What is it?
PBL-44 is a stable concentrate of ready to use beneficial bacterial species and proprietary ingredients in water suspension. PBL-44 is a dual function formula. First, it assists natural processes that result in the breakdown of organic waste to carbon dioxide and water. Secondly, it colonises the external slime layer of fresh and salt-water crustaceans and fish. In this way it acts as an external probiotic that helps alleviate the harmful effects of transfer stress. It is also used to add protection to tropical and ornamental fish prior to shipment.
When aquatic species are transferred from one environment to another, their slime layers lose a significant portion of their natural protective microflora. Exposure to large numbers of PBL-44 bacteria restores a healthy microflora. These bacteria compete with many pathogens, such as Aeromonas and Vibrio species, which are indigenous to aquatic environments. PBL-44 significantly reduces the frequency of disease by these bacterial pathogens through competitive exclusion.
APPLICATIONS:
AQUACULTURE HATCHERY WATER:- Apply 1000 ppm. 48 hours prior to transfer or 2 consecutive days after antibiotic treatment. Ensure adequate aeration.
KOI PONDS :- Apply 100ml. \ 1000 litres once weekly
FISH DIP:- Immerse fish for 15 minutes in a heavily aerated bath containing 2000ppm. Best following vaccination, antibiotic treatment or preceding transportation.
NOTE: Now available in an economical 4x concentration for larger applications and regular users.
Optimal storage temperature: 10 deg C
PBL-44 is a non-toxic, viable, microbial culture comprised of naturally occurring micro-organisms in water suspension. Wear eye protection, rubber gloves and apron when using. Avoid contact with eyes and open wounds – rinse contacted areas with water. Wash hands after using. Store tightly closed in a cool place out of direct sun.
In order to maintain a maximum Probiotic presence it is advisable to apply PBL-44 once weekly. If you are going to be handling , transporting or introducing new fish into your system you can apply Probiotics twice weekly for a few weeks prior to doing so.
This product is very fish friendly and when used regularly in conjunction with Superbugs will make your system very clean and inhospitable to pathogenic bacteria.
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