Most of the phone calls we receive are customers that need help sizing a fountain pump.
When choosing a pump for your fountain there are two terms that you will see when looking for your pump. GPH (gallons per hour) and "lift" or "head". For a fountain the GPH is not an issue, that is a guide used for ponds. The lift or head is what you will need to know. How far does the water in your fountain have to travel from where the pump will sit in your fountain to the top of the fountain where the water comes out. You will need a pump that lifts higher than that measurement. If that distance is 24", than you will need a pump that lifts at least 36" high. The "maximum lift" means that is the maximum height that the pump will lift the water. So you will get "0" flow at the maximum lift.
Here is a helpful guide:
Fountains that are 2" - 14" tall ( choose a pump that has a max lift of 24")
Fountains that are 14" - 24" tall ( choose a pump that has a max lift of 36")
Fountains that are 24" - 36" tall ( choose a pump that has a max lift of 42" - 48")
Friday, May 11, 2012
Pond and Lake Aerators
Without the use of a pond aerator your pond will become stagnant and smelly not to mention the algae buildup and the stress your fish will go through.
Oxygen enters the pond by diffusing into the water from the atmosphere. Submerged aquatic plants also produce oxygen during the day, But this is not enough, especially in the hot summer months when the water is warmer. Decomposing fish waste and algae along with the normal respiration of aquatic life, use up the oxygen faster than it can diffuse back into the water.
Your Pond requires aeration 24 hour a day. The warmer the water is, the less oxygen it can hold and you could loose your fish overnight.
In areas where there are harsh winters, use a floating pond or lake aerator in addition to Pond Deicer that keeps a small area from freezing. This open area allows the naturally occurring gasses to escape and adds oxygen to the water. Dormant fish still need oxygen under the ice.
So, if your fish are at the surface of the water and look like they are gasping for air, they probably are. Add a floating fountain pond aerator and keep your pond clean.
A floating lake aerator provides the perfect solution for improving water quality in Koi ponds, water gardens and lakes. It adds oxygen at the bottom of your lake or pond important for algae control.
Solar Pumps
So many water gardeners are looking for a good quality, reliable solar pump system for outdoor fountains or ponds. For the most part all that is available is the cheap, poorly made solar pumps that just don't work well. We have put together a great system, a good quality pump, voltage regulator and solar panel that will keep your pump running during the day. Just looking at these pumps you can see how well they are made.
With so many people focusing on green living and solar power, we are very excited to make the product available to the public. It is the perfect combination of green living. The sun powering your fountain or pond, supplying a great environment for birds and beautifying your garden.
With so many people focusing on green living and solar power, we are very excited to make the product available to the public. It is the perfect combination of green living. The sun powering your fountain or pond, supplying a great environment for birds and beautifying your garden.
Friday, April 13, 2012
Selecting a Grinder Pump
When selecting a grinder pump, figuring the lift or elevation, and the horizontal run is necessary for adequate flow. However, there are a couple of other things to consider when choosing a grinder pump.
Will your grinder pump be pumping to the main septic tank on your property or will it be pumping the sewage to the city main. The city main is pressurized and requires a pump the has a higher PSI. Check with your city or county to find out the PSI requirements needed for your pump. If you choose a pump that does not have enough PSI for the pressurized city main, the pump will not have enough power to push the sewage up to the main.
The next thing to consider is the electrical requirements. What is the voltage of your electrical connection? Regular household electricity is (110 - 115) volts. But you might have a different voltage outside. Check to see if it is (200 - 208) volts or (220 - 230) volts.
By following these guidelines you will prevent costly mistakes.
Will your grinder pump be pumping to the main septic tank on your property or will it be pumping the sewage to the city main. The city main is pressurized and requires a pump the has a higher PSI. Check with your city or county to find out the PSI requirements needed for your pump. If you choose a pump that does not have enough PSI for the pressurized city main, the pump will not have enough power to push the sewage up to the main.
The next thing to consider is the electrical requirements. What is the voltage of your electrical connection? Regular household electricity is (110 - 115) volts. But you might have a different voltage outside. Check to see if it is (200 - 208) volts or (220 - 230) volts.
By following these guidelines you will prevent costly mistakes.
Pro tips for Fish Stocking
Ponds cannot support an unlimited number of fish. Balance the population according to pond gallons, surface area and filtration capacity. A general rule of thumb is one 18" - 20" koi for every square meter of surface area (approx.) ten square feet) in a well-filtered pond.
New Pond Startup
New pond owners need to culture the pond with beneficial bacteria and circu;ate the water for 7 days to develop the ecosystem - prior to adding fish. Start with no more than 6 - 10 small to medium fish per 1000 gallons. Wait 4 weeks and test water before adding additional fish.
New Pond Startup
New pond owners need to culture the pond with beneficial bacteria and circu;ate the water for 7 days to develop the ecosystem - prior to adding fish. Start with no more than 6 - 10 small to medium fish per 1000 gallons. Wait 4 weeks and test water before adding additional fish.
Pond and Lake Dye
Thinking about adding Pond Dye to your pond or lake. If you don't know much about it, here is some information that might be helpful.
- Makes ponds, lakes and lagoons a beautiful blue color.
- Will not stain birds or fish.
- Completely safe for humans and wildlife.
- Turns a murky pond into a deep blue, sparkling asset.
- Is easy to apply and you see results in minutes.
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Pond Fountains
What is the difference between a pond fountain and an aerating fountain?
A pond fountain and a decorative aerator are both floating units that float on the surface of the pond or lake but are anchored out there with cement blocks so that it is stationary. A pond fountain is a decorative floating unit that uses a high volume waterfall pump with an impeller. Generally the spray heights are higher than an aerator and this type of fountain is less expensive than an aerator. Although these units will aerate your pond, it moves less water than an aerating fountain.
A decorative display aerator is also a floating unit that uses a motor with a propeller. It moves a large volume of water compared to a fountain. It can handle dirty water environments, introduces a lot of oxygen into the water and retards the grow of algae and weeds. Great for lakes or pond with fish and algae problems.
A pond fountain and a decorative aerator are both floating units that float on the surface of the pond or lake but are anchored out there with cement blocks so that it is stationary. A pond fountain is a decorative floating unit that uses a high volume waterfall pump with an impeller. Generally the spray heights are higher than an aerator and this type of fountain is less expensive than an aerator. Although these units will aerate your pond, it moves less water than an aerating fountain.
A decorative display aerator is also a floating unit that uses a motor with a propeller. It moves a large volume of water compared to a fountain. It can handle dirty water environments, introduces a lot of oxygen into the water and retards the grow of algae and weeds. Great for lakes or pond with fish and algae problems.
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