HDPE Cattle Silage Feed Trough with Safety Bars

• High-Density Polyethylene Trough: HDPE construction provides excellent resistance to acidic silage and other aggressive livestock feeds.
• Silage-Resistant Design: Plastic feed-contact surfaces avoid the corrosion issues commonly associated with prolonged exposure to acidic fermented feed.
• Smooth Rounded Interior: No sharp feed-contact edges or difficult internal corners, helping improve animal safety and simplify cleaning.
• Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel Frame: Supporting components provide high structural strength and reliable corrosion protection in cattle-house environments.
• Height-Adjustable Legs: Adjustable supports allow feeding height and trough leveling to be adapted to cattle size and floor conditions.
• Safety Bars: Regularly spaced cross bars help prevent cattle from stepping or falling into the trough.
• Drainage System: Drain plugs allow complete emptying and easier washing, while overflow openings help manage excess liquid.
• Modular Length Options: End sections and extensions allow the trough to be configured in multiple lengths for different herd sizes.
• Easy Farm Installation: Free-standing structure simplifies positioning in cattle barns, feed yards and outdoor feeding areas.
• Customizable: Length, support height, frame configuration and accessories can be adapted according to project requirements.

• HDPE Trough Sections: High-density polyethylene end and extension sections form the complete feed channel.
• Galvanized Base Frame: Structural steel frame supports the plastic trough and transfers feed loads to the floor.
• Adjustable Support Legs: Square-tube galvanized legs provide height adjustment and leveling capability.
• Safety Bars: Galvanized cross bars provide additional animal protection across the open trough.
• Drain Plugs: Two drain points allow complete emptying during cleaning.
• Overflow Openings: Two overflow points help prevent excessive liquid accumulation.
• Connection Hardware: Bolted structural connections allow individual trough sections and frame components to be assembled into the required length.

• Commercial dairy farms
• Beef cattle farms
• Suckler cow operations
• Bull and finishing cattle pens
• Growing and replacement cattle
• Silage feeding areas
• TMR feeding applications
• Cattle barns and feed yards
• Outdoor supplementary feeding
• New cattle farm construction and feeding-system renovation projects

• 3 m, 4 m, 5 m and 6 m reference lengths
• Custom trough dimensions available upon request
• Different numbers of safety bars according to trough length
• Adjustable feeding height
• Hot-dip galvanized supporting frame
• Alternative frame and anchoring configurations
• Drainage and overflow arrangement according to project requirements
• Colour and branding options available upon request
• OEM production for cattle farm projects and livestock equipment distributors

• Position the trough on a firm and reasonably level concrete floor or prepared outdoor feeding surface.
• Adjust all support legs so the trough remains level along its complete length.
• Set the feeding height according to cattle age, body size and farm management requirements.
• Confirm that all safety bars, frame connections and support legs are securely fastened before cattle access.
• Use the drain plugs to remove residual liquids and cleaning water completely.
• Remove spoiled or compacted silage regularly to maintain feed hygiene.
• Wash the smooth HDPE surfaces periodically using suitable livestock-farm cleaning procedures.
• Inspect the HDPE body for impact damage and check galvanized frame components for mechanical deformation.
• Keep drain and overflow openings free from silage, straw and other material.
• Re-tighten structural fasteners after initial installation and during routine maintenance.

Q: Why is HDPE suitable for silage feeding?
A: High-density polyethylene is highly resistant to the acidic conditions created by fermented silage, making it suitable for long-term feed-contact applications where corrosion can be a concern.

Q: What is the capacity of the 4-meter reference trough?
A: The reference 4.00 m configuration provides an approximate capacity of 844 liters.

Q: Which cattle groups can use this trough?
A: The trough can be configured for dairy cows, beef cattle, suckler cows, bulls, growing cattle and suitable calf groups.

Q: What are the safety bars used for?
A: The cross bars help prevent cattle from stepping or falling into the feed trough while maintaining open access to the ration.

Q: Can the feeding height be adjusted?
A: Yes. The galvanized support legs are height adjustable, allowing the feeder to be adapted to cattle size and site conditions.

Q: Is the trough easy to clean?
A: Yes. The smooth HDPE surface has rounded internal geometry, and drain plugs allow the trough to be emptied and washed thoroughly.

Q: Can it be used for TMR as well as silage?
A: Yes. The trough is suitable for silage, compatible TMR rations, concentrates and other cattle feeds according to farm feeding practice.

Q: Are different lengths available?
A: Yes. Reference configurations include 3.00 m, 4.00 m, 5.00 m and 6.00 m lengths, with customized solutions available upon request.

Q: What information is required for quotation?
A: Please provide cattle type, herd size, feed type, required trough length, feeding height, installation environment and any preferred frame or customization requirements.