Landowners and property managers face the same problem when it comes to keeping ponds relatively clear of weeds and a healthy living environment for fish and other aquatic creatures. There are various approaches for controlling unwanted weeds and algae that range from harsh herbicides, to water coloring additives that reflect a substantial amount of sunlight thus inhibiting weed growth.
A more effective and holistic approach is to increase the amount of dissolved oxygen in your pond – particularly in the lower levels of the water column when oxygen levels are the lowest. Aeration has many benefits: It reduces algae growth. It improves water clarity and reduces pond odor. And increased dissolved oxygen levels will substantially increase your fish population and the overall carrying capacity of your ponds. In the wintertime an aeration system can keep sections of your pond open for waterfowl and other wildlife to enjoy.
There are many great pond aeration systems available, but nearly all of them require access to commercial power. Ponds are not always located near commercial power sources and there is also the issue of cost – both in terms of initial installation costs and the cost of the many kWHs of commercial power required to keep them running each year. This is truly an application where solar power is a natural solution. Your pond can be located far from commercial power and it makes no difference. All that is required is a small shade-free area for your solar panel(s) and you are good to go.
The solar industry offers many components that can be used for DC-powered aeration, and it is relatively easy to put together a string of components that will deliver aeration to a pond. But as a commercial installation company, we were looking for a professionally engineered, turn-key solution that we can install with confidence and support without hesitation. We have found that in solar aeration system from Keeton Industries.
The Keeton system is truly turn-key and is comprised of solar modules, integrated charging and control system, battery, air compressor, weighted air hose and diffuser.
The patented control system is housed in a fan-cooled, weather-proof container, and the system uses a timing capability to shut down and charge during the prime sunlight hours each day and then run off of the batteries for the remainder of a 24-hour period.
The Keeton system is designed to provide years of trouble free service and when combined with our professional installation, you will have a system that will greatly enhance the enjoyment you get from your pond(s) each year.
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