LG Sonic - Model MPC-Buoy - Solution for Controlling and Monitoring Algae
Combines online water quality monitoring and ultrasound technology to provide a complete and cost-effective algae control solution in lakes and reservoirs.
Complete algae control solution by using ultrasoun...
Complete algae control solution by using ultrasound
- Sensor package to provide real-time water quality data
- Control algae in lakes, dams and water reservoirs
- Treatment range of 500m/1600ft in diameter
Solar-Powered Algae Control Using Sound Waves
The solution is to anchor one or multiple MPC-Buoy systems that transmit specific ultrasonic parameters depending on the type of algae. Each device can control algae in areas up to 500m/1600ft in diameter.
Algae Control Benefits
Effective algae control
Eliminates up to 90% of existing algae and prevents the growth of new algae using ultrasound technology. Furthermore, the MPC-Buoy allows reduction of TSS, BOD, and chemical consumption.
Safe for the environment
The ultrasound used by LG Sonic is safe for fish, plants, zooplankton, and insects. Our devices use of low power (5-20 Watts), wherefore no high voltage is transmitted into the water.
No release of toxins
The cell wall of the algae remains intact, preventing the release of toxins from the algae into the water.
Effective on larger water surfaces
Each MPC-Buoy device can control algae in areas up to 500m/1600ft in diameter. Multiple buoys can be installed for large water surfaces.
Low operational costs
The system operates autonomously on solar energy and has an integrated Aquawiper to prevent frequent site visits.
Easy to install and maintain
Can be deployed quickly and easily without the need for a crane. The system is easily accessible for maintenance while deployed.
How it Works
The MPC-Buoy is specially designed for large water surfaces and combines online water quality monitoring, web-based software and ultrasound technology to provide a complete and cost-effective treatment against algae in lakes, ponds and drinking water reservoirs.
The concept
1. Monitor Water Quality
The MPC-Buoy provides a complete overview of the water quality by collecting the following parameters every 10 minutes: Chlorophyll α (green algae), Phycocyanin (blue-green algae), pH, Turbidity, Dissolved Oxygen, and Temperature.
2. Predict Algal Blooms
The collected data is delivered in real time via radio, GPRS, or 3G to a web-based software. Based on our developed algorithm we are able to modify the ultrasonic program to the specific water conditions and predict an algal blooms a few days ahead.
3. Control Algae
Based on the received information, the ultrasonic program can be activated according to the water conditions and type of algae present. This way, it is possible to eliminate existing algae and prevent the growth of new algae.
4 ultrasonic transmitters for complete 360 algae c...
4 ultrasonic transmitters for complete 360 algae control
- Treatment range of 500m/1600ft in diameter
- Integrated AquawiperTM, an automatic cleansing system for the ultrasonic transmitters
- Chameleon technologyTM adjusts the ultrasonic program to the specific water conditions
Solar panels for autonomous power supply
Solar panels for autonomous power supply
- 3x 195 Wp high quality solar panels that provide power, all year-round in any country
- 1x 24 Volt, 40 AMP lithium battery
- Switches to energy-saving program during periods of low sun irradiation
Complete sensor package for real-time water qualit...
Complete sensor package for real-time water quality data
- In-situ water quality sensors to provide real-time data
- Monitors DO, turbidity, pH, chlorophyll α, phycocyanin, redox, and temperature
- Automatic antifouling wiper ensures optimal readings
Floating construction anchored to the bottom of a ...
Floating construction anchored to the bottom of a lake
- Aluminium powder coated frame
- UV and corrosion resistant construction
- Unsinkable floats
Smart communication system for remote control
Smart communication system for remote control
- GSM/GPRS Telemetry Quadband (CDMA, Radio, GPS and Iridium Satellite optional)
- Real-time water quality data with the MPC-View software
- Integrated alarm functions
Map Algae Concentrations with Satellite Remote Sensing
Satellite remote sensing technology allows to accurately map the algae distribution in large water bodies.
With the MPC-Buoy, it is already possible to accurately detect algae species in a specific area. By integrating satellite remote sensing it is possible to generate a complete overview of the spatial distribution of algae in large water bodies.
