Various SolarBee Models
Available
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Models are available from 1,250 gpm to 10,000 gpm, for handling
volumes of 40,000 gallons to 40,000,000 gallons of reservoir size per
SolarBee. All models are constructed of stainless steel and plastics,
and there are no gearbox or motor oils or other possible water
contaminants. All electronics are powered by low DC voltage.
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Near-Laminar Flow Pattern
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The SolarBee thoroughly mixes the entire reservoir, reaching all the
dead spots, even in large reservoirs with hundreds of support columns.
Breakpoint chlorination can be accomplished by injecting chlorine into
the SolarBee for complete chlorine dispersion.
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Inexpensive to Operate
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The SolarBee operates day and night on solar power, so there is no
energy cost. The entire machine, including the brushless motor has an
expected 25 year life, with no regularly scheduled maintenance.
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Self Adjusting for
Reservoir Level
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The SolarBee flotation system, together with the variable length intake
hose, self adjusts at all times for peak performance regardless of water
depth in the reservoir. No other mixing system does this.
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Little or No Infrastructure
Expense
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Although the various models range from 10 to 16 ft in diameter when
fully assembled, the SolarBee’s design allows it to be brought into the
reservoir through a 26 inch x 26 inch opening and to be assembled
inside the reservoir. Some models are designed to fit through a 24 inch
diameter opening without disassembly. Trained factory technicians
perform the installations, there is no need to drain the reservoir and no
infrastructure is needed.
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Materials of Construction
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SolarBees are certified by NSF/ANSI pursuant to Standard 61 for
equipment in
contact with drinking water.
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Compared to Nozzle
Systems
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By definition, when you have low flow through a reservoir and need more
mixing, then the nozzle system will not have enough flow to be of much
help. And nozzle systems don’t work at all when the reservoir is taken
offline for chlorine boosting. Finally, nozzle systems create a high energy
loss due to increased pumping pressures, and affect flow patterns
throughout the entire distribution system.
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Compared to Turbulent
Mixers
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High speed turbulent mixers have a very short distance of influence
unlike the SolarBee which mixes the entire reservoir. The SolarBee has
far less electrical and maintenance costs, and there is no high voltage in
the reservoir. Also, the SolarBee has stainless steel construction
instead of cast iron, and the SolarBee is not subject to problems of
cavitation or being run dry.
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Options Available
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The SolarBee can be equipped with a chlorine injection system, with
various solar and supplemental power kits and various optional
communications systems.
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