Wean-to-Finish Automatic Pig Feeder

• Wean-to-Finish Operation: One feeder can serve pigs from the post-weaning stage through market weight.
• Automatic Mode Transition: Changes from gravity-flow starting to mechanical feed delivery as pigs begin operating the feed wheel.
• Fresh Feed on Demand: Mechanical feeding releases feed according to animal activity rather than continuous gravity flow.
• Reduced Feed Waste: Feed delivery stops when pigs stop operating the wheel.
• 360-Degree Access: Round trough geometry distributes pigs around the feeder and provides generous standing space.
• Self-Cleaning Trough: The rotating feed wheel helps move feed and reduces accumulation in trough corners.
• No Electrical Drive Required: Feed metering is mechanically activated by the pigs.
• Durable Construction: Reinforced composite hopper and trough components resist abrasion and corrosion.
• Flexible Installation: Suitable for central-pen or fence-line layouts with compatible anchoring accessories.

• Feed Hopper: Stores dry feed above the dispensing mechanism.
• Gravity-Flow Slides: Remain open during the initial post-weaning feeding stage.
• Feed Cone: Directs stored feed toward the central dispensing area.
• Feed Sweep: Moves feed past the cone when the wheel is activated.
• Multi-Spoke Feed Wheel: Allows pigs to mechanically activate and distribute feed.
• Round Trough: Provides continuous 360-degree access around the feeder.
• Cage Dividers: Separate feeding positions and reinforce the lower assembly.
• Hopper Lid: Helps protect stored feed from contamination and moisture.
• Anchor Brackets: Secure the feeder to compatible concrete or livestock flooring.

• Wean-to-finish pig production
• Post-weaning pig houses
• Nursery-to-finisher barns
• Grower and finishing pig pens
• Central-pen feeding stations
• Fence-line shared feeding layouts
• Commercial integrated pig farms
• New steel-structure pig houses
• Existing pig barn renovation projects

• Feed hopper capacity
• Overall feeder dimensions
• Trough diameter
• Feeding-space arrangement
• Galvanized or stainless steel metal components
• Hopper lid configuration
• Floor anchor brackets
• Fence-line adapter
• Central-pen installation
• Automatic feed-fill connection according to project requirements

• Select a level position with adequate 360-degree pig access for central-pen installation.
• Use a compatible fence-line adapter when one feeder serves adjacent pens.
• Secure the feeder using approved anchor brackets.
• Install and check the hopper, cone, feed sweep, wheel and divider assembly.
• Fill the trough with a small quantity of feed when introducing newly weaned pigs.
• Verify that the gravity-flow slides and feed wheel move freely before commissioning.

• Inspect the feed wheel regularly for unrestricted rotation.
• Keep the feed sweep and gravity slides free from compacted feed.
• Clean and disinfect the hopper and trough between production groups.
• Inspect cage dividers, anchor brackets and fasteners periodically.
• Check the hopper lid and feed storage area for moisture intrusion.
• Replace worn mechanical components when required.

Q: Can one feeder be used from weaning to market weight?
A: Yes. The gravity-to-mechanical feeding principle is specifically designed to support newly weaned pigs and continue feeding them through the finishing stage.

Q: Why does the feeder start in gravity-flow mode?
A: Newly weaned pigs may not initially have enough strength or experience to operate the feed wheel, so gravity flow provides immediate access to feed.

Q: How does the feeder change to mechanical feeding?
A: As pigs begin turning the feed wheel, the hopper slides close and the wheel-driven feed sweep takes over feed delivery automatically.

Q: Does the transition require manual adjustment?
A: In the reference design, the pigs themselves activate the transition from gravity to mechanical feeding.

Q: How does mechanical flow reduce feed waste?
A: Feed is dispensed when pigs operate the wheel and stops when animal interaction stops, helping prevent continuous trough overfilling.

Q: Can the feeder be installed in a fence line?
A: Yes. Compatible fence-line adapters can allow one round feeder to serve pigs from adjacent pens.

Q: Does the feeder require electricity?
A: The mechanical feed-dispensing system is animal activated and does not require an electric drive.

Q: What information is required for quotation?
A: Recommended information includes starting pig weight, finishing weight, pigs per pen, number of pens, feed type, flooring system, installation layout and required feeder capacity.