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December 26, 2017 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

A Quality Mineral Feeder Helps Ensure Your Livestock Get Necessary Mineral Content

Cattle, sheep, goats, and many other livestock animals have different nutrient requirements depending on the local forage, available diet, and the season. In many of these cases, mineral augmentation is especially important in helping your herd maintain good health throughout the year.

In some cases, mineral augmentation is necessary for a successful transition from grazing pasture, to seasonal sheltering. This can sometimes be a critical component for cows before they are released to spring pastures.

Here at D-S Livestock Equipment, we have spent decades providing quality equipment to a wide range of livestock operations. So we understand the need for a mineral feeder with sufficient capacity while also accounting for potential weather factors.

Our MF1 and MF2 mineral feeders are a one-piece molded polyurethane feeder which includes a round 36-inch steel base. The unit can turn with the wind to help minimize exposure to rain, sleet, snow, and other wind-driven forms of precipitation.

Our MF1 holds approximately 50 pounds of mineral supplement. The MF2 holds approximately 20 pounds of mineral. The feeder edge on MF1 is 15-inches while MF2 is 13 inches from the ground.

If you need a high-quality mineral feeder for your livestock operation you should call 800-949-9997 to speak to one of the representatives at D-S Livestock Handling Equipment.
November 25, 2017 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Durable Headgates Are Important for Efficient Cattle Operations

Headgates play an important role in many cattle operations for sorting, preparing for slaughter, breeding, and some veterinary procedures. Thus, a durable, reliable, and easy to use headgate can play a major factor in your cattle operation’s long-term success.

Here at D-S Livestock Equipment, we are proud to offer three different styles of Matador cattle headgate. Each has been created from strong materials meant to stand the tests of time and rigors associated with managing large animals.

Our Traditional Self Catch Headgate is well known throughout the cattle industry. It can be operated from either side. The opening adjusts from 5 to 12-inches and opens as far as 28-inches for ease of release.

The V Style Manual Headgate is reversible and can also be operated from either side. It adjusts at the bottom from 5 to 12-inches and the top can open to 30-inches. The unit is designed to bolt easily in place with metal panels or wooden posts.

Our Spinlock Self Catch Headgate is our most technologically advanced unit. It can also be operated manually or it is controlled from the rear of the chute by a pulley and cable system. As the animal passes through the opening in the headgate, the spinlock system then goes from lockup set positions to close and locked in a fraction of a second. This can be especially helpful if you are dealing with a wild, unbroken, or stressed animal.

If you need a high-quality headgate for your cattle operation you should call 800-949-9997 to speak to a representative at D-S Livestock Handling Equipment.
August 30, 2017 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

A Galvanized Calf Table Won’t Rust

A high-quality calf table can play an essential role in preparing young cattle for different transitions as they take membership in the herd. They also play an important role in controlling the animal for various veterinary care requirements.

Here at D-S Livestock Equipment, we understand that a quality calf table is a significant investment for any size cattle operation. A long life span helps maximize its value of the course of seasons and many long years.

To that end, our RM 6000 Matador Calf Table is galvanized to prevent rust. The professional galvanization treatment we apply uses electrolysis to apply a coating of zinc to all exterior surfaces. This prevents water from direct contact with the underlying steel.

It has a solid floor and sides to allow calves to enter easily with fewer distractions from the V-type manual head gate. It has the capacity to manage calves in the 300 to 350-pound range. The sides of the chute squeeze evenly from both sides to center the calf with the V-gate. This helps keep their weight balanced to make it easier to roll them over.

The RM 6000 also includes an adjustable head table to keep their head from flopping around when rolled onto the side. The rear of the unit also has a 12-inch strip of carpet-like material to keep the animal from sliding around. All these components work together to hold the calf in a stable position.

If you have a cattle operation and you need a high-quality calf table, you should call 800-949-9997 to speak to a representative at D-S Livestock Equipment.

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