Enters into an agreement with halibut farmer Sterling White Halibut for delivery of waterborne feeding system.
– After unsuccessful test attempts, we were initially very uncertain about waterborne feeding as a real alternative to feeding method for halibut feed. However, after carrying out thorough tests with Smir Group on one of their Smirfeeder systems, we were convinced. We experienced no blockages, and saw no signs of reduced quality or breakage of the feed after the end of feeding, says technical manager at Sterling White Halibut, Thor Bull Skarvatun.
Halibut feed is known to be larger and requires more gentle handling than traditional feed used for salmon farming.
– We have worked actively to develop a flexible feeding system that is suitable for feeding to other species than just salmon. Having carried out several successful tests with feed of different sizes and consistencies during the course of development, we have always been confident that the system would be well suited to a number of different types of feed, such as in this case with halibut feed, which is somewhat larger and of a softer consistency compared to traditional feed for salmon farming, says sales manager at Smir Group, Frode Rygh
– We also strongly believe that our underwater spreader will be an important tool for Sterling White Halibut in relation to the opportunity it provides in terms of spreading pattern and varied feeding depth, he says.
Focus on sustainable solutions
– Sterling White Halibut has large development plans and is looking for future-oriented solutions that are good for the user and the company, as well as building facilities that do not have negative effects in the surrounding environment, says general manager at Sterling White Halibut, Trond Sandvik
– Using a waterborne feeding system is very cost-effective and energy saving. In addition, Smir Group`s system is at the best level in terms of noise. Noise is considered pollution in today`s society, and Sterling White Halibut works actively to have facilities that are as less noisy as possible for the employees and the surrounding environment, he continues
– By collaborating with suppliers, the best solutions are developed – Sterling White Halibut wants to be the leading player in the development of sustainable halibut farming, Sandvik concludes.
