ULTRASOUND IN VERTICAL FARMING AND THE AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY
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BREAKING NEWS:
Shiga-toxic producing E. coli (STEC) in SALADS
Coles said impacted products with use-by dates up to April 9 25 could be contaminated with Shiga-toxic producing E. coli (STEC).
The affected products were sold between March 20 and March 29 at supermarkets online in Victoria. NSW, Queensland, Tasmania and ACT Australia.
Some products were also sold in South Australia and Nothern Territory
Can Ultrasound (24–205 kHz) Be a Solution for Controlling STEC in Vertical Farming?
Yes, ultrasound within this frequency range can be an **effective part of a solution** for combating STEC,
particularly in water systems and on plant surfaces. However, it is important to understand both its potential and limitations.
How Does Ultrasound Work Against STEC?
Ultrasound uses acoustic cavitation (formation and collapse of tiny vapor bubbles), which:
1. Mechanically disrupts** – Bubble collapse generates high-energy shockwaves that damage bacterial cell walls and biofilms.
2. Produces reactive oxygen species (ROS) – Increases oxidative stress, killing bacteria.
3. Enhances disinfectant effectiveness – Improves penetration of chemical disinfectants into biofilms.
Advantages of Ultrasound in Vertical Farming
✅ Reduces biofilm in water pipes – Breaks down slime layers, releasing STEC and making them more vulnerable to disinfection.
✅ Non-thermal method – Does not harm plants (if used correctly).
✅ Combinable with other methods – Works synergistically with UV, ozone, or mild disinfectants.
✅ Environmentally friendly – No chemical residues.
Limitations and Challenges
Frequency-dependent effectiveness
Low frequencies (24–50 kHz) – Stronger cavitation, better for biofilm removal, but may damage plant cells if applied directly to leaves.
Higher frequencies (100–205 kHz) – Less cavitation but more precise, suitable for continuous water treatment.
Incomplete sterilization alone
Ultrasound can reduce but not always fully eliminate STEC, especially if bacteria are embedded in biofilms or plant tissue.
Combination with other methods (e.g., mild acid wash or low-dose H₂O₂) improves efficacy.
Practical implementation
Requires energy and equipment for continuous/periodic treatment.
Optimal frequency and exposure time must be tested for each system.
Recommended Applications in Vertical Farming
1. -Water treatment
– Continuous low-intensity ultrasound (100–200 kHz) in pipes to prevent biofilm.
– Periodic high-intensity treatment (24–50 kHz) for system cleaning.
2. – Equipment and surface sanitation
– Ultrasonic baths for disinfecting tools and containers.
3. – Leaf surface treatment (with caution!)
– Short-duration, low-intensity ultrasound (200+ kHz) to reduce surface bacteria without harming plants.
Conclusion: Can Ultrasound Be a Solution?
Yes, but as part of a multi-barrier approach:
-Ultrasound (especially 50–150 kHz) is promising for controlling biofilm and STEC in water systems.
-For full sterilization, it should be combined with mild chemical treatments (e.g., ozone) or UV.
– Direct use on plants requires careful optimization to avoid damage.
ALFA ARCS Resonance generation 3 – 2025 MODELS
The 2025 lineup is here— model ARCS Resonance is stronger, smarter, and equipped with higher
frequencies and broader bandwidths. Get ready for unparalleled performance!
ALGAEFREE proudly unveils the new and stronger ALPHA
ARCS™ RESONANCE Technology—redefining algae remediation!
This patent-pending product incorporates highly advanced functions that significantly expand our lead over the competition.
With breakthrough electrical conversion efficiency, it delivers a substantial increase in ultrasound output, ensuring superior performance.
Additionally, select models feature enhanced communication capabilities, offering bandwidth selection and frequency modification for greater flexibility.
The product also includes functional validation and error reporting, ensuring reliability and ease of use at every stage.
These innovations combine to provide a decisive advantage in both efficiency and versatility.
Critical Structure Resonance (CSR) is the key method used to target microorganisms, including blue-green algae, green algae, Oscillatoria, Anabaena, and others.
Enhanced frequency granularity increases the likelihood of precisely matching a bacterium’s CSR, effectively immobilizing it.
Unlike chemicals, microorganisms cannot develop immunity to ultrasound
This patent-pending product incorporates highly advanced functions that significantly expand our lead over the competition.
