Improved nets for fish farming

Advances in Textiles Technology, August, 2008

Badinotti Group, a global leader in netting for commercial fishing, has extended its collaboration with DSM Dyneema, the manufacturer of a strong ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fibre.

In developing better nets, the partners say a principal area of focus will be reducing the number of fish escapes in South America's fish farming industry.

As part of this closer relationship, Badinotti will become an official licensee of DSM Dyneema's new Commercial Marine Licensing programme. Badinotti will use the Dyneema[R] ingredient brand on its products, and participate in joint marketing and business development efforts with DSM Dyneema.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Badinotti Group Alfonso Rizo Patron said the companies had been cooperating a long time: "Badinotti was one of the first companies to introduce nets made with Dyneema fibre, in 1996. By intensifying our joint programme of development, we intend to create netting to meet the challenges of today's end-users." Stronger, safer, and more cost-effective nets will help our customers increase their yields, he added.

Badinotti nets featuring Dyneema[R] fiber have delivered high performance and economic benefits for aquaculture companies around the world--for instance, in Mediterranean sea bream farming and Canadian salmon farming. Now, in addition, the companies will focus on anti-predator and containment netting for South America's aquaculture industry.

Dyneema fibre's exceptional strength and toughness combine to produce nets that can significantly reduce escapes and losses from fish or predators biting through them. Further, because Dyneema is so strong for its weight, thinner twines can be used, providing less resistance to currents and waves so the nets retain their shape.

These twines also result in larger openings in the netting so more water can flow through, improving cleanliness and oxygenation for healthier fish. Finally, because Dyneema does not absorb water, the netting is easier to lift out of the water for repairs, especially in heavy seas or bad weather.

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For further information, contact: Andre van Wageningen, Marketing Manager Commercial Fishing, DSM Dyneema, Mauritslaan 49, Urmond, PO Box 1163, 6160 BD Geleen, The Netherlands. Tel: 46-476-7998. E-mail: info.dyneema@dsm.com; http://www.fishingmadebetter.com; http://www.dyneema.com; or: Badinotti SpA, Viale Ortes 5,20139 Milan, Italy. Tel: 02-5391-070. Fax: 025681-4256. E-mail:sales@badinotti.com; http://www.badinotti.com; or: Badinotti SA, Ruta El Tepual Km 9.3, Puerto Montt, Chile. Tel: 65-435340. Fax: 65-431166. http://www.badinotti.cl/index.htm