AquaAir Diffused Canal Aerator

Reliable aeration for canals

Every managed body of water must have a reliable aeration solution in place to keep the water healthy. Superior aeration and de-stratification is essential for canals that:

Require a more natural setting Permit safe recreational use Require non-moving parts Are very deep or large canals Require non-electrical parts in the reservoir Need no noise aerators Need minimal surface water disturbance

AquaAir diffused aeration systems are a perfect choice for aeration in canals. These aeration units offer low power consumption compared to traditional style aerators and don’t need electrical components in the canal.

Aqua Air provides canals with high end aeration, circulation and de-stratification.  They use bottom fitted diffusers so that dissolved oxygen (DO) levels increase throughout the entire water column in the canal. The diffusers employ a fine micro-bubble technology that gives the highest diffuser oxygen transfer rate (OTR) possible.  The micro-bubbles bring water from the canal floor to the surface, where atmospheric oxygen is absorbed and is then transferred throughout the water column. This process creates a circulating flow of water and helps prevent thermal stratification (layers involving different temperatures inside the water).

The diffusers are linked via self-weighted super sink air tubing to an innovative cylindrical shape enclosure that contains a compressor (there are four sizes of compressor). (1/3 – 1HP) ranged system sizes; operate with (1 – 6) diffusers.

Key Features of AquaAir diffused aeration for canals

• complete water column circulation – up to 4000 GPM determined by diffuser depth
• Prevention of thermal stratification in canals
• Increased dissolved oxygen (DO) levels that reduce algae growth
• Expansion of the oxygenated habitat and ecosystem of the canal
• Reduction of mosquito and aquatic midge-fly infestations
• Elimination of foul odours in your canal
• Reduction of bottom sludge accumulation in the canal
• Super sink air tubing is flexible and won’t crack even in cold temperatures
• Two available sizes of 100′ coils
• For quick connections super sink air T=tubing utilize PVC insert fittings
• Three diffusers are available

Compressors for AquaAir canal aeration systems

• Manufactured by Gast and Thomas
• (1/3 & 1/2HP) models are available in 120V & 240V single phase (Piston; PN)
• (3/4 & 1HP) models are available in 120V & 240V single phase (Rotary Vane; RV)
• Comes with thermal overload motor protection
• Comes with 2-year warranty

AquaAir canal aerator’s compressor enclosures

	1. Enclosure housing of stainless steel. 2. Heavy-duty cooling fan circulates air around the compressor. 3. Hasp latch of stainless steel. 4. Availability off ground mount and post mount. 5. Stainless steel cover and hardware with limited lifetime warranty.
	6. Easy internal accessibility. 7. Selection of enclosure colours available. 8. High density floats constructed of polyethylene. 9. Can easily work within a 2′ depth 10. Site specific with maximum influence zone

High performance membrane diffuser technology for canals

• Single membrane consists of flexible 12″ disc
• Dual membrane consists of two flexible 12″ discs
• Quad membrane consists of four flexible 12″ discs
• For sand or gravel weighting hollow base design is preferable
• Huge base area for soft bottom sediment
• Self-cleaning, reduces maintenance construction
• Ultra low back pressure check valve
• Based on micro-bubble technology
• Diffusers with five year warranty
• To prevent bio-film and calcium build-up almost all membranes have a non-stick coating

We supply an extensive range of aeration systems for canals including AquaAir and AirPro and our installation services are available to domestic and commercial clients throughout the United Kingdom. For more information and advice about canal aerators, fountains and lighting and our canal management services please email info@heathlandaquaticengineering.co.uk, call 0800 3891990.