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Aquaculture Technology
FISHFARMING EQUIPMENT

Aeration Systems

Index:

Injector Systems
Propeller Systems
Paddlewheel Systems
Gas Diffusers
Air Blowers
Generators

Injector Aerators
INJECTION AERATORS for aeration, circulation, destratification and oxygenation

This injectors are one of the best and most advanced aeration systems worldwide, and also
suitable for large ponds. They work with an for endurance run produced, maintenance free,
adjustable, submerged (also seawater resistant), motor in different power sizes (1.1-1.5 kw (1.5-
2.0 HP) 230 or 380 V/50 Hz). The rotating propeller (2800 r.p.m.) produces an adjustable current,
through which air drawn from the surface and formed into fine evenly distributed bubbles. The
diffused air aerate from the bottom up and the circulation created from the fine bubbles
displaces the surrounding water, thus breaking up stratified water areas. This constant surge
forces the pond to turn over, bringing cooler bottom water to the surface, where it picks up
additional oxygen from the atmosphere. Therefore the dissolved oxygen is always as high as
possible. Through the eutrophication process (of faeces and feeds) there is usually oxygen
deficit at depth, therefore this system works to an adjustable depth and introduces the oxygen
where it is needed, not only on the surface. If submerged, pure oxygen instead of air can be
introduced with exact dosage. Long contact time of the fine bubbles in the water, ensures also
this system is very effective. Depending on power and depth, the air flow rate is up to 35
m3/hour and the oxygen introduction up to 3 kg/kw/h/. At an oxygen content of 6 mg O2/l at
beginning, one 1.0 HP unit in use with air, introduce over 0.32 kg O2/h which is the oxygen
demand for over 2600 kg (table sized 250 g) trouts at a water temperature of 10 °C, for approx.
1000 kg at 20 °C or up to 3000 kg of other species.
Depending on installation, depth and current, sediments can also be cleaned. If the aerator is
positioned near the water surface it also acts as an ice clearing machine in winter. Strong
circulation also eliminates pond stratification and organic matter deposition. Finally thanks to
the floatation phenomenon (foaming), this aerators make it possible to remove excess algae
proliferation, colloidal substances, mud and any other suspended particles and improve water
quality. With this proven system, all variants of aeration, current creation and oxygenation are
possible. Theese proven aerators are supplied complete with motor, supports, float kit and
propeller protection fingers. They are lightweight compact systems (approx. 21-22 kg), and very
easy to install.

INJECTORS without further energy consumption

This "ECO" injector is a new developed static aerator for the water inlet pipe (1 ") in tanks,
raceways and small ponds, that works hydraulically and has no moving parts. It is designed to
ensure cost-effective use of any viable water source. For degassing, aeration, oxygenation and
dosing with chemicals (thereby avoiding the slightest wastage and maximising efficiency). In
enriching the water with air or pure oxygen, this aerator can create good circulation with a lesser
ammount of water than is usually supplied, with consequent energy savings. It works
hydraulically (from 0.2 bar and 0.4 l/sec. on) exploiting the act the water passing through it at
high speed (achieved by means of suitable flow rates and pressures with the special 3
interchangeable nozzles (for approx. 30, 50 or 100 liter/minute) and creates a great pressure
drop and consequently a tremendous suction capacity, without introducing additional energy.
If no pressure is available, this injector can be connected to any pump.

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 Propeller Aerators

PROPELLER AERATORS with water conveyer

This propeller aerator was specially developed for intensive production of fish in tanks, raceways
and ponds. The maintenance free, heavy duty, motor (230 or 380 Volt) with low power
consumption (0,18-1,00 kw) has a mounted propeller which allows a high water circulation of up
to 50-180 m3/h (splash height 60-90 cm and splash diameter 160-250 cm). It allows an oxygen
transfere rate of approx. 1.5 kg/kw/h. The small float size (70 x 70 cm) as well as the compact
and lightweight system (26-30 kg) make it fast and easy to install. As accessoire a stainless
steel protection basket (with 4, 7 or 12 mm grating) is available, which save smaller fish for
injuries.