Advanced Water Quality Software
Based on real-time water quality data LG Sonic is able to modify the ultrasonic program to the specific water conditions.
MPC-View software allows users to visually follow the water quality and the progress of the ultrasonic treatment. Our employees receive the same real-time water quality data to verify the current status of the lake, modify the ultrasonic program, and prevent new blooms.
Easy Installation and Maintenance
The MPC-Buoy can be deployed quickly and easily without the need for a crane. The system is easily accessible for maintenance while deployed.
MPC-Buoy and LG Sonic Monitoring are modular units that are easy to assemble and install. Because the construction is light, you only need a small boat to drag the device to the center of the lake, where the unit can be installed and moored.
100% Copper Sulfate Reduction
Four solar-powered algae control buoys were installed in the Canoe Brook Reservoir #1 in Short Hills, NJ to assess the impact of the system for controlling algae and cyanobacteria in the raw water reservoir. The four buoys operated for five months in the spring/summer 2014.
Applications
-
Algae control in lakes - Water and Wastewater
Most advanced and environmentally friendly solution for algae control in lakes.
-
Algae control in industrial reservoirs - Water and Wastewater
Increase the water quality and efficiency of your cooling water.
-
Algae control in raw water reservoirs - Water and Wastewater
Algae control in raw water reservoirs increases the water quality and lowers chemical consumption. Treating algae in drinking water with ultrasound reduces taste and odor problems without harming the ecosystem.
-
Algae control in drinking water reservoirs - Water and Wastewater - Drinking Water
Treating algae in drinking water with ultrasound reduces taste and odour problems without harming the ecosystem. Prevent the occurrence of toxic blue-green algae. Reduce chemical dosage. Products can be NSF/ANSI Standard certified.
-
Algae control in lakes - Water and Wastewater
Treating blue-algae in lakes with ultrasound allows to improve the water quality without harming the ecosystem. Eliminate up to 90% of the current algae. Prevent the occurrence of toxic blue-green algae. Safe for fish, plants and other aquatic life.
-
Algae control in irrigation reservoirs - Water and Wastewater - Irrigation
Treating algae with ultrasound allows prevent clogging of pumps, filters, and sprinklers. Eliminate up to 70-90% of the algae. Increase agriculture productivity. Prevent clogging of filters.
Downloads related to this product
LG Sonic MPC-Buoy For Controlling and Monitoring Algae - Technical Specifications
Videos related to this product
-
Solar Powered Algae Control Using Sound Waves
LG Sonic’s ultrasound technology reduces algae up to 90% and prevents the growth of new algae. The environmentally friendly ultrasonic sound waves provide a long term solution for a healthy ecosystem.
The MPC-Buoy combines online water quality monitoring and ultrasound technology to provide a complete and cost-effective algae control solution in lakes and reservoirs. https://www.lgsonic.com
-
MPC-Buoy Explainer Movie
Algae control and Monitoring solution for drinking water reservoirs, dams and lakes.
Related news
-
LG Sonic part of Aguas Andinas’ water infrastructure for adapting to climate change
These ponds will ensure 34 hours of water autonomy to Santiago in the face of high turbidity in the Maipo River. Each basin has an MPC-Buoy system installed to preserve water quality. Climate change Traditionally, major rainfall occurred in the winter months. Precipitation formed an ice cover in the Andes mountains. Melting ice cover from the Andes mountain range was becoming a source of drinking water. However, with climate change, the main rainfall occurs now during the warmer months. Heavy rains during the...
-
How to reduce TSS, pH and harmful algae
Ondemand webinarThe webinar is now available on-demand by clicking the button below. View on-demand In this webinar Kathy Hall, Environmental Scientist from LimnoTech, will explain you how TSS, pH and algae growth are codependent and what can you do to reduce them Lisa Brand, Microbiologist from LG Sonic, will present you an interactive algae control technology Brian Snyder, Senior Chemical & Environmental Specialist from NIPSCO, will walk you through the case study: how he managed to reduce TSS...
