Weighing - Agrovete

Weighing and
Electronic Identification
Making it work for me
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Index:
WEIGHING
What do I need to weigh animals?
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Weigh scale and data collectors
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Load bars and platform
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Quick weigh kits
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Horse weigh kit
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ELECTRONIC IDENTIFICATION
What do I need to read animals?
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Why EID?10
Portable reader11
Permanent readers12
WEIGHING & ELECTRONIC IDENTIFICATION
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What do I need for a complete solution?
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Sheep auto drafter
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WEIGH SCALE
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Load bars
B
PLATFORM
C
MSP SOFTWARE
D
RFID READER
E
RFID ANTENNA
F
DRAFTING MODULE
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ADVISED FOR CATTLE
ADVISED FOR SHEEP
ADVISED FOR HORSES
What do I need to weigh animals?
Today’s leading farmers recognise that live animal weighing is an essential
part of effective farm management. Well-informed management decisions
come from animal weight data that is easily obtained and accurate.
The animal performance system consists of two load bars and a weigh scale. It is an
innovative weighing system which is not only durable, but also reliable and easy to use.
The Gallagher weighing scales vary from a basic model (W210) to the EID compatible
Weighing
model (W810), which is suitable for advanced weighing and collecting data.
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A
B
C
KEY
A Weigh scale
B
Load bars
B
C Platform
D MyScale-software
(Loads on your PC and includes W610 and W810)
Why to weigh?
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Measure feed conversion to maximise yield by monitoring
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Select animals by weight for sale and slaughter
weight gain over time
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Evaluate breeding performance for genetic selection
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Monitor animal health
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Maximise the benefits of having animals fitted with electronic
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Confirm animal weight prior to mating
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Determine weaning weight
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Accurately track the number of animals on hand
ear tags.
EID compatible weighing and data collectors (W610 and W810) enable individual animal weight management, helping you to maximise
the number of high performance animals on your farm.
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Weighing
The Gallagher weigh scale provides today’s performance conscious producer with an innovative
weighing system that is not only tough, reliable and accurate but also very simple to use.
Weigh scales and
data collectors
The Gallagher weigh scales can be connected to the load bars and readers in order to store and process the
animal-specific data. This information can thus be used to make management decisions with regards to
the quantity and composition of nutrition, medical treatments, mob management, etc.
Backlit display screen
Large, easy to read display screen. Backlit
for use in sheds. (W610 and W810 only)
Internal Battery
Internal rechargeable battery with
charge indicator and low voltage
shutdown.
Large Push Buttons
• Manual weigh button
Graphics Screen
• Zero button
Graphics screen for display of
weighing statistics and individual
animal data.
• Delete button
Connection
Bluetooth wireless connection for
EID readers and drafters. (Weigh
Scale Indicator W810 only)
Clam Shell Design
Rotary Switch
Tough shock and waterproof case. For
operation in yard or on your desk. Provides
extra protection and easy carrying.
Large, easy to use rotary switch
providing easy access to
multiple weighing modes.
Keyboard
Large, easy to use push button
keyboard for data entry. (Weigh
Scale Indicator W810 keyboard
shown).
215mm
235mm
A D
Weigh scale and data recorder W810
(W810 pictured above)
(018058)
ADVANCED EID COMPATIBLE WEIGH DATA COLLECTOR
FEATURES INCLUDED:
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Direct interface to EID reader and drafter
via internal Bluetooth
Animal notes stored with each weighing record
Multiple trait sessions for flexible data collection, faster
weighing and weight gain display
Collect user definable animal traits and activities
Connect to automated drafters and draft up to 9 ways by EID
number or weight
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Draft statistics displayed while weighing for animal audit
Draft category stored with animal record for later analysis
Super fast draft by list operation
Assign up to 15 digit visual tag number against weight records
and EID number
Stores information for up to 21,000 animals and 60,000 weight
records
Weighing
Weigh scales
Weigh scale
W610 A D
Weigh scale
W210 A
(016054)
(012056)
ENTRY LEVEL EID WEIGH SCALE
entry level weigh scale
FEATURES INCLUDED:
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View weight gain, graphic displays and other options on
graphics screen
Backlit screen for in shed use
Calculates average daily weight gain and carcass weight
Direct interface to EID reader
Automated drafter interface to control 5-way drafting by
weight
Stores 15 character tag numbers plus 2 digit condition scores
QWERTY keyboard for alphanumeric ID’s
Assign visual tag number against EID tag number
2 communication ports for connection to computer and
peripheral devices, such as animal drafters and EID readers
Supplied with MyScale Pro PC software for easy download of
records from, and upload of records to, the Weigh Scale
Stores information for up to 12,000 animals and 12,000 records
FEATURES COMPARISON
Internal rechargeable battery
FEATURES INCLUDED:
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Locks on to animals weight regardless of movement
Tough shock water proof case
Three weighing modes for quick and easy weighing
Internal rechargeable battery
MSP Software
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Gallagher My ScalePro software enables you :
• To process information (weights, electronic ID tag numbers,
animal data) stored in the Scale or the Reader on a computer.
