ANOXKALDNES™ MBBR Media aquaculture france

ANOXKALDNES™ MBBR Media

ANOXKALDNES™ MBBR media is recognized worldwide as one of the most reliable biological filtration solutions for Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS). Based on the Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) technology, it provides an ideal environment for the growth of nitrifying bacteria responsible for ammonia and nitrite removal.

The floating polyethylene carriers move continuously inside the reactor, driven by aeration or water circulation. This constant movement optimizes oxygen transfer, prevents clogging, and maintains highly efficient biological treatment.

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Since the mid-1990s, Moving Bed Bioreactor (MBBR™) biological filtration technology has become more than just a standard in aquaculture. Compared with other treatment methods, MBBR™ technology offers significant advantages, including high efficiency, a compact footprint, and ease of operation.

In MBBR™ technology, a biofilm develops on the protected surface of specially designed carriers featuring a large internal surface area.

These bio-carriers are distributed throughout the water volume and remain in continuous motion within a tank or reactor of defined volume. An aeration grid located at the bottom of the filter supplies oxygen to the biofilm while providing the energy required to mix and keep the carriers in suspension.

Specialized carriers have been developed for different applications. Among them, the most widely used in aquaculture is the K3 media, manufactured exclusively by ANOXKALDNES for MBBR™ technology.

Models Reference Name m2 / m3 (*) m2 / m3 (**) Ø/longueur (mm) density. 9 Poids (kg/m3)
1 G0412100 AnoxKaldnes K1-0.95 RBMM 800 500 9/7 0.95 145
2 G0412200 AnoxKaldnes K3-0.98 DENI 600 500 9/7 0.98 150
3 G0412300 AnoxKaldnes K3 600 500 25/12 0.95 95

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AQUACULTURE FRANCE offers a complete range of biological filter media specifically designed for aquaculture, fish farming, shellfish farming, public aquariums, and ornamental ponds.

Our biological media are completely inert and perfectly suited for the growth of nitrifying bacteria in both freshwater and seawater applications.

Biological filtration is highly effective in oxidizing ammonia and nitrite present in culture water.

The sizing of a biological filtration system depends on several parameters, including fish biomass, aquarium or pond volume, feeding rate, and water temperature. Based on these criteria, we can determine the required media volume and hydraulic flow rate.

Available Filtration Options

  • Fixed-bed biofiltration
  • Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) filtration
  • Trickling filter systems
  • Automated backwashing systems
  • Differential oxygen monitoring for biological filter performance control
  • Backwash water recovery and recycling solutions

Operating Principle

Nitrifying bacteria colonize the protected surface area of the media:

  • Nitrosomonas: conversion of ammonia (NH₃/NH₄⁺) into nitrite (NO₂⁻)
  • Nitrobacter / Nitrospira: conversion of nitrite (NO₂⁻) into nitrate (NO₃⁻)

The continuous movement of the media promotes:

  • Efficient oxygen transfer
  • Nutrient transport to the biofilm
  • Natural biofilm renewal
  • Removal of aging bacterial layers

Benefits for Aquaculture

  • High specific surface area for bacterial colonization
  • Excellent nitrification capacity
  • Low maintenance requirements
  • Resistant to load fluctuations
  • Service life exceeding 20 years
  • Suitable for intensive production systems
  • Compatible with freshwater and seawater
  • Outstanding biological stability

Applications

  • Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS)
  • Hatcheries
  • Nurseries
  • Public aquariums
  • Research facilities
  • Marine aquaculture
  • Freshwater aquaculture

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