-
Chemical dosing contributes to HAB occurrence, research finds
It is not a secret that chemicals do more harm than good. Yet, it is still a commonly used method believed to diminish the impacts of algal blooms. Commonly used copper sulfate is toxic to most aquatic species. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), copper is toxic to fish through binding to the gill membranes. By damaging the membranes, copper interferes with osmoregulation processes. The study of five Minnesota lakes reported that, after 50 years of copper sulfate treatment,...
-
New Jersey DEP funds data-driven technology to solve algae issues in Echo Lake, City of Newark
These blooms are a pressing threat to the water quality of lakes and drinking water reservoirs, resulting in closures of beaches, and causing economic losses in the tourism industry. To solve these algal blooms problems, the City of Newark will use LG Sonic technology. “Identifying new and effective ways to address the growing number of occurrences of harmful algal blooms is a public health and environmental priority for the Murphy Administration,” said Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe. To solve...
-
Florida Gulf Coast University chooses LG Sonic technology to control algal blooms
To control algae, FGCU’S Everglades Wetland Research Park in Naples will use LG Sonic’s MPC-Buoy systems. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection awarded FGCU’s Everglades Wetland Research Park in Naples the grant to run a pilot project. Director Bill Mitsch says “It’s a big grant. It sounds awesome because it’s a million-dollar grant”. The LG Sonic water treatment buoy called MPC-Buoy, monitors water quality in real-time and based on this data, it sends...
-
LG Sonic invited to provide seminar about algae control during water quality conference in Portland, USA
LG Sonic is invited to present and exhibit during the Water Quality Technology Conference in Portland, Oregon, USA. This conference provides a practical forum for a wide range of water technology professionals to exchange the latest research and information. At the exhibition, LG Sonic will showcase its latest technologies to control algal blooms in lakes and reservoirs. Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, cause problems when blooming in lakes and water reservoirs, such as health issues, fish deaths,...
-
Visit LG Sonic Algae Control at Aquatech Amsterdam 2017
From October 31 – November 3, LG Sonic will exhibit at Aquatech Amsterdam 2017 to showcase its latest solution to control and monitor algal blooms. By using ultrasound technology, LG Sonic offers an environmentally friendly solution to control algae and prevent new algae growth. LG Sonic will exhibit at booth 01.136. Ultrasonic algae control technology To control and monitor algae in lakes, drinking water reservoirs, cooling towers and other applications, LG Sonic developed an environmentally friendly...
-
LG Sonic attends European Mission to Promote Algae Control Solutions in Korea
From Monday 3 July to Friday 7 July 2017, LG Sonic is attending the EU-Gateway Environment and Water Technologies business mission to Seoul, Korea. Korea’s “Resource Circulation Economy and Society” initiative is foreseen to drive investments in environment and water technology as the country seeks solutions to reduce reliance on natural resources and adopt new recycling technologies. LG Sonic is invited by the EU-Gateway commission to show its environmentally friendly algae solutions to allows...
-
Ultrasonic depth sensor to measure water levels
The Dutch algae control company LG Sonic introduced an ultrasonic depth sensor to give the customers real-time insight in the water levels which allows them to adequately deal with water level fluctuations. Reservoirs used for industrial processes or the production of drinking water often deal with strong water level fluctuations. Due to events of high demand and evaporation, water levels in reservoirs may decrease up to 60%, which can have serious effects on the water quality. The ultrasonic depth sensor...
-
LG Sonic donates algae control system to Girls High School in Kwale, Kenya
The Dutch algae treatment company, LG Sonic, has donated an algae control system which will be used to improve the water quality at the Girls High School in Kwale, Kenya. The algae control project is part of a larger project conducted by the Verkaart Development Team (VDT) to collect rainwater during the rainy season. The estimated 2 million liters of collected water will be used as drinking water, and for showering and washing. Any excess water will be sold to villagers in order to finance the school. Improving...
-
LG Sonic received award for biofouling prevention project with the Royal Dutch Navy
Yesterday, LG Sonic received an award for a project with the Royal Dutch Navy to apply ultrasound technology on a marine vessel to prevent the growth of biofouling. Biofouling growth increases the drag on a hull which results that a ship can consume up to 40% more fuel and correspondingly produce 40% more CO2 emissions. The P.J.S de Jong Innovation award, organized by TNO, Organisation of Applied Scientific Research, was awarded during the TNO Maritime and Offshore Innovation Day in the RDM Campus in Rotterdam. Th...
