Ultraclear Sludge Digester 1-Gal.
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ULTRACLEAR SLUDGE DIGESTER 1-GAL $60.99
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SLUDGE DIGESTER 1-GAL
Sludge accumulation in a pond occurs for a variety of reasons. Leaves and grass clippings
can be blown into the pond. Droppings from animals such as fish, ducks, or geese can
sometimes be significant. Even over-feeding the fish in the pond can promote sludge
accumulation. In many ponds, the largest contributor to sludge build up is dead algae.
Every year, algae populations increase to at least some extent during the warm sunny
months. These algae die off, and then become part of the sludge accumulation.
Sludge build-up causes four significant problems. First, it results in an anaerobic zone
(meaning a zone without significant dissolved oxygen). An anaerobic zone is a place where
potentially dangerous, disease-causing bacteria (pathogens) tend to grow. The larger the
anaerobic zone (meaning the greater the depth of sludge build up), the greater the
potential for significant populations of pathogenic bacteria in the pond, which can harm
fish.
Second, sludge build-up is the main cause of pond odors. When the build-up is significant,
hydrogen sulfide (which has a rotten egg odor) is produced. And hydrogen sulfide is not
only odorous, but can poison fish.
Third, sludge build-up may deplete oxygen reserves, particularly during warm weather. The
worse the build-up, the worse the oxygen depletion. Of course, low oxygen levels can be
stressful or even fatal to fish or other wildlife.
Fourth, as sludge build-up reaches excessive levels, nitrogen and phosphorous that is part
of the sludge will slowly be released. This nutrient release can cause severe water
quality problems, including algae blooms.
Of course, the larger and deeper the pond, the more difficult it is to mechanically remove
the sludge build-up. But there is a simple way to control sludge build up. Dose the pond
as described below with UltraClear Sludge Digester.
How Does Ultra Clear Sludge Digester Work UltraClear Sludge Digester contains a variety of
bacteria that digest sludge. It includes a class of bacteria that is facultative that
works in an aerobic or anaerobic zone. First, it must be emphasized that Sludge Digester
(or any biological product) is capable of digesting organic sludge, but not inorganic
material such as sand, silt, or clay. Organic sludge refers to sludge of biological
origin, such as leaves, grass, animal droppings, and dead algae.
Some natural bacteria have the ability to vigorously attack the basic building blocks of
organic sludge, such as proteins, starches, fats, and cellulose. In fact, UltraClear
Sludge Digester is super-enriched with these types of bacteria.
Sludge Digester is used in two main ways.
1. Season-long application designed to prevent excess sludge build-up 2. Fall Clean-Up to
thoroughly clean the pond and provide a fresh start for the next pond season.
It is very important to understand the difference between each application type, and to
use the product as directed. 1 gal treats 64,000 gallons.
