More Information:

If you’d like to read more about sizing, please read the information in the System Sizing tab below. You’ll also find images of sample aeration design.

Open the System Specifications tabe for more information on this UL certified compressor and aeration system, including warranty information and specification downloads.

Curious about the science behind aeration? Check out our Aeration FAQs tab.

If you are unsure of the correct number of aerator heads you require, or the proper placement in your pond, every aeration system at Algae Control Canada includes complimentary free design service.

Freight is included in our pricing. Please read our freight disclaimer before placing your order.

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AIR 1 – 1/3 HP AERATION SYSTEMS

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Description

This 1/3 horsepower compressor system is ideal for several styles of ponds:

  • A simple shape pond, between 1/4  to 1/2 acre, with a minimum 12 feet depth. 
  • It’s often recommended for smaller ponds with islands. 
  • This is also the right choice for small ponds that are aging with a heavy nutrient accumulation and your goal is to reclaim water quality, faster.
  • Small, shallow ponds (6-10 feet average depth)

From: $1,499.00

More Information:

If you’d like to read more about sizing, please read the information in the System Sizing tab below. You’ll also find images of sample aeration design.

Open the System Specifications tabe for more information on this UL certified compressor and aeration system, including warranty information and specification downloads.

Curious about the science behind aeration? Check out our Aeration FAQs tab.

If you are unsure of the correct number of aerator heads you require, or the proper placement in your pond, every aeration system at Algae Control Canada includes complimentary free design service.

Freight is included in our pricing. Please read our freight disclaimer before placing your order.

Freight Disclaimer

Size guide:

Simple pond ¼-½ acreSmall pond with islandOld pond, simple shape up to ½ acreShallow pondNoise reduction
Vertex Air 1 – No CabinetRight choiceOption ANo
Vertex Air 1 Plus – No CabinetOption AOption BRight choiceNo
Vertex Air 1 XL4 – No CabinetOption BOption ANo
Vertex Air 1 – With CabinetRight choiceOption AYes
Vertex Air 1 – With CabinetOption AOption BRight choiceYes
Vertex Air 1 XL4 – With CabinetOption BOption AYes

Size Notes:

Small Ponds: Ponds shallower than ten (10) feet and between ⅕ and 1 acre require custom aeration design due to the impact differences of temperature on oxygenation in shallow water. Please note, we do not work with ornamental ponds.

Large Ponds/Community Lakes: We design and install custom aeration across Canada. Contact us for more information.

BENEATH THE PURCHASE

Once you’ve systematically introduced oxygen to your pond, you can run this system 24/7 with a super-duty Brookwood ⅓ HP compressor. You can be confident with a 3-year warranty (excluding wearable parts that are routine maintenance). The optional QuietAir ® cabinet for sound management. 

If you are unsure of the correct number of aerator heads you require, or the proper placement in your pond, every aeration system at Algae Control Canada includes free design service. Just contact us before you order.

AIR 1 - 1/3 HP AERATION SYSTEMS
SystemDiffuser BaseCabinetHPCFMHose Size
Vertex Air 1 – With Cabinet:1-Vertex XL2 Small Vertex QuietAir1/32.5Optional 50′
Vertex Air 1 Plus – With Cabinet:2-Vertex XL2Small Vertex QuietAir1/32.5Optional 50′
Vertex Air 1 Plus – With Cabinet:1-Vertex XL4 Small Vertex QuietAir1/32.5Optional 50′
Vertex Air 1 – No Cabinet1-Vertex XL2No Cabinet1/32.5Optional 50′
Vertex Air 1 Plus – No Cabinet 2-Vertex XL2No Cabinet1/32.5Optional 50′
Vertex Air 1 XL4 – No Cabinet1-Vertex XL4 No Cabinet1/32.5Optional 50′

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System Sizes

How to Size your 1/3 HP system for a medium sized pond

You can correctly choose how many aerator heads your 1/3 HP Aeration System for a medium sized pond based on volume calculations of your pond.

Step One Acreage / surface area

The simplest way to determine the total surface area of your pond is Google Earth and plot the outline of your pond. 

*We’ll do this for you for free. Just choose “yes” for free system design on the order page.

