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Tool: Pipe Gap – Floor System Applications

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Drinker Tool Guide

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— Ziggity Systems Inc., the maker of Ziggity brand poultry watering systems has developed helpful guidelines to help poultry producers with many common questions and needs regarding its watering systems. These guidelines are available on the company’s website, Ziggity.com.

To access these guidelines, which are designed to assist with best practices in product installation and usage, simply access the Ziggity website and find the “Guidelines” under the “Support” tab.

Guidelines available are subdivided under the headings, Field Fixes, Maintenance, Product Information, Product Installation and Warnings. Examples of guideline subjects are drinker manufacturing date codes, installation of heavy duty anti-roost cable and cord adjusters just to name a few.

“We want to make sure that our customers have ready access to important information that helps make them more efficient and successful,” said the company.

Another source of helpful information designed to help poultry producers maximize their performance can be found at the Poultry Watering U website. To visit Poultry Watering U click here.

Ziggity Systems Offers Helpful Online Guideline References

Ziggity Systems, Inc., the maker of Ziggity Brand poultry watering systems has added a library of helpful support videos for poultry producers on the company’s website, Ziggity.com. The growing video library is one element in Ziggity’s ongoing effort to help poultry producers maximize the benefits of their watering systems.

Two videos offer installation demonstrations for Clip-On brackets that are used to affix the water bearing pipe to the support pipe.  One video shows installation of Clip-On brackets for Ace sized pipe while another video provides similar instructions for Big Ace/Big Z Clip-On brackets.

To view these videos and more, visit: https://ziggity.com/installation-videos/.

Another source of helpful information designed to help poultry producers maximize their performance can be found at the Poultry Watering U website at poultrywateringu.com.

Ziggity Systems Provides Support Videos for Clip-On Brackets

PN 4198 (for 1″ PVC pipe systems)

PN 4196 (for Ace pipe systems)

PN 4197 (for Big Ace pipe systems)

Ziggity Systems Inc. has made it easy for poultry producers to monitor and improve the quality of the water in their drinker lines with the transparent pipe kit. The kit is easily retrofitted onto existing Ziggity drinker lines. Once installed, water in the drinker lines can be visually monitored for contaminants such as biofilm, sediment and trapped air.

Ziggity Systems transparent pipe kit is an early warning indicator for: poor sanitation/biofilm, poor water filtration, trapped air, interventions that were not evenly dispersed or dissolved.

With the transparent pipe kit, debris getting past an ineffective filter can be observed, alerting producers to inspect the filtration system. During the production cycle when interventions are required, the transparent pipe kit allows for visual inspection inside the drinker line to confirm that the intervening materials are fully dissolved and evenly dispersed – which allows the producer to correct problems and improve the efficacy of the intervention.

The simple, easy-to-use water management tool is unique to Ziggity Systems and is compatible with any Ziggity Ace, Big Ace, Big Z or 1” PVC pipe system for all bird species and all bird applications – including floor and cage watering systems.

“A watering system is a key investment, and we urge producers to make use of this resource to be sure that investment is operating correctly for maximum performance,” according to the Ziggity technical team.

The transparent pipe kit can be installed directly out of the Ziggity regulator, directly into the Ziggity end assembly or any other location on the drinker line. They are available through authorized distributors of Ziggity products.

Ziggity Systems Offers Transparent Pipe Kit

Ziggity Systems Inc. has made it easy for poultry producers to find the support they need when installing Ziggity products or replacement parts on their poultry drinker lines.

The growing video series features short instructional videos such as:

• How to install Ace clip-on brackets
• How to install support pipe sections
• How to install clip-on saddles
• How to install floor Big Ace/Big Z clip-on brackets
• How to assemble T-Max drinkers
• How to install pipe connectors
• How to install the Ziggity Slope Neutralizer
• How to install and remove drinkers and avoid drinker damage

These installation videos can be found on the Ziggity website at Installation Videos

Ziggity Systems Releases Series of Installation Videos

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Assembly Instructions: 2628 – Big Ace X 3/4” MNPT Outlet

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Assembly Instructions: 2629 – Ace X 3/4″ MNPT Outlet

T-Max Drinker Assembly Guideline

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Performance results for adult turkeys (4 weeks to depletion) using Ziggity’s T-Max watering systems. Results confirm solid performance in areas of weight, feed conversion rates, livability and grade out with exceptional improvements in litter quality and ammonia reduction.

