Biofloc fish tanks: An insight into different purpose-specific designs

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Biofloc fish tanks An insight into different
purpose-specific designs
Biofloc fish farming is tank-based aquaculture
and specific types of tanks are used at different
phases of the process. Though it is possible to
convert a traditional pond into a biofloc system,
it is definitely a challenging task.
Free-standing Biofloc tanks
are widely preferred by fish farmers as they
require less space and can be set up almost
anywhere, even on your terrace!
Apart from the standard circular biofloc
tarpaulin tanks, raceway tanks, hatchery tanks
and transportation tanks are used to suit
specific purposes. To have more clarity, let us
understand the purpose of each of these specially
designed tanks.
Hatchery tanks are typically used by
fish-hatcheries for larval rearing. These tanks
can be made of concrete, FRP or the most commonly
used food-grade, non-toxic PVC material for
higher viability of fish seeds. They are usually
round or square (with rounded corners), usually
shallow for ease of access for daily cleaning
observation. Hatchery tanks facilitate the
optimal growth of fish seeds and minimises the
stress of being transferred to larger tanks.
Raceway tanks are the next-generation biofloc
tanks that have a continuous water flow-through
system that helps to maintain optimal water
quality without hassle. These tanks are
raceway-shaped - usually rectangular basins
with a lower height than that of a standard
circular biofloc fish tank. The unique design
provides a larger
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space for the fishes to move in compared to the
circular tanks. Hence, such a tank promotes
better fish health and maximises their growth.
Transportation tanks make the transfer of fish
seeds from hatcheries to fish farms as well as
transportation of live fishes from the farms to
the markets. Transportation tanks are made from
premium quality, non-toxic PVC material. The PVC
material used to make transportation tanks
protect the fishes from jerk jolt of
long-distance transportation. KisanFlex is the
only brand that manufactures transportation tanks
with a special outlet-tail for easy transfer of
fishes out of the tanks.
Now, to find all types of biofloc aquaculture
tanks and accessories under one roof may seem
like an absurd idea. But dear reader, you are in
luck!
KisanFlex is a brand that manufactures all types
of PVC biofloc fish tanks and accessories
suitable for Biofloc fish farming. Our products
are made from the best quality, food-grade, and
non-toxic PVC fabric for higher viability of
fishes.