Bird Balls & Cover Balls from EURO-MATIC
Floating cover balls – known as "Bird Balls" – offer an innovative, effective, and sustainable solution for covering water surfaces. They reduce algae growth, prevent the spread of duckweed, minimize evaporation losses, and protect birds from drowning – especially at airports. EURO-MATIC supplies these industrial-quality balls – TÜV-certified, durable, UV-resistant, and environmentally friendly.
Why Bird Balls?
- Prevent algae growth and duckweed by light shielding
- Reduce evaporation by up to 90%
- Reduce bird strike risk at airports
- Stabilize water quality in retention basins, sewage treatment plants and reservoirs
- Maintenance-free & durable – up to 10 years of service life
Effective protection against duckweed and algae
Algal blooms and duckweed (Lemna) are often caused by excessive nutrient input and intense sunlight. The consequences: oxygen deprivation, unpleasant odors, hygiene problems, and even the watercourse's erosion. Bird Balls block up to 99% of the sun's rays, depriving algae and duckweed of their vital resources – without the use of chemicals or mechanical intervention.
Bird control and airport security
Open bodies of water near taxiways or runways attract birds – with fatal consequences. Birds can become trapped in aircraft engines during takeoff or landing (bird strikes), leading to dangerous incidents worldwide. Bird Balls make bodies of water unattractive to birds: The balls move, reflect light irregularly, and prevent them from landing – without harming the birds.
Further applications
- Rainwater retention basins & open water reservoirs
- Industrial tanks with chemicals
- Wastewater treatment plants & biological basins
- fire water tanks
- Water collection basins in the food and pharmaceutical industries
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Technical properties of EURO-MATIC cover balls
- Material: HDPE, UV-resistant, food-safe, recyclable
- Colors: Standard: Black (high UV protection), other colors optional
- Diameter: 100 mm, 150 mm, other sizes on request
- Coverage level: Up to 91% with single layer, up to 99% with two layers
- Temperature resistance: -30 °C to +80 °C
- Lifespan: up to 10 years of continuous use
Environmentally friendly & maintenance-free
Bird Balls are made of durable, recyclable plastic. They require no mounting or maintenance and flexibly adjust to the water level. At the end of their lifespan, they can be recycled separately—a sustainable solution for demanding applications.
Optional: Individual design
On request, EURO-MATIC supplies Bird Balls with integrated markings, company logos or color coding – ideal for security zones or event use.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do Bird Balls prevent algae growth?
- By almost completely covering the water surface, sunlight is blocked – the most important prerequisite for algae growth is eliminated.
Can Bird Balls save animals?
- Yes, especially at airports, Bird Balls prevent birds from landing on water and drowning. This reduces both animal welfare problems and risks to aviation.
How many balls do I need per m²?
- For complete coverage, approximately 250–300 spheres (depending on size) are required per m². EURO-MATIC provides customized support with the calculation.
How long do the balls last?
- The balls are designed to last up to 10 years – even under direct UV radiation and chemical stress.
Are the balls recyclable?
- Yes, they are made of pure HDPE and are fully recyclable.
Contact us – your solution starts here
Whether it's an airport, industrial facility, or water reservoir: EURO-MATIC Bird Balls offer a ready-to-use, sustainable solution for covering water surfaces. Contact us for individual advice, product samples, or a specific quote.
Submit your inquiry now: info@euro-matic.com or visit our contact form.
