De-Icers |

Arbrux Limited is the leading manufacturer of De-Icers in Canada. Distributing worldwide, the Arbrux De-Icer is known for its reliability and efficiency. The Arbrux De-Icer brings the warmer, deeper water from the bottom of a body of water to the surface to create open water by utilizing a propeller to move the water. The Arbrux De-Icer is equipped with a drive structure to ensure the propeller is protected from any foreign debris.

De-Icers can be used in both shallow and deep applications. The De-Icer should be positioned to move the warmer water from the deeper parts to the shallow area when water depth is minimal. When de-icing deeper areas, the De-Icer should be placed at least 6” to 12” from the bottom of the body of water. It should be at least 1’ below the surface to a maximum of 5’ beneath. A ½ HP De-Icer will generally keep a 40’ diameter circle open when the unit is placed 5’ below the surface of the water.

While moving 500 gallons of water per minute, the De-Icer is self insurance that your dock, boathouse, structure and areas will be unaffected by ice damage. Larger De-Icers are available for commercial/industrial areas and can help with the survival of fish and water fowl during the winter months.

Positioning of the De-icer depends on the area/structure being protected. A De-Icer installed in a sling mount formation is ideal for boats and boat houses. When slung between two mooring points, the De-Icer has less potential to oscillate. For areas with one mounting point, the De-Icer should be hung by a single chain. By using a chain it will help stop the unit from oscillating. It is not recommended to hang the unit with a single rope. A float mount is also available for De-Icers that are being used in areas without a mounting point available.

                                   
                                                                
 

We are pleased to inform you that our De-Icers are fully ETL approved. They meet UL and CSA standards for safety.

ADDITIONAL ARBRUX DE-ICER FEATURES

• The Arbrux Limited De-Icer uses a custom designed Propeller to ensure its Stability and reliability.
• To help create a barrier between the propeller and foreign debris, the De-Icer is equipped with a drive structure that will help eliminate prop failure caused by debris coming entangled in the unit.
• Arbrux Limited’s De-Icers come standard with 1/2hp, 120V Stainless Steel Submersible Motors and either 7.5m (25’) or 15m (50’) power cables. Other voltages and Hp are available.

Easy installation!

• For Installation after freeze up, the Arbrux De-Icer can be installed through a hole that has been augured in the ice. This is convenient for mid winter installations.
• All De-Icers with 45m/147.6' and longer cable sets come complete with a Quick Disconnect power cable set. 

 

*Note. Performance specifications are gained from empirical data in average conditions where usable heat in the water is adequate