About
Aquasend is a real-time water quality monitoring platform designed for aquaculture, aquaponics, and hydroponics operations. At its core are two hardware products — the Aquasend Beacon® and the miniDOT® Clear Logger — which continuously measure dissolved oxygen (DO) and temperature every minute, uploading data to a secure cloud portal accessible on both desktop and mobile devices. The platform aggregates thousands of daily data points into easy-to-read dashboards, giving farm managers instant visibility into pond and water conditions across their entire operation. Customizable alerts and alarms can be configured to notify operators immediately when DO or temperature readings reach unsafe thresholds, enabling rapid intervention before costly fish kills occur. Aquasend serves a wide range of species-specific aquaculture operations — including Atlantic Salmon, Whiteleg Shrimp, Channel Catfish, and Rainbow Trout — helping farmers reduce labor costs, increase yields, determine optimum biomass capacity, and lower energy expenses. The portal supports personalized reporting, historical data retrieval, and trend analysis, giving operators the tools to understand carrying capacity and make data-driven decisions. Aquasend is well-suited for commercial fish farms, research institutions, and sustainable aquaculture operations looking to replace manual daily DO checks with automated, continuous, 24/7 monitoring. The system is designed for ease of cleaning and maintenance, backed by dedicated customer support throughout installation and ongoing use.
Key Features
- Continuous DO & Temperature Monitoring: Collects dissolved oxygen and temperature data every minute, 24/7, ensuring water quality never goes unchecked.
- Instant Alerts & Alarms: Customizable thresholds trigger immediate remote notifications when unsafe DO or temperature levels are detected, preventing costly fish kills.
- Cloud Portal & Dashboard: All data is aggregated in a personalized online portal accessible on desktop and mobile, with easy-to-read reports and historical trend analysis.
- Multi-Pond Farm Overview: Monitor all ponds or tanks from a single portal view, giving managers a complete picture of farm-wide water conditions at a glance.
- miniDOT® Clear Logger Integration: The miniDOT® Clear Logger offers standalone dissolved oxygen and temperature logging with real-time display for flexible deployment options.
Use Cases
- Commercial fish farms monitoring dissolved oxygen levels across multiple ponds to prevent fish kills and reduce labor costs.
- Aquaponics operations tracking water temperature and DO to maintain optimal conditions for both fish and plant growth.
- Hydroponics facilities using continuous water quality data to fine-tune nutrient delivery and maximize crop yields.
- Aquaculture researchers collecting granular, time-stamped water quality data to study carrying capacity and species-specific growth conditions.
- Farm managers receiving real-time mobile alerts during overnight or off-hours periods to respond quickly to dangerous water quality events.
Pros
- Reduces Labor Costs: Automates daily manual DO checks, freeing up farm staff for higher-value tasks while ensuring no data gaps.
- Prevents Costly Losses: Real-time alerts allow operators to act before oxygen crashes cause fish kills, protecting revenue and livestock health.
- Easy to Use & Maintain: The hardware is straightforward to clean and maintain, and the cloud portal is intuitive for non-technical farm operators.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Historical data and trend analysis help operators determine optimum biomass capacity and improve feed conversion ratios.
Cons
- Hardware Dependency: Requires purchase and installation of physical sensor hardware (Beacon or miniDOT), adding upfront cost and setup effort.
- Quote-Based Pricing: No publicly listed pricing — operators must request a quote, making it harder to evaluate cost without direct contact.
- Limited to DO & Temperature: Core monitoring focuses on dissolved oxygen and temperature; additional water quality parameters (pH, salinity, etc.) may not be covered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Aquasend Beacon® monitor?
The Aquasend Beacon® primarily monitors dissolved oxygen (DO) and temperature in real time, transmitting data every minute to the cloud portal.
Can I access the monitoring portal on my phone?
Yes, the Aquasend portal is accessible on both desktop and mobile devices, allowing farm managers to check conditions and receive alerts remotely.
How do alerts work?
You can configure custom alert thresholds for DO and temperature. When readings fall outside safe ranges, you are immediately notified remotely so you can take action before livestock are harmed.
What species of fish can be monitored with Aquasend?
Aquasend supports monitoring for a wide range of farmed species including Atlantic Salmon, Whiteleg Shrimp, Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout, and more.
How is Aquasend priced?
Aquasend uses a quote-based pricing model. You can request a quote directly through their website to get pricing tailored to your farm's size and needs.
