TLDR;
This video provides a detailed look at the construction and maintenance of a fish farm's tank battery and filtration system. It emphasizes the importance of daily cleaning to reduce ammonia levels and maintain water quality. The video also highlights the benefits of using a specific type of filter with biological brushes to minimize labor and ensure a healthy environment for the fish. Additionally, it touches on the structural aspects of the tank, such as dimensions and materials used, and promotes the use of the featured biological brushes, offering contact information for those interested.
- Importance of daily cleaning to maintain water quality.
- Benefits of using a filter with biological brushes.
- Structural aspects of the tank, including dimensions and materials.
Tank Battery Measurements and Design [0:00]
The video begins with a tour of the São Mateus farm's tank battery, detailing its measurements. The tank has dimensions of 1.70 meters outside and 2.70 meters inside, with internal compartments measuring one meter each. The ramp leading to the tank is designed to leave 80 cm of space, with the ramp itself being 35 cm. The design incorporates a wire system to discard waste, preventing the accumulation of harmful nitrites.
Importance of Daily Waste Removal [1:29]
The importance of daily waste removal from the tank system is emphasized to maintain water quality and reduce ammonia levels. Neglecting this task can lead to high ammonia levels and poor water conditions. The speaker contrasts his system with one using salt water, where failure to remove dirt resulted in elevated water levels and compromised water quality. The speaker advocates for a system that uses tiles, brick corners, and coal to avoid the problems that brushes solve, ensuring that dirt is not stored and water quality is maintained.
Filter System Construction and Materials [3:24]
The construction of the filter system involves using a folded screen that is three meters long, offset to reinforce the structure. Approximately eight 12-meter iron bars are used, with a preference for 5.0 iron, although 4.2 is also acceptable. The area around the tank will be landscaped with grass. The system is designed to minimize dirt accumulation, using about a thousand liters of water per day on one side to keep the area clean.
Tank Specifications and Brick Usage [5:57]
The tank is designed to hold 60,000 kilograms of water and must be constructed and compacted very well. Approximately 500 bricks are needed for the tank's construction, depending on the soil conditions. The system includes a gutter to discard dirt, with plans to raise a wall by 80 cm to prevent animals or children from falling in. A small pump is used to discard waste, with the system consuming about 2000 liters of water per day, comparable to a family home.
Water Quality and Filter Efficiency [7:50]
The water that returns to the system after treatment is of higher quality than well water. The system disposes of approximately 1000 liters of water per day for every six people to prevent dirt accumulation and maintain water quality. The filter system reduces labor, requiring minimal effort from an employee. The speaker advises against using broken tiles or brick bands inside the filter, as this can cause dirt to accumulate.
Importance of Biological Brushes in Filtration [9:28]
The filter should only contain biological brushes, which help maintain good bacteria. The speaker emphasizes that a good filter is essential for the health and life of the fish, ensuring very good water quality. The filter system at the São Mateus farm is designed to be efficient and headache-free, representing the second filter designed by the speaker to reduce manual labor.
Brush Specifications and Contact Information [11:22]
The filter contains approximately 6,000 biological brushes. Those interested in purchasing these brushes can contact the channel for more information, with brushes available in three sizes, with 40 or 60 being suitable for most applications. The speaker established a brush factory to provide better guidance and facilities for fish farming, aiming to improve profit and reduce labor. The channel was created to publicize this work and benefit others in the fish farming industry.