Surface aerators are easy to install and lightweight and used primarily for waste water applications or commercial ponds. Equipped with round surface floats or with pontoon float systems the surface aerator can improve oxygen levels and assist in mixing to reduce stagnation. Aerating fountains are also used to improve evaporation and cooling ponds. These surface aeration systems are available in Canada through Acadian Aquatic Systems. Contact us for costs or recommendations.
Dual-Prop Pontoon Surface Aerator/Mixer
Flo-ration® Pontoon Surface Aerators take water from below the surface, utilizing motorized propellers that draw the water in an upward direction through a long cylinder, thus creating better water flow and/or breaking the surface of the water column, depending of the angle of the cylinder.
1 HP Dual-Prop Pontoon Aerator
SOTR: 2.35 LB_O2/Hr (1.07 KG_O2/Hr)
SAEwire: 1.93 LB_O2/Hr-HPw (0.86 KG_O2/Hr-HPw)
SAEmotor: 2.36 LB_O2/Hr-HPm (1.07 KG_O2/Hr-HPm)
Pumping Rate: 1379 Gallons/Minute (5.22 cubic meters per minute)
Power Draw: 8.2 Amps @ 115V or 4.1 Amps @ 230V
Minimum Depth: 36? (1 meter)
Each Flo-ration® Pontoon Surface Aerator unit is available in a 1-hp motor, dual propeller running at 8.2 Amps for a 115 volt or 4.1 Amps for a 230 volt, and both are capable of running 50/60 cycle.
This unit can be specified for a 1 or 3 phase multi-position type aerator.
Unit shall consist of motor assembly, heavy-duty PVC shroud and pontoons.
Motor assembly shall consist of motor housing, bronze endbell, electronic motor, start/run components, seals and dielectric lubricating fluid. The motor housing shall be constructed of 16 gauge #304 stainless steel and the endbell shall be cast bronze for corrosion-free operation in either fresh or salt water.
The electric motor, with matched necessary start/ run components shall sit inside the motor housing, immersed in the dielectric lubricating fluid, with the shaft extending through the bronze endbell. The motor shall have stator windings with double impregnation of baked insulating varnish, and two heavy-duty ball bearings to provide support for the rotor.
The motor shaft shall be #303/#304 stainless steel (not plated), with motor shaft flinger to prevent sand and dirt from accumulating around the endbell. The assembly shall also contain an internal, heavy-duty, hard-faced mechanical seal with stainless steel components to keep assembly watertight, and an additional seal pressed into the bronze endbell at the shaft opeing to protect against sand and dirt abrasion.
Motor is designed for corrosion-free operation in fresh or salt water. Motor exceeds NEMA specifications and is UL and CSA compliant. C.E. Certified.
Custom brackets will attach motor housing to shroud. All stainless bolts and locking aircraft nuts are to be used.
Unit is available with 50’, 100’ or 150’ of water resistant power cord for 115V or 50’, 100’, or 150’ or 200’ for 230V.
Unit’s steel frame has been primed and twice powder-coated for extra protection against corrosion. Unit’s pontoons are made from HDPA (High Density Polyethylene). Flo-ration® Pontoon Surface Aerator comes with a 2-year warranty.
Contact us for pricing and information on the Flo-Ration® Dual-Prop Pontoon Surface Aerators and recommendations for specific applications and design assistance. We serve Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and PEI as well as anywhere in Western Canada or the USA. Phone Toll Free 866-533-2863 or email info@acadianaquaticsystems.ca
Dual-Prop Floating Surface Aerators
The 3/4 HP and 1 HP dual-prop surface aerators are unique to our surface aerator line. Although they carry the same staple of running under 9 Amps at 115V and 5 amps at 230V to ensure they save you as much as possible on energy costs, they pump an amazing 25% more water than their single propeller counterparts. On top of its production and efficiency, the dual prop assembly creates a unique umbrella flow pattern that makes it aesthetically pleasing, where most aerators just offer surface agitation.
3/4 HP Dual-Prop Surface Aerator
SOTR: 1.76 LB_O2/Hr (0.80 KG_O2/Hr)
SAEwire: 1.45 LB_O2/Hr-HPw (0.65 KG_O2/Hr-HPw)
SAEmotor: 1.78 LB_O2/Hr-HPm (0.80 KG_O2/Hr-HPm)
Pumping Rate: 1050 Gallons/Minute (3.97 cubic meters per minute)
Minimum Depth: 36? (1 meter)
1 HP Dual-Prop Surface Aerator
SOTR: 2.35 LB_O2/Hr (1.07 KG_O2/Hr)
SAEwire: 1.93 LB_O2/Hr-HPw (0.86 KG_O2/Hr-HPw)
SAEmotor: 2.36 LB_O2/Hr-HPm (1.07 KG_O2/Hr-HPm)
Pumping Rate: 1150 Gallons/Minute (4.35 cubic meters per minute)
Power Draw: 8.2 Amps @ 115V or 4.1 Amps @ 230V
Minimum Depth: 36? (1 meter)
These are suitable for continuous operation in both salt and fresh water. These units are shipped complete with mooring/positioning line and power cords. They can be taken straight from the box and after insertion into the float, can be moored and plugged in.
Each aerator is comprised of a sealed, submersible electric motor, mounted by support brackets in a PVC shroud, which sits on a float collar that has been custom designed.
Attached to the motor shaft is a scientifically designed nylon axial propeller which propels the water at the high pumping rate. As the water flows through the bottom of the shroud and four additional holes, it is mixed and oxygenated by the propeller and forced to and above the surface.
If aesthetics are a concern, heavy-duty LED lighting kits can easily be added to the aerators.
The high pumping volume degasses the water of nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and hydrogen sulfide while raising dissolved oxygen levels. Degassing gets rid of nutrients which cause algae and weeds, resulting in both clearer water and decreased odor. Aeration also mixes the water, minimizing anaerobic zones in bottom water and bottom sediment surface. This stimulates the conversion of potentially toxic ammonia to nitrite (also toxic), and finally non-toxic nitrate. With our pre-assembled units, installation can be accomplished in just minutes! Because units are lightweight, they can easily be moved from one location to another by a single person.
Contact us for pricing and information on the Dual-Prop Surface Aerators and recommendations for specific applications and design assistance. We serve Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and PEI as well as Alberta, Quebec and anywhere in Western Canada or the USA. Phone Toll Free 866-533-2863 or email info@acadianaquaticsystems.ca