Lobster Tanks at Kilkeel Harbour Cecil McCullough and his sons Rodney and Wayne are well known for processing pelagic fish such as herring and mackerel at Kilkeel Harbour. In spring 2022, they took on a new challenge—investing in two Lobster Pods to store 600kg of live lobster. With supply on their doorstep, the real question…
Looking Beyond the Price Tag One of the main objections to buying a shellfish system is the price. We completely understand the investment feels significant, but perhaps the question isn’t about how much it costs, but about what it allows you to achieve. Without a shellfish system such as the Lobster Pod or Crab Pod,…
Why ROI Matters in Shellfish Systems One of the questions I get asked most often is: what is the return on investment on one of your systems? It’s a fair question. Any capital expenditure needs to pay for itself, and ideally, deliver real improvements in profitability and efficiency. At Todd Fish Tech, we’ve worked hard…
Transforming Shellfish Storage with Todd Fish Tech’s Lobster Pod As featured in Fishing News, October 2022 From DIY system to the Lobster Pod For Daniel Swann of The Net Shop in Hastings, investing in a Todd Fish Tech Lobster Pod marked a turning point in the way his business handles live shellfish. Before adopting the…
Research and Development of Energy Efficient Equipment At Todd Fish Tech, we have spent years refining the energy efficiency of our shellfish holding systems. One of the key areas of focus has been filtration, because traditional systems often restrict water flow and demand large, energy-intensive pumps to keep operating. Different approach Our approach is different.…
Comparing the benefits of the Lobster Pod and the Crab Pod At Todd Fish Tech, we’re proud to design and manufacture innovative, high-performing shellfish storage systems that work in the real world. Two of our most popular options are the Lobster Pod stacking system and the Crab Pod tank-based system. Both keep shellfish healthy and…
Why Maintaining Healthy pH Levels in Shellfish Systems Matters At Todd Fish Tech, we understand that every detail counts when it comes to keeping live shellfish healthy and stress-free. One of the most critical – yet often overlooked – aspects of maintaining your Lobster Pod or shellfish recirculation system is managing the pH of the…
A quick guide to maintaining your Protein Skimmer All Todd Fish Tech shellfish holding systems have a protein skimmer as part of the filtration. The protein skimmer on your Crab Pod or Lobster Pod plays a vital role in keeping your shellfish holding system clean and efficient. It’s designed to remove fine, oily, and protein-rich…
Filter Sock Maintenance in Your Lobster Pod System Keeping your Lobster Pod system clean and healthy is all about regular, simple maintenance—and one key component in that process is looking after the filter socks. These small but essential parts help ensure top water quality and overall system efficiency. Each Lobster Pod filter chamber contains two…
How to Change a UV Bulb in an Ultraviolet Steriliser Ultraviolet sterilisers are a highly effective tool in keeping your shellfish holding system water clean and healthy. While not essential, we strongly recommend using one, as it helps prevent bacterial blooms by zapping harmful microorganisms with UV light as the water passes through. There is…