Cradle-Style Adjustable Cattle Alley

• Cradle-shaped side profile supports controlled cattle movement.
• Adjustable working width accommodates different cattle sizes.
• Reference adjustment range from approximately 20.7 in to 31.5 in.
• Both alley sides can be adjusted from one operating side.
• Spring-loaded cam-slam locking system provides quick width adjustment.
• Safety latches help prevent unintended side-panel movement.
• Solid lower sheeting helps eliminate common foot-trap areas.
• Caulked sheet-metal construction helps reduce panel vibration and noise.
• Nylon bushings at latch points further reduce metal-on-metal impact.
• Removable side panels allow cattle sightlines to be managed.
• Modular 8 ft and 10 ft reference sections support flexible system layouts.
• Compatible with gates, curved kicker sections, anti-backing devices and weighing platforms.

• Main Steel Frame: Rigid structural frame supports repeated livestock handling loads.
• Cradle Side Panels: Angled adjustable sides follow the body profile of cattle and reduce turning space.
• Lower Solid Sheeting: Controls animal vision and reduces openings around the lower leg area.
• Spring-Loaded Cam-Slam Latches: Lock the adjustable sides at the selected working width.
• Adjustment Cables: Allow both sides to be repositioned from one side of the alley.
• Safety Latches: Provide secondary protection against accidental panel drop.
• Removable Panels: Allow the effective visual-barrier height to be adjusted.
• Lowered Entry and Exit Rails: Provide smoother transitions between connected handling sections.
• Connection Hardware: Allows modular alley sections to connect with compatible cattle-handling equipment.

• Commercial beef cattle farms and ranches.
• Dairy cattle handling facilities.
• Feedlot processing and treatment areas.
• Calf, yearling and mature cattle handling systems.
• Lead-up races for squeeze chutes and cattle crushes.
• Livestock weighing and EID processing areas.
• Vaccination and herd-health handling systems.
• Cattle drafting and sorting facilities.
• Breeding and reproductive-management centers.
• Permanent or modular cattle-yard projects.

• Alley Length: Modular section combinations according to project requirements.
• Working Width: Configurable according to cattle size and handling requirements.
• Sheeting Height: Removable or additional panels available upon request.
• Curved Layout: Angled transition sections can be incorporated for curved cattle flow.
• Rolling Gates: Available for controlling movement between alley sections.
• Anti-Backing System: Available to reduce reverse movement near the cattle crush.
• Weighing Platform: Compatible platform and load-bar arrangements available.
• Complete Handling System: Can be integrated with crowding tubs, cattle crushes, drafting gates and holding pens.

• Install the alley on a level and stable cattle-handling surface.
• Align the alley with the crowding area, cattle crush and exit lane to promote straight, uninterrupted animal flow.
• Connect modular sections securely using suitable connection hardware.
• Set the working width before cattle enter the alley.
• Confirm all spring-loaded locks and safety latches are fully engaged after adjustment.
• Keep cables, latch pins and moving adjustment components free from manure and debris.
• Inspect side panels, fasteners, welds and frame members regularly.
• Check removable panels and gate accessories before each major handling session.
• Replace damaged latches or structural components before returning the alley to service.
• Configure the system so operators have safe access and emergency-release space where required.

Q: Why use a cradle-shaped cattle alley?
A: The inward-sloping sides follow the body profile of cattle, providing lateral support while reducing the space available for animals to turn around.

Q: What is the reference adjustable width?
A: The referenced Elite configuration adjusts from approximately 20.7 in to 31.5 in.

Q: Can both sides be adjusted from one side?
A: Yes. The cable-operated spring-loaded system allows both adjustable sides to be repositioned from one operator side.

Q: Can the alley handle calves and mature cattle?
A: Yes. The adjustable width allows the alley to be configured for a broad range of cattle sizes.

Q: How does the design help reduce noise?
A: The reference system uses caulked sheet metal, nylon bushings and tightly connected sections to reduce rattling and metal impact.

Q: Can cattle visibility be controlled?
A: Yes. Removable side panels can be used to alter the amount of visual exposure and support low-stress handling techniques.

Q: Can weighing equipment be added?
A: Yes. Compatible scale mounting plates, load bars and a livestock weigh platform can be incorporated into suitable alley configurations.

Q: Can the alley be integrated into a complete cattle handling system?
A: Yes. Straight and curved alley sections, rolling gates, anti-backing equipment, cattle crushes, tubs and drafting components can be arranged according to project requirements.