AQUACULTURE

Aquaculture is one of the world's fastest-growing food production sectors, supplying more than half of global seafood while playing a vital role in food security.

As production expands across open-water farms, land-based facilities, and recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), producers face growing demands for efficiency, sustainability, and operational reliability.

INDUSTRY CHALLENGES

Modern aquaculture depends on efficient water movement and gas management to maintain healthy, productive systems. As operations become larger and more intensive, producers must overcome:

• Higher stocking densities
• Rising energy costs
• Stricter environmental regulations
• Increasing animal welfare expectations
• Greater demand for operational efficiency


Water circulation, oxygen transfer, and CO₂ removal directly influence fish health, feed conversion, waste transport, and overall system stability.

OUR SOLUTION
FLOMOV™AIRLIFT PUMPS

Our innovative FloMov™ pump design alleviates the problems experienced with current water quality management systems by introducing a single efficient and optimized pumping and aeration system while reducing the energy footprint required to run the system.

Our airlift pumps are designed to meet the unique demands of aquaculture, from net-pen fish farming to land-based hatcheries.

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• Gentle, uniform water circulation
• Improved oxygen transfer and CO₂ removal
• Reduced maintenance and downtime
• Scalable performance for modern aquaculture systems

FloMov™ airlift pump graphic for aquaculture water circulation, aeration, and fish farming applications.

CASE STUDIES

FloMov™ in Aquaculture

High-Capacity Water Circulation for Commercial Salmon Production in Chile

SEALAND, CHILE

One of the world's largest salmon producers selected FloNergia's FloMov™ engineered airlift technology to improve water circulation in a large commercial aquaculture facility in Chile. The custom-engineered system was designed to circulate more than 43,000 L/min (11,360 gpm) within 15-m diameter production tanks, providing high-volume, energy-efficient water movement while maintaining the simplicity and reliability of no-moving-parts technology.Why FloMov™ in this appilcation was needed and any other informative details.

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Improving Water Circulation and Degassing While Reducing Energy Use

Northern Ontario fish hatchery, CANADA

A Northern Ontario fish hatchery required a more energy-efficient way to circulate and aerate water within a 90 m³ treatment and degassing basin. The existing system relied on four conventional 20-horsepower pumps, creating substantial electricity demand and ongoing maintenance requirements. FloNergia designed and installed a system using nine 4-inch FloMov™ airlift pumps to provide high-volume water circulation, aeration, and gas removal within a single integrated process.Why FloMov™ in this appilcation was needed and any other informative details.

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Improving Purge Tank Performance While Reducing Energy Costs

SALMON FARM, CANADA

To improve water circulation and aeration while lowering operating costs, AquaBounty Technologies partnered with FloNergia to upgrade its salmon purge tanks using 8-inch FloMov™ airlift pumps. By replacing conventional pumping and aeration equipment with a single integrated solution, the facility achieved up to 85% lower pumping energy consumption, improved oxygen distribution, and has maintained reliable 24/7 operation since 2023 with virtually no maintenance due to the pump's no-moving-parts design.

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Creating Natural Water Movement While Improving Water Quality Year-Round

COMMERICIAL TROUTRACEWAY, CANADA

A commercial trout farm in Ontario partnered with FloNergia to enhance raceway circulation while reducing operating costs and improving year-round water quality. Four FloMov™ engineered airlift pumps were installed to generate a uniform water current, improve oxygen distribution, and prevent winter ice formation. Unlike conventional pumping systems, the FloMov™ installation offers flexible operation, enabling operators to quickly control individual or multiple pumps through simple air valves, providing the right level of circulation for changing seasons, fish biomass, and operational needs. The result is a reliable, low-maintenance system that delivers continuous water movement with significantly lower energy consumption while promoting healthier trout growth.

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Key Benefits

FloMov™  in Aquaculture

Temperature regulation icon representing FloMov™ water circulation for optimal fish growth.
Regulates Temperature for Optimal Fish Growth

Our pumps can gently lift cooler, oxygen-rich water from the bottom to the surface, preventing thermal stratification. This natural temperature regulation creates a stable habitat that supports optimal fish growth in both open-water net pens and recirculating aquaculture systems.

Oxygen level icon representing improved dissolved oxygen and carbon dioxide removal in aquaculture systems.
Enhance Oxygen Levels

With every cycle, FloMov™ pumps increase dissolved oxygen and strip away excess carbon dioxide, critical for maintaining fish health in high-density fish farms and cage aquaculture. Consistently high oxygen levels reduce stress, improve feed conversion, and help prevent disease.

Water droplet icon representing energy-efficient water circulation and aeration with FloMov™ pumps.
Energy-Efficient Water Circulation and Aeration

Unlike traditional centrifugal pumps, our energy-efficient FloMov™ pumps deliver both water movement and aeration from a single air source. This dual function can cut power consumption by up to 70%, a major advantage for net-pen fish farming where continuous water exchange is essential.

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Durable, Low-Maintenance Design

Made from food-grade, corrosion-resistant materials, FloMov™ pumps have no moving mechanical parts underwater. This means lower maintenance, reduced downtime, and long service life, ideal for offshore cages and remote fish farm installations.

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Scalable for Any Fish Farming Operation

Whether you manage small hatchery tanks or large open-water net pens, FloNergia offers a full range of pump sizes and configurations. Our flexible design ensures reliable performance across diverse aquaculture applications.

 Fish health icon representing improved waste movement and water quality in aquaculture systems.
Improve Waste Management and Water Quality

FloMov™ pumps create a steady upward flow that helps suspend and remove solid waste from net pens and tanks. By preventing waste from settling, we support clearer, cleaner water, and maintain a healthier environment for fish and surrounding ecosystems.