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What is LakeVac
LakeVac Dosage Table
Safely eliminates algae blooms from your lake, dam or stored water.
Advantages of using LakeVac:
The benefits of using LakeVac
What is LakeVac

LakeVac is mixed into the lake water and allowed to settle. The chemical acts as a flocculent, which causes the algae, silt and nutrients to settle to the bottom of the lake. The settling of the nutrients will result in less algae growth, because of the reduction of phosphorous and other nutrients required for algae growth. LakeVac kills most rooted aquatic plants. LakeVac treatment temporarily increases the pH levels of the water. The high pH can have negative effects on disinfection.

Calculating the amount of LakeVac required:

  1. Determine the volume of water for treatment in m3
  2. Determine the alkalinity of the water for treatment
  3. Refer to the above table to determine the proper
    dosage of LakeVac required.
    (Caution: Concentrated LakeVac can kill fish)

Safely eliminates algae blooms from your lake, dam or stored water.
DOSE: The quantity of LakeVac and the application method can vary with the required outcome. For a very serious problem, the full proscribed amount should be used. For small outbreaks (floating algae or regular maintenance treatment) spot spraying within the infected areas only is very affective. Aerating the water body regularly with a Biostat Lakesaver aeration systems will improve treatment.

RATE: Determine volume of water for treatment. and the alkalinity of the water. The higher the alkalinity as Ca CO3,then the greater the quantity of LakeVac required. For moderate alkalinity (50-100mg/L) 10kg per 100,000 L. For medium alkalinity (100-200mg/L) 15kg per 100,000 L. For high alkalinity (more than 200mg/L) 20kg per 100,000 L

Application: LakeVac can be applied by a custom applicator, In many instances it is applied with a common fire fighter pump and spray nozzle. The LakeVac is mixed into a pumpable wet slurry and sprayed evenly of the water surface for treatment. Concentrates on the deeper areas and on any rooted plants along the waters edge. LakeVac must be mixed thoroughly as possible into the treatment area. Apply one treatment. Wait until the water surface is clear before using for any purpose.

Use alkalinity test strips to determine pretreatment alkalinity

AVAILABLE In 10L (5kg), 20L (10kg), 200L (90kg) dry powder

Enquire about . 1000L bulk liquid form

Advantages of using LakeVac:

The problems caused by algae in lakes, dams and tanks is well known. Copper sulphate and simazine treatment have been used to provide short term control of algae blooms. The occurrence of high concentrations in the lake and dam bed sediment & herbicides/pesticides commonly used to control algae, appearing in adjacent ground water aquifers

demonstrates the need for careful before using these products. LakeVac is a safer & more complete & longer lasting method of treatment.

The benefits of using LakeVac
  1. Longer term algae control
  2. Control of submerged rooted plants
  3. Nutrient removal
  4. Flocculation and settlement of silt
  5. Clean and clear water
  6. Stabilised lake/ dam bed

Note: LakeVac has worked successfully in most water, however, a very small percentage of water bodies have not shown improvement after treatment. Water with a high level of organic colour (yellow to brown) fits into this category. Caution: LakeVac is corrosive. Safety equipment should be used to protect skin & eyes during use; Wash all equipment (including pumps internals) after use.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
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