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Chore-Time Cages

Chore-Time’s Modular Manure Belt and A-Frame Cage Systems for layers and pullets provide an excellent environment for egg production and maximum feed savings together with options for easier manure handling. Solid construction and heavy-duty materials combine with Chore-Time’s innovative cage designs for superior performance year after year.
 

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• Modular Manure Belt (MMB™) Cages for Layers

• A-Frame Cages for Layers

• Pullet Cages

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• Experienced for over a decade with installing systems in rows up to 520 feet (160 m) long.

• Strong, simple design for long, low-maintenance life.

• Cages and structural components are manufactured using all galvanized steel construction for even greater durability.

• Belt system is self-cleaning and exceptionally good-tracking for years of smooth operation.

• Each belt can be operated independently of the others as needed.

• Dual floor slope improves egg roll-out, and distance from birds to egg tray helps protect eggs from bird damage.

• Optional supplemental air tube is the largest available in the industry today.

• Chore-Time’s Modular Manure Belt Cage is available in 3- to 8-high with cage heights of 16 or 18 inches (406 or 457 mm) and depths from 20.00 to 25.34 inches (508 to 644 mm); walkways are also available.

• Unique trough support struts eliminate the need for step rails.

• Modular design features individual cages instead of eight-foot (2.4-meter) cage sections – makes cage maintenance and manure belt access easier.

• Full-front horizontal cage door provides easier, more comfortable access to feed and to the cage interior.

• Mesh partitions improve ventilation.

• Assembly requires fewer rings and features innovative interlocking parts.

• Great for new or remodeled houses – tailored solutions to meet your needs.

• Ventilation expertise and layer house design service available.

• Sturdy metal door latch offers true one-handed operation. Its positive lock keeps chickens in the cages, while little pressure is required to open the latch from the aisle. Durable metal construction will not fatigue or fall into feed trough, and is designed for years of reliable use.
• The MMB™ System is covered by Chore-Time’s generous standard cage warranty.

Innovative Cage Door Latch

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• Cage rows up to 750 feet (230 meters) long.

• All galvanized steel construction for long life.

• Gentle 8º floor slope for easy egg roll-out.

• Slant front or straight front cage design.

• Steep cage backs for improved manure roll-off – choice of curtain-back or dropping board scraper.  (Curtain-back model features thickest available curtain.  Dropping boards available in plywood or plastic.)

• A rust-free PVC rail supports the dropping boards.

• Three door styles including standard pull-up door, push-in door, or spring-loaded push-in door.

• Distance from cage to egg tray protects eggs from dirt and damage and eases egg roll-out.

• Step rails available to protect feed trough and egg tray.

• Flexible cage floor is better for birds' feet, and composite mesh floor structure helps lower mortality by using a tighter mesh spacing where birds stand, coupled with a more open spacing in other sections of the floor.

• System features sturdy welded A-frames for durable support without the need for truss rods. All system components, including cages and feed troughs, tie directly into the projection-welded A-frame support system for added stability.

• The A-Frame Cage System is covered by Chore-Time’s generous standard cage warranty.

Composite Mesh Floor Improves Bird Safety and Promotes Egg Roll-Out

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• Cage front design features labor-saving feed access adjustment – make all feed access adjustments for all lines from a remote location in the house.

• All galvanized steel construction for long life.

• One-inch (25-mm) square wire mesh.

• More total usable floor space because feeder is outside the cage.

• Choice of 3-high or 4-high configurations.

• Easy visibility of birds in all tiers.

• Easy access doors that close securely.

• Better bird uniformity and livability.

• Easier manure handling.  Optional dropping board scraper model also available.

• The Pullet Cage System is covered by Chore-Time’s generous standard cage warranty.

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