Autumn Lake Management

by AquaticSolutions | Oct 21, 2013 | Invasive Weed Removal, Lake & Pond Management

As autumn advances we see most aquatic plants dying back. After the abundant growth of this summer, the sheer volume of decomposing material will make a dramatic difference to the quality of a lake, pond or river and keeping on top of lake management is essential.The...

Lake Cleaning for Triathlon & Open Water Swimming Events

by AquaticSolutions | Aug 20, 2013 | Blog

The growth in the popularity of Triathlon has led to an increase in demand for both open water swimming events and access to venues for training. However many clubs and event organisers are being denied access to existing and potential venues. In order to allay...

Water lilies – inspirational beauty?

by AquaticSolutions | Jul 17, 2013 | Lake & Pond Management, Water Lily Control

Few will argue that the sight of water lilies adorning still freshwater ponds and lakes, or slow moving rivers is truly beautiful. In fact, they inspired Claude Monet to paint over 250 pictures of them in his garden in Giverny. The large, glossy dark leaves are...

Truxor machines come to the CLA Game Fair

by AquaticSolutions | Jul 11, 2013 | Lake & Pond Management

With just a few days to go before the CLA Game Fair at Ragley Hall in Warwickshire, fingers are crossed for the fine weather to hold out. We are busy preparing for our stand (D0429) where we will have 3 of our Truxor amphibious machines on display for visitors to get...

Reed beds – management and conservation

by AquaticSolutions | Jul 1, 2013 | Aquatic Weed Control, Reed & Bulrush Control

Reed beds are areas dominated by Common reed, (Phragmites australis) a perennial and flood-tolerant grass that grows to over 2 metres high.  The reed beds provide an essential habitat for a wide range of plants, animals,  insects and invertebrates and their decline...