Perfecting Cow Comfort Products to keep cows comfortable and farms productive
Open the catalog to page 1Wilson Agri Pioneered the Cow Comfort revolution being the first company in Europe to offer Cow Mattresses back in 1994. The materials we use are carefully sourced from the finest providers throughout the world, and our range of products are proven to improve animal longevity and productivity. This quickly helped Wilson Agri develop a better understanding of Cows Resting behaviour and the problems Cows faced with current stall design. Wilson Agri has since worked with the leading research centres in the UK in the most recent studies into cow resting behaviour currently undertaken in the world....
Open the catalog to page 2Cowcoons have been developed through extensive research carried out by the University of Liverpool where they were found to eliminate vertebrae lesions, compared to metal cubicle partitions. before cowcoon after cowcoon HHEBbR |l||g|p^ f|lll|g Advancements in Dairy Genetics and Breeding over the past 20 years has resulted in larger, heavier cows which require more space and improved levels of comfort. One significant problem with existing dairy housing systems is that of the metal cubicle stall. This impacts directly on the cows physical wellbeing by causing spinal lesions inflicting discomfort...
Open the catalog to page 3C50 COW CUBICLE Like the Cowcoon, C50 cubicles are available in a range of mounting options to best suit your existing barn renovation or new construction. Customer View: Fraser Jones, Calcourt Farms, Welshpool Milks 1,350 Holstein cows Year-round calving Opted for C50 cubicles for the dairy herd and C45 cubicles for heifers The C50 Cubicle is developed from research at Madison University, Wisconsin and delivers perfect positioning of the cow in the cubicle. Unrestricted from any barriers the cow is encouraged to lie down quicker while natural lunging behaviours are promoted. The C50 Cubicle...
Open the catalog to page 4JUNIOR CALF CUBICLEOur calf range offers custom made and bespoke calf products for maximum comfort, supplied in a large range of sizes to best suit your youngstock. Training junior livestock on a dairy farm is critical to their health and integration into the main herd. Junior cubicles which are too small for the stock will give them a negative experience, impeding their growth, health and welfare in the short term as well as creating a fear of cubicles in the long term. We help to ensure that the right sized cubicle is provided for your junior stock, with a variety of cubicle sizes and mounting...
Open the catalog to page 5We have a solution for every dairy. All of our mattresses provides the perfect balance of comfort and durability which leads to longer lying times and increased milk production. Alongside University research professionals, we run several studies on cow behaviour, overall health, cleanliness, lying time and yield improvement. Via time lapse cameras and hours of observations we measure the "feedback" of the cows. Overall wear and tear is tested over longer periods in these barns as is the ease of cleaning the top cover surfaces. • Durable and shock absorbent • Increased resting times • Long product...
Open the catalog to page 6The pressure point results show the gel particles of the gel foam mattress relieve the cows joints of pressure as her weight is evenly spread. GEL FOAM MATTRESS Results from tests using pressure point body mapping technologies reveal that the gel foam offered by Wilson Agri forms to the cows physique, relieving all pressure points while virtually eliminating hock sores. • Durable and shock absorbent • Plastic moisture barrier maintains integrity of the foam • Helps lame cows rise and stand comfortably • Gel foam maintains a level surface for easy cleaning • Long product life (17 yrs in many cases)...
Open the catalog to page 7The Calving Mattress offered by Wilson Agri is the deepest mattress on the market at 100mm, it provides thermal comfort, exceptional hygiene standards and significant savings on bedding. The Calving Mattress is a triple layer, deep mattress consisting of a 60mm deep rubber crumb filled base, a central layer of 30mm foam, and 5mm waterproof top-cover. The foam, rests on a rubber crumb filled under mattress, to allow better air circulation. It is covered with a top cover, which is waterproof, yet breathable, allowing the warm air from the cow's body to pass through the foam, softening it and cooling...
Open the catalog to page 8Wilson Agri offers fans designed specifically for the beef and dairy sectors by the leading Italian livestock ventilation specialists CMP. Recent research assessing housed dairy cow performance, has shown heat stress is the second largest cost to a dairy herd after lameness, yet is had been largely overlooked until now. Heat stress not only costs you financially, but eliminates the successes of genetic progression within the herd. Research conducted on 14 English Dairy Farms during six months during 2021 by Dr Tom Chamberlain found that dairy cattle were affected by heat stress on more than a...
Open the catalog to page 9COMFORT SELF Wave top for cow comfort. Heavy duty barrier. Can be connected for long runs. Rubber bushed for noise reduction. Adjustable for animal safety. Headspace measures 190.5mm when closed. Rotate the control mechanism 45 degrees to swiftly adjust the feeding panel into a self-locking yoke. Manufactured using 60.3mm tube. The ability to operate up to 50 cattle headspaces from one operating handle, using the extension handle. A variety of panel lengths to suit your cattle housing requirements. SIZES AVAILABLE LOCK BARRIER The Agri-Kit Comfort Self-Lock is a feeding barrier and head yoke...
Open the catalog to page 10AQUA-DRAIN WATER TROUGH DAIRY GRIP Given the opportunity cows prefer to walk on a soil like surface opposed to solid concrete. Dairy Grip provides cows with maximum grip and confidence Dairy Grip Rubber is designed for use with automatic scrapers with the unique integral steel cable system ensuring longevity by stabilizing the rubber to prevent warping. DairyGrip provides cows with improved cushioning under-hoof and its unique grooving ensures good traction that minimises leg injuries to dairy cows, whilst protecting their hooves. • Excellence in cow comfort and traction • Unique integral steel...
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