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 and...

To support the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDF&W) in their efforts to get more kids fishing and build a base for the future stewards of this resource, Smith-Root recently participated in the 13th Annual Klineline Kids Fishing Event. Klineline Pond was stocked with thousands of trout to give kids the best chance possible of experiencing the “thrill of the catch”. All fishing gear and bait was provided, and each child had the chance to catch, clean, and keep up to...

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...

Get lighter!  Spend more time electrofishing, less time charging and a much easier time carrying your gear (compared to units having lead-acid batteries). Our new lithium-iron phosphate Smart Battery™ is half the weight of our standard lead-acid battery and has a much higher recharge cycle capacity! This new lithium-iron battery also has a Battery Management System that monitors key operational parameters during charging and discharging (such as voltage, current, internal and...