About
VAKI Aquaculture Systems Ltd., a subsidiary of MSD Animal Health, is a globally recognized leader in aquaculture production technology. With more than three decades of industry expertise, VAKI designs and manufactures best-in-class equipment for fish handling, counting, grading, and pumping — all built with fish welfare at the core. VAKI's product lineup includes a comprehensive range of fish counters (from basic models to infrared and Smart variants), precision fish graders (Smart Roller and Drum Graders), and high-capacity fish pumps available in multiple sizes and configurations. Each product is engineered to minimize stress on fish while maximizing operational efficiency. The centerpiece of VAKI's offering is SmartFlow, an integrated, automated platform that connects Smart Pumps, Graders, and Counters into a single real-time monitoring and control system. SmartFlow enables remote operation, production automation, and comprehensive reporting — delivering actionable insights for farm management and informed planning. Additionally, VAKI offers cloud-based platforms including VAKI Cloud, Biomass Daily, and Riverwatcher Daily for ongoing data access and biomass assessment. The company supports its global customer base with an extensive service network, user manuals, layout drawings, software downloads, and dedicated customer care resources. VAKI is ideal for aquaculture producers — from small hatcheries to large commercial sea pen and wellboat operations — seeking to improve fish welfare standards, reduce operating costs, and elevate production performance.
Key Features
- SmartFlow Integrated Platform: Connects all VAKI Smart Pumps, Graders, and Counters into a unified system with real-time monitoring, remote control, automation, and production reporting.
- Fish Counters: A full range of counting solutions from basic models to infrared and Smart variants, providing accurate fish counts with image verification capabilities.
- Precision Fish Graders: Smart Roller and Drum Graders deliver high-precision grading while minimizing physical stress and impact on fish welfare.
- High-Capacity Fish Pumps: Available in three sizes in Basic or Smart configurations, VAKI pumps enable gentle, fast fish transfer to reduce operating costs and improve efficiency.
- Cloud-Based Monitoring Dashboards: VAKI Cloud, Biomass Daily, and Riverwatcher Daily give farm operators continuous access to biomass data and operational insights from anywhere.
Use Cases
- Counting fish during harvest or transfer operations at sea pen farms using VAKI's infrared or Smart counters for accurate inventory management.
- Automating grading workflows at hatcheries with VAKI Smart Roller Graders to sort fish by size with minimal handling stress.
- Monitoring real-time fish biomass and health data across multiple farm sites using the VAKI Cloud and Biomass Daily dashboards.
- Managing wellboat fish transfer operations with VAKI Smart Pumps and SmartFlow for remote control, automated pumping, and welfare-compliant handling.
- Generating production reports and performance analytics through SmartFlow to support data-driven planning and regulatory compliance.
Pros
- 30+ Years of Industry Expertise: VAKI's long track record in aquaculture means products are purpose-built and battle-tested across diverse farming environments globally.
- Comprehensive End-to-End System: From individual counters and graders to the fully integrated SmartFlow platform, VAKI covers the entire fish handling workflow in one ecosystem.
- Fish Welfare Focus: All equipment and systems are designed with fish welfare at the core, helping farms meet increasingly stringent welfare and sustainability standards.
- Global Service Network: VAKI exports to more than 60 countries and maintains a worldwide quality service network, ensuring reliable support wherever operations are located.
Cons
- Enterprise-Level Investment: VAKI's systems are premium hardware and software solutions primarily suited to commercial-scale operations, making costs potentially prohibitive for small farms.
- SmartFlow Requires Smart Hardware: Full automation and remote-control features in SmartFlow are only available when using Smart-series pumps; non-Smart pumps lose key capabilities.
- Niche Industry Focus: VAKI is exclusively designed for the aquaculture sector, limiting its applicability outside fish farming and related aquatic production environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is VAKI SmartFlow?
VAKI SmartFlow is an integrated, automated fish handling platform that connects Smart Pumps, Graders, and Counters into a unified system with real-time monitoring, remote control, automation, and reporting capabilities to optimize aquaculture production.
What types of operations does VAKI serve?
VAKI solutions are designed for a range of aquaculture operations including hatcheries, sea pen farms, and wellboats. Their equipment and software can be configured for different scales and production environments.
How many countries does VAKI operate in?
VAKI exports its products and maintains a quality service network in more than 60 countries around the world, making it a truly global aquaculture technology provider.
What cloud platforms does VAKI offer?
VAKI offers several cloud-based platforms including VAKI Cloud, Biomass Daily, and Riverwatcher Daily, which provide ongoing access to production data, biomass assessments, and operational insights.
Who owns VAKI Aquaculture Systems?
VAKI is a part of MSD Animal Health, the world's leading animal intelligence group, which provides devices and monitoring solutions for the management and wellbeing of animals globally.