Adult Turkey Performance – Males/Toms – Various 2012 – 2013

Solid results with dry litter.

Adult Turkey Performance – Females/Hens – 2014 Week 33

Excessive iron can cause problems for watering systems. Article presents some ways to avoid that, including best practices for keeping watering systems clean.

Watch that Iron

One of the most important and misunderstood jobs in a poultry house is managing the water pressure of the watering system. Here are ten tips for achieving optimal performance from a flock.

Ten tips to achieve optimal water pressure

With all the different drinkers on the market, it’s not surprising some producers get confused and choose the wrong drinker.

How to determine the right drinker for the job

Producers can achieve better turkey performance by making improvements in the birds’ immediate environment and the quality of water they drink.

Improve turkey performance by improving environment and water quality

Many times the roadblocks to better profits are misconceptions about watering

Five common poultry watering myths

Groundwater changes over time. Farmers need test for what’s in the water on a regular basis.

What’s in the water can impact commercial layer performance

Poor conditions during brooding will damage a flocks’ performance.

Managing your watering system during brooding

To remain competitive, producers need to address aging equipment.

Upgrading for a successful poultry operation

The watering system, and how you manage it, can impact almost every aspect of a poultry operation.

Managing your watering system to promote poultry health

The watering system has become the preferred method for administering live vaccines to broiler flocks because of the labor it saves.

Vaccinating broilers with the watering system

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Assembly Instructions: 2790 – Pressure Pro

Most producers understand the importance of having a backup generator; however, some don’t realize they also need to back up the watering system

Protecting water supply crucial for any poultry operation

Poultry equipment manufacturers seek innovations that can save producers time and money.

Watering system advances can save time and money

Getting a poultry flock off to a healthy start goes a long way to ensuring a successful growout.

Treat chicks to a more hygienic environment for better results

The pressure on commercial egg producers to change from battery cages to an alternative form of housing requires them to rethink how they supply the birds with water.

Watering system for cage-free commercial layer operation needs special thought

For proper and complete installation of the Ziggity Pressure Pro for Floor Watering System please read and follow the illustrated instructions found in this manual.

Pressure Pro Installation Manual

To effectively manage your watering system, it’s important to understand how water usage involves both bird consumption and drinker spillage, and how these factors affect production. First in a series on watering system management concepts.

Usage = Consumption + Spillage, Article 1

A number of factors can negatively impact return on investment, but corrosion is probably the most serious.

Corrosion poses a major threat to poultry operations

A lack of salt in the diet, or too much salt, can harm the flock and production.

Striking the right balance for salt intake

The importance of managing the watering system to promote bird health is increasing with the growing opposition to using antibiotics as growth promoters.

Managing the watering system for intestinal integrity

Poultry watering system components are primarily comprise of various types of plastic. The use of plastics in the watering systems has many advantages, including the abililty to withstsnd the corrosive atmosphere common to poultry operations.

Chemicals that can damage poulty watering systems

Ziggity describes specific steps producers can take with their watering systems to improve return on investment.

Using your watering system to get better return on investment

Parker-Hannifin Corp. recently developed the first water filter made specifically for poultry applications.

Poultry farmers gain new option for filtering water

This article examines the very basics of how a nipple-type watering system, especially the regulator, works.

Understanding how a regulator functions

This article discusses what elements of the watering system need examining and gives a time table for those examinations.

When was the last time you checked your watering system?

Describes how to set up a watering system for a cage-free operation.

The watering system for a cage-free egg operation

This article provides the procedure to clean a watering system that has a sand problem.

Sand in your watering system: best to stop it at the source

The American poultry industry is finding a new profit center exporting chicken paws to China where they are considered a delicacy.

Making chicken paws profitable

Major US broiler integrator’s results in head to head comparison between Ziggity’s Aktive Max3 and Gold Drinker models. (moderate versus high dynamic flow drinkers) Superior litter and air quality made for a better environment – hence bird performance improves as well.