-
WEFTEC 2016 – Meet LG Sonic at booth 1801
From September 26-28, LG Sonic will attend WEFTEC New Orleans, world’s largest water quality exhibition, to show their latest innovation to monitor and control toxic algal blooms in lakes and reservoirs. LG Sonic’s booth is located in the Netherlands Pavilion (1801). Ultrasonic algae control LG Sonic products provide an environmentally friendly solution to monitor and control algae and biofouling in lakes, drinking water reservoirs, cooling basins and other applications by making use of ultrasound...
-
LG Sonic Algae Control selected as Dutch winner of the Energy Globe Award
Today LG Sonic received the prestigious Energy Globe National Award for the development and commercialization of the MPC-Buoy. This solar-powered algae control system controls toxic algal blooms by using ultrasound technology. Representatives from the Embassy of Austria handed the award, signed by Energy Globe Jury chairperson Maneka Gandhi and Energy Globe initiator Mr. Wolfgang Neumann, during a company visit in Zoetermeer. Due to climate change average temperatures are increasing, as well as the frequency and...
-
Riverdale becomes an Official LG Sonic distributor for Canada
LG Sonic is pleased to announce that Riverdale Supply has become a Canadian distributor of the LG Sonic -line and MPC-Buoy systems. Riverdale Supply is a Canadian water management company carrying product lines that are environmentally friendly and effective in improving the water quality of lakes, drinking water reservoirs and wastewater lagoons. Riverdale is located in Carman Manitoba and will serve its customers with consultation, supply and installation the LG Sonic systems. Riverdale Water Management is an...
-
Visit LG Sonic during the Singapore International Water Week
In the week of 11-15 July, LG Sonic will attend the Business Avenues Environment and Water Technologies mission to Singapore and Vietnam.This business mission is linked to the Singapore International Water Week, a bi-annual global platform that brings together stakeholders from the water industry to share best practices, showcase the latest innovations and explore business opportunities. During the International Water Week LG Sonic will show its latest MPC-Buoy technology to monitor and control toxic algal blooms...
-
Ultrasonic algae control technologies shown during IFAT 2016
LG Sonic is going to exhibit during the IFAT to show its environmentally-friendly technologies to control and monitor algal blooms using ultrasound in lakes, reservoirs and cooling towers. LG Sonic’s, latest innovation, the MPC-Buoy, a solar-powered system that combines continuous online water quality monitoring, web-based software, and ultrasonic technology to effectively control harmful algal blooms in large water surfaces, such as lakes and drinking water reservoirs will be displayed in Hall A3.305/404...
-
Installation of four ultrasonic algae control systems in a recreational lake in the province of South Holland
LG Sonic installed four ultrasonic algae control systems, the MPC-Buoy, in recreational lake “de Zoetermeerse Plas” located in South Holland, the Netherlands. This environmentally friendly system controls toxic algal blooms by using ultrasound technology. It is the first algae control project of LG Sonic in their domestic market. In December 2015 LG Sonic, the municipality of Zoetermeer, and water board Rijnland officially announced the collaboration project to monitor and control algal blooms in...
-
Algae Control Solution for Chilean Salmon Industry?
Since February 2016, Salmon farms in Chile have been suffering from an intensive Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) which is causing massive numbers of salmon deaths. Ultrasonic technology combined with algae detection could be the solution for an industry facing economic losses totaling millions. Currently the Dutch algae control company, LG Sonic, is discussing the implementation of ultrasonic technology with the salmon industry in order to control the algal blooms. Algal Blooms Cost Chile’s Salmon Farms...
-
LG Sonic introduces new software for accurate water quality monitoring and effective algae control
LG Sonic introduces a user-friendly software, the MPC-View, to follow the water quality in lakes and reservoirs visually. The software receives its data from advanced water quality sensors that are integrated into the MPC-Buoy, a floating solar-powered system for control of algal blooms through ultrasound. The MPC-Buoy contains detailed monitoring equipment to provide a complete overview of the water quality. Every 10 minutes, essential algae indicators (Chlorophyll-a, Phycocyanin, and Turbidity) and water...
