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 The
problem:
As the hot summer months approach, so does the battle of
water management. Problems such as algae, unpleasant
odors, excessive weed growth, sledge and poor water
clarity are a common condition of warm lakes and ponds.
Some methods of water management include: dredging of
ponds mechanically; treating water with chemicals or
dyes; or using weed-eating fish. These methods treat
only the symptoms and can be costly, ineffective, and
damaging to the environment.
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The cause:
During the summer season, warm surface water traps
denser, colder water on the bottom of the pond. This is
known as stratification. Pollutants such as leaves,
clippings and fertilizer sink to the bottom and decay,
stripping the water of dissolved oxygen. Anaerobic
bacteria, which require no oxygen, can thrive in this
environment. These bacteria can cause poisonous gases
such as hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, and methane to be
released. As these gases rise through the water, any
remaining oxygen is absorbed causing unpleasant odors,
rapid algae growth, and a very unhealthy environment for
fish.
The OASE
Strata-vator takes the deeper, colder water from 36-40"
below the surface and forces it into the air through an
elegant fountain spray pattern enabling the droplets to
capture atmospheric oxygen. This process is called
de-stratification or aeration. The oxygen is then
released back into the water as the droplets strike the
surface. The aerated cooler water is layered on top of
the existing warmer layer, breaking down and eliminating
the idle stratification of oxygen-starved water.
De-stratification aides the natural process of
biodegrading algae resulting in cleaner, clearer water.
The OASE Strata-vator effectively reaches the source of
the problem and solves it naturally and beautifully.
There are
varying sizes of horsepower and fountains that should be
used for specific sizes of ponds. Contact Volz Farm
Market for more information on the Fountain which will
best sustain the beauty of your pond.
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