Broiler Performance USA

Hygienic water is vital in a successful poultry operation

Hygienic water

Will the gain in production outweigh the costs of replacing equipment damaged by acidifiers?

Use acids in poultry production with caution

Any biosecurity program that is truly successful will include extensive prophylactic measures involving the water supply and the watering system.

Don’t let your watering system become the fatal flaw in your biosecurity program

Ziggity has developed a series of protocols to help you determine the cause of your wet litter

How to combat wet litter

This article discusses tactics producers can take with their watering system to manage heat stress

Managing heat stress with your watering system

Managing your watering system to prevent wet litter can help keep the incidence of coccidiosis down

Fighting coccidiosis

A simple and easy guide to ensure dry litter and ample water to your birds

Pressure Settings Simplified

This is a short summary of the basics of biofilm.

Biofilm Basics

Maintaining a good environment inside your poultry barn is necessary if you are to hae healthy and profitable flocks, growout after growout.

Water can be a friend or foe to a poultry operation

Poultry producers can learn how to improve bird production through three educational brochures published by Ziggity Systems Inc.

New brochure series highlights ways to improve poultry performance

More than a few experts in the poultry industry assume they can determine how much water a flock is consuming by looking at the water meter. That unfortunately is not true, and that assumption can lead to faulty practices.

Clearing the air: the difference between water usage and water consumption

For proper and complete installation of the Ziggity Floor Watering System please read and follow the illustrated instructions found in this manual

Floor Watering Installation Manual

Follow these simple instructions for proper installation of Ziggity Slope Neutralizers in floor applications.

Slope Neutralizer Floor Installation Guidelines

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Assembly Instructions: 1293 – 1″ FNPT X MHT Inlet

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Assembly Instructions: 1494 – 1″ FNPT X 3/4″ MNPT Inlet

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Assembly Instructions: 1613 – Solenoid 1″ FNPT X MHT Inlet – 24 VAC

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Assembly Instructions: 2674 – Solenoid 1″ FNPT X 3/4″ MNPT Inlet – 24 VAC

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Assembly Instructions: 1291 – Big Ace X MHT Inlet

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Assembly Instructions: 1291B – Ace X MHT Inlet

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Assembly Instructions: 1491 – Big Ace X 3/4″ MNPT Inlet

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Assembly Instructions: 1491B – Ace X 3/4″ MNPT Inlet

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Assembly Instructions: 1611 – Solenoid Big Ace X MHT Inlet – 24 VAC

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Assembly Instructions: 1611B – Solenoid Ace X MHT Inlet – 24 VAC

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Assembly Instructions: 2673 – Solenoid Big Ace X 3/4″ MNPT Inlet – 24 VAC

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Assembly Instructions: 2673B – Solenoid Ace X 3/4″ MNPT Inlet – 24 VAC

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Assembly Instructions: 2948 – AT Big Ace X MHT Inlet

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Assembly Instructions: 2949 – AT Big Ace X 3/4″ MNPT Inlet

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Assembly Instructions: 2950 – Solenoid AT Big Ace X MHT Inlet – 24 VAC

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Assembly Instructions: 2951 – Solenoid AT Big Ace X 3/4″ MNPT Inlet – 24 VAC

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Assembly Instructions: 1807-6R – Big Ace 5.5″ / 14 CM Average Reduction – Right

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Assembly Instructions: 1807-6L- Big Ace 5.5″ / 14 CM Average Reduction – Left

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Assembly Instructions: 1807B-6R – Ace 5.5″ / 14 CM Average Reduction – Right

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Assembly Instructions: 1807B-6L – Ace 5.5″ / 14 CM Average Reduction – Left

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Assembly Instructions: 1958-6 – Big Ace 5.5″ / 14 CM Average Reduction – No Riser Tube

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Assembly Instructions: 1958B-6 Cage Slope Neutralizer Assembly Instructions

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Assembly Instructions: 1958B-6 – Ace 5.5″ / 14 CM Average Reduction 3/4“ No Riser Tube

