BLACK MAX Water Treatment Ozone Generators – BM1W & BM2W
The use of ozone in hydroponic agricultural applications is expanding as farmers seek to increase crop yields, reduce operating costs and reduce environmental degradation by minimizing the use of water and chemicals on the farm.
Significant water and nutrient savings can be achieved by re-using the feed water in a closed recirculating system, but the potential for disease outbreaks is greatly increased, so these risks needs to be carefully managed, in a cost effective way.
Black Max BM1W and BM2W ozone systems produce ozone on demand. This eliminates the high ongoing purchasing costs of chemicals such as chlorine and hydrogen peroxide, plus the risks associated with the use and storage of these potentially dangerous chemicals on a regular basis.
The Black Max ozone systems are the ideal water purification solution for both hydroponics and nursery applications. Ozone is one of the most powerful fast acting oxidizing agents and one of the most effective bactericides. No harmful by-products are produced by the Black Max ozone generator and the use of air drying equipment is not required. Under normal conditions you will no longer need to use air bubblers, hydrogen peroxide or similar products.
Unlike other methods of water treatment, a Black Max ozone system will purify the holding tank water, and the nutrient tank water, by direct injection of ozone. Commercial hydroponic farmers have proven that direct injection of ozone into their water tanks, and feed water tanks, will improve plant health and increases plant yields.
Waterborne diseases are controlled by the injected ozone, which destroys fungi, pathogenic bacteria, viruses and organochlorines. Once the ozone has done its job in the water tank, the excess ozone will safely break down into oxygen, which will super oxygenate the nutrient solution. This abundant oxygen promotes rapid healthy root development. Plants grow faster and healthier, producing higher yields.
Several methods can be used to directly inject the ozone into the holding tank and nutrient solution tank water depending on the application. See Ozone Systems for diagrams of typical Black Max installations. These systems incorporate water flowing through an ozone injector, injector manifold, or jet to create a vacuum. This vacuum is used to draw ozone out of the Black Max ozone generator, and directly inject this ozone into the water tanks.
Ozonated water can also be used for washing and rinsing produce, extending the shelf life of the treated produce by destroying pathogenic bacteria, fungi and moulds often found on the surface of the produce. The Black Max BM2W used in ozone rinsing systems, has achieved results which comply with the latest Australia wide certification standard SQF2000.
For information and photos of a Black Max ozone rinsing system, as published in the Practical Hydroponics & Greenhouses magazine, see the Produce Rinsing drop down, under the Water Treatment heading.
The Black Max ozone generator is electrically approved by the Dept of Mines & Energy and is C-tick approved. Designed to last indefinitely, the Black Max is constructed from marine grade aluminium, and the compact heavy-duty design has no moving parts to wear out and requires no regular maintenance. Located on the side of a Black Max is an external window that glows blue to instantly confirm lamp operation, and there are four mounting flanges for fast fixing, plus a piggyback plug for easy installation.
The Black Max has an advanced design that utilises two separate internal chambers, one for the UV lamp and ozone production, the other for control gear and wiring. This separation prevents the ozone from damaging internal components, leading to a longer operational life. The life span of the unit is also increased by the fact that no water actually comes into contact with the ozone generator.
The Black Max incorporates a high quality, long life industrial ozone producing UV (ultra violet) lamp, operating at a precise wavelength. The unit also uses an electronic starter that increases the lamp life by instantly starting the lamp without any flickering associated with a regular starter.
The Black Max ozone generator is Australian Made and has a full twelve month warranty that covers all components, including the ozone lamp, even with timer operation (conditions apply).
We pride ourselves on the reliability and exceptionally long life span of our ozone generators, and ozone lamps. The high quality of the Black Max ozone lamp ensures a reliable ozone production level. For maximum ozone output and to prevent the loss of ozone generating capacity occurring unexpectedly, we recommend that the ozone lamp is replaced every three years.
Install a Black Max ozone system to help keep your water oxygenated and your crop disease free, and be rewarded with a healthy high yielding crop.
BLACK MAX water treatment ozone generators are available in two sizes
BLACK MAX BM2W
Ozone output 3.0mg ozone per litre of air passing through the unit. For treatment of water reservoirs of up to 10,000+ litres in holding tanks or run to waste systems, and 5,000+ litres in recirculating systems. Larger water volumes can be treated with multiple units. Dimensions: 110mm wide x 65mm deep x 890mm long.
BLACK MAX BM1W
Ozone output 1.4mg ozone per litre of air passing through the unit. For treatment of water reservoirs of up to 2,000+ litres in holding tanks or run to waste systems, and 1,000+ litres in recirculating systems. Larger water volumes can be treated with multiple units. Dimensions: 110mm wide x 65mm deep x 430mm long.
Always read and follow the Operating Instructions before using any Black Max ozone generator, or ozone system, and observe OH&S (Occupational Health & Safety) guidelines for your specific application. Eyes or skin must never be exposed to the ozone lamp inside of a Black Max ozone generator. Ensure that staff or animals are never exposed to high levels of ozone in any enclosed space with inadequate ventilation.
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