Vertical incubator for salmon and trout

Vertical Incubator in Aquaculture

A vertical incubator in aquaculture is a system used for the incubation and hatching of fish eggs or other aquatic organisms (such as shrimp or mollusks). It is designed vertically to optimize space, improve water circulation, and increase hatching efficiency.

Key Features:

• Vertical structure: Typically made of tubes, cylinders, or stacked/suspended columns, maximizing space use in hatcheries.

• Water circulation: Water flows gently upward or downward, keeping eggs in suspension without damaging them.

• Parameter control: Temperature, oxygenation, salinity (for marine species), and flow rate are precisely regulated.

• Materials: Made of food-grade plastic (e.g., PVC), glass, or stainless steel to prevent contamination.

• Modular capacity: Can be adapted to different species and egg quantities.

Advantages:

• Space saving: The vertical design is ideal for compact or indoor facilities.

• High efficiency: Uniform conditions ensure optimal hatching rates.

• Lower mortality: Reduced mechanical stress on eggs compared to horizontal systems.

• Easy monitoring: Transparent compartments allow visual inspection and management.

Common Uses:

• Incubation of salmon, trout, tilapia, or other high-value species.

• Industrial and research hatcheries.

• R&D projects for sustainable aquaculture and selective breeding