-
Official Announcement of First Dutch Algae Control Project with MPC-Buoy
Today (Dec 10, 2015) LG Sonic, the municipality of Zoetermeer, and water board Rijnland officially announced a collaboration project to monitor and control algal blooms in recreational lake the Noord Aa. For this project four MPC-Buoy systems will be installed before the summer of 2016. This environmentally friendly system controls toxic algal blooms by using ultrasound technology. It will be the first algae control project of LG Sonic in their domestic market. Several regional and local press attended the press...
-
LG Sonic will show its latest algae control technologies during the Water Quality Technology Conference, Utah
LG Sonic is going to exhibit during the Water Quality Technology Conference, which will take place in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. The latest environmentally-friendly technology of LG Sonic, the MPC-Buoy, provides continuous online water quality monitoring to predict and control algae by using ultrasound technology. The 3D model of the MPC-Buoy is to be shown during the conference from November 15 till November 17 at booth 204. The Water Quality Technology Conference The premier conference for water quality...
-
Chemical-free Algae Control Category Winner of the Aquatech Innovation Award 2015
Last week LG Sonic received the Aquatech Innovation Award 2015 in the category water supply/water treatment for the development and commercialization of the MPC-Buoy. This environmentally friendly system controls toxic algal blooms by using ultrasound technology. The winners were announced during the festive opening ceremony of the Amsterdam International Water Week and Aquatech Amsterdam on Monday 2 November 2015. Blue-green algae cause problems when blooming in lakes and water reservoirs, such as health...
-
MPC-Buoy winner of the Aquatech Innovation Award - water supply/water treatment
Today (Nov 02, 2015), LG Sonic received the Aquatech Innovation Award 2015 in the category water supply/water treatment for the development and commercialization of the MPC-Buoy. This environmentally friendly system provides continuous online water quality monitoring to predict and control algae by using ultrasound technology, thereby offering a complete algae control solution. The winners were announced during the festive opening ceremony of the Amsterdam International Water Week and Aquatech Amsterdam on...
-
LG Sonic’s MPC-Buoy nominated for Aquatech Innovation Award 2015
In the upcoming Aquatech Innovation Award 2015, LG Sonic is nominated in the category water treatment for the development of the MPC-Buoy, an environmentally friendly system that provides continuous online water quality monitoring to predict and control algae by using ultrasound technology, thereby offering a complete algae control solution. The award participants are bringing their latest innovations, inspiring trends and developments in the water industry. The most innovative products on the market will come...
-
LG Sonic`s latest technology MPC-Buoy shown during the 2015 Sichuan Water Mission Forum China
LG Sonic was invited to visit the 15th annual water forum, which took place at Chengdu, Sichuan Province China on October 19th, 2015. During the forum, a presentation of LG Sonic’s latest technology MPC-Buoy was given by the CEO, Yousef Yousef. The MPC-Buoy of LG Sonic provides continuous online water quality monitoring to control algae by using ultrasound technology, thereby offering a complete algae control solution to drinking water reservoirs, wastewater lagoons and lakes. Following by the presentation,...
-
Join us at Aquatech Amsterdam 2015
LG Sonic is going to exhibit during Aquatech Amsterdam 2015 to show the company’s environmentally friendly algae control solutions. LG Sonic’s latest innovation, the MPC-Buoy is nominated for the Aquatech Innovation Award and will be displayed in the innovation Lab (stand 07.550) at Hall 7 on November 3, 2015. On Monday November 2, there is going to be an announcement of the Aquatech winners during the official opening in the Auditorium of RAI Amsterdam (Entrance G) from 15.30 hrs – 17.30...
-
LG Sonic selected as one of the most innovative companies in the Netherlands
During Blue Oceans Day, organized by the Dutch Chamber of Commerce, LG Sonic got selected as one of the most innovative companies in the Netherlands. The company is especially rewarded for the successful development and commercialization of the MPC-Buoy, an environmentally system to monitor and control harmful algal blooms with the use of ultrasonic technology. The Blue Oceans Day took place on 20 August 2015 during Sail Amsterdam at the Dutch Chamber of Commerce. A panel of experts selected 100 companies whose...
