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 Colored coded feed line control
By Eric Braun
In Hogslat spotlight
Posted April 7, 2021

Colored coded feed line control

Infrared sensing uses light beams to detect feed buildup.Infrared sensing works by utilizing small transmitters to project invisible light beams to receivers located on the opposite side of the [...]

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 A new look at tunnel ventilation
By Eric Braun
In Hogslat spotlight
Posted March 16, 2021

A new look at tunnel ventilation

A recent development designed to improve tunnel ventilation involves substituting variable speed fans for single-speed summer fans. These large, variable-speed fans utilize a different type of [...]

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 How will Prop 12 affect sow housing?
By Eric Braun
In Hogslat spotlight
Posted March 2, 2021

How will Prop 12 affect sow housing?

Set to take effect on January 1, 2022, California’s Proposition 12 will prohibit the sale of pork not raised according to specific production guidelines.   This restriction includes pork [...]

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 Comparing OEM and catalog motors
By Eric Braun
In Hogslat spotlight
Posted March 2, 2021

Comparing OEM and catalog motors

Catalog or stock motors are the motors that every manufacturer produces in large volume to meet a wide range of applications.   In general, these are good products built to compete in a very [...]

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 New nursery, new generation grows family farm
By Eric Braun
In Hogslat spotlight
Posted December 15, 2020

New nursery, new generation grows family farm

Hoffman/Drake Farms began raising weaned pigs on the home farm in 2000 with the construction of two 2,000-head nurseries.  This year another nursery and another generation to the family operation [...]

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 Boar stud utilizes air-conditioned ventilation system in new facility
By Eric Braun
In Hogslat spotlight
Posted December 1, 2020

Boar stud utilizes air-conditioned ventilation system in new facility

“The ventilation in our latest buildings incorporates all the improvements we made along the way,” says Tyler Petersen from Eastern Iowa AI, a family business located near [...]

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 DIY: Feed motor replacement
By Emily Groubert
In Hogslat spotlight
Posted November 15, 2020

DIY: Feed motor replacement

DIY: Feed motor replacement Follow this step-by-step tutorial to replace the motors on existing feed systems. A video tutorial is also available on our YouTube channel by clicking here.   1. [...]

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 Tools of the trade
By Emily Groubert
In Hogslat spotlight
Posted November 1, 2020

Tools of the trade

Tools of the trade Raising hogs is hard work. Here’s a rundown of some items that can make the job easier.   1.Feeder cleaning rod Clear caked feed from trough openings with this [...]

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 DIY anchor bearing replacement
By Emily Groubert
In Hogslat spotlight
Posted October 16, 2020

DIY anchor bearing replacement

DIY anchor bearing replacement A squeaking or wobbling anchor bearing probably means it’s time for a replacement. Failing to replace a worn bearing could mean premature wear on other parts [...]

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 DIY feed bin hopper valve
By Emily Groubert
In Hogslat spotlight
Posted October 1, 2020

DIY feed bin hopper valve

DIY feed bin hopper valve Adding a feed valve to a bin provides access to its contents to fill buckets and carts without running an auger. This DIY guide illustrates the simple installation [...]

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