The HC Companies Dillen D801 Standard Insert - 8-Cell Black Bedding Plant Insert

Dillen D801 Standard Insert — 8-Cell Vacuum-Formed Nursery Container

Retooling flat inventory every time a crop needs a different cell count adds cost and complexity most propagation programs do not need. The HC Companies Dillen D801 Standard Insert delivers 8 cells arranged in a 8x1 grid across the standard 21in L x 10.5in W x 2.25in H footprint, so growers can shift cell counts within a single flat and bench system without changing anything else.

Vacuum-formed from durable black plastic, each insert features precision-burned drainage holes and die-cut trims that maintain consistent moisture management and air pruning across every cell. The standard 1020 footprint integrates with the broadest range of commercial flats, benching, and transport systems, making the D801 a dependable everyday insert for germination, propagation, and liner production.

Key Features & Benefits

• Standard 1020 footprint — 21in L x 10.5in W x 2.25in H drops into virtually all standard flats, bench systems, and carts without modification.
• 8-cell 8x1 layout — uniform grid maximizes bench density and simplifies stand counts across large production runs.
• Vacuum-formed construction — consistent wall thickness and cell geometry support predictable root development batch to batch.
• Precision-burned drainage holes — reliable drainage and air pruning prevent waterlogging and promote fibrous root structure.
• 1.71pt total liquid volume — cell volume retains adequate moisture between watering cycles for professional-scale production.

Who Should Use This

Commercial greenhouse growers, nursery managers, and propagation technicians running high-volume bedding plant, annual, perennial, vegetable, or herb programs will find the D801 a reliable daily-use insert that integrates directly into existing flat inventories.

About The HC Companies

The HC Companies, headquartered in Twinsburg, Ohio, manufactures plant containers and nursery inserts for greenhouse, nursery, retail, and commercial markets under a portfolio of heritage horticultural container brands, including Dillen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the D801 Standard Insert?

The insert measures 21in L x 10.5in W x 2.25in H, the standard 1020 footprint compatible with most commercial nursery flats. That shared footprint is what lets it swap in for other cell counts in the same series.

How many cells does the D801 hold?

8 cells in a 8x1 grid, with a total liquid volume of 1.71pt. Cell count is the main difference across the Dillen Standard Insert series.

Is this insert compatible with automated transplant equipment?

Yes, the uniform exterior profile and consistent cell dimensions allow reliable nesting and de-nesting on standard automated seeding and transplant lines. That consistency reduces jams and misfeeds on high-speed equipment.

What crops work best in this insert?

Bedding plants, annuals, perennials, herbs, and vegetables all work well in this format. Any crop that benefits from individual cell germination and controlled early-stage root development is a good fit.