About our treadmills

The ECB aqua treadmill is an effective and modern system providing the user with the latest technology and performance analysis. Individual results in training and rehabilitation of each horse can therefore be reached. High quality materials and numerous safety features allow for saltwater or dry use. Advanced fitness can be reached with effective uphill training, provided by the belt incline. With the unique self-cleaning filtration system and the use of nappies, water can be used for over one month instead of weekly or daily water changes. Easy access ports beneath the treadmill allow for cleaning of sediment and dirt under the belt.

Training on the water treadmill has been proven to enhance endurance and power. Water depth, belt incline and belt speed are used to provide a controlled environment for the rehabilitation of spinal conditions or injuries of the extremities. The development of specific muscle groups can be expedited and buoyancy lowers the high pressure acting on the skeleton and tendons. Also, movement against the pressure of water motivates the horse to increase their natural movement pattern. This leads to more use of back and rear part muscles creating a stronger top line, more balance and coordination.

The ECB Aqua Treadmill is an indispensable supplement for the training and rehabilitation of horses. A relaxed, straight walk is the most effective gait to be used for aqua training, with benefits for all kinds of equestrianism.

Product features

user friendly, fully programmable touch operation panel
software: - up to 100 storable programs possible (tailor-made programs, follow-up and monitoring by the trainer)
- self-cleaning programs, remote diagnostics, video manuals and guides
- status of water level, running speed, belt incline and training time are displayed and can be adjusted simultaneously
incline option of 0-12% for uphill work, controllable in single increments
water level: adjustable to 120 cm (approx 3.9 feet)
double filtration (scudding UV) providing over four weeks of clean water
nappies included
made of marine grade stainless steel making it totally compatible with salt water
large safety glass windows on all sides to analyse stride and gait
usable as a dry treadmill
optional refrigeration package
see below for more details on the features of the ECB aqua treadmill

Featured

Controlled Training

Status of water level, belt speed, incline, heart rate and training time is displayed and adjustable simultaneously. Individual program for every horse. Effective uphill training. Water level up to 1.2m (3.9 feet). Optional use as a dry treadmill. Allows for salt water use.

Built-In Incline

The use of an incline has been proven to not only increase the muscle growth by over 25% but to also help the horse to soften its neck, drop its head and work in a better outline.

The heart rate is increased which is the ultimate goal for cardio/fitness work. Without an incline there is little change in heart rate.

The ECB incline can be used from 0 - 12% either with water or as dry.

GLASS PANELS AND DOORS

The ECB treadmill has three glass panels on each side and full glass doors giving a full view of the horse - ideal for gait and stride analysis.

When the horse works in a treadmill, with solid panels (such as steel) head and neck extension has been reported by operators, meaning the horses outline is unable to work in a correct anatomical fashion. Therefore, with full surround visibility of the ECB treadmill, the horse is able to drop its head whilst working.

High Quality Materials

All materials, including marine grade stainless steel and high quality electronics, used in the ECB aqua treadmill, are proven to meet the highest standards of ergonomic and safety design. The aqua treadmill has safety glass windows on both sides and doors.

Unique Cleanability

The ECB aqua treadmill is easy to clean with cleaning ports on both sides of the treadmill. This allows for easy access to the area below the belt. The belt can also be raised. The self clean programming allows for a timed drain down of the machine to the water tanks. It will then run through the filter for the set period of time.

Safety

The ECB aqua treadmill has safety glass windows on both sides and doors to monitor the movement of the horse and to make the entry and exit easy for the horse and operator. Stride and gait analysis is only truly possible with full vision of the horse. A light beam sensor points over the chamber and if the horse slips out of the beam the belt stops immediately. Flexible chest and rear bar’s with easy open latch and easy emergency handles. There are two emergency stop buttons - one to stop the belt immediately and drain down if the horse is in trouble and the second to shut down the entire machine - this is a basic health and safety requirement to protect the operator.

User Friendly Programming

Programming is made easy with the touchscreen application. Up to 100 storable programs are possible. Status of water level, running speed, belt incline and training time is displayed and adjustable simultaneously. Individual programs can be created and saved for every horse.

The software has a diagnostic programme which will alert the user and ECB of any issues. Self cleaning programmes give the user the option to time the cleaning process any time of the day/night, helping to reduce electricity costs.

Compatible with smartphones

Unique Water System

The ECB water treadmill uses the latest technology in filtration allowing for up to 6 weeks successful use before the need to change the water. Avoiding weekly water changes dramatically reduces the running costs.

Testimonials

Testimonials from ECB clients - what our customers have to say about the products and benefits.

“We are very pleased with the choice on ECB water treadmill. It is very friendly use, with an innovative technology that allows us to customize for each horse a personalized training program, with which we have had excellent results. In addition to the most advanced technology and quality of the treadmill, I have to mention the added value of after sales service, which is undoubtedly a crucial factor of success.”

— Ana Elias da Costa Fernandes, Portugal

“We had our ECB water treadmill installed in September and since then we have had about 20 horses on it daily with almost all the horses going on once or twice a week. It is fantastic how quickly they take to being introduced and relaxed. ”

— Charlie Longsdon Racing, Gloucestershire, UK