Description
The Joraform rotary composter is also known by its technical name JK270, or more affectionately as 'Big Pig'. We can't believe how quick and efficient this composter is. It takes up very little room and composts so fast you struggle to keep it full. No rodent problems or strong smells, fits easily in a small garden. You can even add cooked meat and fish waste! This unique digester is a home composting system that will recycle household food waste and garden waste of up to 2.5kgs daily.
The "Big Pig" digester is like a large mechanical stomach that literally digests the organic matter you feed it. A fully insulated, 116cm x 88.6cm bin that bolts on to the side of your house, it’s clean, self-contained, and it turns food waste into rich compost faster than the average household can fill it.
The Big Pig is so well insulated that the internal temperature reaches around 75 degrees centigrade. At that kind of temperature the micro-organisms work so fast that you can almost see the food breaking down before your eyes
Dimensions of Composter drum: 91cm wide x 76cm deep
Dimensions of complete unit on Frame: 130cm high x base of frame 114cm wide x 72cm deep
Composting
Composting occurs at temperature intervals of+2 to +78C. Different micro-organisms work at different temperature intervals. Higher temperatures give a higher degree of hygienic composting, and are, therefore, more favourable. With equal moisture distribution and oxygen configuration in the Little Pig unit, plus with continued addition of waste, the temperature will rise to 65-75C. You don't have to buy a thermometer, as you will see the steam rising from the contents. In fact, it can get too hot to bury your hand in it - should you wish to do so!
Two Compartments for Maximum Results
The digester is divided into two compartments, this means that you can stagger production and always have a ready supply of compost!
Features & Benefits:
'Continuous-use' dual chamber composter
Durable, rust proof galvanized steel construction
Holds: 270 litres of compost
(7.5 cubic feet (60 gallons) of compost)
Operating capacity: 25-30 litres per week
(4-7.5 gallons per week)
Side vents provide aeration, and speed up composting
Reduces or eliminates odours
Fully-enclosed and pest resistant
Rodent proof - elevated so rodents cannot access waste
Set up to be either freestanding or mounted
Construction:
Exterior: galvanized, powder-coated steel panels
Insulation: 2.16" polyethylene - a stable, non-toxic plastic
Stand: galvanized steel
Stainless steel hardware
Remember these units come in a box and need to be assembled however we have a great YouTube Video on our channel about how to assemble them which is definitely worth watching before assembly. We also supply it ready assembled for convenience here.
Rotating Compost:
Easy to rotate - simply turn by hand after adding waste
Fresh waste is brought into direct contact with decaying waste
Adds air to the mixture, providing oxygen that is vital for the process
Instructions
Operating Instructions:
Joraform Composter Operating Instructions