• View, Edit & Print sessions.
• Prepare advanced session statistics, reports and graphs.
W210
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Computer interface
W610
W810
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Printer interface
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On-screen drafting statistics
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5 ways
9 ways
Visual tag ID length (number of characters)
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MyScale Pro computer software
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Individual weight & tag number recording
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Condition score recording
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Draft/sort by weight
Cross reference visual tag with EID number
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Automatic drafting interface
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EID compatible
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Draft by EID number
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Trait fields (i.e. blood groups, genetics etc)
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Bluetooth connection
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Data editing
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Number of animals capacity
12 000
21 000
Max number of weigh records
12 000
60 000
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Compatible with other load bar systems
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Weighing
Load bars and
platform
The Gallagher weighing system consists of a set of load bars which contain weight sensing load
cells and a weigh scale. The load bars are placed underneath a platform, crate or squeeze crush
and can weigh all types of livestock including cattle, hogs, horses, sheep, goats and exotics. Load
bars connect to the weigh scale via cables, and the weight measured by the load cells is sent to the
weigh scale’s digital display. All Gallagher load bars have ultimate corrosion resistance.
All the GALLAGHER Load Bars come with the
features listed below:
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Bottom feet mounting holes extend beyond top covers for
ease of bolting down
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Slotted top mounting holes fit most sizes of platforms
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6 metres long, tough polyurethane loadbar cables
Standard Load Bars 600mm
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Fitted with high quality, moisture proof connectors
(028610)
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Can be used with any Gallagher or others manufacturers
Features:
weigh scales without calibration
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Fully water proof
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No rubber mounts
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Extension cables are available if required
B
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2000kg weighing capacity – 600mm length
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Tough rugged galvanized steel chassis
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Suitable for permanent and temporary installation
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Portable when used with the lightweight aluminium platform
(058009)
Standard Load Bars 1000mm
Heavy Duty Load Bars
B
(028665)
(028672)
Features:
Features:
B
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2000kg weighing capacity – 1000mm length
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3500kg weighing capacity - 1000mm length
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Tough rugged galvanised steel chassis
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High capacity load cells are able to withstand large shock
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Ideal under platforms, crates and wool presses
loads
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Heavy galvanized steel chassis construction to withstand the
worst environments
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Super Heavy Duty Load Bars
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B
Ideal for permanent installation under large crushes
Aluminium Cattle Platform
(028689)
(058009)
Features:
Features:
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4500kg weighing capacity - 1000mm length
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All of the features of the Heavy Duty Load bars
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A high-strength platform designed to fit standard 2000kg
Gallagher load bars
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Suitable for weighing up to 1500kg loads
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Dimensions: 2400mm (l) x 700mm (w). Platform weighs 33kg
Weighing does not need to be expensive and/or complicated. Make weighing easy by starting
to use one of our weighing quick weigh kits. These sets of products combine the basic W210
weigh scale with a set of load bars. The load bars measure the weight of your animal which is
Weighing
displayed on the weigh scale.
Quick weigh kits
Quick weigh kit 600 A B
(054053)
INCLUDED:
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Scale W210 (012056)
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Load bars - 2000kg - 600 mm (028610)
Easy and simple weighing system for weighing horses,
cows and sheep. Often used in combination with
an aluminium platform.
Quick weigh kit 1000
A
B
(054046)
INCLUDED:
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Scale W210 (012056)
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Load bars - 2000kg - 1000 mm (028665)
Easy and simple weighing system for
weighing horses and cows. Often used in combination with
a weighing crate.
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Weighing
Horse weighing
kit
Get your horse in top condition with the Gallagher Horse Weigh system. The most reliable system to measure the
weight of your horse. Why to weigh? The dosage for worming is based on weight. It is important to keep on this
dosage. A good diet is not only based on the amount of work your horses has to deliver. It is also based on body
weight. With the transportation of trailer and horse you must know if the total weight is allowed for the total
combination. It is also very difficult for vets to estimate the weight. The correct weight can only be determined by
electronic weighing.
