Swiss cleantech company Aqua-4D Water Solutions developed an innovative water treatment system for an efficient use of the irrigation water. Present in more than 20 countries, the Aqua-4D® system is based on an electronic device generating dedicated electromagnetic signals (the “brain” of the system), and treatment units which transmit these signals throughout the irrigation water network, instantly and constantly. The system is modular according to the flow rate to be treated.
The effects consist in a modification of the physical water properties, which leads to a finer and more homogeneous repartition of salts and
nutrients. They remain in a dissolved form, they are more easily absorbed by the plants and the excess is trickled down well under the
rhizosphere. There is no more crystallization of salts in the soil pores damaging the plant. The improved water retention allows water savings.
Thus, Aqua-4D® notably allows to use saline irrigation water while maintaining high yields. On average 20% increase in production, 25%
water savings and 30% fertilizer savings, there is also a leaching effect
on already salt saturated soils. It is an eco-friendly technology, chemical free, with a very low power consumption for a sustainable agriculture.
Aqua-4D® is modular and easily installed, with an unlimited flow rate
capacity, efficient over several kilometers, with no maintenance or
consumables.
With existing distributors and customers in more than 20 countries, a
presence in the major dedicated fairs, Aqua-4D® Water Solutions goal is to continue with a fast penetration of the market, to make accessible this scientifically proven technology to a larger number of growers who benefit from a fast return on investment.(depending on crops and conditions, between a few months to 3 years).
Agricola Faomosa, one of the largest producer of melons installed an aqua-4d® system. Agricola Famosa is also the biggest fruit producer in Brazil. In addition to melon, they also produce watermelon, papaya, banana, passionfruit, asparagus and more...
The customer has obtained excellent results:
- Increased “export” quality
- Less rejected fruit
- Improved quality criteria
- ROI estimated at less than 12 months
The world's largest producer of melons installs an Aqua-4D® system
''We obtained a 10-20 percent higher productivity than we normally get, an increase of fruit export quality percentage, and of course a diminution of fruit disposal,'' Richard Müller, CFO Agricola Famosa.
You can watch the Agricola Testimony on their Youtube Channel :
For more information:
Aqua-4D Water Solutions SA
Tel: +41 27 480 30 35