Understanding Eutrophication and How Algae Armor Fights It

Eutrophication is the process by which water bodies become overly enriched with nutrients, often leading to excessive algae and plant growth. These nutrients—primarily phosphorus, can enter ponds, lakes, and reservoirs through runoff from fertilizers, stormwater, and organic matter. Over time, this buildup can affect water clarity, oxygen levels, and the overall balance of aquatic ecosystems. 

Algae Armor is designed to address the nutrient overload that drives eutrophication. It contains a mineral blend of iron oxides and zeolites that bond with nutrients in the water. Once bonded, these nutrients form insoluble particles that settle to the bottom of the water column, making them biologically unavailable. The product’s silicate-based enhancement technology broadens its effective pH range (5.5 to 10), improves the stability of the particles formed, and accelerates the binding process. 

By targeting orthophosphates, the key limiting nutrient, Algae Armor can assist in improving overall water chemistry. Technical specifications show potential reductions of up to 90 to 99 percent in orthophosphates and significant improvement of water clarity. Algae Armor can also reduce oxygen demand, which may be useful in managing the water quality impacts often associated with eutrophication. For site-specific planning or technical questions, contact our team here.