-
Award for innovative approach to control algae with ultrasound technology
LG Sonic, a Dutch manufacturer of algae control systems, received an award for their innovative approach to control algae with ultrasound technology. The annual “Going the Extra Mile” (GEM) awards were hosted by Northumbrian Water, a UK Water Utility company supplying water in both the north and south of England. The event took place at the Beamish Hall on Thursday 25 June 2015. The event which is in it is fourth year celebrates the excellent work and achievements of supplies and contractors of NWG...
-
Find out our Latest Technologies during Power-Gen Europe 2015
Next week LG Sonic is going to exhibit during Power-Gen Europe 2015 which takes place from 9-11 June in Amsterdam RAI, The Netherlands. This year’s event highlights many aspects of the energy change in Europe and focuses on the opportunities arising right across the sector for innovative and flexible businesses. Prevent algae proliferation that can block pumps and affect circuits In summer water reservoirs of power stations can suffer from several algal blooms which decrease the water quality and efficiency...
-
Global TAG Excellence Award for LG Sonic’s Ultrasonic Algae Control Technology
During the Global TAG conference LG Sonic received an award for the successful development and commercialization of the MPC-Buoy, an environmentally system to monitor and control harmful algal blooms with the use of ultrasonic technology. The Global TAG conference and awards event took place on the 26th April 2015 at the InterContinental Hotel Athenaeum in Athens, Greece. Event participants represented water and waste water utilities, agencies and technology companies from TAG groups in the UK, Europe, North...
-
LG Sonic and American Water Announce Innovative Partnership to Monitor and Control Algal Blooms
American Water, America’s largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, and LG Sonic, a Dutch manufacturer of algae control systems, today announced it has formed a partnership to perform ultrasonic algae control in water treatment plants. This makes LG Sonic the first European company that succeeded to become a certified innovation partner of American Water. Reduction of Chemical Consumption, Odor, and Taste Problems Blue-green algae cause problems when blooming in lakes and water reservoir...
-
Mayor of Zoetermeer Officially Opens New Office LG Sonic
After a welcome by LG Sonic, Mayor of Zoetermeer, Charlie Aptroot gave a speech about the company and its growth. The speech of Mayor Charlie Aptroot ended with the official ribbon cutting ceremony. After the official opening we continued with a company tour and demonstration of the MPC-Buoy, our latest innovation to control algae on large water surfaces. After the company tour, the general manager of LG Sonic, Yousef Yousef, gave a speech about the history of the company and the developed innovations. The day...
-
American Water and LG Sonic Receive Award for Chemical-Free Algae Control
American Water, America’s largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, and LG Sonic, a Dutch manufacturer of algae control systems, received a Business Achievement Award from the Environmental Business Journal (EBJ) yesterday for the installation of four solar-powered algae control buoys (MPC-Buoys) in a drinking water reservoir at the Canoe Brook Water Treatment Plant in Short Hills, New Jersey. Reduction of Chemical Consumption, Odor, and Taste Problems Blue-green algae cause problems...
-
Award for Ultrasonic Algae Control in Raw Water Reservoir UK
LG Sound, Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water (DCWW), Celtic Process Control and Isle Utiltites received the Engineering Solutions Award for the deployment of a MPC-Buoy for ultrasonic algae control. The Engineering solutions award considers innovations that have a physical and tangible output. DCWW supplies drinking water and waste water services to most of Wales and parts of western England. DCWW decided to install the MPC-Buoy from LG Sound in a raw water reservoir for the water quality monitoring and control of algae...
-
LG Sound integrates new technology to detect toxic algae blooms
LG Sound introduces satellite remote sensing technology in order to detect toxic algae blooms. Satellite remote sensing allows water quality detection from a distance, with information obtained from satellites. Together with several European universities we discovered that different types of algae require different type of ultrasonic treatment. Therefore it is important to detect the type of algae before determining the right ultrasonic treatment program. Where conventional methods to identify algae blooms such...
