Pondstir makes effluent easy to manage

Effluent shouldn’t be a drain on your dairy farm. The right stirrer will help you to fully capitalise on this valuable resource.

The pond stirrer you choose is instrumental in determining the nutrient value of the effluent you apply to your pasture. Insufficient stirring can lead to the build-up of sludge at the base of your pond inhibiting the microorganisms that break down effluent creating a nutrient rich fertiliser.

Metalform’s PondStir uses specialised design and production to greatly increase the efficiency of the stirring achieved, using less power while increasing thrust and stirring capability. A PondStir can be assembled in less than a day without any excessive digging or specialist equipment. The head of the PondStir is mounted on a pivoting boom that allows it to be serviced a safe distance from the pond. The adjustable height, pivot and engineered head make the PondStir effective in a wide range of pond types. The ability to swivel the mixer head completely out and away from the effluent pond makes this one of the safest models on the market.

The unique shrouded head on each PondStir requires less energy to get the effluent moving by creating increased efficiencies. This means it gets the job done faster using less power, saving you money over time.

Thorough mixing prevents stagnation and the formation of a crust while also supporting anaerobic activity. The result is a higher quality fertiliser for you to apply to your pasture. Two PondStir mixer types are available in 4kw and 7.5kw outputs in either 8m or 10 lengths depending on the size of the pond, allowing for efficient stirring regardless of your pond or tank size.

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