The Gallagher horse weighing kit is an easy-to-use
system to weigh your horse for an affordable price.
Horse weighing kit
A
B
C
(016273)
INCLUDED
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Platform
• A high-strength horse platform designed to fit
standard 2000kg Gallagher load bars
• 12 mm rubber mat for animal protection
and noise reduction
• Robust, shock resistant, water- and dustproof
• Dimensions: 2200mm (L) x 1000mm (W)
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Scale W210 (012056)
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Load bars - 2000kg - 600 mm (028610)
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What do I need to read animal’s information?
Electronic Identification (EID) is the technology that allows the ear tag to transmit a unique animal ID
number to a reader. Each ear tag contains a chip that carries a unique identification number. The reader
communicates with the ear tag and registers that unique number.
This system will enable you to see which animals are performing and which animals are not.
An EID reader is used to read and record the number on the tag or bolus. The reader does this by energising
Electronic
Identification
the tag/ bolus so it can transmit its unique number. The reader receives the signal. Once the reader
receives the number it either stores it in memory or sends it to another storage device such as a weigh scale.
PERMANENT:
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D
F
KEY
D Software
E Reader
F Antenna
OR PORTABLE:
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E
F
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Why EID?
Easy identification of individual animals
Maximise the number of high performing animals
• Management of livestock inventory is much improved. All types
• Identify poor performers to either sell or cull. Review animal perfor-
of stock that carry an EID tag can be quickly identified and held on
mance by supplier, breed or parentage. Separate animals into feeding
a software programme. Numbers of stock on hand can be quickly
groups according to growth rate and estimate when animals will reach
verified.
their target weight.
Fast recording and access to accurate information
Accurate record keeping for breeding
The integration of EID readers with data collection and retrieval
• EID is a huge time saver for stud breeders and genetic breeders.
devices, such as a Weigh Scale Indicator W810 and computer
Large quantities of information can be stored and linked to each indi-
programmes such as MyScale Pro, enables critical information on
vidual animal enabling accurate record keeping, retrieval and analysis.
each and every animal to be quickly collected or reviewed - in the
yard, on the farm or in the office. Recorded information can in-
Integration with other databases
clude animal performance indicators such as live weight, activities
• EID systems are designed to integrate with other databases, ena-
such as vaccinations or treatments and any other animal related
bling information to be quickly transmitted to other agencies such as
information.
breeding societies.
Automated drafting
• When connected to a drafter, EID enables accurate drafting of selected animals based on weight, species or other criteria.
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Electronic
Identification
An EID Reader is a crucial part of your EID system. The reader captures and stores the unique tag number
of the individual animals as they are weighed, treated or identified in a yard or race. Gallagher’s portable
hand held tag reader, the SmartReader HR3 is light and easy to use - perfect for portable applications for
use at different sites. This high performance reader provides a super fast read of both half duplex (HDX)
and full duplex (FDX) ISO compliant tags and is compatible with Gallagher and other brands of EID
Portable reader
capable weighing and data collectors.
Display Screen
Bright, easy to read display
screen.
Ergonomic Handle
Comfortable soft grip handle.
Vibrating Device
Battery
Vibrating handle to
indicate tag read
successful.
Internal rechargeable battery
with charge indicator.
LED and Beeper
Beeper sounds and super bright
LED at the end of snout flashes,
to show the tag read successful.
Bleutooth communication
Hand Guard
Connects to SmartScale
and other data capture
devices, using Bluetooth
wireless communication.
Ergonomically designed to
reduce risk of trapping hand or
arm in animal handler.
Dimensions: 600mm (l)
Reader HR3
(133010)
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E
F
Features:
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Half duplex (HDX) and full duplex (FDX) ISO compliant
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Create new sessions on reader to group tag reads from different pens of animals
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Internal memory for 5,000 tags for later download to computer
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Last tag scanned is displayed at power up
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Graphic display module shows:
• Number of tags read in current session
• Total number of tag numbers stored in memory
• Unique EID number of last tag read
• Battery charge level
• Reader in record data or transfer data mode
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MyScale Pro software to download files and store sessions on computer
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Compatible with Gallagher Weigh scale indicators (models W610 and models W810) and other
brands of EID capable weighing and data collectors.