-
Seminar about monitoring, predicting and controlling toxic algae during the Inter-Water Australia conference
LG Sound is going to attend the Inter-Water Australia conference which takes place from 15-16 October in Melbourne, Australia. The conference will be addressing issues related to water efficiency, water quality and water risk. On Thursday 16th of October our representative, Lisa Brand, will give a presentation about our latest technology, the MPC-Buoy® to monitor, predict, prevent and control toxic cyanobacteria blooms in lakes and reservoirs. SeminarTopic: Monitoring, predicting, preventing and controlling...
-
LG Sound receives WssTP Water Innovation Award with new MPC-Buoy
LG Sound is the proud winner of the WssTP Water Innovation SME awards which was announced during the Water Innovation Europe 2014 conference in Brussels. We are honored to receive this award for the successful development and commercialization of the MPC-Buoy, which provides a unique solution for algae control by combining continuous water quality monitoring, telemetering and ultrasound technology. The WssTP innovation and technology board selected several SME’s whose innovations were identified as best...
-
Blue-green algae successfully monitored and controlled by using ultrasound with new MPC-Buoy
The MPC- Buoy improved the water quality in a drinking water reservoir in the UK. The drink water company Sembcorp Bournemouth Water (SBW) has announced in a press release that after the installation of the MPC-Buoy a ‘dramatic reduction’ in the concentration of algae was experienced. A lake in Poland showed a substantial improvement in the water quality after the installation of two MPC-Buoys. The level of cyanobacteria cells (blue-green algae) was nine times lower compared to similar lakes in the...
-
Blue-Green Algae Successfully Monitored and Controlled by Using Ultrasound with New MPC-Buoy
Algal blooms located in water surfaces is a common problem which is encountered by many professionals in the water industry. High algae levels often result in a deterioration of the water quality and bad odor. In order to provide an environmentally friendly solution to prevent the growth of blue-green algae, the Dutch company LG Sound initiated a successful project with the new MPC-Buoy in the Skrzyneckie Male lake (10.7 ha) in Poznan, Poland. As part of the Clearwater project, two MPC-Buoys were installed in...
-
LG Sonic MPC-Buoy / LG Sonic e-Line
MPC-Buoy Installed in Poland Milestone of the project ClearWater PMPC Under the European Funded FP7 project, 2 MPC-Buoys have been deployed for research purpose in Lake Skrzyneckie Male in Poznan, Poland. Within the project, 2 Buoy types have been developed, a Master version and a Slave. The Master Buoy continually monitors the water quality, to determine algae blooms within the lake. After uploading this to a server, the most optimal ultrasonic program can be selected to target the present algae. The Slave...
-
Revolutionary system to Monitor, Predict and Control Cyanobacteria with the smart MPC-Buoy
The patented LG Sonic MPC ensures fast and efficient algae control by combining online water quality monitoring, telemetering and ultrasonic technologies to provide the state-of-the-art treatment against algae and cyanobacteria in ponds, lakes and dams. Under the 7th framework program from the European Commission, LG Sound has joined forces with several European universities and SME. With a total budget of 1,3 million euro, the consortium developed an innovative, environmentally friendly solution for harmful...
-
LG Sound proudly presents: Interactive Algae Control
The patented LG Sonic MPC combines online water quality monitoring, telemetring and ultrasound technology to provide the state-of-the-art treatment against algae and cyanobacteria. By constantly measuring water quality, the LG Sonic MPC determines the most optimal ultrasonic program. LG Sonic algae control - With a radius of 360 degrees and a range of 500 meter (1650 ft) Monitors water quality- With online sensors for Chlorophyll a, phycocyanin, TSS, DO, pH, Redox and Temperature. Telemetry/ Communication...
-
Revolutionary ultrasonic Algae and Cyanobacteria control with the smart LG Sonic MPC-BUOY (Monitor-Predict-Control)
The patented LG Sonic MPC ensures fast and efficient algae control by combining online water quality monitoring, telemetering and ultrasound technology to provide the state-of-the-art treatment against algae and cyanobacteria in ponds, lakes and dams. As algae types change during seasons, the ultrasonic treatment needs to be adjusted accordingly. To remain highest efficiency, the new interactive algae control product includes outstanding features with compatible performances. Starting with the monitoring...
