Solar-Powered Pond Aeration

Solar-Powered Pond Aeration ENERGY Solar Farm pond aeration minimizes algae growth keeps fish alive and reduces unpleasant odors among other benefits But many ponds are in remote locations without power “Often solar aeration is the best and only choice ” says U S Solar Mounts owner Eric Pipkin whose off-grid solar-powered aerators use high-efficiency air compressors to agitate ponds Solar aeration systems usually run around $7 000 That’s often 2 to 3 times what you’ll pay for a conventional system but most owners recoup these costs within a few seasons of use U S Solar Mounts prides itself on the depth of experience it offers to customers “We bring 20 years of commercial electrical background and expertise to these products We guarantee they are high quality ” The company has 3 standard systems or you can have one custom-designed for your pond You’ll receive everything you need to get started except the mounting pole Pipkin says the installation process is straightforward “If you can use a wrench you can put this system together In fact the hardest part for everyone is digging the hole for the mounting pole ” Other leading solar aeration companies include Outdoor Water Solutions 866 471-1614; www outdoorwatersolutions com and ProLake Professional Lake Management Products 800 493-4831; www prolakeproducts com Both brands will work with you to determine which aeration system best suits your pond so you make the best purchase decision for your property Contact: FARM SHOW Followup Eric Pipkin US Solar Mounts Corp 3498 Acorn Ave Sparta Wis 54656 ph 608 797-3999; info@ussolarmounts us; www ussolarmounts us

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