Algae Aid Algaecide

Description

Algae Aid Algaecide (Active Ingredient: Quaternary Ammonium Compound @ 142.5g/L)

Similar or comparable to Algaefix Algaecide (Adama)

Algae Aid Algaecide is used to control algae and blackspot in swimming and therapeutic pools and air conditioning waters. Algae Aid will control algae and mould growth on surfaces such as tiles, bricks, concrete, fibro, artificial grasses and coatings. For grasses and vegetation, Algae Aid Algaecide is ideal for golf courses and bowling greens, bunkers and sports turf areas. Algae Aid Algaecide is a non-chloride-based formulation that limits the potential for burn, unlike other algaecides on the market.

Algae Aid Algaecide is an environmentally safe, biodegradable, completely water-soluble and non-phytotoxic algaecide.  When used as directed, the pesticidal residues of this product are biodegraded by normal soil microorganism populations. 

Why choose Algae Aid Algaecide;

• It contains the active ingredient Quaternary Ammonium Compound.
• An environmentally safe, biodegradable, completely water-soluble and non-phytotoxic algaecide.
• A unique mode of action that provides limited potential for resistance.
• Strong activity on algae for efficient and effective control.
• Non-chloride-based formulation that limits the potential for burn, unlike other algaecides on the market.
• Environmentally safe, biodegradable and completely water-soluble.
• It is non-corrosive to equipment, structures, and growing areas, and most importantly, it is not harmful to plants when applied at recommended rates.
• An APVMA-approved product that guarantees a credible formulation and proven activity.
• Reduces reliance on and overuse of fungicidal-based products for algae control on turf.
• Also safe for use on Synthetic grass surfaces

How does Algae Aid Algaecide work;

Quaternary Ammonium Compound (QAC), the active ingredient in Algae Aid Algaecide works primarily by membrane disruption. QAC does this due to its strong positive charge. Algae, mould and bacteria possess a negative charge. QAC binds and attaches to the algae, mould or bacteria and causes the cytoplasmic membrane to leak, creating so much damage to the cells that eventually the algae, mould or bacteria die.

Where can Algae Aid Algaecide be used to control Algae and Mould;

How to use Algae Aid to remove and control mould for general use, walls, floors and pathways;

Algae Aid Algaecide is used to control mould & algae on surfaces such as tiles, bricks, concrete, fibro, artificial grasses & coatings and in other situations.

• Clean the surface with an appropriate cleaner.
• Apply the solution of Algae Aid to the cleaned surface and allow it to dry.
  • General Use – 6mL per 1L (Do not rinse treated surfaces)
  • Walls & Floors (tiles, concrete & fibro) & pathways – 10mL – 20mL per 1L Water depending level of soiling (Use after a pre-cleaning treatment)
• This will stop spore growth and maintain a clean, presentable surface.
• A sealer may be applicable in sealing the clean surface.

How to control algae in turf management;

Algae are primitive green plants. They can be a problem in turfgrass when surface conditions are overly wet. They tend to occur in low, shaded, or compacted areas. Algae form a greenish to black scum on the soil or in thin turf. As this blackish scum dries, it appears as a crust that later cracks. Turfgrass plants may become chlorotic (yellowed), weak, and eventually die as a result of Algae competition. 

Culturally, algal scums can be managed in turf by employing the following methods:

• Improving surface and subsurface drainage
• Avoiding frequent irrigation, especially at night
• Aerification of compacted areas
• Maintaining proper pH and nutritional levels
• Increasing mowing height where possible and practical
• Improving light penetration to the turf sward
• Using more shade-tolerant grasses where shade is the major cause of the problem.

Algae in greenhouse & nurseries production;

Algae are found in nearly every greenhouse, nursery, and sometimes even landscape where ornamentals are produced.  Algae grow wherever we have supplied it with excess water and food. It can be found on pots, potting media surfaces, soil, benches, walkways and even all over plant leaves and stems.  Algae are a nuisance, a worker health risk (slipping), a challenge to plant nutrition as they use water and fertiliser meant for plant growth, and an irrigation challenge because a dense algal mat can make water penetration impossible.  They are also food for some insect pests, including fungus gnats.

Algae Aid Algaecide Pack Size: 5-Litre

Registrant: Indigo Specialty Products Pty Ltd (APVMA #: 93388)

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