A-Type Layer Cage System

The A-Type Layer Cage System is a step-type poultry housing solution developed for commercial laying-hen farms requiring practical operation, efficient space utilization and flexible automation. The tiered cages are arranged around an A-shaped supporting frame, providing an open structure that promotes natural airflow and convenient access for daily flock management.

The cage body is manufactured from corrosion-resistant galvanized steel wire and supported by a stable structural frame. Sloped cage floors allow freshly laid eggs to roll gently toward the front collection area, while external feed troughs and nipple drinking lines provide convenient access to feed and clean drinking water.

Depending on farm scale and investment requirements, the system can operate with manual equipment or integrate automatic feeding, drinking, egg collection and manure removal. This flexibility makes A-type cages particularly suitable for small and medium commercial layer projects as well as farms upgrading from manual production to semi-automatic or automatic operation.

SHEWUYOU can configure the cage layout according to poultry-house dimensions, target bird capacity, local climate, ventilation method and required level of automation.

• A-Frame Step Structure: Staggered cage tiers create an open poultry housing arrangement with convenient access and good air circulation.
• Galvanized Steel Construction: Cage mesh and supporting components are protected against corrosion for long-term use in poultry-house environments.
• 3-5 Tier Configurations: Different tier arrangements can be selected according to house dimensions and target stocking capacity.
• Sloped Egg-Rolling Floor: Properly inclined bottom mesh guides eggs toward the front collection area for convenient handling.
• Efficient Ventilation: Open step-type construction supports airflow around different cage levels, particularly useful in open and semi-open poultry houses.
• Automatic Drinking: Nipple drinkers, water pipes, pressure regulation and filtration components can be integrated into the cage line.
• Flexible Feeding: Suitable for manual feeding or automatic feed distribution according to farm requirements.
• Egg Collection Options: Manual collection or automatic egg conveyor systems can be configured.
• Manure Management: Scraper or other manure removal configurations can be selected according to poultry-house design.
• Convenient Inspection: Front cage doors provide practical access for bird placement, inspection and routine management.
• Modular Installation: Standardized cage sections simplify transport, assembly, expansion and replacement of individual components.
• Project Customization: Cage dimensions, tiers, feeding, drinking and automation systems can be designed according to project requirements.

• Galvanized wire cage mesh
• A-type supporting frame
• Front cage doors
• Sloped bottom mesh
• Egg rolling and collection area
• Feed troughs
• PVC or galvanized drinking-water pipes
• Stainless steel nipple drinkers
• Pressure regulator and water supply accessories
• Supporting legs and cross braces
• Fasteners and connecting components
• Optional automatic feeding system
• Optional automatic egg collection system
• Optional manure removal system

The cage sections are installed on both sides of an A-shaped structural frame. Each higher tier is positioned inward relative to the tier below, creating the characteristic stepped or pyramid profile.

This arrangement maintains open space between cage levels and supports natural ventilation. Depending on the selected manure-management configuration, manure can fall toward the collection area below or be removed using an integrated mechanical system.

The cage floor is installed with a controlled forward slope. After laying, eggs roll gently outside the bird area toward an egg collection trough or conveyor belt, reducing unnecessary contact between birds and collected eggs.

Feed troughs are positioned along the cage fronts, while nipple drinking lines distribute water throughout the cage rows. Automatic subsystems can be added to create an integrated commercial layer production line.

Final cage dimensions, stocking density, tier quantity and automation configuration should be confirmed according to local poultry welfare regulations, house dimensions, bird breed, target capacity and farm management requirements.

• Commercial layer chicken farms
• Small and medium-scale egg production projects
• Open poultry houses
• Semi-open poultry houses
• Environmentally controlled poultry houses
• Steel structure layer houses
• New poultry farm construction projects
• Existing layer farm modernization
• Manual-to-automatic poultry farm upgrades
• Agricultural investment projects
• Poultry equipment distributor projects
• Turnkey commercial egg production facilities

SHEWUYOU can configure the A-type layer cage system according to poultry-house dimensions, bird capacity, climate conditions, farm management method and investment level.

• 3-tier, 4-tier or project-specific configuration
• Cage cell dimensions
• Bird capacity per cage section
• Galvanized wire specification
• Supporting frame configuration
• Feed trough material and dimensions
• Nipple drinking-line configuration
• Water pressure regulation system
• Manual or automatic feeding
• Manual or automatic egg collection
• Manure removal configuration
• Feed silo and conveying equipment
• House ventilation and cooling system
• Poultry-house lighting system
• Electrical control system
• Complete poultry-house equipment layout
• OEM / ODM supply

Installation should follow the approved poultry-house equipment layout. Cage rows must be accurately aligned so feeding, drinking, egg collection and manure removal equipment can operate correctly throughout the building.

• Confirm poultry-house dimensions and floor condition before installation.
• Mark cage-row centerlines and service aisles according to the approved layout.
• Install and level the A-type supporting frames.
• Connect cage mesh sections securely to the structural supports.
• Check bottom mesh slope and egg rolling performance.
• Install feed troughs at a consistent height along each row.
• Install nipple drinking pipes, regulators and water supply components.
• Flush drinking lines thoroughly before placing birds.
• Install automatic feeding, egg collection and manure equipment where specified.
• Check all motors, chains, belts and safety guards before operation.
• Inspect cage wire and fasteners regularly for damage or corrosion.
• Clean feed troughs and drinking systems according to the farm hygiene program.
• Remove manure regularly to control moisture and ammonia accumulation.
• Maintain drive components according to the equipment maintenance schedule.

Q1: What is an A-type layer cage?

It is a stepped cage system in which cage tiers are arranged around an A-shaped supporting frame, creating an open structure for commercial laying hens.

Q2: How many tiers are available?

Three- and four-tier systems are common, while other configurations can be considered according to poultry-house dimensions and project requirements.

Q3: Can the system use automatic feeding?

Yes. Automatic feed distribution can be integrated, or the cage system can be configured for manual feeding on smaller projects.

Q4: How are eggs collected?

The sloped cage floor allows eggs to roll toward the front collection area. Eggs can then be collected manually or transferred by an optional automatic conveyor system.

Q5: Is an automatic drinking system included?

A nipple drinking system with water pipes and pressure-control components can be integrated into each cage row.

Q6: Is A-type suitable for hot climates?

Its relatively open step-type arrangement supports airflow and can be suitable for warm climates when combined with a correctly designed poultry-house ventilation and cooling system.

Q7: Can existing poultry houses be equipped with A-type cages?

Yes. A project layout can be prepared after evaluating the usable house length, width, height, aisle requirements and target flock capacity.

Q8: What information is required for a cage layout?

Poultry-house length, width and height, target bird quantity, layer breed, climate conditions and required level of automation are normally required.

Q9: Can SHEWUYOU provide a complete layer farm equipment package?

Yes. Cage systems can be integrated with feeding, drinking, egg collection, manure removal, ventilation, cooling, lighting and environmental control equipment according to project requirements.