| Product Name | Sow Feeding Ruler |
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| Product Overview | The Sow Feeding Ruler is a simple and efficient tool for measuring sow backfat thickness. Made from 304 austenitic stainless steel, it provides a durable solution for routine sow body condition assessment and feeding management. Regular body condition measurement can help farms adjust feeding strategies according to individual sow needs. |
| Product Gallery | Product views can show the stainless steel measuring body, graduated scale, measuring arms, and overall compact design. |
| Key Features |
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| Product Video | Demonstration of positioning the ruler on the sow, measuring backfat thickness, reading the scale, and using the result for feeding management. |
| Working Principle | The measuring arms are positioned at the appropriate point on the sow's back, commonly around the last rib area. The tool is brought into contact with the animal and the scale is read to assess body condition and support feeding decisions. Accurate and consistent positioning is important for meaningful measurements. |
| Technical Specifications |
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| Applications | Sow feeding management, body condition assessment, breeding farms, commercial pig farms, gestating sow management, farrowing preparation, herd monitoring, and individual feeding adjustment. |
| Installation&Maintenance | No installation is required. Clean the measuring surface after use and keep the tool dry. Check the measuring arms and scale regularly to ensure smooth movement and clear readings. Store in a clean location when not in use. |
| Project Cases | Suitable for commercial sow farms, breeding facilities, farrowing units, genetic improvement programs, veterinary teams, and pig farms using individual sow feeding and body condition management. |
| Product FAQ | Q: What is the Sow Feeding Ruler used for? A: It is used to quickly measure sow backfat thickness and support feeding management. Q: What material is it made from? A: The product is made from 304 austenitic stainless steel. Q: Why measure sow backfat? A: Backfat measurement helps assess body condition and can support more appropriate individual feeding decisions. Q: Where should the ruler be positioned? A: It is commonly positioned around the last rib area. Consistent positioning helps improve measurement reliability. Q: Does the tool require installation? A: No. It is a handheld manual measuring tool and can be used directly. |

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