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Assembly Instructions: 1920-4 – Big Ace 4.25″ / 10.8 CM Average Reduction

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Assembly Instructions: 1920B-4 – Ace 4.25″ / 10.8 CM Average Reduction

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Assembly Instructions: 3825 – Ace – Aluminium Profile

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Assembly Instructions: 3826 – Big Ace – Aluminium Profile

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Assembly Instructions: 3827 – Ace – Aluminium Profile

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Assembly Instructions: 3828 – Big Ace – Aluminium Profile

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Assembly Instructions: 2930 – Big Ace X MHT Outlet

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Assembly Instructions: 2931 – Ace X MHT Outlet

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Assembly Instructions: 2629 FLOOR END ASSEMBLY: ACE X 3/4 MNPT OUTLET Assembly Instructions

Strict adherence to good management practices throughout the poultry operation, especially the watering system, is the only way producers can reduce the impact of respiratory disease on their flocks and profit.

Managing poultry barn environment key to controlling respiratory disease

Many producers are not aware of the important role the watering system has in the feed conversion process.

Managing your watering system to improve feed conversion

How proper watering system setup and management can overcome the challenges of sloped floors.

When you can’t be on the level

Watering System automation has enabled producers to reduce labor costs and improve productivity.

Automated watering systems improve layer producers’ bottom lines

What is the best way to measure the effectiveness of your watering system? Dont be fooled by some common misunderstandings in this important area. This brochure helps you base your evaluation on the only thing that really matters performance.

Performance Matters

Compatibility: Clip-On Brackets to Big Z and Clip-On Saddles

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Compatibility: Clip-On Brackets to TL Saddle

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Drinker Manufacturing Date Codes

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Square Pipe to Big Ace & 1″ PVC Fittings

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Solenoid Flush Valve Field Repair & Maintenance

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Recommended Drain Hose Set Up Into Holding Tank

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Filter Setup for Cage Operation

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Non-Recommended Drain Hose Setup

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Water Supply Setup: 3/4″

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Water Supply Setup: 1″

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Water Supply Setup: 1 1/2″

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Actual Size: Ace, Big Ace & Big Z Pipes

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Ziggity Aktive Drinker interface with Val nipple saddles

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Recommended Spraying Procedures: TL Start Grow Systems

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Warning: Never Use Pliers on Ziggity Drinkers

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Installation: Preventing Support Pipe Separation

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Field Fix: Riser Tube Cap

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Installation: Cord Adjuster

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Field Fix: Slope Neutralizer

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Old Versus Current Aktive Drinkers: Visual Differences

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Proper gaping instructions – Ziggity pipe connectors

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Field Fix: loose floor end assemblies

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Pipe Connector to Pipe Interface: 260, 896 & 2672

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Water Capacity for Ziggity Drinker Pipes and Water Supply Pipes.

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Installation Instructions: Clip-On Saddles

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Installation Instructions: Bracket Placement for Floor Watering Systems

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Installation Instructions: Regulator & End Assembly to Big Ace / Big Z / Ace Pipe

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Regulator adjustment knob conversion to adult turkey regulator

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O-Ring Guide for various Ziggity parts

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Installation Instructions: Heavy Duty Anti-Roost Cable

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Riser Tube Cap Alternative Assembly For Low Pressure Flushing (1 Bar / 15 PSI Or Less)

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Installation Instructions: Clip-On Saddle Adapters

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Note gain per day and feed conversion. Broiler performance that crosses State lines.

Georgia Results – 1

We note a pattern here – do you?

Georgia Results – 2

Ditto

Georgia Results – 3

Japan Results – 1

Japan Results – 2

Japan Results – 3

Performance near the top.

Maryland Results – 1

Roaster program results.

Maryland Results – 2

More roaster program results.

Maryland Results – 3

Last of three roaster program results.

Maryland Results – 4

Still more roaster results – second location

Maryland Results – 5

And still more roaster results.

Maryland Results – 6

Broilers prefer sanitary water – they respond with better results

Max3 versus catch cup systems

These broiler result truly cross state lines.

Mississippi Results -1

Simply better in all categories and a day younger

Mississippi Results – 2

Only 9 points better in FCR.