The following typs are available as standard:

Power consuption kw/HP 0,18/0,2 0,37/0,5 0,75/1,0

Water circulation m3/h 50 100 180
Water splash Ø cm 160 180 250
Splash height cm 60 75 90
weight kg 26 28 30

AERATOR PUMPS with fontain spray pattern

This "Spray" aerator pump is specially suitable for ponds and introduce a lot of oxygen into the
water. If the self floating pump is connected with the spray nozzle it becomes an aerator with
fontain spray pattern. If the supplied nozzle is changed to the supplied pipe adaptor it can be
used as a floating pump for irrigation. The change of theese two functions doesn't need any tool.
They have a very reasonable price and are easy to install, eighter floating on the water surface or
submerged to depth (with an anchor stone).
The following typs are available:

Power kw 0.25 0.55 0.75 1.10 1.50 1.80

Voltage (50 Hz) 220 220 220 380 380 380
Capacity m3/h 10 20 25 30 40 75
Loading Area m2 500 1000 1500 2500 3000 4000
Water spray m 1-2 2-3 3-5 4-6 5-7 6-8
Pipe Ø mm 50 65 80 80 80 100
Weight kg 8 14 15 15 16 20

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Paddle Aerators

PADDLEWHEEL AERATORS for intensive production

This paddlewheel aerators widely used all over the world, speciall in intensive ponds and
raceways. They are available with 2-6 paddle wheels, in different power ratings from 0,75 to 2,20
kw (for 220 or 380 Volt) and have a weight of 80-120 kg. The oxygen introduction is usually
about 1.6 kg/kwh. Wheel and frame are made of steel, the paddles from special plastic material
and the H-formed floats from thick UV- and ozone resistant plastic.

PADDLEWHEEL SYSTEMS for effective oxygen introduction

Aeration and/or oxygenation is specially of economic importance in intensive farms. At this

completely new developed systems all possible failures and defects of other known products
have been removed. The systems have been tested under hardest conditions and have a very
high effeciency, with the same time low investment and operation costs. There are no bearings
of the wheel (100-130 r.p.m) necessary and also no couplings and discs, this reduce friction lost
and increase the effeciency and also reduce the possible parst which could become deffect with
time. A very long self live and high efficieny is also guarandeed through the worm-gearing. The
motor is specially sealed aginst moisture. Paddles, wheel and frame are made of stainless steel,
the T-formed floats from thick UV- and ozone resistant material.
The paddlewheel aerators are available in different power ratings ( consumption: 180, 250, 370,
550 and 750 Watt) and have dimensions of approx. 1.5 x 1.6 x 0.6 m (LxWxH) and a weight of 30-
70 kg. To use this paddlewheel aerators also with pure oxygen instead of air, as accessoire a
special oxygen cover is available. The special formed cover inside guarantees that no oxygen
(feed up to 15 l/min) disperse or waste to the surface, after the water leaves the aerator. As there
are no seals necessary at the bearing of the wheel, also this guarantees that there is no oxygen
wasted and thus this makes the system very effective too. The efficiency is up to 90 % and the
oxygen introduction up to 2-3 kg O2/h.

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Gas Diffusers

RUBBER DIFFUSER with stainless steel frame

This professionell, extremely durable and effective difusers are suitable for the live fish transport
and for emergency purposes with pure oxygen. The approx. 1000 pores/meter arranged in 6
rows, of the special oxygen hose open only if oxygen is supplied and close again if the supply
stops. Thus, pore blockage is prevented and the diffuser is allways ready to operate. An uniform
bubble size due to the streight hose mounting in a stainless steel frame are main features of this
professionell diffusers. The sturdy hose connection has 6 mm diameter as standard (and is also
available in 9 mm if prefered).
Other diffuser sizes and forms on request. For the self production of diffusers we deliver also
just the diffuser hose per meter (18-19 mm inside and 24-27 mm outside diameter) as well as
end pieces with connector and the pressure hose per meter (6 mm diameter).

The following sizes are available as standard:

Dimensions Frame
Width cm 40 40 55 55 55 55 70 70 70 70
Length cm 50 70 70 80 90 100 80 100 120 150

