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Double Line Mussel Floats

Double Line Mussel Floats

Double Line Mussel Floats

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The MF330 Mussel Float is a new blow-moulded product by JFC designed for demanding inshore and offshore conditions. It aims to enhance profitability in the rope-mussels industry by reducing the number of floats needed per site, thus minimizing visual impact and aiding in license applications.

Proven Results
Independent trials led by Dr. John Bonardelli demonstrated that JFC mussel floats produce higher commercial yields in a shorter time compared to other floats. Trials involved five experienced growers across three coastal counties in Ireland.

Design and Features
The JFC float features a patented stability fin, ensuring stability in high waves and reducing stress on mussels. The design prevents mussel lines from brushing up and down, reducing crop loss and enhancing meat quality.

Product Specifications
  • SF40: 40 Litre, 420 Ø x 651 H mm
  • MF250: 250 Litre, 880 Ø x 938 H mm
  • MF80: 80 Litre, 988 L x 500 H x 425 W mm
  • MF130: 130 Litre, 988 L x 580 H x 530 W mm
  • MF200: 200 Litre, 1114 L x 680 H x 630 W mm
  • MF300: 300 Litre, 1314 L x 740 H x 670 W mm
  • MF330: 330 Litre, 1400 L x 800 H x 710 W mm
  • MF400: 400 Litre, 1620 L x 900 H x 810 W mm


Usage and Benefits
JFC single line mussel floats are versatile for surface or submerged lines, with options to adjust buoyancy as needed. They are ideal for spat collection, offer extra buoyancy, are recyclable, durable, and suitable for depths of 30m+.
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Mussel Floats Double Line Mussel Floats NEW PRODUCT JFC polyethylene mussel floats have the potential to substantially boost the profitability of the ropemussels industry whilst simultaneously reducing the number of mussel floats required per site. This should assist mussel farmers in successfully applying for licenses to produce mussels as the visual impact of using JFC mussel floats on-site is minimized, addressing a key concern of some regulatory bodies. Proven Results JFC mussel floats have shown proven results carried out by independent trials. Internationally renowned mussel production expert Dr. John Bonardelli (a world leading independent shellfish production specialist) evaluated and compared the efficiency of JFC mussel floats compared to other similar sized floats commonly used in the rope-grown industry. A trial involving 5 experienced mussel growers in three different coastal counties was conducted across Ireland. According to Dr. Bonardelli; “JFC Mussel Floats clearly demonstrate that rope grown mussels from long lines using JFC mussel floats are more effective in producing higher commercial yields in a shorter time frame than for mussels stocks with similar histories using other equivalent volume floats”. Mussel Float (MF330) JFC is delighted to introduce our latest addition the MF330 Mussel Float - a new blow moulded manufactured mussel float This superior performance mussel float is designed and manufactured for the most demanding conditions. Idea for inshore and offshore locations. Patented Stability Fin The JFC float has been specifically designed so that they can withstand the pressures of high waves and sit steadily on the water, even when loaded with a full crop of mussels. The design ensures that our floats have a low profile in the water, causing limited vertical motion and consequently reducing stress on the mussels. In addition the fin design ensures the mussel holding lines do not brush “up and down” so preventing the crop from falling back into the sea. The end result is that mussels grown using JFC mussel floats, grow larger, have a higher meat quality, and are much less susceptible to losses. All of these factors culminate in significantly increased yields over a shorter time period for the mussel farmer and can significantly improve th

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80 Litre Inshore Mussel Float 130 Litre Inshore Mussel Float 200 Litre Inshore Mussel Float 300 Litre Offshore Mussel Float 330 Litre Offshore Mussel Float 400 Litre Offshore Mussel Float Single Line Mussel Floats JFC single line mussel floats can be used for both surface or submerged lines. A combination of floats can be used to either increase or reduce the level of floatation required. Eg. As seed grows and becomes heavier the larger MF250 floats can be added to achieve the optimum floatation required. • Ideal for collecting spat both inshore and offshore. • Can be used for extra buoyancy on long...

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