Mississippi Results – 3

Even with slightly lower weights FCR’s were so much lower the grower ranked number one for the week!

Mississippi Results – 4

Note the difference in daily weight gain.

Mississippi Results – 5

More of the same in Mississippi!

Mississippi Results – 6

Ditto

Mississippi Results – 7

Go old Miss

Mississippi Results – 8

We leave Mississippi on a high note!

Mississippi Results – 9

Note better performance in every category.

More Max3 versus catch cup systems

Four identical houses. Two with Ziggity Max3 and two with Ziggity Gold drinkers. (Moderate versus high dynamic flow drinkers) Production cycle nr.1

North Carolina Field Test – Max3 versus Gold 1/4

Second out of four consecutive broiler production cycles.

North Carolina Field Test – Max3 versus Gold 2/4

Third our of 4 consecutive broiler production cycles.

North Carolina Field Test – Max3 versus Gold 3/4

The final comparative performance results.

North Carolina Field Test – Max3 versus Gold 4/4

Note the difference in feed conversion rate.

North Carolina Results -1

Bigger birds and a much lower feed conversion rate compared against all birds processed that same week.

North Carolina Results – 2

Again bigger birds and lower feed conversion rate.

North Carolina Results – 3

Broiler performance comparison against the average for the week and previous 5 growouts with older high flow Ziggity drinkers.

North Carolina Results – 4

Note weight gain per day and FCR.

North Carolina Results – 5

Two days younger yet heavier and with a better feed conversion rate of only 12 points better.

North Carolina Results – 6

More of the same from the great State of North Carolina.

North Carolina Results – 7

Solid Performance!

Northeastern Results – 1

Again!

Northeastern Results – 2

Solid results!

Texas Results – 1

More results for the state of Texas

Texas Results – 2

Younger birds yet heavier and with a lower FCR – go figure!

Texas Results – 3

And always that improvement in FCR.

Texas Results – 4

First of four consecutive growouts on a heavy bird program.

USA Heavy Broiler Producer 1/4

Second of four growouts. The numbers speak for themselves.

USA Heavy Broiler Producer 2/4

More of the same!

USA Heavy Broiler Producer 3/4

Last but certainly not least!

USA Heavy Broiler Producer 4/4

It is almost impossible to overemphasize the importance of water to poultry flocks

The role of water in the life of a chicken

Product bundling may provide producers with a one-time savings when building a new poultry house. However, that bundle of products may result in loses over the long term.

Product bundling not in producers’ best interests

Ziggity is the only company whose sole focus is on poultry watering.

Ziggity focuses on maximizing system, litter and bird performance

Elevated levels of ammonia in the poultry house can result in a wide range of problems for poultry producers

Ammonia in the poultry house sabotages production; can impact poultry workers’ health

Biofilm is an often overlooked and misunderstood threat to poultry flocks

Poultry farmers often overlook biofilm growing in watering system

The better you understand how and why birds drink water, the better you can provide for their needs and produce more profitable flocks.

Understand broiler drinking behavior to achieve better flock performance

Five ways to maximize the benefits of an enclosed watering system.

Maximizing the benefits of enclosed watering systems

Growing a successful and profitable broiler flock requires diligent planning and management especially in preventing diseases and other conditions that harm the birds.

Planning necessary to prevent disease in poultry flock

Gravity-controlled water tanks provide an excellent solution to the challenges of unreliable electric power and intermittent water supply

Solutions to the five most common challenges found in gravity-controlled water tanks

Water quality from wells plays an important role in flock performance.

Ignore your well at your own risk

The route to improving flock performance lies in good litter management.

Good litter management ensures flock performance

Common mistakes producers make concerning their watering systems.

Five watering mistakes that can hurt production

The watering system and how the farmer manages it determine many of the conditions in a parent stock operation.

Watering system critical in parent stock operation

Return on investment, not the up-front cost of a new barn, is the most important aspect to consider when building a new facility

Quality components, not special prices, required when building a new poultry barn

Many of the decisions a poultry farmer is asked to make can carry unintended consequences that can hurt the bottom line

It may sound like a good idea, but is it really?