CERAMIC PLATE DIFFUSERS for micro bubbles

This diffusers are robust engineered products with high specification and performance and
perhaps are the most efficient diffusers available. The ceramic plate has been designed to be
very strong, the thickness (approx. 12 mm) of the ceramic has been increased over the more
conventional plates. The pore size is also only 0.3 microns which produces a cloud of tiny
oxygen bubbles (10-200 microns) in the water. Depending on the gas (oxygen or ozone) and
water chemistry, the diffused gas may pass directly into solution with no visible sign of bubbles.
There is no better gas diffuser available.
The flow is optimally 3-4 l/min and maximally 6-8 l/min. The working gas pressure is 25 to 35
psi, do not exceed 50 psi as it may result in damage to the diffuser. The ultimate in flat plate
ceramic gas diffuser. One diffuser will supply sufficient oxygen to supply 100 % of the oxygen
demand of approximately 2000 kg of fish with an efficiency approaching 100 % transfer of
oxygen into solution and a oxygen satturation in the water of over 120 %. In seawater
applications it can actually be difficult to see the bubbles, since the gas goes almost directly into
solution.
The ceramic flat plate diffuser has a weight of 3,55 kg, outside dimensions of 450 x 110 x 28 mm
with a ceramic plate of 400 x 90 x 12 mm (360 cm2) which gives a very small bubble size and
are used where a small high rate diffuser with a high oxygen transfer efficiency is required. The
diffuser has 4 mounting holes where stoppers can be fitted and has a female BSP threaded inlet
with 6 mm adapter to connect the pressure hose.
  

CERAMIC DIFFUSERS for professional aeration

The fine poored ceramic tubes allow to diffuse the air in fine bubbles. The diffusers should be
installed in the same deepth, but as deep as possible below the water surface. The floating cross
diffuser is placed on the water surface in the center of the tank or pond and fixed with a rope to
the shore so that it can move a little and aerate a larger area.
The cross diffusers are available complete with 20 mm hose tail (other on request) and are
delivered with or without float. The 1 m long feeeding tube is also available shorter. Each diffuser
tube has a length of 18 cm and a diameter of 6 cm and can introduce approx. 1.5 to 2.0 m3
air/hour each (6-8 m3 per cross diffuser).
They are also available as self sinking single tube diffusers with hose tail.

GAS DIFFUSERS with high performance

This is among the most robust and versatile fine bubble diffusers commercially available. The
diffuser has the capacity to pass large quantities of air, oxygen or carbon dioxide with low
pressure drop and small bubble size (approx. 1-4 mm). Fine bubble diffusion is inherently more
effective than coarse bubble diffusers in providing a greater mixing action and aeration
efficiency. The diffusers are of a tubular semi-flexible construction (32 mm in diameter). An
outer polyester sleeve encases a silica particle ballast and an inner nylon distributor. The internal
ballast is not fused together, therefore precipitates such as iron and carbonates tend to crack off,
and can be flushed out easily. The internal ballast (weight approx. 1.6 kg/m) means that the
diffuser does not need to be anchored to the floor of the tank. The unique design of the diffusers
makes them largley resistant to biological and chemical fouling. The diffuser resolves many of
the problems associated with other diffusers and has proven itself with over 10 years of use in
many industrial and wast water treatment applications and it is the leading air diffuser for
aquaculture. This gas diffuser is a hybrid air diffuser with the benefits of both tubulare
membrane and solid air diffusers, but with few of the disadvantages.
The diffusers are sized (up to 3 m in length or longer with extention parts) according to the flow
(m3/h) of air to be used. Length is approx. 33 cm per m3/h air or liter oxygen/min flow rate and
pressure drop is less than 1 psi. All diffusers are supplied with either 3/8", or 1/2" hose tails in
acetyl plastic. Brass or stainless steel fittings and non return valves are also available.

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Air Blowers

MEMBRANE COMPRESSORS for Direct Current

This simpe membrane diaphragm compressors supply oil-free air and are perfectly suitable for
live fish transports, where the required energy (12 V/DC standard, 24 V/DC on request) can be
supplied by a battery i.e. from the truck. As accessoires 6 mm hoses and various diffusers are
available.

The following sizes are available as standard:

Typ 903 904 905 906

Volume max. 70 l/min 90 l/min 105 l/min 125 l/min
Pressure max. 1,0 bar 1,2 bar 1,2 bar 1,3 bar
Power 35 W 60 W 100 W 120 W
Ampere approx. 3A 5A 8A 10 A

SIDE-CHANNEL BLOWERS for water aeration or delivery

The design of these blowers is based on long experience in blower production. The motor
(standard 380 Volt/50 Hz, 2850 RPM) is made for endurance and is offered in different power
sizes. The flow capacity based on air at 981 mbar and 20 °C (at the inlet connection) ranges
from 80-500 m3/h. Because of the small dimensions and compact construction, as well as the
low noise level (64-72 dB at 1 m distance), these blowers can be placed almost anywhere. The
blowers can be installed singly, in parallel, or in rows for an increase in pressure. On request the
blowers can be produced for us in seawater, or for other voltages and frequencies. Air filters,
pressure valves and support stands are available as accessories.
The typical emerged blowers (type V) are installed only on the land, but at almost any location.
An advantage in recirculation systems is that the heat in the air of a room can be used to heat
the water.
The special submerged blowers (type T) are installed directly in the water and therefore allow
shorter piping, as well as lower pressure losses. They are much quieter and also save space. An
additional advantage in recirculation systems is that the heat generated by the blower motor will
heat water.

