Muddy dams are usually the result of soil particles with the same charge of electrons (at microscopic level) repelling (bumping into) each other and remaining …
Water Odour
How can odour be controlled in my dam? Let’s face it, smelly things are never pleasant. A smelly dam can be considered a nuisance for …
Fine Bubble VS Coarse Bubble Diffusion
Why is Fine Bubble Diffusion better than Coarse Bubble Diffusion? When discussing sub-surface aeration systems, there can be a misconception that because course bubble diffused …
Balancing Nutrients and Chemicals in Dams
Dam Water Chemistry Analysis The nutrient levels in your water are important for ensuring long-term good water quality. Without getting our science on too much, …
Aquatic Weed
Aquatic Weed As we prepare for the warmer months, we can look forward to wonderful things like frolicking in the sun, or if you live …
Sludge!
What is sludge made of? Today we discuss the life cycle of sludge and why it may be one of the most common issues faced …
Why there is less algae, sludge and aquatic weed in Winter
“Where did my algae and aquatic weed go?!” Just as we do in the winter and the cooler months, aquatic weed, algae and sludge tend …
That funky odour from egg processing lagoons
What came first, the chicken or the stench? We often don’t think about how our food reaches our plate. Take the almighty egg for example; …
The danger of duck poo and wee in the water
Blame it on the doodie How ducks contribute to algae growth There’s nothing more tranquil than sitting by a lake, watching a proud family of …
Biological Water Treatments – why they are essential for your dam
When sludge becomes a problem Sludge or ‘muck’ exists at the bottom of every dam. It is the result of organic matter that accumulates over …
