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More Information About 3D Model :
The subject refers to a highly specialized, modular containment unit integral to modern intensive aquaculture, ichthyological research, and live aquatic organism transport. This apparatus, generically termed a fish crate, aquaculture tote, or modular grow-out box, serves as a standardized component within larger storage, racking, and water management systems.

Nomenclature and Classification


The item is classified functionally as an intermediate aquatic storage vessel, specifically engineered for dense containment and movement of juvenile or small-to-medium-sized fish species. Its design necessitates compatibility with standardized industrial storage racks, allowing for vertical organization, efficient space utilization, and integration into centralized water filtration infrastructure, such as Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) or flow-through quarantine facilities.

Design and Material Specification


The container is predominantly fabricated from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or food-grade polypropylene (PP), materials selected for their inertness, non-toxicity, corrosion resistance, and high structural integrity required for prolonged exposure to water and sanitizing agents. The chosen polymer must be certified non-leaching to prevent contamination of the aquatic environment.

Coloration (Blue): The characteristic blue pigmentation serves several critical functions. In commercial settings, blue often signifies food-grade status (in line with HACCP standards). Ecologically, the deep blue color is beneficial as it minimizes light penetration into the tank interior. This reduction in ambient light exposure helps to decrease stress (thigmotaxis) in many fish species, promoting calmness, reducing physical injury, and minimizing energy expenditure during intensive culture or transport. Furthermore, the light color assists in the visual detection of fungal growth or parasitic presence against the tank floor.

Structural Features: The design typically incorporates reinforced walls and rims to withstand stacking loads when nested within the storage rack framework. Drainage or overflow apertures are custom-designed based on application (e.g., central drain for high-flow RAS or lateral overflow ports for passive systems). Many crates are designed to be stackable when empty and rack-compatible when filled.

Functional Application within Storage Racks and Tank Systems


The blue plastic container acts as the primary holding volume (the tank unit) within a comprehensive storage rack system.

  1. Intensive Culture: When deployed in a vertical rack arrangement, these containers maximize biomass density per square meter of facility footprint. Each unit is individually plumbed or gravity-fed, allowing precise environmental control (temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH) specific to the cohort housed within. The rack provides structural support, maintaining the elevation necessary for water gravity flow to centralized filtration sumps and pumps.
  2. Quarantine and Isolation: The modular nature of the crates facilitates biosecurity. Individual units can be easily isolated or sterilized, preventing the rapid horizontal spread of pathogens common in larger, contiguous tank systems.
  3. Live Haul and Transport: When detached from the storage rack, the robust container (often fitted with a secure lid and aeration ports) serves as an effective transport vessel (live haul box). Its standardized dimensions are frequently optimized for stacking within temperature-controlled vehicles, ensuring minimal sloshing and maximum security during transit of high-value aquatic stock.

    The integration of the plastic box crate with the storage rack and water system defines its utility: a flexible, biosecure, and structurally sound module essential for the organization and maintenance of diverse aquatic populations in commercial and scientific contexts.

    KEYWORDS: Aquaculture, Ichthyology, HDPE, Modular System, Recirculating Aquaculture System, RAS, Live Haul, Transport Crate, Grow-out Box, Intensive Culture, Biosecurity, Stackable Container, Fish Storage, Quarantine Tank, Blue Plastic, Polymer, Polymer Container, Storage Rack, Commercial Fisheries, Hatchery Equipment, Water Management, Water Treatment, Food-Grade Plastic, Stress Reduction, Material Science, Polymer Structure, Standardization, Flow-Through System, Aquatic Organism, Plastic Tote.

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