Larger than an acre? Select an Air 2 system or larger

Step 2 Pond shape and depth 

  1. Is one end of the pond really shallow (less than 10 feet)?
    1. Add an additional XL 1 airstation for each extended shallow area.
  2. Does your pond have islands?
    1. Add an additional XL 1 airstation unit to go on the far side of an island, to ensure even distribution of oxygen to the sediments
    2. Maximum number of airstations is in the PondLyfe 4. More airstations required? Select an Air 2 system or larger.

Step 3 Water quality

If you have and of the following water quality challenges:

  • Persistent or recurring algal blooms
  • Annual / seasonal fish kills
  • High turbidity (murky water)
  • A lot of muck in your sediments
  • Bad smells (organic material rotting)

 

Please call us for further information. Our consults are free of charge and solving these problems is what we do. We’ll help you:

  • plan the placement of aerator stations, 
  • do the math on surface area, 
  • determine the rate of oxygenation at the sediment level, 
  • help you ask the right questions about your power source and electricity consumption,
  • answer your questions about winterization and maintenance cycles
  • work with your water quality goals and budget to get better results for your pond, faster.

 

Air 1 System Options List.

Vertex Air 1 – No CabinetOne (1) Super-Duty Brookwood 1/3HP, 2.5CFM compressor installed on a fan cooled base and equipped with pressure gauge, pressure release valve, antivibration feet and high heat outlet hose.

Includes one (1) Vertex XL2 AirStation diffuser base.		Options: Hose Quantity
Vertex Air 1 Plus – No CabinetOne (1) Super-Duty Brookwood 1/3HP, 2.5CFM compressor installed on a fan cooled base and equipped with a ready to run kit including pressure gauge, pressure release valve, antivibration feet, high heat patch hose and a 2-way valve manifold.

Includes two (2) Vertex XL2 AirStation diffuser bases.		Options: Hose Quantity
Vertex Air 1 XL4 – No CabinetOne (1) Super-Duty Brookwood 1/3HP, 2.5CFM compressor installed on a fan cooled base and equipped with pressure gauge, pressure release valve, antivibration feet and high heat outlet hose.

Includes one (1) Vertex XL4 AirStation diffuser base.		Options: Hose Quantity
Vertex Air 1 – With CabinetOne (1) Super-Duty Brookwood 1/3HP, 2.5CFM compressor installed in a Small Vertex QuietAir cabinet and equipped with pressure gauge, pressure release valve, and single air outlet.

Includes one (1) Vertex XL2 AirStation diffuser base.		Options: Hose Quantity
Vertex Air 1 Plus - With CabinetOne (1) Super-Duty Brookwood 1/3HP, 2.5CFM compressor installed in a small Vertex QuietAir cabinet and equipped with pressure gauge, pressure release valve, and 2-way valve manifold.

Includes two (2) Vertex XL2 AirStation diffuser bases.		Options: Hose Quantity
Vertex Air 1 XL4 - With CabinetOne (1) Super-Duty Brookwood 1/3HP, 2.5CFM compressor installed in a Small Vertex QuietAir cabinet and equipped with pressure gauge, pressure release valve, and single air outlet.

Includes one (1) Vertex XL4 AirStation diffuser base.
Options: Hose Quantity

System Specifications

We are the premiere distributor of Vertex Aquatic Solutions™ Aeration systems in Canada. 

Our customers want high quality aeration systems with long-run times, simpler compressor maintenance schedules, top industry warranties and certified components with a strong scientific foundation.

To support the quality planning and installation, our customers enjoy aeration design services on every system we sell. Our goal is to help our customers solve problems and create high quality water in their ponds, on their budget. 

System components and Warranty benefits

  • A super-duty ⅓ Brookwood compressor. 
    • This oil-free compressor comes with a 2-3 year extended duty cycle for maintenance. 
    • A 3-year warranty is included on any compressor that is purchased with a PondLyfe Quietair ™ Cabinet
  • A PondLyfe Quietair ™ Cabinet
    • The cabinet has its own limited lifetime warranty against rust
    • The cabinet protects the compressor from the elements 
    • The Quietair ™ Cabinet is integrated with the system and delivers one of the quietest compressor experiences on the market.
    • Includes mounting pad, quick disconnect switch and plug-in connection
    • Available in 3 colour options. *Some options may need to be ordered. 
  • Airstation disks
    • 5-year no questions asked warranty
    • Tough, efficient and simple to install
  • Nautilus Super-Duty Self-weighted Tubing
    • Made specifically for our systems
    • Durable, easy to work with

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