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Pond Pro Canada is a nationwide and biologist-owned company with over 27 years of experience in the water industry. Among the many products and services Pond Pro provides, we also offer aeration and de-icing consultation for a variety of applications including: Private lakes and ponds Recreational lakes Municipal ferry docks Municipal raw water reservoirs Municipal wastewater lagoons Pulp and paper distillate equalization ponds Stormwater ponds Industrial leachate ponds Aeratio …

Selecting the right compressor or blower for your pond and lake’s aeration system is crucial for maintaining water quality, oxygen distribution, and the overall health of your pond’s ecosystem. With various types of compressors available, it’s important to understand which one will best suit your body of water’s size, depth, and aeration needs. In this blog post, we will explore four common types of air units used for pond and lake aeration systems: Linear Diaphragm Compressors, Rocking Piston C …

Windmill versus Electric Aeration - 10 things to consider when choosing aeration Technology has advanced so much that the once idealized windmill aeration system is becoming less and less popular. The industry leading electric aeration systems are superior to windmills, in so many ways that an electric aeration system is recommended if power is within 1500 feet. The cost of trenching power to the pond will be made up for in cost-savings and reliability of  high efficiency&nb …

Winter is inevitable in Canada. Therefore, our products have been designed and tested for Canada. We offer aeration systems that are highly durable and low maintenance, allowing you to aerate your pond year-round. Always ensure that compressors are kept out of the elements and are kept in an enclosed, fan-cooled, and ventilated cabinet or shed.Many people wonder if aeration in the winter is necessary. If your pond is not stocked with fish then you do not need to run your aeration yea …

Spring is here, and its time to turn your pond and lake aeration system back on, and start thinking about treatments again!Adding aeration to your pond, lake, or dugout is highly recommended to help keep your system aerobic, which stimulates “good bacteria” to help break down nutrients and organics from accumulating in your pond, prevents odours, and clarifies the water. Aeration is crucial if fish are present in your pond, to ensure adequate oxygen levels, and prevent fish kills. For ponds, lak …