Advanced aquaculture techniques are enhancing biosecurity and fish welfare, writes Ian Brown, Industry Sales Engineer, Xylem UK and Ireland.
Xylem’s leading aquaculture experts will be keynote speakers at Aquaculture UK in Aviemore, Scotland on 14-15 May 2024. The presentation will be titled “Optimizing Energy Consumption in Land-based Aquaculture – Achieving Sustainability!” On the second day, we have Mr. Asbjørn Husby, a senior engineer in aquaculture and water treatment, and Mr. Ronny Haugland, a business development director.
With increasing biological and microbial threats to fish farming, it is important to choose the right solution to manage the risks. Xylem’s state-of-the-art processing technology features remote monitoring and control options that provide data in real-time, allowing farmers to maintain stable conditions and enable rapid response when needed. Masu.
Many farmers are looking for more sustainable solutions using long-lasting, chemical-free solutions like UV disinfection systems that support critical ecosystems and prevent the transmission of pathogenic parasites, bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Selecting possible approaches.
Tailor-made solutions available to the industry can optimize performance, reduce environmental impact and secure a cleaner, healthier and more productive future for the aquaculture industry. Xylem is leading the way in innovation in this space. Last year, Xylem completed the acquisition of his Evoqua Water Technologies, a leader in mission-critical water treatment solutions and services. Evoqua has been working with the aquaculture industry for many years and offers a range of advanced aquaculture solutions that enhance his Xylem applications and solutions in the market.
In 2020, Xylem established the Norway-based Aquaculture Center of Excellence, bringing together a focused team of experts with decades of experience in delivering complex aquaculture projects to support European aquaculture customers. We support the production of healthy and durable fish resources.
Additionally, Xylem participates in several research programs for the characterization of emerging fish pathogens and their biophysical properties. The company is currently a partner in three different projects of his that speakers will highlight in presentations at Aquaculture UK.
Evoqua PC Series Portable Ozone System
This presentation will also provide a case study of a Norwegian seafood processing facility that has implemented Evoqua technology, which is applicable in the UK.
Portable ozone disinfection system eliminates Listeria monocytogenes at seafood processing plant
background
Around the world, food processing and smoking facilities have been shut down by government agencies due to Listeria-infected products. Listeriosis is a serious infection caused by eating contaminated food that can be fatal for people with weakened immune systems.
The causative agent is Listeria monocytogenes, and the food industry relies on sodium hypochlorite (bleach), peracetic acid, and other chemicals to ensure food-contact surfaces and equipment are disinfected. .
Customer information
Listeria monocytogenes has been detected in a fish processing facility in Norway. For this reason, they came to contact his Evoqua partner in Norway, his TrondStorebø of Naustor Technology. Trond has been installing Evoqua ozone generators on industrial fishing vessels for the past 15 years. This experience means they are familiar with industry requirements.
challenge
There is growing evidence of the emergence of chemically resistant strains of many bacteria, including Listeria monocytogenes, Aeromonas monocytogenes, and Bacillus cereus. Of course, alternative biocides are available, but most are not easy to handle and can pose health and safety concerns. There is one alternative that has been around for many years but was not widely used in the food processing industry until recently. It’s ozone. Ozone is a powerful disinfectant and an environmentally sustainable alternative that leaves no chemical byproducts.
Kibe and Evoqua
solution
Within three weeks, Nowstar acquired an Evoqua PC Series ozone disinfection system. The PC series is a trolley-mounted unit that can instantly supply ozonated water anywhere in a food factory. Ozone is generated in an on-board generator from ambient air and electricity, creating a 100% autonomous solution that facilitates plug-and-play applications. The stainless steel PC series is equipped with an oil-free air compressor, pump and off-gas destruction device, making it completely safe for the operator. This technology allows users to adjust ozone output, increasing flexibility and increasing the range of applications.
Ozone acts faster than chlorine-based chemicals, disinfecting almost instantly at a concentration of 2.5 mg/l and destroying attached biofilm-forming extracellular polysaccharides.
Tronst Abo. Managing Director of Naustor Technology said: “Before our customers started using mobile ozone systems, they were using chemicals for disinfection, but they were not getting rid of the bacteria. Not detected.”
result
The use of ozone increases product safety, extends the shelf life of fresh produce, and protects the company’s brand. Ozone also removes the slippery fish film on the floors, so employees have noticed a reduction in odors in the factory. This provided a better working environment for everyone. Additionally, ozone is safely produced on-site, making its use practical and allowing companies to manufacture their own disinfectants.
Xylem is a sponsor of Aquaculture UK 2024. The keynote presentation by Asbjørn Husby and Ronny Haugland, “Optimizing Energy Consumption in Land-based Aquaculture – Achieving Sustainability”, will be held on May 15, 2024 at 1:00 pm in the Keynote Theater. Aviemore.
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