Aquascape "Ecosystem" pond system is designed to maintain excellent water quality by utilizing the natural bacteria present in our ponds. The system consists of a skimmer to remove larger particles, before the water is pumped to a BioFalls filter. The filtered water is then returned to the pond, either directly or via a watercourse. Rocks and gravel are also placed within the pond itself to provide further habitat for bacteria, and plants can be used to help maintain oxygen levels.
 
The Aquascape Signature Series Pond Skimmers are part of this system and are built into the edge of the pond at a specific height, allowing the surface water to enter the skimmer chamber along with any floating debris such as small twigs, leaves or grass clippings. The water then passes through a net / filter basket (depending on the chosen model) to collect the debris, before being pumped over to an Aquascape BioFalls filter. 
 
This mechanical filtration step is important as it prevents large amounts of organic material from breaking down inside the pond, helping to prevent the spikes in nutrients that often encourage blooms of algae. The skimmer comes in three sizes and should be installed on the opposite side of the pond to any watercourses to maximize the circulation of water. The 400 and 1000 models feature a faux rock lid to help camouflage the skimmer
.Aquascape Signature Series Pond Skimmer 200 (boxed)
Length 508mm; Width 445mm; Height 445mm.
Weir size 153mm
Max. flow rate 11,360 l/h
 
Aquascape Signature Series Pond Skimmer 400 (unboxed)
Length 546mm; Width 457mm; Height 533mm
Weir size 153mm
Max. flow rate 15,140 l/h
Features faux rock lid
 
Aquascape Signature Series Pond Skimmer 1000 (unboxed)
Length 533mm; Width 559mm; Height 673mm
Weir size 203mm
Max. flow rate 37,850 l/h
Features faux rock lid