The following emerged blowers are available:

Type V01 V11 V12 V22 V24

Flow capacity m3/h 80 100 200 300 500
Pressure difference mbar 75 100 120 160 200
Motor power kW 0.3 0.5 1.1 2.2 4.0
Weight kg 9 12 16 18 22

The following submerged blowers are available: 

Type T01 T11 T12 T22 T24

Flow capacity m3/h 80 100 200 300 500
Pressure difference mbar 110 150 150 200 200
Motor power kW 0.3 0.5 1.1 2.2 4.0
Weight kg 22 26 32 38 58

REGENERATIVE BLOWERS for pressure or vacuum generation

This reliable and favorable blowers summarise modern know-how of pressure and vakuum
generation, based on longtime experiences. The motoris constructed for endurance run is
available in various power sizes. Concerning the compact dimensions and the low sound this
blowers are easy and everywhere to install. Lateral channel blowers work regeneratively. Casing
and impeller with radial blades form a circular body. The medium (air) is accelerated by
centrifugal force in the blade channels, stocked and compressed. This process continues
permanently with continually increasing pressure rising until the medium leaves the casing
through the outlet connection. Because of the special principle of construction and design, there
is no contact between rotating parts.
Our unique submerged air blowers (on request) are installed directly in the water and allow
therefore shorter pipe-lines, resulting in lower oppositions. This submerged blowers are nearly
noth to hear and also save space. The waste heat from the submerged blowers can be used to
heat the water in warmwater recirculation systems, which is an additional advance. The blowers
can be installed single, paralell or for increasing the pressure, also in rows. At special request, all
blowers can be produced for seawater use or other electric frequencies. As accessoire air filters,
sound absorbers and security valves are available. The machines are delivered as mono stage
(M) or doubble stage (D) blowers with single (S) or twin (T) impeller.

Types with the following performance data* are available as standard:

Pressure mbar 0 100 200 400 600 Pressure max. Connections Weight
m3/h
Typ-Mono stage m3/h (kw) m3/h (kw) m3/h (kw) m3/h (kw) mbar (kw) Inch kg
(kw)
00-MS 55 (0.20)           90 (0.20) 1   6.5
03-MS 74 (0.37) 39 (0.37)       150 (0.55) 1 1/4 12.0
137
04-MS 96 (0.75) 55 (1.10)     250 (1.50) 1 1/2 19.5
(0.75)
219
05-MS 166 (1.10) 113 (2.20)     300 (3.00) 2 30.5
(1.10)
304
06-MS 242 (2.20) 181 (3.00)     340 (4.00) 2 35.2
(2.20)
412
07-MS 334 (2.20) 255 (3.00) 96 (5.50)   400 (7.50) 3 61.5
(2.20)
536
08-MS 450 (3.00) 363 (5.50) 190 (7.50)   450 (9.20) 3 77.5
(3.00)
663
09-MS 570 (4.00) 477 (5.50) 291 (11.0)   450 (11.0) 4 87.5
(4.00)
782
10-MS 684 (5.50) 586 (7.50) 389 (11.0)   500 (15.0) 4 95.0
(5.50)
915
11 MS 812 (5 50) 708 (9 20) 501 (15 0) 450 (18 5) 4 128 5
11-MS 812 (5.50) 708 (9.20) 501 (15.0)   450 (18.5) 4 128.5
(5.50)
m3/h
Typ-Double stage m3/h (kw) m3/h (kw) m3/h (kw) m3/h (kw) mbar (kw) Inch kg
(kw)
10-DH 30 (0.37) 15 (0.37) 2 (0.37)     200 (0.37) 1/2 10.0
15-DH 50 (0.55) 37 (0.55) 25 (0.55)     300 (0.55) 3/4 12.5
20-DH 72 (0.37) 51 (0.37) 35 (0.55)     350 (1.10) 1 1/4 21.5
103
30-DH 79 (0.55) 61 (0.75) 26 (1.50)   400 (1.50) 1 1/2 26.5
(0.37)
40-DH 144 (0,75) 118 (1.10) 95 (1.50) 55 (2.20)   500 (3.00) 1 1/2 36.5
181
07-MD 165 (2.20) 150 (2.20) 122 (3.00) 97 (5.50) 650 (5.50) 3 64.5
(2.20)
236
08-MD 219 (3.00) 202 (3.00) 173 (5.50) 148 (7.50) 650 (7.50) 3 72.0
(3.00)
311
09-MD 288 (4.00) 268 (4.00) 229 (5.50) 196 (7.50) 725 (9.20) 4 90.5
(4.00)
387
10-MD 358 (5.50) 331 (5.50) 283 (7.50) 249 (9.20) 750 (11.0) 4 92.5
(5.50)
431
11-MD 402 (5.50) 375 (5.50) 325 (7.50) 282 (11.0) 750 (15.0) 4 108.0
(5.50)

