Aquaculture

FASTANKS have been used for aquaculture for many years and provide a robust, durable and safe environment for fish storage.

Related Products:FASTANK 1500 2000, FASTANK 1,3,5, FASTANK Rapide, FASTANK Raceway

Overview

The UN FAO concluded in its 2008 report on the State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture (SOFIA)4 that aquaculture continues to be the fastest growing animal food producing sector and, for the first time, is able to provide half of all fish consumed worldwide.

The contribution of aquaculture to global supplies of fish, crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic animals has continued to grow, increasing from 3.9% of total production by weight in 1970 to 36% in 2006.

At 51.7 million tonnes aquaculture accounted for 47% of the world’s fish food supply in 2006 and it can be expected to reach 50% in the next few years.

FASTANKS have been used for aquaculture for many years and provide a robust, durable and safe environment for fish storage. Ideal as nursery tanks, medication pools, laboratory tanks, mixing tanks, shell fish purification or emergency storage the FASTANK is a versatile tank which is trusted throughout the industry.

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FAQs

Q.How long does it take to assemble a tank?
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The FASTANK 2000/1500 & FASTANK 1/3/5 ranges  take one person approximately 5- 10 minutes to assemble. The FASTANK Bund takes approximately 2 minutes to assemble.

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Q.Do you need expert knowledge to assemble a tank?
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No. Each tank comes with comprehensive instructions.

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Q.Do I need tools to assemble the tank?
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No. Due their unique design the tanks do not require tools for assembly.

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Q.Are assembly instructions available?
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Yes, assembly instructions come with all our tanks.  Assembly videos are also available to view on this website.

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Q.What languages does the assembly instruction come in?
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Assembly instructions come in: English, Japanese, French, German, Swedish, Russian, Indonesian and Arabic.

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Q.How long should I expect a tank to last for?
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We continually invest in research & development to improve the performance and durability of the product. We are aware of some customers continuing to successfully use FASTANKS which were manufactured in the early 80’s

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Q.What product warranties does the company offer?
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A one year guarantee from date of purchase is provided against defective materials and workmanship.

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Q.What accessories would you recommend?
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That depends on the specific use and we would recommend that you phone us to discuss. However typical accessories purchased with the tanks include: EzeeBOX, polyliners, ground mats, pipe saddles and roof covers. See product page for further details.

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Q.Are replacement parts available ?
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Yes, contact us for list and prices.

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Q.What gradient can the tank withstand?
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The tank can withstand gradients up to 5%.

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Q.Is the tank protected from sharp objects on the ground?
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Whilst the PVC enclosure is difficult to penetrate we would recommend the use of a ground mat in areas where the tank may be at risk from puncture. It is advisable to check the area in which the tank will be assembled for sharp objects prior to use.

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Q.What chemicals are compatible with the tank?
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A broad range of chemicals are compatible with the tank.  Please contact us for a copy of our chemical resistance chart and for further advice.

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Q.How do I clean the tank when I am finished using it?
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This depends on the chemical that the tank has been exposed to but we recommend the use of our Polyliner which is made from virgin food grade polythene. It protects the tank from aggressive liquids and chemicals, prevents cross contamination and minimises the cleaning of the tank after use.  

The tank can also be cleaned with a power-hose with standard detergent. For further assistance please contact us.

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Q.How do I maintain my tank?
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FASTANKs require minimal maintenance, simply ensuring that the tank is cleaned well before storage will prolong your FASTANKs life. We recommend visual inspection of the tanks on a yearly basis. A repair and spares kit is provided with your tank for preventative maintenance or repair.

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Q.Can I carry it on my own / without mechanical assistance?
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A FASTANK 2000 weighs about 65kg in an EzeeBOX. We would recommend that our largest tank is carried using the straps provided to do this.

Our FASTANK 1/3/5 range of tanks weigh between 11kg and 35 kg in carry bags, and 30kg-55kg in EzeeBOXes.  In this instance action bags may be carried by one person, and larger tanks in EzeeBOXes by two people.

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Q.Is it safe for drinking water?
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The FASTANK range was originally designed for aid relief by distribution and storage of potable water. The tanks are safe and convenient for drinking water storage.

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Q.Do you sell tanks overseas?
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Yes. Since the company commenced trading it has exported to over 80 countries. We have a distributor network throughout the world. Please phone us for further details.

We have in-house expertise to identify the most efficient and cost effective transport solutions which we can arrange on your behalf.

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Get in Touch

Fast Engineering Limited

5 Windmill Court
Greystone Road
Antrim
Northern Ireland
BT41 2TX

Contact Joanne McNicholl
joanne@fastank.com

T: +44 (0) 28 9442 8686

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