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Efficient and safe control of sows in group farrowing is a constant challenge for sow farmers. In particular, restraining the animals at the same time in order to carry out checks and work in the pen is often time-consuming and stressful for both humans and animals. One of the reasons for this is that sows want to protect their piglets and often attack the employees in the pen. With the innovative Easy SF self-locking gate, the Lower Saxony specialist WEDA Dammann & Westerkamp offers a solution that improves this process. The animals are automatically locked in their pens for short-term work and employees have free and safe access.
Challenges in group housing
When sows are farrowed in groups, it is difficult to restrain the animals at the same time in order to carry out the necessary checks. This process takes a lot of time and can also cause restlessness and stress among the animals. The sows want to protect their piglets - so employees are exposed to potential danger when they enter the group area. For this reason, it makes sense to restrain the sows for a short time during the animal inspection. An efficient solution that simplifies this process is therefore urgently required.
The solution: Easy SF
With the new Easy SF quick catch function from WEDA Dammann & Westerkamp, sow farmers can quickly and safely restrain their animals in the pens. The self-catching function makes it possible to simply lock the animals in their pens during group farrowing, ensuring safe access to the pen and all important sub-areas. Another advantage: the self-locking function is integrated into the pen partition wall, so there are no annoying wire ropes or poles in the entrance area of the pen.
Easy access to the bays
The Easy SF system works simply: by activating the self-catching function, employees can switch
on the system either directly on the computer or via a compartment button. Feeding is then started
and the animals automatically go to their feeding places. While the animals are eating, they are
locked in their pens. This facilitates access and ensures a safe working environment for animal
control.
Ideal solution for sustainable pig farming
The conclusion: The Easy SF system from WEDA significantly improves overall animal control in group farrowing: The innovative self-locking gate ensures that the animals are quickly and safely locked in place, reduces stress for humans and animals and simplifies work processes in the barn. The Easy SF is therefore the ideal solution for modern and sustainable pig farming.
Advantages of the Easy SF system at a glance
- Relaxed animals: The animals remain calm and relaxed as they are held in place during feeding.
- Simple operation: The self-catching function is simple and intuitive to operate via the computer or a compartment button.
- Time-saving and safe working: Employees can work faster and more safely in the barn, which optimises work processes.
- Good access to the pen: No disruptive operating elements in the entrance area.
September 30, 2024 - WEDA
