What are the applications of PVC square tubes for aquaculture water lines?
PVC square pipes for aquaculture water lines are widely used in large-scale aquaculture due to their corrosion resistance, lightweight and easy installation, low cost, low risk of water accumulation and pollution, and stable and easy-to-fix structure. Their square shape effectively saves space and prevents rolling. They are primarily used for precise water supply during the aquaculture process. Specific application areas can be categorized as follows:
1. PVC Square Pipes for Aquaculture Water Lines in Livestock and Poultry Farming (Core Application Scenario)
Livestock and poultry farming places high demands on the stability, hygiene, and ease of maintenance of drinking water systems. PVC square pipes for aquaculture water lines are the mainstream choice for intensive farms, primarily for automatic drinking water systems, covering the following specific applications:
1. Poultry Farming (Chickens, Ducks, Geese, etc.)
Commodity Chicken/Laying Hen Farming:
As the core water supply line for nipple drinkers, PVC square pipes for aquaculture water lines are laid horizontally or vertically along the cages of chicken houses (stacked cages, ladder cages). The pipes have pre-set apertures to accommodate nipple drinkers (10-15 cm per 10-15 cm). Suitable for chickens pecking and drinking. PVC square pipes for aquaculture water lines resist water accumulation, reducing algae growth and bacterial contamination. The non-toxic material (using aquaculture-grade PVC) prevents water poisoning in chickens. The square pipes are also rigid and can be directly fixed to the cage frame, preventing movement caused by flock movement.
Duck/Goose Farming:
Given the characteristic of waterfowl that enjoy playing in the water but require clean drinking water, PVC square pipes for aquaculture water lines can be used with cup drinkers. These can be laid along the floor or mesh of the duck house. The square pipes' flat surface makes them easy to clean (reducing the accumulation of duck feces), and their corrosion resistance allows them to withstand the humid environment left by waterfowl drinking, extending their service life. 2. PVC Square Pipes for Aquaculture Water Lines are used in livestock farming (pigs, cattle, sheep, etc.)
Pig farming (piglets - finisher pigs - sows):
Piglet stage: Square pipes are laid along the edge of the nursery pen and paired with a duckbill drinker. The small diameter of the PVC square pipes makes it easy to control the water flow, preventing piglets from choking or wasting water.
Fattening pig/sow stage: PVC square pipes can be directly fixed above the pen and are compatible with high-flow drinkers. PVC square pipes have good load-bearing capacity (can withstand minor pig collisions) and a smooth, easy-to-rinse surface, meeting the farm's requirement for regular disinfection (such as with acid or alkaline disinfectants) without causing water contamination due to corrosion. Beef Cattle/Sheep Farming:
In both free-range and penned farming systems, PVC square water pipes can serve as "main drinking water lines," distributing water from reservoirs to individual pens. The large diameter of these pipes (commonly 50-110mm) can meet the centralized drinking water needs of cattle and sheep. For outdoor use, PVC is UV-resistant (select UV-resistant models), making it more durable than metal pipes. Furthermore, they are lightweight and easy to install and maintain outdoors.
