JUMBO-T Bell Drinker

The JUMBO-T Bell Drinker is a heavy-duty automatic round drinker developed for turkey production, particularly for growing and finishing birds with higher daily water demand. Its large circular drinking rim provides open-water access around the complete circumference, allowing many birds to drink simultaneously.

The suspended bell-shaped construction combines an automatic water valve with an independent ballast tank. Because the ballast load is carried by the suspension system rather than directly by the valve, the water level can be adjusted accurately while the drinker remains stable during contact with large birds.

A narrow water jet flows along the bell surface toward the drinking rim. This design helps keep the bell cleaner and reduces splash over the edge, supporting drier litter and better environmental conditions in commercial turkey houses.

The drinker can be integrated into regulated poultry water-supply systems in conventional livestock buildings and modern steel structure poultry houses. Water connections, suspension hardware and drinker spacing can be configured according to project requirements.

• Designed for Heavy Turkeys: Suitable for commercial turkey growing and finishing applications.
• 360-Degree Open Water Access: Wide circular drinking rim allows multiple birds to drink at the same time.
• Automatic Water Supply: Mechanical valve maintains the selected water level without repeated manual filling.
• Independent Ballast System: Ballast is supported by the suspension assembly, reducing unnecessary load on the water valve.
• Precise Water-Level Adjustment: Stable mechanical structure supports accurate control of the drinking depth.
• Reduced Splash and Water Loss: The narrow water stream follows the bell surface instead of splashing directly into the trough.
• Dry-Litter Support: Controlled water delivery helps reduce excessive moisture around the drinking area.
• Height-Adjustable Suspension: Drinking height can be changed according to bird age and body size.
• Durable Poultry-House Construction: Molded components are designed for demanding commercial farm conditions.
• No Electricity Required: Standard drinking operation is controlled mechanically by water pressure and valve action.

• Large bell-shaped drinker body
• Wide circular drinking rim
• Automatic mechanical valve assembly
• Valve housing
• Valve insert and stem
• Adjustment spring
• Ballast tank
• Ballast tank base and cover
• Suspension cord
• Suspension fittings
• Hose guide
• Flexible water hose
• Water socket
• Shut-off saddle
• Optional pressure-reduction equipment

The JUMBO-T is connected to a regulated poultry water supply through a flexible hose. Water enters the upper valve assembly and is directed downward along the outer surface of the bell into the circular drinking rim.

As turkeys consume water, the mechanical control system allows additional water to enter the drinker. When the preset water depth is restored, the valve reduces or stops the incoming flow.

The ballast tank stabilizes the suspended drinker during contact with large birds. Because the ballast is incorporated into the suspension structure rather than loading the valve directly, the drinking level remains easier to control accurately.

The drinker is normally suspended at a height appropriate for the birds. As the flock grows, the suspension height can be adjusted so birds have convenient access without excessive splashing or litter contamination.

• Commercial turkey growing houses
• Turkey finishing houses
• Heavy tom finishing facilities
• Turkey breeder farms where appropriate
• Floor-reared turkey production
• Environmentally controlled poultry houses
• Steel structure poultry buildings
• New turkey farm construction projects
• Existing poultry drinking-system upgrades

The JUMBO-T configuration is particularly suitable for turkey houses where large birds require robust equipment, generous open-water access and a stable drinking unit capable of withstanding frequent contact.

For complete poultry projects, bell drinkers can be coordinated with automatic turkey feeding lines, water filtration, pressure regulators, medicators, ventilation, heating and environmental-control equipment.

• Water inlet hose length
• Water connection fittings
• Shut-off saddle configuration
• Pressure regulator
• Suspension cord length
• Suspension hardware
• Central lifting arrangement
• Drinker spacing
• Number of drinkers per poultry house
• Water distribution pipeline layout
• Installation accessories
• OEM configuration available upon request

The complete system layout can be designed according to turkey weight, flock density, house dimensions, climate, water pressure and project requirements.

Water Pressure: Connect the drinker to a regulated supply within the operating range specified for the selected configuration. A pressure reducer should be installed where incoming pressure is excessive.

Suspension: Hang the drinker securely and vertically from the poultry-house support structure. The suspension assembly must be capable of supporting both the drinker and filled ballast tank.

Ballast: Fill and secure the ballast tank according to installation requirements to provide sufficient stability during contact with heavy turkeys.

Water-Level Adjustment: Set the valve mechanism so the water depth remains suitable for the flock. The comparable JUMBO-T reference recommends approximately 10–20 mm.

Drinker Height: Adjust the suspension height according to bird age and body size to support convenient water access while minimizing spillage.

Daily Inspection: Check the drinking rim, valve, hose and suspension components for leakage, contamination or abnormal movement.

Routine Cleaning: Remove feed particles, litter and organic material from the open drinking rim regularly.

Valve Maintenance: Inspect the valve insert, stem, spring and adjustment mechanism periodically for wear, deposits or restricted movement.

Between Flocks: Thoroughly clean and disinfect the bell body, ballast tank, valve assembly and water-supply components before the next flock.

In commercial turkey finishing houses, JUMBO-T style bell drinkers can be arranged along the production area to provide high-capacity open-water access for large birds.

For heavy tom production, drinker quantity should be calculated according to bird weight, climate and applicable welfare requirements. Bird numbers per drinker may need to be reduced in hot climates or for exceptionally heavy birds.

In new steel structure turkey houses, drinking-point locations, suspension supports and water-distribution pipelines can be coordinated with feed lines, ventilation equipment and service-room water controls during project planning.

Q1: What type of poultry is the JUMBO-T designed for?
The reference JUMBO-T design is intended primarily for heavy turkeys from approximately 2 to 25 kg live weight.

Q2: How many turkeys can use one JUMBO-T bell drinker?
The reference recommendation is approximately 80–120 turkeys per drinker. The final number should be reduced for heavier birds, hot climates or where local regulations require more drinking space.

Q3: What is the reference diameter?
The comparable JUMBO-T reference model has a diameter of approximately 480 mm.

Q4: What working pressure is required?
The reference operating range is approximately 0.2–0.5 bar.

Q5: What water level should be maintained?
The reference optimum water depth in the rim is approximately 10–20 mm.

Q6: Why does the drinker use a ballast tank?
The ballast improves stability when large turkeys contact the drinker and helps keep mechanical loading away from the valve mechanism.

Q7: Does the bell drinker require electricity?
No. Standard water-level control operates mechanically.

Q8: Why is the water directed along the bell surface?
The narrow water stream helps keep the bell surface cleaner while reducing splash over the rim and unnecessary water loss.

Q9: Can the drinker height be adjusted?
Yes. The suspended arrangement allows drinking height to be adapted according to flock age and bird size.

Q10: Can a complete turkey drinking layout be customized?
Yes. Drinker quantity, spacing, water pipes, pressure regulation, suspension hardware and installation accessories can be configured according to project requirements.