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In mating and gestation units, the sows spend the most of their reproductive life, and it is in these sections that the creation of good results throughout the sow herd is created. Well-designed mating and gestation units provide optimal condition...
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Pig pens
SKIOLD supplies high quality, durable pig equipment that are animal-friendly and easy to clean with good access to feed and water
Our penning solutions take all aspects of the pig farming into consideration eg. flooring, penning design and material, water supply and above all animal welfare. Read more about our high quality penning solutions for mating, gestation, farrowing, weaners and finishers below.
Good design for high performance, well-being and work environment
The design of a pen has great influence on the performance and well-being of the pigs. A good pen design facilitates high level of productivity by providing the pigs with good access to feed and water and features that support their natural and social behavior. Pen design also makes a difference to the staff and the right design makes the work flow easier and more efficient.
The right choice of materials influences the results of your production
The material used in the pens has great impact on longevity and durability of the equipment. It also plays a big role in relation to pig health as materials that are easy to clean will improve hygiene in the barn and reduce the risk of transmitting diseases between batches.
Need to know more? We are ready to advise you on how to design the ideal penning system for your pig farm
Pens for mating and gestation units
Stalls for mating & gestation
In Danish housing systems sows and young females can be housed individually from mating until four after mating. For this housing principle, SKIOLD can offer two different crates, PN403 and PN402 - both available in various variations (with front ...
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Farrowing pens for loose sows
The farrowing unit can be designed with pens for sows housed loose throughout or most of the nursing period.
These farrowing pens allow a far greater freedom of movement than traditional systems to increase sow welfare. At the same time, p...
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Farrowing crate
The SKIOLD farrowing crate is designed with 50 cm pen walls that ensure the piglets will remain in the pen - without compromising on the ventilation or temperature of the piglets' area. The height of the pen walls also make it easy to inspect the ...
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Accessories for farrowing crates
Many different features can be implemented in the pen design to create the right environment for the pigs. Wooden blocks, straw racks, rubber mats, additional drinkers etc. can meet the natural behavior and needs of the pigs and improve performanc...
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Penning for weaners
Durability, stability and easy cleaning are among the most important factors when it comes to choise of penning for weaners. Units for weaners are designed with a focus on a good and healthy environment for pigs from 7-30 kg. In the weaner unit, t...
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Penning for finishers
Modern production facilities for finishers require strong and durable housing environment that can withstand harsh, physical and chemical challenges - and at the same have the capability to provide the optimal environment for the pigs. Therefore, ...
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Penning for weaner and finisher units
SKIOLD has developed a new state-of-the-art modular penning system for weaners and finishers, SKIOLD PN600/700. Hygiene is one of the key elements, and the unique and innovative design of the ellipse-shaped grid and the very few p...
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Accessories for weaners and finishers
Many different features can be implemented in the pen design to create the right environment for the pigs. Wooden blocks, straw racks, rubber mats, additional drinkers etc. can meet the natural behavior and needs of the pigs and improve performanc...
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