*Performance data at pressure operation 50 Hz (= 2900 RPM), for air at 20 °C, pressure 1013 mbar, tolerance +/- 10 %.

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Oxygen Generators
OXYGEN GENERATOR SYSTEMS for intesive aquaculture

In recent years, fish farming has turned into high density farming practice and pure oxygen is
essential in modern aquaculture. Sveral studies have shown adding dissolved oxygen into water
on fish farms has a very positive effect on growth rates, feed conversion and mortality rates, all
factors that will affect the profitability significantly. On-site oxygen generators allow an
uninterrupted supply of gas with a high purity output (adjustable 85-95 %, outlet pressure 4 bar).
This means that you can produce gas where and when you need it, and in the exact quantity and
quality you need, to reach gas selfsufficientce and independence from external gas suppliers. 
This oxygen generators are known as reliable, easy to use and low operational cost. They save
energy and money as supply of oxygen cylinders or rent of liquid oxygen tanks becomes
irrelevant. The average oxygen production cost are about 1,1 kwh per cubic meter of oxygen. An
oxygen generator combined with cylinder gives the highest level of backup in comparison with
cylinders it gives overall cost reduction up to 80 %. We use only high quality components and all
systems are designed for 24 hours, 365 days a year’s operation. They are easy to operate and
require minimum amount of maintenance and service.
This prooved generators are based on the well-known PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption)
technology, using two pressurized columns with molecular sieves to ensure continuous
production. Dry compressed air is blown through a valve to the vessel where the pressure is built
to reach 5 to 7 bar(g). Oxygen is tied to a molecular sieve during the building of pressure and
the nitrogen is allowed to pass through to the accumulation tank. While pressure is built in
vessel, the second remains without pressure. A part of the produced gas is used for regeneration
of the molecular sieve, which, in the case of Nitrogen, is a Carbon Molecular Sieve (CMS). The
entire PSA system can be subdivided into several components like: air compressor, air dryer, air
tank, oxygen generator, oxygen tank and accessoire. The models are available with a capacity in
the range from under 1 to over 400 m3/hour (at an oxygen purity of 90 %). Oxygen cylinder filling
stations are available on request.

The following models are available as standard:

Modell/Flow O2 kg/h O2 m3/h Consumption* Tanks Weight

OM-020 2,4 1,7 2,7 kw 90 l 354 kg
OM-040 3,5 2,5 3,6 kw 90 l 384 kg
OM-060 5,0 3,5 4,8 kw 90 l 446 kg
OM-070 6,7 4,7 6,5 kw 150 l 653 kg
OM-102 10,5 7,4 9,1 kw 320 l 836 kg
OM-170 14,9 10,5 10,7 kw 320 l 1086 kg
OM-230 21,4 15,1 14,3 kw 470 l 1416 kg
OM-234 28,5 20,1 21,0 kw 470 l 1455 kg
OM-333 37,6 26,5 23,7 kw 750 l 2220 kg
OM-335 44,2 31,1 28,4 kw 750 l 2312 kg
OM-503 67,0 47,2 42,1 kw 1000 l 3548 kg
OM-600 84,1 59,2 60,0 kw 1500 l 4605 kg

The stated flows in m3/hour are for operation with reference to 15°C, 981 mbar, inlet pressure 7 bar, flow variance ±5%,
oxygen purity 90 %, purity variance ±1%.
Conversion rates for oxygen: 1 m3 = 1,43 kg; 1 kg = 0,70 m3.
* incl. compressor, dryer and generator.

We deliver also oxygen cylinders, pressure reducers, flow meters and pressure hoses!