Ventilation
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A maintenance checklist is provided to prepare fans, curtains and the ventilation system for the warmer weather ahead.
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Ventilating repurposed structures for calf housing
Existing barns can often be retrofitted into excellent calf housing. However, care must be taken to ensure proper ventilation, pen layout and fresh-air distribution to promote good calf health and performance.
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Managing natural ventilation in your calf barn
Tips to keep calves comfortable and healthy this winter by managing interior temperature, minimizing drafts and maintaining air flow.
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Using technology to create an animal-centered environment
Automation and technology can make barns more comfortable for cows.
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Going from good to great with fans
Air speed, air exchange, climate conditions, automation and taking into account the needs of the animals housed in the barn are five key considerations when adding fans to dairy barns.
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Does your ventilation system work?
Observing cow behavior, mapping air speed, looking for any issues with fan placement or maintenance and fogging sections of the barn are some of the ways to check the effectiveness of the barn’s ventilation system.
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Choosing the right fan for your barn
Compare exhaust-style fans and circulation-style fans to see which is best for your operation.
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Natural ventilation design for your dairy
Design considerations for sidewall and ridge openings on dairy barns to allow adequate air movement and air exchange in various seasons.
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Preparing your natural ventilation system for winter
Tips for winterizing your farm’s ventilation system include inspecting curtains and panel systems, cycling sidewall ventilation, checking electrical components of the ventilation controller and reviewing ridge ventilation.
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