Joraform Big Pig 270L Rotational Composter Questions & Answers

Hi Denise, yes absolutely the manufacturers are currently working on this problem which seems to effect a few but not all. We are committed in delivering the best product we can and respond to feed back good or bad. This is the only way we can create quality products. If you would like some more info please do not hesitate to call us on 1800 802 924 or email us at [email protected] Warm Regards Bec.

Hi Rosemary, thank you for your inquiry. How long have you had your composter? Heat should be present inside from the first one to two weeks of use. You may not necessarily feel it on the outside. The compost works optimally at about 55 degrees. You dont have to strive for higher temperatures. Are you able to send an inquiry through to our [email protected] so we can find out what you are adding and how much you are filling it? I am looking forward to hearing from you. Warm Regards Bec @Vitality4life.

Hi Janey and thank you for your question. Heat is an optimal aspect of the composting process, so I would say it is more a benefit to the process. I would just recommend making sure your system is placed in a sheltered area away from wind chill to keep temperatures moderated more easily. Living in FNQ you would also want to make sure that it is sheltered from rain, as you do not want to allow too much moisture inside. All in all the Joraform Composter is built to withstand tough environments like Australia, so there should be no problems composting in your climate. Breaking the organic matter down before composting is always a good idea to speed up the composting process as Adele mentioned above, so it definitely would help. Please don't hesitate to contact us at Vitality 4 Life on 1800 802 924 Mon-Fri AEST or by emailing [email protected] should you have any further queries.
Regards, Sarah | Vitality 4 Life

Hi Manny, Thank you for your question.
Wood pellets are shown in the video which are great for ensuring you have the right balance in your composter and will also soak up any excess moisture, resulting in amazing compost. Sawdust also works really well. For any composter I would add a scoop of this type of mulch material each time you add waste to achieve optimal results.
When you purchase your Joraform composter we send you a composting start up guide which will give you all the tips and hints necessary for beautiful compost soil production. I hope this helps but please let us know if any other questions. You can also contact us direct on our toll free 1800 802 924 number Monday - Friday 9am-5pm and we would be happy to help.
Thank you, The Vitality 4 Life Team

Hi Corina, I would love to send you a composter guide specifically for the Joraform as all of the above indicates your levels of brown/green waste are out - cardboard and newspaper are not ideal to use to balance this as will not breakdown at the same rate as your kitchen waste and not soak up excess moisture. What Amy mentions above is much more suitable.To ensure your details are kept private if you would like to email us via [email protected] we would love to send you a composting guide with trouble shooting etc to ensure you end up with amazing compost and none of the issues you mention. Alternatively, call us on our toll free number 1800 802 924 Monday - Friday 9am-5pm to confirm your email address.
Many Thanks, The Vitality 4 Life Team

Hi George, Thank you so much for your question. The Joraform composter has been designed in Sweden with cold weather in mind to ensure consistent composting - even in winter without going dormant. The temperature range you mention is not an issue as the Joraform range contains insulated panels to maintain temperature through all seasons. We recommend that each time you add compost you also rotate the bin to ensure mixed evenly, and this also assists in the breakdown process of the compost and aeration.
The Joraform composter range has been designed to easily rotate even when full using the black handles on the composter. The stand is also designed to provide support for this as takes most of the weight so we would not see a mechanical motor necessary and not something we have investigated due to this.
I hope this helps but please let us know if there was anything further at all, we are also available on our toll free 1800 802 924 number if you would prefer to speak to us directly.
Thank you again, The Vitality 4 Life Team