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Built in Bluetooth communications for sending tag numbers to the others storage devices
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Electronic
Identification
Permanent
readers
A permanent EID antenna panel is fixed in place for hands free reading of EID tags in a specific area. Our
panel readers are the best choice for animal identification at a fixed location such as a weighing crate or
at a location in a race. The Gallagher SmartReader BR and R Series range incorporate the latest electronics
technology, are fully ISO compliant and are capable of reading both HDX and FDX tags. Choose between
the fully featured SmartReader BR Series model with internal rechargeable battery and large tag memory,
and the standard featured SmartReader R Series model.
Readers
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Half duplex and full duplex ISO compliant
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Automatic antenna tuning
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Plug reader into weigh scale for scanning and weighing
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Move electronic controller from one antenna to another
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The Smart Reader R series and BR series can be used in combination with either the panel antenna 600x400mm or 1300mmx600mm
Reader BR
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E
Reader R
(048274)
(048281)
FEATURES:
FEATURES:
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Battery powered panel reader for livestock
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Requires external 12V power source
identification
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Requires external memory as a scale W610 or W810
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Internal rechargeable battery
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Easy to read battery charge indicator
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Internal memory stores 20,000 tags
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Tag counter display screen records animals scanned
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Download stored records to the computer (software
or any other data collectors
included)
Panel Antenna 600x400mm
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Panel Antenna 1300x600mm
(048243)
(048267)
FEATURES:
FEATURES:
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Fully enclosed waterproof one-piece panel designed
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for long life
Fully enclosed waterproof one-piece panel designed
for long life
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Reinforced slots for easy installation
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Reinforced slots for easy installation
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Use for constrained weighing of sheep or cattle in crate
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Use for dairy or other walk past
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identification applications
Weighing and EID
a total solution
What do I need for a complete solution?
The complete solution: A weighing and electronic identification Gallagher solution consists of a set of
Load bars, a platform, a weigh scale, a reader and the MSP software. The Load bars and the reader are
connected to the weigh scale via cables or wireless. The weight and the identification number of the
animal are sent to the weigh scale’s digital display. All the data is then processed into the computer.
This is the complete and proven Gallagher proven solution which allows the leading farmers to have
one unique professional interlocutor : Gallagher.
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A
E
F
C
B
KEY
A Weigh scale W610 or W810
B Load bars
C Platform
D
(Loads on your PC and is
MyScale-software
included with W610 and W810)
E Reader
F
Antenna
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Weighing and EID
a total solution
The sheep auto drafter is a fully automated weighing and drafting system that is smoother, quieter
and easier to set up and operate than any other sheep drafting product on the market. The Gallagher
Sheep
auto drafter
sheep auto drafter includes the weigh crate, integrated load cells, integrated control module with
remote control and three way draft module. Just add a suitable electronic weigh scale and you’re
ready to go!
Sheep auto drafter
B
C
F
G
(057149)
ABMESSUNGEN:
DIMENSIONS
• Sheep auto drafter main unit + one 3 Way Compatibility
- Drafter Module - 790mm wide x 2439mm
Compatible with
Gallagher EID reader
controllers. (Reader
not included)
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• 3 Way Drafter Module
- 660mm wide x 794mm long
Three way drafter
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Compatibility
Modular design
makes for easy
attachment. Add
additional units to
expand.
Compatible with
Gallagher and other
branded weigh scale
indicators. (Weigh
scale not included)
Indestructible
Faster flow
Composite material
withstands repeated
sheep impact.
Short travel split gates
for rapid capture and
release at entry and
exit.
Electronic ear tag compatibility
Built in antennas for
reliable read
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Remote control operation
Flexible
High visibility control panel
Unit can be controlled by one
operator.
Adjustable sides to handle small
lambs to the largest rams.
Includes emergency stop button,
auto/manual status & fault lamp.
Why Sheep Auto Drafter?
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Automatic operation – entry gate controlled by machine,
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drafting becomes a one-person operation
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Silent – very quiet both electronically and audibly – handles
release at entry and exit
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EID well and sheep is not frightened
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Sheep friendly design – high stock throughput
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Portable – lightweight and easily transportable
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Indestructible – composite material withstands repeated
Integrated control – plug in air and power and the system is
Extended life - Integrated stainless steel load cells for extended product life
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Flexible – adjustable sides to handle small lambs to the
largest rams
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sheep impact
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Faster flow – short travel split gates for rapid capture and
Compatible with Gallagher and Trutest weigh scale
indicators
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1 year warranty on electronic and moving parts
ready to go
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Improved Health and Safety for sheep and operator – no
trapping points or metal bars to walk into.
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Curriers Close, Canley • COVENTRY CV4 8AW
T 024 76 470141 • F 024 76 461464
info.uk@gallaghereurope.com • www.gallagher.eu
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