Efficient Cleaning, Healthy Stocks: The Technological Revolution in Cage Cleaning Robots​

Behind the efficient operation of cage-based aquaculture lies a critical, yet often overlooked, element determining stock survival – net cleanliness.

Consider this: dense layers of algae and shellfish firmly adhere to nets, obstructing water flow and depleting dissolved oxygen. The health of farmed fish hangs in the balance – they become anorexic, lose weight, and are prone to disease outbreaks due to oxygen deprivation. Biofouling acts as a silent killer, eroding your yields and profits. Compounding the problem, traditional high-pressure jet cleaners, essential for heavy-duty net cleaning, produce deafening noise pollution. This causes immense stress to fish, while offering a costly, inefficient, and unsustainable cleaning solution.

How can we solve the cage cleaning challenge, protect fish health, and achieve sustainable aquaculture? Intelligent robotic cleaning technology is quietly revolutionizing traditional fish farming.

Take the Stingray E230, launched by renowned US manufacturer Lindgren-Pitman, as a prime example. This robot sets a new industry benchmark with three core advantages:

1. Triple-Action Cleaning Mechanism, Zero Residue:
   Combining vibration, scrubbing, and suction, it efficiently removes even stubborn biofouling like mussels, seaweed, and sea squirts – far outperforming cleaners relying solely on water impact.

2. Green & Quiet Operation, Minimal Fish Stress:
   Its fully electric drive replaces large diesel generators, slashing fuel costs and exhaust emissions by 90%. Low-noise propellers and optimized power systems significantly reduce underwater noise, with verified "near-zero" disturbance to fish stocks.

3. Intelligent Control & Gentle Net Protection:
   Tracks feature elastic stainless steel-rubber composite design, flexing under pressure to prevent mechanical damage. Standard remote joystick, touchscreen control, and four high-definition cameras enable operators to conduct "visual underwater monitoring" from the vessel. Multiple units can be operated simultaneously from a single vessel.

This technological advancement continues to progress. Building on such innovations:

BGT Hydromet Company's independently developed cage cleaning robot series now comprises 7 models, specifically engineered for diverse regional conditions: View More.

• Equipped with cavitating water jet technology to effortlessly tackle mussels, oysters, skeleton shrimp, seaweed, and other tenacious fouling organisms.

• Maximum cleaning capacity reaches 4,500 m²/hour (equivalent to a standard football field), enabling efficient coverage of very large cages.

• Adapts to localized environments, operating reliably in winds up to Force 6 and currents up to 0.8 m/s, with maximum working depths of 50 meters.

• Features integrated high-definition underwater cameras and lighting systems, providing clear visibility for precise cleaning without missed spots.

  
  

Intelligent robots are increasingly becoming standard equipment in the cage-based aquaculture supply chain. They deliver far more than just cleaning; they represent a holistic upgrade path for modern fisheries: Cost reduction, stress minimization, efficiency enhancement, and environmental protection. When cleaning ceases to be a primary concern for farmers, truly high-quality, healthy, and sustainable aquaculture becomes achievable.

Ready to experience the next generation of efficient, intelligent cage cleaning? Our Technical Advisory Team welcomes your inquiries and trial requests. Let our solutions deliver cleaner waters, healthier stocks, and a more profitable aquaculture operation for your business.