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Fountain,
Pond Fountain |
Our light to heavy duty commercial fountains are called our
Stratovator fountains. The below information will explain what stratification is and
the importance of "de-stratifying" large ponds and lakes. To calculate the
size of Stratovator you need, click here. We
offer the "mini",
the "midi" and the "maxi"
Stratovators. They are all custom ordered to your specifications with various
lengths of electric cord, optional lights, optional electric cord length for lights, and
various HP size. Most people use the mini or midi while those in
parks and recreation may use the large, commercial "maxi" unit.
They may require approx. 1-3 weeks for shipping.
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| Keep water
quality problems from multiplying with this simple solution |
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| The
Problem... |
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| As the hot summer months approach, so does the battle of water
management. Problems such as algae, unpleasant odors, excessive weed growth, sludge
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... |
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| 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. |
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| The
Solution... |
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| The Stratovator 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 Stratovator effectively reaches the source of the problem and solves
it naturally and beautifully. |
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