Barn Equipment: Sturdy Technology for the Everyday Cattle Barn

Barn Equipment: Practical Technology for the Cattle Barn

A cattle barn has to work even when things get hectic. Feed and water must be within reach at all times, the barn climate has to be right, and the fittings have to cope with the weight of full grown animals. Here you will find feeding and drinking technology, cattle brushes, wind protection and pens for calves, all designed for daily service in the barn.

Feed, water and calm in the barn

Troughs and feed barriers make sure every animal reaches its feed and that less of it ends up on the floor. With the water supply, flow rate and frost protection are what count: drinking bowls have to run reliably in winter too, otherwise intake drops and performance goes with it. Cattle brushes give the animals a chance to groom their coats and take restlessness out of the herd. Swinging models work without power, while electric brushes start up as soon as an animal touches them. For the youngest stock there are barred calf pens as single and double versions.

Barn climate and draughts

Cattle tolerate cold well, draughts far less so. Wind protection curtains and strip curtains slow the airflow at gateways and open sides while still letting light and fresh air into the barn. At driveways, strip curtains also keep insects out and save time, because nobody has to open and close a gate. When fitting them, look for a stable mounting system with matching hook rails or trolleys, so the strips hang securely in the wind and individual pieces stay easy to swap later.

Frequently asked questions

Electric or swinging cattle brush?
Swinging brushes need no power supply and are quick to fit. Electric models start up on contact and suit larger herds well.

What should I look for in a drinker?
A sufficient flow rate, easy cleaning and frost protection. The drinker should be easy to reach and mounted securely.

How much air movement does a cattle barn take?
Fresh air is welcome, direct draught is not. Wind protection curtains slow the airflow without blocking ventilation as a whole.