Advancing Aquaculture: Garware’s Innovative Nets for Sustainable Farming

Garware Technical Fibres is at the forefront of innovation in the aquaculture industry, designing nets that tackle the distinctive challenges encountered by various fish farming operations. With a multidisciplinary team comprising specialists in materials, polymers, and technical fibres, Garware aims to enhance farming efficiency and safety through advanced product offerings.

Tailored Solutions for Diverse Needs

“Understanding that no two production strategies are identical, we create a comprehensive range of nets to meet specific requirements. Our products include nets designed for in-situ washing, and options that are knotted or knotless, suitable for antifouling coatings, recyclable, and even integrated with communication and reporting technologies,” explains Francisco Serra, Commercial Manager of Garware Technical Fibres Chile. He emphasizes the common goal of these solutions: to reduce costs, minimize risks, and enhance production performance.

Garware places significant emphasis on customer feedback, actively listening to their clients to better understand operational requirements. This collaborative approach, combined with applied science and strategic material selection, drives the design and construction of their nets.

Introduction of New Generations of Nets

Among Garware’s latest products is the CFR net, designed with a composite-core construction that ensures a uniform shape, increased strength, and reduced weight—contributing to its durability and efficiency. This advanced net offers excellent cut resistance and high mesh rigidity, enhancing overall safety. Additionally, the S.CFR version is 100% recyclable, aligning with sustainability goals.

Enhancing Predator Control

Garware’s predator-control nets feature advanced designs to thwart sea lion attacks by focusing on three key variables: tensile strength, cut resistance, and net rigidity. Marcos Jofré, Business Associate at Garware Technical Fibres Chile, shares that the SUC MBX net has gained popularity in the industry, thanks to its stainless-steel strands that reinforce its structure. This net is typically used for overhead predator protection, while the X18 net is suitable for drop-down configurations.

Building on these innovations, the Pro Max represents a further evolution of X18, enhancing rigidity and abrasion resistance. Similarly, Safemax evolves from SUC MBX, maintaining the same level of tensile strength but featuring a smaller diameter with improved cut resistance. An important advantage of Safemax over SUC MBX is its increased rigidity, which makes it versatile for both traditional predator-control models and vertical-drop designs. Additionally, the ACE net incorporates all these features while being specifically designed for exposed sites, ensuring reduced diameter and lower resistance to current pressure.

Conclusion: Commitment to Sustainability and Efficiency

As salmon farming continues to expand and navigate more challenging environments, the selection of materials that are efficient, safe, and sustainable becomes paramount. Garware Technical Fibres stands committed to providing innovative and impactful solutions that address the evolving needs of the aquaculture sector.

Image Caption: Garware’s CFR net represents the company’s commitment to safety and sustainability, with cutting-edge cut resistance and recyclability in the S.CFR variant.