To prevent upstream passage of Northern Pike, Smith-Root has just finished supplying eleven BP-1.5 POW fish barrier pulsators to Fylkesmannen i Telemark in Norway. Smith-Root’s BP-1.5 POWs output pulsed fields of direct current (DC) that affects the muscular control in fish. The Graduated Field Fish Barrier (GFFB) is in the final process of construction to be completed by the beginning of June for the busy summer boating season. The fish barrier is being installed downstream of...

Every four years the World Council of Fisheries Societies brings together international representatives to promote cooperation in fisheries science, conservation, and management. Smith-Root’s recent expansion into the European market with Smith-Root Europe and the Australasian market with Smith-Root Australasia, provides for ideal timing for Smith-Root to participate in this well-respected meeting. Dr. Martin O’Farrell and John Browne from Smith-Root Europe and Carl Burger...

Dr. Martin O’Farrell (Smith-Root Europe) joined other Smith-Root engineers and scientists in marine mammal deterrence work in California (overseen by noted marine mammal specialist Dr. Jenifer Zeligs).  This non-lethal deterrence research occured in Moss Landing, California beginning Thursday, January 26, on behalf of the Moss Landing Harbor District.  The goal was to demonstrate an innovative technology to help harbormasters reduce human/animal use conflicts on port and harbor...