Automatic Layer Feeder Pan

The Automatic Layer Feeder Pan is designed for floor-raised and cage-free laying hens where uniform feed access, low feed waste and reliable automatic distribution are essential. The pan can be integrated into a circulating or auger-based poultry feeding line to deliver fresh feed consistently throughout the layer house.

A multi-position grill provides organized feeding spaces around the pan perimeter, helping reduce crowding and competition. Feed-retaining edges, anti-rake features and controlled feed depth help minimize feed loss while allowing hens to eat comfortably.

The system is suitable for commercial layer farms, cage-free egg production houses, aviary floor areas and steel structure poultry buildings. Pan spacing, grill configuration, feed level, line length and suspension arrangement can be customized according to flock size and project requirements.

• Uniform Feed Distribution: Automatic circulation or auger feeding helps deliver a consistent ration throughout the layer house.
• Multiple Eating Positions: Multi-spoke grill design organizes bird access around the full pan perimeter.
• Reduced Feed Waste: Feed-saving lip, grill geometry and anti-rake features help keep feed inside the pan.
• Controlled Feed Depth: Adjustable feed level supports different feeding programs and layer-management strategies.
• Comfortable Bird Access: Scalloped or open grill profiles allow hens to approach and eat naturally.
• Durable Polymer Construction: Heavy-duty polypropylene configurations resist corrosion and everyday poultry-house wear.
• Easy Installation: Compatible pan assemblies simplify connection to automatic feed pipes and suspension systems.
• Easy Cleaning: Removable or hinged pan components improve access during flock changeover and sanitation.
• Flexible Farm Integration: Suitable for floor systems, cage-free houses and selected aviary feeding layouts.
• Automatic Control: Feed sensors and control pans can manage feed-line operation according to demand or feeding schedule.

• Layer feeder bottom pan
• Multi-spoke feeder grill
• Central feed cone
• Feed-level adjustment mechanism
• Feed-saving rim
• Anti-rake fins
• Feed pipe adapter
• Galvanized feed pipe
• Spiral auger or circulating feed system
• Pan locking assembly
• Suspension wire and hangers
• Feed line hopper
• Drive motor
• Feed level sensor / control pan
• Optional anti-roost components

Feed enters the feeding line from a hopper or centralized feed delivery system. An auger or circulating feed mechanism transports the ration through the line and distributes it into feeder pans positioned at regular intervals.

The central cone guides feed into the pan while the grill separates the feeding perimeter into individual access positions. Proper feed-level adjustment ensures that hens can reach the ration without excessive feed depth.

In circulating pan feeding systems, feed moves through the house rapidly so birds receive a more uniform ration when the system starts. This helps reduce selective feeding and supports consistent flock nutrition.

A sensor or control pan can automatically start and stop the feed-line drive according to the selected feeding schedule or feed demand.

• Commercial layer houses
• Cage-free egg production farms
• Floor-raised laying hen facilities
• Free-range layer houses
• Pullet rearing facilities
• Alternative housing systems
• Aviary floor feeding areas
• Steel structure poultry buildings
• New egg-production projects
• Poultry feeding-system renovation projects

The Automatic Layer Feeder Pan is particularly suitable for poultry houses where feed must be delivered evenly to a large number of hens while limiting selective feeding and feed wastage.

For complete egg-production projects, the pan feeding system can be coordinated with feed silos, automatic feed conveyors, nipple drinking systems, nest boxes, egg collection equipment, manure removal, ventilation and environmental controls.

• Pan diameter
• Number of grill spokes
• Eating-position configuration
• Feed-level adjustment range
• Feed-saving lip design
• Anti-rake fin structure
• Central feed cone
• Feed pipe connection
• Pan spacing
• Feeding line length
• Hopper capacity
• Auger specification
• Drive motor power and voltage
• Manual or motorized lifting system
• Feed sensor and automatic control
• OEM configuration available upon request

The complete feeding system can be configured according to laying-hen strain, flock size, house dimensions, feed formulation and project requirements.

Feeding Line Layout: Determine the number and spacing of feeder pans according to poultry house dimensions, bird numbers and available feeding space.

Suspension Installation: Install ceiling suspension points, cables and hangers so the feeding line remains level and stable.

Feed Pipe Assembly: Connect the galvanized feed pipe sections and install the auger or circulating feed components according to system design.

Pan Installation: Secure each feeder pan to the feed pipe and confirm that all grill and feed-level components move correctly.

Feed Level Setting: Adjust the pan to provide sufficient feed while avoiding excessive depth that can encourage sorting and waste.

Feeding Program: Layer birds may benefit from several controlled feeding cycles instead of continuously maintaining excessive feed depth.

Routine Cleaning: Remove feed dust and residues regularly and clean pan components thoroughly between flocks.

Regular Inspection: Check pans, feed pipes, augers, sensors, motors, suspension cables and control components for wear or damage.

Automatic layer feeder pans are suitable for cage-free and floor-raised egg-production houses where uniform ration distribution and controlled feed depth are important for flock performance.

In large commercial layer houses, multiple parallel feeding lines can provide sufficient feeding access while reducing manual labor and helping maintain consistent feed availability across the building.

For new steel structure poultry projects, feeder-line position, pan spacing, suspension points, silo capacity and automatic control can be planned together with drinking, nesting, ventilation and egg-handling systems.

Q1: What is an automatic layer feeder pan?
It is a poultry feed pan integrated with an automatic feed-conveying line to distribute feed to laying hens in floor or cage-free housing.

Q2: How many feeding positions are available?
Comparable Chore-Time floor layer pans use 12 individual eating positions, while other professional layer pans are available with different grill configurations.

Q3: How does the feeder reduce feed waste?
Feed-saving lips, anti-rake components, controlled feed depth and suitable grill geometry help keep feed inside the pan.

Q4: Can the feeder be used for cage-free layers?
Yes. Automatic pan feeders are suitable for cage-free and floor-raised layer facilities when correctly configured.

Q5: Can the feed level be adjusted?
Yes. The feed depth can be adjusted according to bird age, feed type and flock management requirements.

Q6: Can mash feed be used?
Yes. Suitable pan systems can handle common poultry feeds, but feed depth and feeding frequency should be managed carefully to reduce sorting and waste.

Q7: Can the feeding line be lifted?
Yes. Suspended systems can use manual or motorized winches for height adjustment and easier house cleaning.

Q8: Is automatic start and stop available?
Yes. Feed sensors, timers or poultry-house controllers can control system operation automatically.

Q9: Can this system be integrated with an external feed silo?
Yes. The feeder line can be supplied as part of a complete system with feed silos, auger conveyors and automatic feed management.

Q10: Can the layer feeder pan be customized?
Yes. Pan size, grill configuration, feed level, line spacing, conveying system and control components can be supplied according to project requirements.