we use FDM 3D printing technology for easy printing of spare parts anywhere from open access printing files, thereby minimizing dependency on the original manufacturer.
Reusability and recyclability
When we designed Plantee, we wanted use materials in the product which support maximum possible recycling. We therefore selected recyclable single materials, such as aluminium,
and single-type plastics which end-users can easily separate and place into suitable recycling containers or collection points. The materials we use are easily identifiable and widely recognized as easily recyclable throughout the world.
Sustainable materials
Plantee is committed to sustainability. We use nontoxic materials only. These materials are generally considered food-safe and do not contain any micro plastics. All the electronic parts we use in Plantee (PCBs included) comply with the strict RoHS directive which bans the use of mercury, cadmium, lead, and other toxic heavy metals to protect the environment. Our packaging is also paper-based and covered in single-colour water-soluble ink which poses no environmental risks.
To further maximize sustainability and promote the product’s longevity, we have a “no vendor lock-in” policy. Under this policy, Plantee works with any soil or seed products. Users will therefore not become dependent on the company for consumables and can save shipping costs and support local soil and seed producers.
Sustainable Distribution
To minimize the effect of the transportation carbon footprint, we have optimized the packaging to be as small as possible, yet durable and stackable. Plantee’s top cover contains a lot of empty space reserved for growth of the future plant. To reduce the transportation footprint, this space is used to pack user accessories.
Many products delivered around the world often include country-specific electronic adaptors when only one is needed. To avoid such waste, we only add the country-specific power cable just before the package is shipped. For example, customers in the USA will only receive a local power plug, not European plugs which are useless to them, and vice versa.
