BI MATRIX WATER. Floating Islands & Wildlife Habitats Water Restoration Technology. Floating. Walkways & Bridges Floating Recreational Islands

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1 BI MATRIX WATER Biomatrix Water Authorised Provider Floating Islands & Wildlife Habitats Water Restoration Technology Bird Nesting Islands Fish Refuge Islands Floating Island Systems Floating Walkways & Bridges Floating Recreational Islands

2 Waterscape Products & Systems Overview Our speciality is water and our range of products addresses the water needs of today. From floating landscapes to advanced water treatment and water recycling systems. The systems we offer combine biomimicry and design innovation to provide products & systems of outstanding quality and attractive design at competitive prices. Whether you need a water restoration system, a nesting island for a special bird species, or your own floating island, by responding to your unique site opportunities and challenges we offer you the opportunity to transform the waterscape experience, increasing value for visitors, owners, and wildlife. Floating Island Systems Natural water quality enhancement Ideal habitat for fish, birds, turtles & aquatic biodiversity Ready-to-install components available in natural shapes Maintenance free, gentle water quality improvement Custom waterscape features Floating Walkways & Bridges A unique water access solution and waterway experience Single-track or double-width for high stability public use Designed to marine engineering standards No construction below water level required Cost effective and practical water access Floating Recreational Islands Boat Landing & Fishing Islands Wildlife Viewing Islands Gazebos, Sun Shelter Islands Cafes & Picnicking Islands Custom Private Floating Islands Fish Refuge Islands Attract fish to your waterfront location Facilitates natural growth of aquatic insect fish food Optional mesh screens shelter young fish for increased survival Support better fishing water quality Provides protection from predators Bird Nesting Islands Bring the excitement of nesting birds to your waterscape Increase breeding success and attract more birds to your area Year round habitat and migratory resting place Cheaper, stronger and easier to install than DIY alternatives Demonstrate your commitment to wildlife protection

3 Floating Island Systems Floating Islands provide natural water quality improvement and create an ideal habitat for fish, birds and turtles to establish a thriving aquatic biodiversity. Ready to install components, available in natural shapes, offer a cost effective and attractive focal point to the waterscape, supporting natural, maintenance-free ecological water restoration processes. Can Be Easily Relocated Attractive Wildlife Habitat Variable Shape Provides Fish Refuge Enhances Biodiversity High Strength Design Cleans Water Through Root- System & Microbial Communities Low Maintenance Beautiful Water Feature Thermo-fused tough floats are durable & UV resistant (no Styrofoam or PVC used). A wide selection of plants can be chosen to suit your requirements for the creation of wildlife habitat or aesthetic enhancement of the waterscape. Buoyancy of islands can be increased to carry heavy loads such as driftwood, trees or sculptures. Attracts a variety of wildlife, enhancing biodiversity Native and selected flora add colour to the waterscape Floating Islands add value for visitors and wildlife

4 Floating Planted Walkways Whether connecting a sidewalk under a narrow bridge, providing access to an island, or as a floating promenade along a downtown canal, floating planted walkways and bridges provide a unique access experience to the waterscape environment. They may be integrated with boat docks, baffles and silt screens, and can be used in permanent or temporary applications. With no construction required below the water level, they offer a cost effective, fast implementation, waterway access solution. Attractive Wildlife Habitat Provides a Green Natural Aesthetic Offers Refuge to Fish Variable Shape Single or Double Width Options Roots Attract Bacteria that Cleanse the Water Gradually Photo credit Michael Shaw A Unique Way to Access the Water Thermo-fused tough floats are durable & UV resistant (no styrofoam or PVC used). Floating walkways are built from pre-treated timber, galvanized steel, aluminimum, fiberglass or recycled plastic decking. Floating walkways can be custom designed and built to suit your needs. Variable buoyancy for different weight loadings. Planted walkway in China Photo credit Michael Shaw Floating, planted walkway on waterway Photo credit Michael Shaw SIngle track steel planted walkway Photo credit Michael Shaw

5 Floating Recreational Islands Structurally engineered to marine standards, floating recreational islands provide a high buoyancy platform in a natural island setting. Ideal for boat landing, fishing, swimming, picnicking and wildlife viewing. As a public or visitor feature, either new or as an addition to your current dock. Biomatrix floating recreational systems create your own private island, providing a truly unique experience. Valuable Feature & Focal Point Customised to Suit Your Location Variable Shape Offers a Unique Vantage Point Natural Water Quality Enhancement. Provides Habitat Recreational Islands are built from high buoyancy, reinforced, structural floats. Floating structures can be custom designed and built to suit your individual needs. Islands are cross braced and built to marine engineering standards for a long working life. Planting adds beauty and interest Planted Island with gazebo on waterway Unique boat landing and vantage point

6 Fish Refuge Islands Biomatrix Water fish refuge islands provide a natural sanctuary for fish. The planted structure allows fish to seek shelter and habitat to feed amongst the plant roots. An optional subsurface screen mesh can be added for underwater protection of young fish. Can Be Easily Relocated Variable Shape Enhances Biodiversity High Strength Design Fits Naturally Into The Landscape Provides Refuge For Vulnerable Fish Stocks Thermo-fused tough floats are durable & UV resistant. The extended root structure beneath the water provides a biological matrix, which supports good water quality and provides food for fish. No Styrofoam, or PVC, materials are used in the fabrication of our island components. Protected HDPE mesh can be attached to protect spawning fish from otter, mink and predatory fish. Un-shelterd fish are easy prey for birds Overhead protection from predators Fish refuge island positioned in a waterway

7 Bird Nesting Islands The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) recommends the use of floating nesting islands to increase breeding success and provide year round bird habitat. The use of bird nesting islands shows a commitment to wildlife protection, while offering an ideal educational opportunity and community focal point. We use long life marine grade materials, offering an easy to install modular system available in many shapes and sizes. Islands are designed with planted areas for a natural waterscape aesthetic. High Strength Design Variable Shape Provides Fish Refuge Enhances Biodiversity Safe Habitat Away From Onshore Predation Fits Naturally Into The Landscape Thermo-fused tough floats are durable & UV resistant (no styrofoam or PVC used). Islands may be installed with different nesting materials such as gravel, reeds or planted base according to species specific nesting requirements. Can be constructed with differing levels of buoyancy to accommodate heavier loads on certain parts of the island. Creates a safe area for nesting birds Islands provide an attractive wildlife habitat Chick and egg on a BW bird nesting island

8 About Us Company Profile Biomatrix Water is an ecological engineering and design firm based in Morayshire, Scotland. The company has worked throughout the world providing products and services to meet the growing demand for ecological technology for water that is both functional and beautiful. Biomatrix Water project and client map Islands add colour and interest Diverse planted ecology Biomatrix Water planted floating bird nesting island in Finland CONTACT US Phone: +44 (0) Website: Website: Website: Terraqua Environmental Solutions Weston Yard, Albury Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9AF Islands bring a natural touch to a concrete water edge