Parade on water of Aquarius Systems weed harvester and transport barges.

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Aquatic Vegetation Shredder

Weed chopping boat looks to be on land as it is surrounded by aquatic plants and open water is only visible in the background.

The Aquarius Systems Aquatic Vegetation Shredder, also known as the Swamp Devil, is a powerful solution for controlling water hyacinth. These specially designed chopping machines quickly and efficiently shred large amounts of the floating plant, clearing vast areas of infested water. The heavy-duty shredder effortlessly plows through bogs, water hyacinth, cattails, small trees, tulles, tussocks, and other stubborn growth that traditional harvesting equipment cannot manage. Additionally, the Aquatic Vegetation Shredder carves through the subsoil, creating open water channels. This extraordinary capability allows it to easily maneuver in shallow environments.

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Aquatic Vegetation Cutter blades used to propel the boat through the water.

Aquatic Plant Harvester

Aquatic Weed Harvester cutting and conveying thick mats of aquatic weeds on board.

The Aquarius Systems Aquatic Plant Harvester is an effective solution for managing water hyacinth. Large, durable cutting blades trim the plants and a collection system gathers them into a hopper for easy disposal. The harvester can clear large areas of infestation, helping to restore waterways by reducing the spread of water hyacinth and improving water flow. By removing these plants, the Weed Harvester prevents blockages that could hinder navigation, irrigation, and fishing activities, ultimately protecting both the environment and local communities.

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Weed boat on gloomy day with mountains of Chile in the background.

Dark blue weed harvester in lake with surface water covered in green algae and milfoil.

Weed harvester with offloading conveyor on the shore in Brazil

Aquatic Weed Harvester with cab in Colombia

Weed Harvester cutting and removing weeds on lake in Colombia

Shredder and Harvester

Machine is chopping up aquatic weeds remove the dense mats of vegetation.

To make water hyacinth removal more efficient, the Swamp Devil and Weed Harvester can work together. The Swamp Devil chops through thick mats of water hyacinth and other plants, breaking them into smaller pieces. Then, the Weed Harvester collects and removes the chopped-up plants from the water. The Weed Harvester gathers the plant material into a hopper, so it can be safely disposed of, keeping the water clear. By using both machines, large areas can be cleared quickly, making the process more effective. This method also helps protect the environment and allows people to continue activities like fishing and transportation.