Firestone PondGard™ for garden pond applications

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• The success of Firestone EPDM Geomembranes can be attributed to their unique combination of benefits:
• High flexibility: Firestone EPDM Geomembranes remain highly flexible even at very low temperatures (down to –45 °C), enabling year round installation in a variety of climates and terrain.
• High elongation: Firestone EPDM Geomembranes can elongate over 300%, which enables the membrane to stretch and conform to objects in the subgrade.
• Superior weathering resistance: Firestone EPDM Geomembranes offer unmatched resistance to ultraviolet radiation and ozone.
• Quick and easy installation: Firestone EPDM Geomembranes are available in large seamless panel sizes up to 15m in width and 61m in length resulting in fewer field seams and less installation time.
• Low maintenance: Firestone EPDM Geomembranes require little or no regular maintenance after installation. The Geomembrane can survive normal environmental exposure for well over 30 years.
• Environmentally friendly: Firestone EPDM Geomembrane is an inert material with low environmental impact during production and use. In addition, Firestone’s EPDM manufacturing facilities have received ISO 14001 certification, a testimony of the company’s commitment to environmental management.

The Aquamax range changed the pond pump market for ever, now with the new Aquamax a winning formula has been improved upon. Aquamax pumps were the first filter pumps that would stand the test of time in continuous running over many years. They have significant better ratings than any other submersible and sump pumps in a direct comparison. Those other submersible pumps with their high power consumption, weak bearings and limited life span (seldom more than 3000 operating hours) are now a thing of the past.

• 2 inlets – 1 outlet
  With one motor for two inlets the advantage for the pond is doubled. The remote filter which comes with the pumps as standard can be used to collect polluted water from a different part of the pond. Thus avoiding stagnant spots around the pond.
• The second inlet even has four different steps for flow regulation.
• Alternatively, the second inlet allows the connection of a skimmer to collect and transport debris and polluted pond water from the pond surface to the filter system.
• The motor housings of the Aquamax pumps are made of the highest quality composite.
• The large strainer allows debris such as (Koi) excrement or dead plants up to 10 mm to pass through.
• With the brand new frost proof technology (patent pending) from OASE, for the first time a pump can safely overwinter in the pond. Even complete freezing of the pump will not harm the motor unit.
• OASE guarantees the Aquamax pumps for continuous running, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - for up to 5 years upon request!

Oase Filtoclear 3000

• Thanks to its rinsing function, exclusively developed by OASE, clean pond water is ensured by simply turning a switch.
• Thanks to the effective combination of a mechanical/biological filter and a powerful UVC device, superbly clear water is always guaranteed.
• Filtoclear is available in four versions and is suitable for garden ponds with a volume of up to 3,000, 6,000, 11,000 and 15,000 litres depending on the fish population. That is sure to make it an invaluable helper in your garden and pond too – guaranteed!
• The all rounder that keeps everything running smoothly
• Cleaning made easy !

Filtration
Algae and dirt are flocculated by the UVC clarifier. Then the ”treated” water flows through the filter unit’s fine mechanical and large-pore biological filter elements, which support the filtration process and clarify the water. The pressure produced by the pump allows the water to flow back into the pond via a watercourse or a water feature.

Cleaning

Why is Ultra Violet (UVC) filtration important?
Small single cell algae are the usual cause of green water in garden ponds. These algae make it difficult to see into the pond and if you have fish they will only be seen for brief glimpses as they approach the surface. Technically this algea can lower the kh value, inteferes with the nitrate/nitrite cycle in the biological filter, lower oxygen levels, and increasing “ph” levels. Ultra Violet is a safe technique used for obtaining clear water without affecting fish or plant life.
Ultra violet light clears water due to floculation of the algea. Floculations is the process of making very small algae cells expand and form clumps. These clumps or large particles are then big enough to be trapped by the mechanical medium in the filter. Sunlight and fish stock are the main factors in the promotion of algae's, and for such reasons the selected size of a UV unit should take such environmental aspects into account.
UV's also safely and effectively eliminates pathogens and bacteria

• Lunaqua 10 is a light manufactured of impact-resistant plastic. The special structured glass cover, in conjunction with the aluminum reflector, creates optimal light exploitation.
• An integrated mounting bracket permits a swivel range of approx. 180°, when it is mounted on stone slabs, or on walls, for instance.
• This system’s special feature is the robust connector technology. The power cables of various lengths are equipped with special connectors that connect easily to the light housing or to the transformer housing.