Language of Koi – Goshiki Defined

By POND Content Network / July 1, 2011 / 0 Comments

Here is a quick definition of the koi variety Goshiki, which means “Five Colors” in Japanese. Do you know the difference between Old Style and New Style Goshiki? See examples including Gin Rin and Doitsu varieties.

Anoxic Filtration – is it a bog filter? Part 2

By POND Content Network / July 1, 2011 / 0 Comments

Part 2 continues the examination of the benefits of anoxic filtration. Learn what it does and why you may want to incorporate anoxic filtration into your solutions portfolio and future design plans. Designed by Kevin Novak, Ph.D. Includes graphics and descriptions of how the filtration system works.

Anoxic Filtration – is it a bog filter? Part 1

By POND Content Network / May 1, 2011 / 0 Comments

What is an anoxic filtration system? This simple inexpensive filtration system may be something you can use in your portfolio. Learn what it does, how it works and why you may want one. Designed by Kevin Novak, Ph.D., terms such as Laterite and biocenosis are explained in an easy to understand way. Included is a good review on how a conventional biological filter differs from anoxic filtration system.

Spring Prep for a Healthy Pond Season

By POND Content Network / March 1, 2011 / 0 Comments

Hopefully you have started taking those first steps in getting your customers ponds ready for the spring. Here is how to be prepared for the next pond season. This includes talking to customers about what they would like to do this year–- is there an expansion they have been thinking about? Find out what else you need to be doing as a contractor or a retailer.

Fair Market Practices Elusive

By POND Content Network / January 1, 2011 / 0 Comments

Here is one person’s opinion about pricing. Do you know what MAP pricing is? How do you decide to price items? Have you given much thought to how discounting affects your business and the industry as a whole? Are pricing standards a good thing or not? You be the judge.

Language of Koi: Asagi and Shusui (the Blue Koi)

By POND Content Network / January 1, 2011 / 3 Comments

Have you had a customer say, I wonder if they come in blue? Well, the varieties Asagi and Shusui both have blue on their bodies. They are unique, one with a beautiful netting pattern and one with “armor” scales down its back. Start here to learn how to recognize their qualities and how to sell them.

Language of Koi – Doitsu Sanke

By POND Content Network / November 1, 2010 / 0 Comments

Selling koi is all about knowing what to talk about. Take a look at the koi variety – Doitsu Sanke and learn what to point out to your customers to close that sale. Includes a quick look at three outstanding Doitsu Sanke.

Eight Tips for Improving Monday Mornings

By POND Content Network / September 1, 2010 / 0 Comments

Need help getting your week started? Here are great tips to help you get a great start to your day.

POND Sources – Pressurized Filters Large Format Pressurized Filters for Outdoor Ponds

By POND Content Network / September 1, 2010 / 1 Comment

What’s the deal with pressurized filter? Learn about how they work and when and why to use them. Includes tips to consider when deciding on what filter to use. Read about six of the leading pressurized filters on the market today.

Ponding for the Birds and Butterflies

By POND Content Network / July 1, 2010 / 0 Comments

In the 1980s, researchers found that viewing fish swimming in an aquarium could lower a persons blood pressure. I remember witnessing the increase of aquarium installations in commercial spaces and doctors offices. It was the beginning of the use of water in the relaxation movement.

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