What Adapt8 does

Adapt8, Inc. (formerly Adaptive Plastics, Inc.) is a Salem, Oregon-based manufacturer of greenhouse covering materials, pre-built hobby greenhouses, and tree protection products, founded approximately in 1993 and rebranded around 2014. The company's flagship product, Solexx, is a twin-wall insulated greenhouse covering made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) that delivers 100% diffuse light and an industry-leading R-value of 2.3 (5mm) / 2.1 (3.5mm), with a 10-year limited UV warranty. Adapt8 sells Solexx in continuous rolls up to 900 feet and pre-cut panels, five hobby greenhouse kit models (Gardener's Oasis, Garden Master, Harvester, Conservatory, Early Bloomer), corrugated plastic Tree Guards for orchard and nursery use, and specialized Hemp Greenhouses for the cannabis cultivation market. The product line is differentiated by 30+ years of proprietary material science, third-party research validation (CfAHR), and inclusion in the USDA ARS Virtual Grower software.

The company operates a direct-to-customer go-to-market model through its website with quote-based pricing, complemented by trade show presence at events like MJBiz Conference and Cultivate, and a content marketing blog. Customer segments span commercial greenhouse growers, hobby gardeners, hemp/cannabis cultivators, orchardists and nurserymen, and educational institutions. Adapt8 extends its commercial offering with fee-based REAP grant application assistance (USDA Rural Development program covering up to 50% of project costs, max $500,000) and benefits from Energy Trust of Oregon utility rebates. The company ships to all 50 US states and internationally from its Oregon manufacturing base, and is wholly owned by CEO Michelle Moore with no disclosed outside investment, acquisitions, or restructuring events.

Name

Adapt8

Legal name

Adapt8 Inc

Website

https://adapt8.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Adapt8 is a privately held Oregon-based manufacturer of Solexx twin-wall HDPE greenhouse covering, hobby greenhouse kits, and corrugated plastic tree guards, serving commercial growers, hobby gardeners, hemp cultivators, and orchardists across all 50 US states and internationally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Greenhouse Covering and Horticulture Manufacturing

NAICS

Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers (444), Blind and Shade Manufacturing (33792), Lawn and Garden Equipment and Supplies Retailers (4442)

SIC

Plastic Material, Synth Resin/Rubber, Cellulos (No Glass) (2820)

akta.pro primary industry

Greenhouse Structures & Construction (Frames, Glazing, Benches) (AFAAAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Agricultural & Horticultural Technical Textiles (Crop Covers/Shade Nets/Mulch Fabrics) (IMAOADAJ)

Keywords

• Greenhouse covering material
• Greenhouse kits
• Corrugated tree guards
• Horticulture manufacturing
• Diffuse light glazing

Headquarters

HQ city

Salem

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Solexx Greenhouse Covering Sales: Adapt8 manufactures and sells Solexx greenhouse covering material in various thicknesses (3.5mm and 5mm), widths, and lengths. Products are available as continuous rolls or pre-cut panels. Pricing is quote-based with volume discounts available.
2. Greenhouse Kits: Sale of complete Solexx hobby greenhouses including Gardener's Oasis, Garden Master, Harvester, Conservatory, and Early Bloomer models. These are manufactured greenhouses sold directly to hobby gardeners and commercial growers.
3. Tree Guards: Sale of corrugated plastic tree guards for protecting young trees and orchard stock from sunscald, frost, predators, and equipment damage. Available in standard sizes and custom configurations.
4. REAP Grant Application Assistance: Adapt8 offers fee-based assistance with USDA REAP grant applications, helping customers fund greenhouse energy efficiency improvements. The flat fee for application assistance can be applied directly to any Solexx order.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Adapt8 manufactures and sells Solexx greenhouse covering material, a twin-wall high-density polyethylene panel that delivers 100% diffuse light and an R-value of 2.3 for commercial and hobby greenhouses. The company also sells complete Solexx Hobby Greenhouse kits (five models), corrugated plastic Tree Guards for orchard protection, and specialized Hemp Greenhouses for cannabis cultivation, with REAP grant application assistance for commercial buyers.

Product overview

Adapt8 manufactures Solexx greenhouse covering material as its flagship product, along with pre-built Solexx Hobby Greenhouses in five models, corrugated plastic Tree Guards for orchard protection, and specialized Hemp Greenhouses for cannabis cultivation. Solexx is a twin-wall insulated polyethylene covering that provides diffuse light and high R-value insulation, while the hobby greenhouse kits integrate Solexx covering with composite framing. Tree Guards complement the product line for orchard and nursery customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Solexx: High-performance twin-wall polyethylene greenhouse covering material with diffuse light properties, 2.3R insulation value, and 10-year UV warranty. Flagship product of Adapt8.

