Pond Heaters

Floating Pond Heaters

Winter pond temperatures can remain very cold for months in our climate. Pond life needs oxygen even during hibernation. If ice covers the surface of the pond oxygen can't get in and toxic gasses can't get out.

If you live in an area where the pond will be covered over by ice, then it may be necessary to install a De Icer.

With a floating plate, the heater can float on the water surface. It is suitable for application in various ponds and gardens to create a deiced area so as to prevent fishes from dying of shortage of oxygen in cold winter. There are some drinking holes on the floating plate specially designed for small birds, through which, they can drink freely during iced days. And the bowl-like place is also incorporated into both sides of the floating plate for holding bird food to attract small lovely birds. It helps add more liveliness to your iced ponds and gardens. The heating tube must be properly submersed into water till the water level mark on the heater is reached or it couldn't work properly. The heater is equipped with a thermal protector. When the water is too shallow to reach the water level mark on the heater, the thermal protector will work automatically to cut off the power so as to avoid any possible accidents.

Grinder Pump or Sewage Ejector Pump?

Is a Grinder Pump or Sewage Ejector Pump appropiate for your application?

Grinder Pumps are needed when you have a septic tank on your property and you need to transfer the sewage to a city main. A regular grinder pump can be used for this application. However if your city main is pressurized, you will need a high pressure grinder pump, like the Little Giant 2 HP Grinder Pump. This pump has enough PSI to push the slug into the high pressure main. A regular grinder pump would be used in any other application where the transfer is not a pressurized main.



Sewage Ejector Pumps are needed when you have an additional sewage holding tank that is located below the level of the main septic system on your property. A sewage ejector pump is prefered because it does not grind the sewage it just transfers it up to the main septic system, allowing the solids to go to the main septic and break down naturally, and the liquids to drain into the leach system.

Rainwater Harvesting Pumps

Re-use of natural resources ( Rainwater Harvesting Pumps)

 We have a wide selection of high quality pumps for your rainwater harvesting applications.

Active Switch Pump

Description
System for management and distribution of rainwater, integrated with the water supply of the domestic circuit, suitable for gardening (small irrigation systems), car washing, washing machines, WC etc.

Features

·         Pump power requirements less than 1000 W

·         Priority given to use of rainwater with respect to mains water

·         Re-use of natural resources

·         When the rainwater tank level is low, water is then taken from the mains

Advantages

·         Low energy consumption

·         Rainwater better for irrigation as untreated

·         Savings in mains water by re-use of rainwater

Benefits

·         Possibility of tax deductions depending on local legislation

·         Healthier use of water, optimal for gardening and vegetable growing

·         Economic savings and respect for the environment
 

Aquaprof Pump

Description
“Intelligent” system for the management and distribution of rainwater, integrated with the water supply of the domestic mains, completely automated and able to detect any malfunctions, applying corrections as necessary to ensure system efficiency.

Features

·         Pump power requirements less than 1000 W

·         Completely automated water management

·         Re-use of natural resources

·         Painstaking design

Advantages

·         Low energy consumption

·         Savings in mains water by re-use of rainwater

·         Compact and convenient

Benefits

·         Possibility of tax deductions depending on local legislation

·         Totally simple and safe system

·         Respect for the environment

·         Silent operation
 

Diver6 Pump

Description
Multi-stage powerful submersible pumps ideal for rain water systems, operating sprinklers, pumping water from tanks, cisterns, ponds and wells and other applications that require high pressure. Available with 2, 3 and 4 impellers. Suitable to pump clear water.

Features

·         Anti-corrosive and rust-proof materials

·         Motor with thermal overload protection

·         Wear resistant shaft

·         Anti-debris stainless steel strainer

·         Excellent cooling of the motor that enables the pump to operate even when it is partially submerged

·         Automatic version with start/ stop float switch and Manual version

·         Supplied with power cable with plug, non return valve and 4-step fitting
 

Divertron Pump

Description
Submersible pressure pumps with built-in integrated electronics, designed to automatically start and stop the pump.

