What are Aeration Systems
Aeration systems are ways of adding
air to water in order replenish its oxygen levels. The more air
that is pumped into the water the better the circulation, thus
reducing chances of bacteria build up and stratification. This
process is most commonly used with non-free flowing bodies of water
such as lakes, ponds, farm dugouts, reservoirs etc...
The oxygen that is pumped into the water is extremely effective in breaking down
organic matter and sludge (beneficial bacteria that culminates at the bottom).
Studies have proven that Aeration Systems improve water quality. Here's
a study that may be of interest to you...
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Aeration improves
dugout water quality
by R. Steve Murrell, PRFA, Water
Quality Unit, Regina
Data in a current PFRA study has
shown that continuous long-term aeration improved water
quality by significantly reducing total and reactive
phosphorous, chlorophyll a, color, and also increases water clarity.
Aeration assists the natural ecosystem reduce the stress put
on it by oxygen depleting
processes, such as organic loading, which are amplified by high evaporation
in the summer and ice cover in the winter. This study, supported and
funded by the
Canada-Saskatchewan Agri-Food Innovation Fund, is documenting aeration
benefits and looking at more effective and efficient aeration
designs [...]
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