Benefits of Geomembrane for Shrimp and Fish Ponds
The benefits of geomembrane for shrimp and fish ponds. Geomembrane is a sheet made from several types of material, but the ones most often found and most popular in Indonesia are High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE).
Geomembrane is impermeable to liquids, UV resistant, resistant to chemicals and microorganisms, cost-effective, strong and flexible so it is easy to shape. It can be joined using a hot wedge or extruder machine, and repairs are not complicated.
Geomembrane is now well known in aquaculture because it has many advantages over tarpaulins, plastic sheets and similar materials. Here are some benefits of using geomembrane for shrimp and fish ponds.
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- Prevents leaks that cause loss of water volume.
- Maintains water quality by keeping it from mixing with soil, mud, grass and the like.
- Reduces maintenance costs: tarpaulins or plastic sheets have to be replaced after every harvest, while geomembrane is more economical thanks to its high strength and durability.
- Prevents erosion on pond slopes.
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