Features

·         Built-in electronic pressure switch and flow sensor

·         Equipped with dry-run protection and built-in non returne valve

·         Easy to use

·         High reliability

·         Available with 3 or 4 impellers

·         Supplied with 15 mt power cord

·         Available with screen filter or stainless steel ring for use of suction kit

 

Booster Silent Pump

Description The most silent (67 dB) automatic self-priming multi-stage (with 3-4-5 impellers) pumps in the world, with integrated electronics to supply water for domestic and gardening applications.

Features

• Equipped with an electronic safety device that protects the pump from dry-running
• Built-in non return valve
• Designed to automatically Start and Stop the pump when taps are opened or closed
• Automatic and manual reset
• Constant pressure and flow rate
• Supplied with power cable with plug

 

Pulsar Dry Pump

Description
5” electric pump for applications in clear water lifting systems from wells, tanks or cisterns, with flow rate up to 7.2 m3/h and head up to 86 m

Features

·         Capacitor included on single-phase version

·         Cooling guaranteed by pumped water

·         Standard and HF (high flow rate) versions

·         Automatic single-phase version available with float switch.

·         Available with lateral suction on request


 

 

 

 

 

 

Floating Pond Fountains

Floating Fountains for Pond Aeration

Small ponds are becoming increasingly popular in both residential and commercial areas. These ponds left without aeration, especially during the summer months when nutrient levels increase, can have a population explosion of algae. When this happens, noxious odors are released and fish and plant life die off creating an unsightly scene.

Pond Fountain

An effective way to prevent or remedy this situation is by using a floating pond fountain. The pond fountain circulates water, adding oxygen to your pond. Extra oxygen added to the water promotes healthier fish and an improved ecosystem, while simultaneously clarifying murky discolored pond water. The rugged construction of our fountains perform exceptionally well in all pond conditions, and the vibrant, beautiful shape of our spray patterns create a soothing and visually appealing display.

Knowing a Pond's volume is important!

1) Gallons in a pond will tell you the following:

• Size of Pond Pump needed for your Pond.
• Size of Pond Filter needed for you Pond.
• Approximate number of fish for your Pond.
• How much treatment to apply for either pond clarity issues or fish health.

2) How to calculate approximate number of gallons in an existing pond:

• Volume for rectangular ponds: Avg. width x Avg. Length x x Avg. Depth = Pond Volume (cubic feet) Example: 10ft x 12ft x 2ft = 240 cubic feet. 240 cubic feet x 7.5 gal = 1800 gallons
• Volume for circular ponds: Radius x Radius x 3.14 x depth = Pond Volume (cubic feet)
• Volume of pond can be most accurately calculated by using a water meter that can be connected to a garden hose while initially filling the pond.

   

Electrical Considerations when choosing a Pond or Fountain Pump

Electrical Considerations when choosing a Pond or Fountain Pump

Pro Tip:

How are amps and watts related?

Watts divided by Volts = Amps
Amps x Volts = Watts

Example:
345 Watts divided by 115 Volts = 3 Amps
3 Amps x 115 Volts = 345 Watts

Installing a Pond Pump

Pro Tip:

 

Pump Installation

Locate the pond pump as close to the source as possible. it is best to have your main (longest) run of pipe on the discharge side of the pump.

Flooded Suction

Install the pond pump out side the pond, and below the surface level of the pond to create a flooded suction. This will help ensure a proper and consistent supply of water to the pump. The pump will not operate properly and may be damaged if the water supply is not constant.

A flooded suction may be returned with a supply line that runs up and over the pond wall and back down below the water surface, as long as all air has been removed from the line.

Non-Flooded Suction

If installation of a flooded suction is not possible, the following is recommended: Position the pond pump as low as possible and as near the source as possible. Install a priming pot on the [um[ inlet. Install a foot valve or a check valve in the inlet below the water level. A;ways prime the entire inlet line, priming pot, and pump before turning it on. DO NOT RUN PUMP DRY!

These suggestions may help you avoid most common installation problems.