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Aquaculture Products by Riverdale Aquamesh ® Aquamesh ® by Riverdale is the only wire in the world specifically constructed for aquaculture and marine uses. Aquamesh ® is constructed from the highest quality carbon steel to ensure consistent durability. The steel is galvanized after welding with a thick layer of zinc that completely surrounds the weld to prevent the steel from rusting. PVC is then applied using an advanced coating process that delivers a protective layer that has been proven to resist algae and fouling. Aquamesh ® is ideal for oyster and shellfish trays, fish pens and fish farms due to its strong yet flexible design. Aquamesh ® offers a winning combination of strength, functionality and longevity. Advantages: Multifunctional Can be easily fabricated into cages, pens and trays of various configurations and used in saltwater or fresh water environments Increases Water Flow Limits biofouling allowing the water to flow more freely resulting in better water circulation and higher oxygen levels Safeguards Investments Highly predator resistant, defends against outside attacks and reduces escapes preventing loss of fish Economical Long-lasting with a corrosion resistant coating that does not peel or crack reduces the need for costly maintenance and repairs Copper Alloy Mesh Copper Alloy Mesh is the latest innovative aquaculture product from Riverdale Mills. Copper alloy meshes were originally developed for saltwater applications over 50 years ago and have recently become widely used in the aquaculture industry. This is due to copper’s chemical properties that naturally counteract biofouling. Our Copper Alloy Mesh is welded using our advanced computer controlled system that produces consistent high quality welded mesh each and every time. Riverdale’s Copper Alloy Mesh is known for its superior strength and durability and is highly recommended by fish farmers and breeders for finfish applications. Advantages: Prevents Biofouling Naturally counteracts parasites and pathogens thereby reducing the need for additional antibiotics and other anti-fouling chemicals Preserves Cage Volumes Allows cages to maintain their shape and volume against strong ocean currents and waves preventing fish crowding and low oxygen levels Reduces Maintenance Costs Lowers the amount of routine maintenance needed with no nets to constantly replace and no biofouling to continually clean or remove Environmentally Friendly 100% recyclable, makes for a cleaner and safer environment for farmed fish RIVERDALE MILLS Riverdale Mills is an American manufacturer of engineered welded wire mesh that can be used for a wide range of aquaculture applications. Riverdale’s renowned Aquamesh ® PVC coated marine grade wire is uniquely engineered offering supreme functionality and protection. Riverdale’s Copper Alloy Mesh provides a safe, durable barrier that offers healthier conditions for raising fish. For over 30 years Riverdale has been a leading producer of high quality wire mesh solutions used in fish farms worldwide.
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Aquaculture Productsby Riverdale
Aquamesh®
Aquamesh® by Riverdale is the only wire in the world specifically constructed for aquaculture and marine uses. Aquamesh® is constructed from the highest quality carbon steel to ensure consistent
durability. The steel is galvanized after welding with a thick layer of zinc that completely surrounds the weld to prevent the steel from rusting. PVC is then
applied using an advanced coating process that delivers a protective layer that has been proven to resist algae and fouling. Aquamesh® is ideal for oyster and shellfish trays, fish pens and fish farms due to its strong yet flexible design. Aquamesh®
offers a winning combination of strength, functionality and longevity.
Advantages:
MultifunctionalCan be easily fabricated into cages, pens and trays of various configurations and used in saltwater or fresh
water environments
Increases Water FlowLimits biofouling allowing the water to flow more freely resulting in better water circulation and higher oxygen
levels
Safeguards InvestmentsHighly predator resistant, defends against outside attacks
and reduces escapes preventing loss of fish
EconomicalLong-lasting with a corrosion resistant coating that does not peel or crack reduces the need for costly
maintenance and repairs
Copper Alloy MeshCopper Alloy Mesh is the latest innovative
aquaculture product from Riverdale Mills. Copper alloy meshes were originally developed for
saltwater applications over 50 years ago and have recently become widely used in the aquaculture
industry. This is due to copper’s chemical properties that naturally counteract biofouling.
Our Copper Alloy Mesh is welded using our advanced computer controlled system that
produces consistent high quality welded mesh each and every time. Riverdale’s Copper Alloy Mesh is known for its superior strength and durability and is highly recommended by fish farmers and
breeders for finfish applications.
Advantages:
Prevents BiofoulingNaturally counteracts parasites and pathogens thereby reducing the need for additional antibiotics and other
anti-fouling chemicals
Preserves Cage VolumesAllows cages to maintain their shape and volume
against strong ocean currents and waves preventing fish crowding and low oxygen levels
Reduces Maintenance CostsLowers the amount of routine maintenance needed
with no nets to constantly replace and no biofouling to continually clean or remove
Environmentally Friendly100% recyclable, makes for a cleaner and safer
environment for farmed fishRIV
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ILLS
Riverdale Mills is an American manufacturer of engineered welded wire mesh that can be used for a wide range of aquaculture applications. Riverdale’s renowned Aquamesh® PVC coated marine grade wire
is uniquely engineered offering supreme functionality and protection. Riverdale’s Copper Alloy Mesh provides a safe, durable barrier that offers healthier conditions for raising fish. For over 30 years Riverdale has
been a leading producer of high quality wire mesh solutions used in fish farms worldwide.
Toll Free: 1.800.762.6374Outside US: +1.508.234.8715
[email protected] • www.riverdale.comRiverdale Mills Corporation • Northbridge, MA USA
Engineered Wire Mesh for Aquaculture
Riverdale Welded Wire MeshRiverdale Mills manufactures a wide range of welded wire fabrics in basic steel, stainless steel, copper, galvanized before welding,
galvanized after welding and with or without a PVC coating. Aquamesh® is readily available in a large selection of standard
configurations, sizes, gauges and colors. Our Copper Alloy Mesh is a specialty product, manufactured to order. We can custom design mesh
sizes, patterns and colors to meet your projects specific needs.
Please contact us for more information.
Solutions for
Oysters • Salmon • Clams Trout • Shrimp • TilapiaCod • Catfish • Sea Bass
Yellowtail• Crawfish • Cobia