Related articles
-
Space: the final frontier of water treatment
Today, there are plenty of methods to track and improve water quality. Yet, the technique that stands out the most comes from space. You guessed it - remote sensing (or satellite imagery). Remote ...
-
Algal blooms in drinking water reservoirs
Drinking water reservoirs worldwide often suffer from frequent outbreaks of algal blooms. Their water quality degrades and becomes undrinkable. Algal blooms can grow so massive that they are even ...
-
Why Interactive Ultrasonic Programs are Important to Effectively Control Algae
Many different algal types can bloom in a water body. Some of these algae are plant cells, while others are bacteria. Algae may vary in size, shape and cell characteristics. Typically, the type of ...
-
How Ultrasound Controls Algae
Controlling algae with low-power ultrasound is a well-established technology that has been in existence for many years. It is an environmentally-friendly technology that is harmless to fish and ...
-
Why it is Important to Control Algae Growth
A combination of high temperatures, stagnant water and nutrient overload can result in excessive algae growth. These so-called algal blooms can lead to a depletion of oxygen in the water, release of ...
-
Control Algae and Improve the Water Quality in Waste Stabilization Ponds
Due to population growth, accelerated urbanisation and economic development, the quantity of waste water generated is increasing globally. Mainly in low-income areas, a large proportion of the waste ...
-
Cyanobacterial Blooms
Cyanobacterial blooms can lead to a depletion of oxygen in the water, a release of toxins, as well as taste and odour problems. Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae are found in the oldest ...
-
Algae Control in Lakes and Reservoirs
There are plenty of harmful algal bloom related cases worldwide but what is evident is that their number elevates with each year. Excessive cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) and green algae growth in ...
-
Algal blooms: What are they?
Algal blooms are also known as marine blooms or water blooms, and are actually a sudden increase in the population of algae in water scenery. Algal blooms usually take place in freshwater, such as ...
-
Control and monitor Algae in a Lake - Case Study
As part of the Clearwater PMPC project, 2 MPC Buoys were deployed in the Skrzyneckie Małe Lake to test the performance of this unique technology. The Challenge: Control and Monitor Toxic Algal ...
-
Algae control in East Dorset raw water reservoir - Case Study
Bournemouth Water has installed four MPC-Buoy systems to monitor and control algal blooms at Longham Lakes. After the installation of the MPC-Buoy systems a dramatic reduction in the concentration of ...
-
Map Algal Blooms with Satellite Remote Sensing Technology
The quality of water bodies is a key determinant in the usability of the resource for the purpose required. It is therefore of great importance to managers of hydrologic resources to be able to ...
-
Algae Control Solution for Chilean Salmon Industry?
Since February 2016, Salmon farms in Chile have been suffering from an intensive Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) which is causing massive numbers of salmon deaths. Ultrasonic technology combined with algae ...
-
MPC-Buoy in lake - Case Study
Company: Initiated by LG Sound and conducted with a European consortium Description: MPC-Buoy® deployment in Poland in June 2013 Project objective: As part of the Clearwater PMPC project, two ...
-
MPC-Buoy in drinking water reservoir - Case Study
Application: Drinking water reservoir, UK Description: Installation of multiple MPC-Buoys in a drinking water reservoir in the UK Project objective: The MPC-Buoy® was installed to improve the ...
-
Algae control in New Jersey raw water reservoir - Case Study
Four solar-powered algae control buoys were installed in the Canoe Brook Reservoir #1 in Short Hills, NJ to assess the impact of the system for controlling algae and cyanobacteria in the raw water ...
-
Toxic algae successfully monitored, controlled at drink water reservoir in the UK
Within the water industry, combating algae is known as a hazardous chemical process. However the chemical free approach and solution of LG Sound is confirmed to be environmental friendly by Sembcorp ...
-
Algae control in facultative oxidation lagoon - Case Study
In June 2012, the Brazilian public water company Sabesp decided to install one LG Sonic e-line device at their facultative oxidation lagoon in Itapetininga. The Challenge: Blue-green Algae Cause ...
