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What are Dosatron D25AL pumps from the D25+care series?

Dosatron D25+care pumps are the new high-value Dosatron Standard in Animal Health applications, for flow rates from 10 l/h to 2.5 m3/h. They are certified for food contact and contribute to improving animal and human health.

Which farms are recommended to switch to electric carcass removal carts?

Any farm can use electric carcass collection carts, even on farms with older buildings, as their turning ability allows them to navigate through difficult-to-maneuver aisles.

The minimum requirement is an aisle wide enough for the electric cart to navigate. Steps or uneven surfaces that the electric cart cannot navigate should be avoided.

What is ULV fogging?

Cold fogging or ULV (Ultra-low volume) fogging consists of a fogging system that allows the use of a very small amount of chemical product to cover a large area.

These systems operate with equipment powered by electric motors and generate a droplet size of 5–50 μm, the optimal droplet size to combat germs, fungi and viruses.

What types of fluidifiers for slurry can we find on the market?

Depending on their physical appearance, we can find additives to fluidize slurries in liquid form or in solid powder form.

Depending on their chemical characteristics, there are fluidizing additives composed of enzymes that break down the organic matter in slurry, as well as chemical additives that act as digesters of the organic matter. There are also fluidizing products composed of clay-based mineral complexes that help capture gases associated with slurry, such as ammonia (NH3).

How are disinfection arches activated?

Disinfection arches can be activated using photocells or by manually activating push buttons. Photocells activate the disinfection arch automatically when the presence of the vehicle to be disinfected is detected. Using a manual push button allows the disinfection arch to be activated at any time.

What type of heaters are most common on farms?

Common heating equipment on farms includes electric heaters, gas heaters, and oil heaters.

Why is it important to control and reduce NH3?

Determining the current ammonia levels on the farm using a specific meter is the first step in understanding the farm's current situation.

Reducing ammonia emissions inside barns is a priority for farmers, both from a health and welfare perspective for animals and workers, and from a financial perspective for the farm.

Having reliable records of the existing concentration of NH3 in the different areas of the farm will ensure the necessary evidence for compliance with current regulations governing optimal animal welfare conditions on farms.

How does the use of disinfection arches affect the biosecurity of farms?

Disinfection of vehicles that are going to access the interior of the farm premises is an essential element in improving the biosecurity of any farm.

Disinfection arches cut the spread of diseases transmitted by contact with vehicles that may have been contaminated on other farms or external​ facilities (feed mills, slaughterhouses, etc.).

Why is the use of a disinfection arch important at the entrance to farms?

The use of disinfection arches allows for improved biosecurity on livestock farms. It is an essential element within the strategy to guarantee the protection of farms against the entry of external pathogens.

Can I combine products from different manufacturers in the same installation?

It's usually possible, as long as the dimensions, fixtures, and materials are compatible.

It's generally recommended to maintain brand consistency to facilitate assembly, maintenance, and replacements.

If you have any questions, please contact our customer service team.

What advantages does a heating bulb provide?

Heating bulbs allow to generate, quickly and in any place, a warm and pleasant environment for people and animals. Heating lamps are very easy to install, inexpensive and they do not require previous installations for their functioning.

How can biosecurity be improved on farms?

- Apply biosecurity protocols to reduce risks
- Action practices: hygiene management, disinfection management, carcass management, pest management, reduction of external visits, security perimeters, manure management, veterinary waste management
- Facilities and equipment: disinfection arches, sanitary changing rooms, footbaths, carcass containers and veterinary waste containers

Which cartridges to choose for a stunning pistol

The choice of cartridges that will be used in the stunning pistols is directly related to the kind of animals on which they will be used. Depending on the weight of the animals the load of the cartridges will be higher or lower ...

How to act in the event of a tail biting outbreak?

At the first signs of a tail biting outbreak, enrichment material that is completely unfamiliar to the animals in the affected pen should be immediately provided in order to attract their interest and keep them entertained.

Continuously monitor the animals suspected of attacking to identify the pigs responsible for the bites ...

Preventive measures regarding the stunning pistol

- Always follow the safety instructions included in the instructions manual of each of the devices.
- The user and the people that are near them should use appropriate ear protection.
- In case that a cartridge does not fire, wait for at least 30 seconds before replacing it
- Do not shoot in a flammable or explosive atmosphere.
- Do not modify the original devices.
- Never aim the device at yourself or other people.
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How can we keep our carcass container in good condition?

It is important to regularly inspect the container to check its physical integrity: no cracks, holes, dents, or other damage that could affect either the lid or the container itself.

Any broken or deformed parts that compromise proper functioning should be replaced immediately.

Like any other piece of farm equipment, the container must be cleaned and disinfected regularly to ensure hygiene and safety.

Why is the use of a disinfection arch important at the entrance to farms?

The use of disinfection arches allows for improved biosecurity on livestock farms. It is an essential element within the strategy to guarantee the protection of farms against the entry of external pathogens.

How should I maintain a disinfectant footbath?

Footbaths should always maintain adequate levels of disinfectant in good condition and at the appropriate concentration.

It is essential to keep them clean of dirt and renew the disinfectants after the usage time indicated by the manufacturer.
Keep footbaths protected from rain and sunlight to prevent loss of the product's disinfecting capacity.

A dirty footbath, exposed to the elements and filled with an improperly renewed disinfectant product, will not work as a biosecurity measure.

What meters should I have on the farm to properly monitor environmental parameters?

Thermometers, NH3 level meters, pH meters, and chlorine level meters in the water are essential equipment on the farm.

We have a wide range of products that will help you to manage the slurry on your farm, such as agitators, separators, loading pipes and cones, volume and nitrogen counters to determine the slurry removed with the possibility of data recording.