Article By: Farah Izana Abdullah
Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) technology is a system used in aquaculture to efficiently and sustainably manage the aquatic environment. RAS allows for the recycling of water in aquaculture tanks, reducing water discharge and conserving water resources. It is a crucial technology for enhancing aquaculture production efficiency. Here are some key components of RAS Aquaculture Technology:
- Aquaculture Tanks: These are where aquaculture organisms such as fish, shrimp, or clams are placed for growth and maintenance. The tanks are equipped with monitoring and control systems to maintain water parameters such as temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH, and ammonia within optimal ranges.
- Filtration System: RAS systems come with various types of filters used to remove large particles, dissolved substances, and impurities from the water. This includes mechanical, biological, and chemical filters that help maintain good water quality.
- Aeration System: Aeration systems provide dissolved oxygen into the water in the tanks. This is essential to support the life of aquaculture organisms and maintain good water conditions.
- Monitoring and Control System: RAS technology is equipped with sensors and automated monitoring systems that continuously monitor water parameters. This allows real-time monitoring and automatic control to maintain optimal conditions.
- Disease Prevention System: This technology includes disease prevention measures in aquaculture, such as the use of UV lights to eliminate pathogens, water quality monitoring, and rapid disease treatment if needed.
- Effluent Water Treatment: Water used in RAS systems needs to be treated to remove waste and harmful substances before being recycled back into the tanks. Effluent water treatment systems are crucial to maintain water cleanliness and quality.
- Safety and Backup: RAS technology often involves safety and backup systems, including emergency generators and backup systems to keep operations running even in emergency situations.
RAS systems enable aquaculture farmers to carefully control and monitor the aquaculture environment, maintain water quality, and improve production efficiency. This helps ensure the sustainability of aquaculture and reduce environmental impacts.
Date of Input: 07/09/2023 | Updated: 26/10/2023 | s_humaira
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