Copper alloy net improves the aquaculture conditions, productivity and sustainability for the farming of a wide variety of fish species (i.e. salmon, trout, sea bream, sea bass etc.) Due to its natural properties, UR30® net presents an ideal solution for both surface and submersible marine aquaculture colonies for near and offshore sites.
Improves fishhealth and welfare
Copper naturally inhibits biofouling, enabling better water flow circulation and higher dissolved oxygen levels, reducing pen fouling and decreasing the number of parasites, disease organisms and the use of antibiotics. This leads to increased growth and development, lower mortality rates and improved feed conversion.
Prohibits predationand prevents escapes
The high-strength copper alloy net deters predator attacks and eliminates escapes of farmed fish, decreasing the direct economic cost to fish farmers and preventing the ecological impact of any interbreeding with wild fish stocks.
Reducesmaintenance
Copper alloy net does not need to be frequently inspected for repair works or removed and cleaned to dispose of biofouling that grows on traditional net pens. This ensures decreased fish stress and lowers the overall costs associated with maintenance.
Maintainscage volumes
Copper alloy net provides higher structural stability and robustness under extreme weather conditions.
Maintaining its shape and internal volume against strong waves and currents, it prevents fish crowding and helps maintain high oxygenation that ultimately improves yields.
Fully recyclableafter a long life
The Copper alloy net offers extended cage life, lasting a minimum of 10 years or more regardless of its installed environment. Furthermore, it loses little mass over time and is fully recyclable. After its service life, the net is returned and is recycled for the production of a new replacement.
Environmentallyfriendly
Copper alloy net achieves substantial improvements in environmental performance because it does not require antifouling coatings and the netting material can be recycled into new nets. Furthermore, due to its minimal corrosive metal release to the surrounding water environment, copper is not bioavailable.