Products and services

• Solexx Greenhouse Covering Twin-wall, insulated greenhouse covering made from high-density polyethylene plastic (HDPE) that provides diffuse light for accelerated plant growth, superior insulation with an R-value of 2.3, and durability against hail, wind, and snow with a 10-year limited UV warranty. Available in 3.5mm (Solexx XP) and 5mm (Solexx Pro) thicknesses, in continuous rolls up to 900 feet and pre-cut panels, for commercial greenhouse growers and hobby gardeners.
• Solexx Hobby Greenhouses Pre-built greenhouse kits manufactured by Adapt8, available in five models: Gardener's Oasis (best seller with shelving), Garden Master (extra headroom for tall plants), Harvester (wall-mounted, maximum insulation), Conservatory (tallest/widest for schools and commercial use), and Early Bloomer (starter greenhouse with open floorplan). Features composite framing, Solexx diffused light technology, and 10-year limited UV warranty for hobby gardeners and small commercial growers.
• Tree Guards Corrugated plastic tree guards designed to protect young tree bark from sunscald, frost cracking, predator damage (deer, rabbits), herbicide spraying, and equipment damage. Made from single-wall polypropylene with white exterior and black interior, reusable and available in standard sizes (24\"x8\", 16\"x12\", 32\"x12\", 48\"x12\") with custom sizes available by quote for commercial orchards and nurseries.
• Hemp Greenhouses Specialized greenhouse solutions optimized for cannabis and hemp cultivation using Solexx covering. Features diffuse light for uniform bud development, 2.3 R-value insulation for energy efficiency, privacy screening, and protection from harsh weather. Suitable for breeders, nurseries, and CBD growers seeking year-round production.
• REAP Grant Application Assistance Fee-based assistance service for USDA REAP (Rural Energy for America Program) grant applications, helping commercial greenhouse growers fund energy efficiency improvements. The flat fee can be applied directly to any Solexx order and grants can cover up to 50% of project costs with maximum awards of $500,000.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 25% faster plant growth through diffuse light technology
• +10 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and minor.

• USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS)coreTechnology or Integration · 10 October 2012USDA ARS added Solexx Twin-Wall polyethylene greenhouse covering to their Virtual Grower software, allowing growers to compare energy costs and insulation values. This official government validation positions Solexx as an industry standard.
• USDA (Rural Development)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerUSDA Rural Development's REAP (Rural Energy for America Program) partners with Adapt8 to help commercial greenhouse growers fund energy-efficient greenhouse covering upgrades. Adapt8 helps customers complete REAP grant applications, with grants covering up to 50% of project costs (maximum $500,000).
• Energy Trust of OregonsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerEnergy Trust of Oregon offers rebates to greenhouse growers using energy-efficient coverings. Adapt8 products qualify for these incentives, with the trust having tripled greenhouse-related rebates in some cases (thermal curtains increased from $0.09 to $0.30 per sq ft).
• Center for Applied Horticultural Research (CfAHR)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCfAHR conducts ongoing testing of Solexx in Southern California, demonstrating superior plant growth results compared to film coverings. Their research validates Solexx performance claims and provides third-party credibility.
• Rising SourceminorOthersCannabis cultivator in Humboldt, CA using Solexx for year-round production. Shares positive experiences with the product on social media.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Palram Industries: Palram is a large Israeli-headquartered manufacturer of polycarbonate and acrylic panels for construction, DIY, and greenhouse applications. As a broad incumbent, Palram offers Suntuf and other branded greenhouse panels that compete with Solexx across both commercial and hobby segments with greater scale and distribution.
• ClearSpan Structures: ClearSpan is a broad incumbent in fabric and polyethylene-covered structures, including greenhouses, for horticulture, agriculture, and commercial applications. They compete with Adapt8 on greenhouse structure and covering combinations, with a wider product portfolio spanning multiple covering materials.

Direct peers

• Sun Master LLC: Sun Master manufactures greenhouse film and polyethylene covering products for commercial and horticultural applications. They compete with Solexx in the greenhouse covering category, particularly on commodity and specialty poly film alternatives where buyers trade off Solexx's premium for lower upfront cost.
• Polygal Industries: Polygal is a global manufacturer of polycarbonate and structured multi-wall panels commonly used as greenhouse glazing. As a direct substitute category to Solexx, Polygal competes on R-value and durability, particularly in commercial greenhouse construction projects.
• Growspan Inc. Growspan (and affiliated cannabis-focused greenhouse brands) supplies greenhouse structures and coverings specifically for cannabis cultivators. They overlap directly with Adapt8's hemp greenhouse segment and compete for the same commercial cannabis customer with similar insulation, light-diffusion, and privacy value propositions.
• SolaWrap: SolaWrap manufactures a similar bubble/twin-wall polyethylene greenhouse covering film with diffuse light and insulation properties, competing head-to-head with Solexx in commercial and hobby greenhouse glazing. Both target commercial growers seeking energy-efficient alternatives to poly film and polycarbonate.
• Nexus Corporation: Nexus Corporation designs and manufactures commercial greenhouse structures and environmental systems for growers globally. They are comparable to Adapt8 on commercial greenhouse project delivery and compete for retrofit and energy-efficiency upgrade projects similar to Solexx REAP-funded installations.
• Atlas Manufacturing Inc. Atlas Manufacturing produces greenhouse structures, frames, and covering systems for commercial growers and nurseries. They overlap with Adapt8 in serving the same commercial grower customer base with bundled greenhouse solutions, though their framing and covering options are broader than Adapt8's Solexx-only focus.

Emerging players

• Exaco Trading Company: Exaco distributes premium hobby and semi-commercial greenhouses (including Rion, Halls, and Janssens brands) primarily to North American consumers. They overlap with Adapt8's Solexx hobby greenhouse line in target customer (home gardeners) and direct-to-consumer distribution model.

Regional players

• Juliana Drivhuse: Juliana is a leading European hobby greenhouse manufacturer (Denmark-based) selling through garden center and retailer networks. They are a comparable hobby greenhouse peer to Adapt8's Gardener's Oasis and Conservatory lines but primarily serve EMEA markets rather than North America.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/solexxcannabis

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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