The unit is shown in setup position and ready for use. The shade area is 800 square feet consisting of two 20 x 20 mesh shade panels attached to heavy duty steel umbrella frames. Some livestock industry research indicates 15 square feet of shade required per animal which translates to over 50 animals. The mesh is a heavy duty polypropylene agricultural mesh which offers 70% shade. Customers can choose to purchase the complete umbrella and frame system and use their own running gear which will save money.
We offer the complete unit with 2 umbrellas and a 4 wheel running gear or customers can purchase only the umbrellas and provide their own running gear.
The structure is equipped with a wind release mechanism that is designed to trip in high wind situations which loosens the shade cloth fabric to prevent or minimize damage to the steel frame.
A key benefit of livestock being attracted to the mobile shade unit is that the units move which results in more evenly distributed animal waste which optimizes its value as fertilizer when the placement is most uniform. Finally when animals are constantly moving under the shade there are benefits to the soil as compaction and erosion are reduced.
This is an example of precision agriculture which uses technology to manage the animal environment for better animal health and land stewardship.
Shade frame shown folded up in transport position.
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