Black Max Water Treatment – General Information, and BM1W & BM2W Specifications

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.

The Black Max BM1W and BM2W ozone systems produce ozone on demand. This eliminates the ongoing high purchasing costs of chemicals such as chlorine and hydrogen peroxide, plus the safety risks associated with the storage and handling and of these potentially dangerous chemicals on a regular ongoing basis.

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 operating conditions you will no longer need to use air bubblers, chemicals, or Bio-Bugs etc.

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 nutrient mixing 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 a water tank, the excess ozone produced will safely break down into oxygen, which will super oxygenate the water tank or nutrient solution tank. 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 ozone system installations. These systems incorporate water flowing through an ozone injector, injector manifold, or jet to create a vacuum utilizing the venturi effect. This vacuum is then used to draw ozone out of the Black Max ozone generator, and directly inject this ozone into the water tanks or feed 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 SQF 2000.

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.

Black Max ozone generators are 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 easy fixing, plus a piggyback plug for easy installation.

The Black Max ozone generators have 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.

Black Max ozone generators are Australian-made and have 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 lamps ensures a reliable ozone production level for a long period of time. For maximum ozone output and to prevent the loss of ozone generating capacity occurring unexpectedly, especially during very hot weather when the plants are relying even more on the ozone to help keep them healthy, we recommend that the ozone lamp should be replaced every three years.

Install a Black Max ozone system to help keep your crops disease free, your water super oxygenated.. and be rewarded with healthy, faster growing, and higher yielding crops.

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Black Max Ozone Generators – BM1W & BM2W Specifications

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 up to 5,000 litres in recirculating systems. Larger water volumes can be treated with multiple units.
Dimensions: Length 890mm x Width 110mm x Depth 65mm. (Width 85mm excluding mounting flanges).

Black Max BM1W
Ozone output 1.5mg ozone per litre of air passing through the unit. For treatment of water reservoirs of up to 5,000 litres in holding tanks or run to waste systems, and up to 2,500 litres in recirculating systems. Larger water volumes can be treated with multiple units.
Dimensions: Length 430mm x Width 110mm x Depth 65mm. (Width 85mm excluding mounting flanges).

Ozone Monitors and Controllers for Black Max ozone systems

Black Max Ozone Generators can supply high quality ozone monitors, both hand held and static units, with or without data logging capability. This equipment can be used to measure and control the concentration of ozone inside any enclosed space where there is inadequate natural ventilation. This is important in poorly ventilated areas where staff or animals may be present for extended periods. This equipment can control an ozone generator, and even activate an alarm if the ozone concentration exceeded a certain preset level. With adequate ventilation, and at low concentrations as specified in the OH&S guidelines, ozone in the air is generally not considered to be harmful.

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Always read and follow the Black Max Operating Instructions before using any Black Max ozone generator or Black Max ozone system, and observe the Occupational Health & Safety guidelines (OH&S) 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 not exposed to high levels of ozone in any enclosed space without adequate ventilation.