Water Works Ponds Ltd. installs and /or supplies you with everything you need to build professional looking water features, including the industries best skimmers, filters and pumps. The Water Works EcoSystem is designed to maximize time spent enjoying a beautiful water feature, while minimizing time spent maintaining it. The creation of a healthy ecosystem is achieved through four key elements; Biological Filtration, Mechanical Filtration, Oxygenation & Aquatic Plants.
Biological Filtration
The biological filter not only provides filtration and a starting point for
your waterfall, it is also the location for much of the biological filtration.
Filter media in the aquafalls unit provide an ideal location for beneficial
bacteria to colonize. These bacteria consume nutrients that normally would
promote green algae growth. The rocks and gravel that cover the entire liner,
not only make the pond look more natural, but also give extra surface area
for bacteria to colonize.
Mechanical Filtration
The skimmer unit is designed to draw the surface of the water faster than
the water below. This allows debris (leaves, etc.) to be drawn into the net
inside the skimmer unit. By removing organic debris from the pond, it prevents
the creation of excess nutrients in the system. Premium filter brushes, located
in the aquafalls and skimmer, will remove smaller debris particles from the
water.
Oxygenation
Oxygenation of your pond is essential to promote a healthy environment for
fish, aquatic life and beneficial bacteria. Oxygenation occurs as water re-circulates
in your system and travels over waterfalls, cascades and streams.
Aquatic Plants
Aquatic plants, not only contribute to the natural look of your pond, they
also use excess nutrients in the system. The removal of excess nutrients helps
to control algae growth.