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Automatic chain feeding for modern poultry production

Automatic chain feeder – a reliable and successful system u Big Dutchman introduced the world‘s first automatic chain feeding system as early as 1938. Daily hand-feeding of the flock was very time-consuming, triggering the idea of an automatic feeder system: A new era dawned for the poultry industry. Thanks to its robust and simple principle, the chain feeding system has proved itself a million times over. The basic concept – feed hopper, drive unit, corner, trough and the CHAMPION feed chain – has remained unchanged. The entire system, however, is continuously being improved and adapted to...

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used the world over for more than 75 years! »Only the original guarantees unsurpassed quality – recognise it easily thanks to the engraving!« Advantages of the Big Dutchman chain feeding system 4 different conveying speeds of 12, 18 or 36 m/min, depending on the require- ments; 4 high conveying capacity of up to 1.5 t/h reduces the number of feedings; 4 any type of feed can be used, e.g. mash, pellets and crumbles; 4 the feed is distributed uniformly and reliably, i.e. all birds receive the same amount and quality of feed, with minimum feed losses; controlled or ad libitum feeding are both...

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General planning instructions Stocking density Feeding method No. of birds/ cm trough side/ Feed demand/bird/day birds/m2 m trough bird in g Broiler breeders (rearing) 7 - 10 can vary depending on the breed and climate. The bird numbers shown in the diagram are average values and Further configurations for the feed lines are available. Let our experts advise you. Mini Mini Mini Feed hoppers Type of hopper MPF MPF MPF Mini Mini extension litres Weighing container litres 1250/1850 100 litres amount to approx. 65 kg of feed. • Standard equipment *1 A...

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