With breakthrough electrical conversion efficiency, it delivers a substantial increase in ultrasound output, ensuring superior performance.
Additionally, select models feature enhanced communication capabilities, offering bandwidth selection and frequency modification for greater flexibility.
The product also includes functional validation and error reporting, ensuring reliability and ease of use at every stage.
These innovations combine to provide a decisive advantage in both efficiency and versatility.
Critical Structure Resonance (CSR) is the key method used to target microorganisms, including blue-green algae, green algae, Oscillatoria, Anabaena, and others.
Enhanced frequency granularity increases the likelihood of precisely matching a bacterium’s CSR, effectively immobilizing it.
Unlike chemicals, microorganisms cannot develop immunity to ultrasound.
Revolutionizing Farmers Irrigation Dams with Ultrasound Technology!
Our cutting-edge ultrasound system delivers exceptional results—transforming efficiency and precision!
AMAZING RESULT
WEED PROBLEMS IN FARMERS IRRIGATION DAM IN GATTON QLD
SOLVED IN WEEKS BY ALPHA ULTRASOUND SYSTEM!
The problem was so massive weed growth in their irrigation dam
so they couldn’t use the dam because the weed blocked the sand filter.
(Pictures above)
Photos taken prior to the installation of ALGAEFREE in November 2022
(Picture above)
Results achieved after two months of using the ALPHA ultrasound system.
The water remains clear even after two years, with no signs of plant growth or weed problems.
The same farmer in Gatton, QLD, has ordered the same system again in 2024 for another irrigation dam facing the same issues.
2024 Introducing QUATTRO-DB blu
—perfect for smaller ponds!
The whole package includes
Manual book
4-ways transducer
30m transducer cable
316 stainless steel chains
Bluetooth communication is built in
Universal 85Volt to 240Volt (50/60Hz)
Variety of international adapters Included
Hardwired to your exiting 24Volt/dc power supply
ALPHA SYSTEM IN LABORATORY
AQUARIUS TECHNOLOGIES
tested ALPHA on water treatment plant in laboratory. GREAT RESULT!
Heavy algae and green plants in waterways under the plants growing in water without soil.
Pictures taken December 2021 – results 3 weeks after installation.
Pictures: ALPHA 2-ways installed the 15.11.2021
in Spice plants at Aquarius Technology Laboratory to prevent clogging of filters
Water used for irrigation can contain high levels of nutrients, some of these nutrients
are beneficial for the plants, but can also lead to extensive algae growth.
Algae in irrigation reservoirs can clog the irrigation system and can also be spread over the irrigated area.
Përveç kësaj, some types of fungus also present in these waters can be extremely harmful for the plants grown.
Biofilm blockage inside T-tape
Bio film and algae from the irrigation dam dripper blocks and clogs inside the Drip line.
The only sustainable and 100% Green solution to solve the problem is ALPHA 4-ways ultrasound system.
Bio film and algae clogging inside T-tape tube prevent free and full waterflow to VEGETABLE soil.
The only sustainable and 100% Green solution to solve the problem is ALPHA 4-ways Ultrasound system.
ALPHA 4-ways ultrasound system in the irrigation reservoir is the only way to replace expensive and dangerous chemicals.
Ultrasound reduces odor, avoids algae in irrigation dams, dripper blockage and fouling, bacteria, bio film and algae
clogging inside T-tape, Drip-line, water reservoirs, waterways, inside irrigation pipes and blocking irrigation drippers.
The WINERY industry has the same problem in their irrigation dam.
The great PIRRAMIMMA Winery, McLaren Vale, South Australia installed ALGAEFREE model ALPHA 4-ways in August 2021.
PIRRAMIMMA Winery installed the ALPHA 4-ways and solved all the problems in 3 javë
Foto nr 1 is taken in August (after 5 days) kur ALPHA fillon procesin e pastrimit të ujit.
Picture number 2 is taken after 10 days and shows how ALPHA is clogging the algae and working its way through dislodging.
Foto nr 3 is taken in September and shows the way ALPHA is breaking down clogging into smaller algae clumps.
Foto nr 4 is taken in September and shows the result with ALPHA 4-ways Ultrasound System 3 weeks after installation.