Laboratory equipment

Laboratory equipment for aquaculture and aquariology

Water is a key factor in aquaculture and aquariology. It is essential to monitor its physico-chemical parameters.

AQUACULTURE France distributes a wide range of laboratory equipment.

 

  • pH meter: Measures the acidity or alkalinity of the water.
  • Conductivity meter: Evaluates the salinity and electrical conductivity of the water.
  • Oximeter: Determines the amount of dissolved oxygen, which is essential for the respiration of fish and invertebrates.
  • Chemical testers (colorimetric or electronic): Measure concentrations of ammonia (NH₃), nitrites (NO₂⁻), nitrates (NO₃⁻), phosphates (PO₄³⁻), and other elements.
  • Turbidimeter: Evaluates water clarity by measuring turbidity.
  • Thermometer and thermostats: Monitor and regulate water temperature.
  • Sampling and filtration equipment is also very important for collecting water samples or filtering suspended particles.
  • Nets and sieves: To gently capture aquatic organisms.
  • Membrane filters: Allow the analysis of microorganisms or particles in the water.

Managing the aquatic environment requires several essential laboratory tools.

  • Microscopes and binocular magnifiers: Essential for observing microorganisms, parasites, and fish cells.
  • Petri dishes and culture media: Used to cultivate bacteria and identify pathogens.
  • Pipettes and micropipettes: Used to collect precise liquid samples.
  • Spectrophotometer: Analyzes the chemical composition of water and biological samples.

In aquaculture, it is also necessary to have suitable equipment for species reproduction and breeding.

  • Egg incubators: Promote the development of fish embryos.
  • Breeding tanks and aquariums: Used to maintain and observe aquatic organisms.

  • Counting devices (volumetric or electronic counting): Allow the quantification of larvae and juvenile fish.

  • utomatic feeders: Distribute food in a controlled manner.

Experimentation and handling of organisms require appropriate protective and handling equipment.

  • Gloves, goggles, and laboratory coats: Protect against chemicals and microorganisms.
  • Nets and anesthesia syringes: Facilitate fish handling without causing injury.
  • Precision balances: Used to weigh food, chemicals, or aquatic organisms.

All this laboratory equipment has been referenced for many years by AQUACULTURE France.

Subcategories

  • Laboratory Equipment

    Technical Laboratory Equipment for Aquaculture: Rigorous Monitoring and Analytical Precision

    We offer a range of specialized equipment for research and production laboratories in aquaculture, enabling precise monitoring and comprehensive analysis of biotic and abiotic parameters.

    Our range includes:

    • Multiparameter analyzers: simultaneous measurement of pH, dissolved oxygen, salinity, temperature, and turbidity with integrated data loggers.

    • Spectrophotometry systems: quantitative analysis of nutrients (nitrates, phosphates, ammonium) for water quality monitoring.

    • Advanced microscopy: optical and electron microscopes for detecting and identifying parasites, pathogens, and microalgae.

    • Thermostatic ovens and CO₂ incubators: cultivation of aquatic microorganisms, bacterial growth assessment under controlled conditions.

    • Filtration and ultrafiltration systems: water purification in open or closed circuits for ecotoxicological studies or sensitive organism experiments.

    • Analytical balances (precision up to 0.0001 g): weighing of biological and chemical samples for diet formulation or biochemical studies.

    • Programmable climate chambers: simulation of varied aquatic environments for behavioral, physiological, and reproductive studies.

    • Sampling equipment: automated water samplers, plankton nets, and peristaltic pumps for sterile sample collection.

    All equipment complies with ISO/GLP/GMP standards, ensuring traceability and reproducibility of analyses in aquaculture laboratories.

    Main applications:

    • Environmental monitoring of farming ponds

    • Water quality sanitary control

    • Ecotoxicological impact studies

    • Optimization of animal growth and welfare

    Choose high-performance laboratory instrumentation to enhance your quality control protocols and aquaculture research projects.

  • Microscopes

    Microscope for Aquaculture: Precision and Performance for Biological Analysis

    Enhance your aquaculture research with our microscope designed specifically for the observation of aquatic organisms. Ideal for detecting parasites, identifying microalgae, and monitoring the health of farmed species, our microscope offers high-resolution imaging, precise observation capabilities, and features tailored to aquaculture laboratories.

    Equipped with professional-grade optics, powerful LED lighting, and ergonomic adjustments, it ensures reliable analysis of biological samples (plankton, larvae, pathogens). Suitable for both freshwater and marine samples, it enables continuous health monitoring of aquatic populations.

    Compliant with ISO/GLP standards, this microscope is an essential tool for aquaculture laboratories, research centers, and aquaculture farms requiring fast and accurate diagnostics.

    Main Applications:

    • Detection of aquatic parasites

    • Observation of phytoplankton and zooplankton

    • Early diagnosis of farming diseases

    • Biodiversity studies in aquatic environments

  • Scales

    Aquaculture Scales: Precision and Performance for Growth Monitoring and Feeding

    Optimize your aquaculture farm management with our scales designed specifically for aquaculture. Whether weighing fish, shellfish, larvae, or feed, our scales provide exceptional precision to ensure rigorous monitoring of animal growth and the formulation of nutritional diets.

    With models designed to withstand aquatic environments, our scales are durable, resistant to humidity, and easy to use in the field or intensive farming operations. Some are equipped with reinforced platforms for weighing larger quantities of feed, while others offer ultra-precise measurements for smaller biological samples.

    Ideal for aquaculture farms, fish farms, and freshwater or marine breeding sites, they comply with ISO/GLP/GMP standards to guarantee reliable results and quality control protocols.

    Main Applications:

    • Monitoring fish and shellfish growth

    • Weighing and formulating aquaculture feed

    • Weighing biological samples on-site

    • Managing feed and additive stock

  • Hydrobiology Equipment

    Hydrobiology Equipment: Accurate Analysis of Aquatic Ecosystems for Research and Environmental Management

    Our hydrobiology equipment is designed to provide precise and reliable measurements for studying aquatic ecosystems. Whether for water quality analysis, biodiversity studies, or monitoring the health of aquatic environments, our tools enable you to gather crucial data for optimal environmental management.

    Perfect for laboratories, researchers, and aquatic environment managers, our equipment includes instruments for measuring physical, chemical, and biological parameters of water, such as salinity, pH, dissolved oxygen, nutrients, and pollutants.

    Compliant with ISO and GLP standards, these instruments are ideal for marine, freshwater, or coastal water studies. They are robust, reliable, and designed for challenging field conditions.

    Main Applications:

    • Water quality monitoring

    • Study of aquatic microorganisms

    • Environmental monitoring in aquaculture

    • Management and conservation of aquatic ecosystems

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