Automatic Weighing & Drafting Cattle Crush

• Integrated automatic weighing and cattle drafting workflow.
• Reference processing capacity of more than 200 cattle per hour under suitable operating conditions.
• EID reader identifies individual animals automatically.
• Electronic load bars record individual live weight during the handling cycle.
• Automatic drafting according to preset management criteria.
• Out-of-crush, 3-way and 5-way drafting configurations available.
• Powered entry gate improves cattle flow into the working compartment.
• Parallel squeeze provides controlled lateral restraint for different animal sizes.
• Heavy-duty headbail provides secure front restraint.
• Wireless remote control allows the operator to manage the system from a safer working position.
• Manual override allows the operator to take direct control when required.
• Hot-dip galvanized structure provides corrosion resistance in livestock environments.

• Heavy-Duty Main Frame: Galvanized steel structure designed for repeated commercial cattle handling.
• Powered Entry Gate: Controls animal entry and helps stagger cattle flow into the crush.
• Headbail: Restrains the animal's head and neck during veterinary or management procedures.
• Parallel Squeeze: Adjusts the internal body width for cattle of different sizes.
• Electronic Load Bars: Measure individual live weight within the handling system.
• EID Reader: Reads compatible electronic livestock identification tags.
• Control Console: Integrates weighing, crush operation and drafting controls.
• Side Access Gates: Provide veterinary and treatment access to the animal.
• Vet Access Section: Provides rear access for breeding, examination and reproductive procedures.
• Automatic Draft Gates: Direct animals to selected exit lanes after processing.
• Anti-Skid Floor: Provides stable footing and helps reduce livestock slipping.

• Commercial beef cattle farms and feedlots.
• Large dairy cattle operations.
• Livestock breeding and genetic-selection programs.
• Automatic live-weight monitoring.
• Cattle grouping according to target weight.
• Replacement-heifer and youngstock management.
• Feed-efficiency and performance-monitoring programs.
• Veterinary examination and treatment.
• Vaccination and medication procedures.
• Artificial insemination and pregnancy management.
• Livestock markets and cattle handling centers.
• Integrated cattle-yard and agricultural engineering projects.

• Power System: Pneumatic or hydraulic according to project requirements.
• Drafting Layout: Out-of-crush, 3-way and 5-way configurations available.
• EID System: Compatible identification configuration available upon request.
• Weighing System: Scale indicator and load-bar configuration according to farm requirements.
• Headbail: Mechanical, powered or automatic-catch configurations available.
• Vet Access: Manual or powered access arrangements according to selected model.
• Head Restraint: Head scoop and neck-restraint accessories available upon request.
• Control System: Remote, manual and automated operating modes available.
• Complete Yard Integration: Race gates, forcing pens, drafting lanes and holding yards can be designed according to project requirements.

• Install the system on a level reinforced base suitable for the equipment and livestock loads.
• Align the entrance race carefully with the powered entry gate to support consistent cattle flow.
• Provide adequate clearance around veterinary access doors, side gates and drafting exits.
• Install load bars according to the weighing-system manufacturer's requirements.
• Calibrate the weighing system before routine livestock processing.
• Test EID reading and drafting rules before operating large groups of cattle.
• Inspect pneumatic or hydraulic hoses, cylinders and connections regularly.
• Keep sensors, EID antennas and weighing components free from excessive mud and manure.
• Inspect squeeze mechanisms, headbail components and gate latches for wear.
• Test emergency stop, manual override and safety sensors according to the maintenance schedule.
• Provide operator training before the automated system enters commercial service.

Q: How does automatic cattle drafting work?
A: The system identifies and weighs each animal, compares the data with preset criteria and automatically opens the appropriate exit gate.

Q: Can cattle be drafted according to weight?
A: Yes. Automatic live weight is one of the primary criteria that can be used to separate cattle into different management groups.

Q: Does the system support electronic animal identification?
A: Yes. Compatible EID equipment can automatically identify individual cattle during the weighing cycle.

Q: How many directions can cattle be drafted?
A: Out-of-crush, 3-way and 5-way drafting configurations are available depending on the required yard layout.

Q: What is the reference processing capacity?
A: The referenced automated system is designed to weigh and draft more than 200 cattle per hour under suitable cattle-flow and operating conditions.

Q: Are pneumatic and hydraulic versions available?
A: Yes. Both power systems are available, allowing the configuration to be selected according to throughput, noise, response and project requirements.

Q: Can the operator override the automatic drafting decision?
A: Yes. Suitable control configurations provide manual and remote operating modes for direct operator control when required.

Q: Can the system be integrated into an existing cattle yard?
A: Yes. The crush and drafting modules can be incorporated into many existing facilities after the race width, available space, exit lanes, utilities and cattle-flow layout have been evaluated.