Norfine Floating Inspection Nets with Covers

Norfine Floating Inspection Nets with Covers

Covered 76cm and 106cm nets for short-term physical separation within a pond

These Norfine floating inspection nets create a soft-sided holding area within the pond for short periods of observation or an organised handling task. Pond water passes through the mesh, keeping the enclosure connected to the surrounding water. Each complete net includes its matching elasticated cover, which helps retain fish while the net is in use.

Choose the 76cm option, SKS reference BT595, or the 106cm option, reference BT596. The supplier describes both as Norfine floating isolation cages. In this context, isolation means physical separation from other fish: water still moves between the net and the rest of the pond. Plan the task, the location and the fish’s eventual return before introducing it to the enclosure.

Sizes and supplied equipment

76cm option	SKS BT595
106cm option	SKS BT596
Included	One floating net and its matching elasticated net cover
Water arrangement	Flow-through mesh sharing the pond water
Intended use	Short-term physical separation and observation

Choose a size for the fish and the available space

Compare the two sizes with the area where you intend to position the net. The larger option takes up more room at the surface, so include clearance from the pond wall, nearby plants and other equipment in your planning. Keep a usable route for reaching the cover and carrying out the intended inspection without leaning awkwardly across the pond.

Consider the space the fish needs to turn and remain comfortable, rather than treating the listed size as a recommended fish length. Neither option is supplied with a stated stocking capacity or a maximum number of koi. Avoid overcrowding and choose an arrangement suited to the individual fish and the short task you need to complete.

Understand the shared-water arrangement

The mesh permits water exchange with the surrounding pond. This can be useful when you want to keep a fish in one accessible area while retaining the same water environment. It also means the net does not create an independent water volume that can be managed separately from the pond.

Do not use a floating mesh enclosure as a substitute for a separate quarantine system or as a way to contain a treatment to one fish. If a task requires separate water, consider a suitable vessel such as an AquaForte Quality Koi Vat, together with the appropriate support equipment and husbandry arrangements. The right container depends on what you are trying to achieve, not just how easy it is to place in the pond.

Prepare the net before moving the koi

Inspect the enclosure, its seams, floating surround and cover before use. Look for tears, damaged areas or trapped debris that could interfere with the net’s position or contact the fish. Check that the net can sit in its intended shape, with the mesh hanging freely rather than gathered around an obstruction.

Choose an accessible position away from intakes, sharp edges and obstacles that could catch the net. Check the water movement at that position and observe how the empty enclosure behaves before bringing a fish towards it. Have all the equipment needed for the task ready, so the fish does not have to wait while you search for a bowl or another handling tool.

Use the supplied cover and stay with the fish

Both sizes include an elasticated net cover. Fit the matching cover securely around the enclosure and check that it remains seated during use. After opening it for access, recheck the fit rather than assuming it has returned to its original position. The cover is part of the holding arrangement, but it does not remove the need for supervision.

Keep the fish under observation throughout the short holding period. Watch its behaviour and check that the net remains properly positioned. Do not interpret a floating surround as a guarantee that the enclosure will stay in the same place regardless of water movement or disturbance. Finish the task promptly and return the fish using an appropriate handling method.

Match the handling equipment to the job

A floating inspection net provides a holding area; it is not a carry bag or a lifting sling. Use suitable koi-handling equipment when moving fish between the pond and another container. Our pond net range includes different tools for different jobs, so check the purpose of each before combining them.

Keep handling to the minimum necessary and work calmly. Cuttlebrook Koi Farm’s handling guidance emphasises that catching and handling koi can cause stress and injury. A soft enclosure still needs careful use, and its material should never be taken as a promise that a fish cannot be injured. Avoid repeated catching simply to obtain a better view.

After use and before storage

Once the fish has been removed, clear debris from the net and cover and inspect them again. Follow an appropriate cleaning routine for pond equipment and allow the material to dry before putting it away. Store the two pieces together where the mesh and elastic cannot become snagged by other equipment.

Keep the product reference with your maintenance notes so you can identify the correct size later. This listing supplies the complete floating net with its cover; a separately listed tub cover is a different purchase. If replacing a cover in future, confirm compatibility with the actual enclosure rather than choosing solely by a similar measurement.