Feeding Systems for Swine/Hog Barns

Short, efficient feeding solutions aligned to nursery, finishing, and gestation—covering hardware (troughs, trays, sow feeders, wet/dry feeders) and automatic feeding lines for even distribution, low waste, and easy sanitation.

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Selection & Layout Guide — Quick

Start with intake targets: pigs-per-eating-space, diet form (meal/pellet), and wet-dry vs dry-only by zone.
Match hardware to stage: trays for creep → nursery troughs → sow feeders/self-feeders in gestation/farrowing → wet-dry feeders for finishers.
Plan the line: loop length, number of drops, bends/elevation changes, silo capacity, and required throughput; choose chain-disk or flex auger accordingly.
Design for hygiene: smooth radii, simple wash-down access, and controlled water integration on wet/dry units.
Calibrate & verify: set dosing positions, check discharge uniformity, and document cleaning intervals.

Supplier-Ready Specs & Options

Piglet Feeding Tray: SS304; round profile; Ø28 / Ø32 cm; slatted-floor hook mounting; divided feed pockets.
Nursery Feed Troughs: Single- or double-sided layouts; selectable hole counts/sizes; multi-gear dosing; anti-scramble openings; widths matched to pen geometry.
Sow Self Feeder: All-SS304 contact parts; wet/dry separation; tool-less wash-down access; stable actuation to limit over-release.
Sow Feeders (SS304): One-piece stretch forming; rolled edges; raised front lip; install brackets to suit bay/pen interfaces.
Wet & Dry Feeders (Finisher): LLDPE barrel; 30 / 80 / 100 L capacities; stainless outlets/pans; anti-plug features + fine adjustment; hot-dip galvanized frames.
Automatic Feeding Line: Chain-disk / flex-auger; sealed transport; drops per room/pen; controllers (timed / level / recipe); galvanized silos (multiple diameters/capacities); documented components and inspection records; motor voltage/phase (line only).

What to Send for a Fast Proposal

Barn & animals: zones and headcount (nursery/finisher/gestation; piglets per crate), pen sizes & aisle flow; pigs per eating space target.
Diet & hardware: feed form (meal/pellet); wet-dry vs dry; tray diameter/qty and need for slat hooks; nursery trough side type and hole count; sow feeder/self-feeder preferences (SS304 contact, rolled edge, raised lip).
Automatic line (if needed): chain-disk or flex auger; loop length (m), drops/room, corners & elevation; motor voltage/phase; target throughput (kg/min) or cycles/day; silo diameter/capacity.
Hygiene & biosecurity: cleaning method (pressure wash/foam), dust control, materials preferences (SS304 pans/ports; LLDPE barrels; galvanized frames).
Docs & delivery: tell us which files you require (CAD/PDF layout, BOQ, QC/inspection) and your target ship date and terms; branding/packaging if needed.

Why LivestocTech for Feeding Systems

Feeding-first engineering: layouts that balance access, dosing, and cleaning—designed per zone and pigs-per-space goals.
Proven contact materials: SS304 on feeders and ports with rolled edges for safety and faster rinsing.
Uniform-flow mechanics: fine adjustment and anti-plug features, with documented discharge checks to cut waste.
Closed distribution (auto lines): chain-disk or flex auger with sealed conveyance to protect feed quality.
Clean installs & records: installation notes, calibration guidance, and traceable QC files delivered with your package.

FAQs

How many pigs per eating space should I plan?

Targets vary by weight and hardware. For nursery troughs, more openings improve access and reduce competition; finishers need fewer pigs per space. We’ll size openings and count per pen in your layout.

Dry or wet-dry—how do I choose?

Wet-dry can improve intake and reduce dust in finishers. For nursery phases, controlled dry feeding or small wet-assisted doses via troughs/trays is common to avoid over-wetting and hygiene issues.

What sizes suit piglet trays and nursery troughs?

Trays typically use compact diameters for creep; nursery trough sizes and hole counts map to pen width and headcount. We’ll propose matched SKUs after we see your pen geometry.

What makes a sow feeder “mouth-safe”?

Rolled edges and smooth SS304 contact surfaces reduce mouth-injury risk and rinse faster. Raised lips keep feed inside during aggressive eating.

How do you size an automatic feeding line?

We calculate loop length, drops, bends/elevation, and required throughput (kg/min), then choose chain-disk or flex auger and silo capacity to match your cycles and diet form.

What documents do I receive?

A project-matched CAD/PDF layout, BOQ, and QC/inspection records, plus calibration and cleaning guidance for commissioning.

Build a Feeding Package for Your Barn

Share zones, feeders, and line specs—we’ll deliver a matched layout, BOQ, and QC.