Tunnel Ventilation

Ventilation is critical to the health and production of animals in modern farming operations. Livestock producers continuously seek efficient and cost-effective ways to maintain optimal environmental conditions in their barns. Tunnel ventilation systems are designed with air inlets located at one end of the barn and all the exhaust fans located on the opposite end. [...]

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Top 5 Benefits of Using VentGridā„¢ for Dairy, Swine, and Poultry Farmers

In modern farming, maintaining the ideal environment for livestock is crucial for both animal health and farm productivity. VentGrid, an advanced ventilation control technology, offers numerous benefits that can transform how both dairy and poultry farmers manage their operations. Here’s a look at the top five benefits of using VentGrid: Optimized Environmental Control VentGrid provides [...]

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Optimizing Ventilation in Livestock Barns with VentGridā„¢

Imagine starting your day before dawn, heading out to the barns where the air is thick and stale. As a livestock farmer, you’re constantly battling to maintain the right environment for your animals. Without advanced ventilation systems, you rely on manual adjustments to fans and vents, a time-consuming and often inaccurate process. Every hour, you’re [...]

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Static Pressure in Livestock and Greenhouse Facilities

Livestock production encompasses various aspects that significantly influence animal health, welfare, and overall productivity. Ventilation is a crucial element in both livestock and greenhouse facilities, as it regulates temperature, humidity, and air quality. Static pressure plays an important role in any ventilation system. Understanding static pressure is crucial for designing efficient ventilation systems because it [...]

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Natural Ventilation Systems

Ventilation is critical to the health and production of animals in modern farming operations. Livestock producers are continuously looking for efficient and cost-effective ways to keep their barns in optimal environmental condition. In this article we are going to look at natural ventilation, which is sometimes called ā€œpassive ventilationā€. A natural ventilation system creates airflow [...]

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Case Study: Jeremy Froese

Jeremy Froese, a dedicated chicken grower from southeastern Manitoba, plays a pivotal role in the agricultural community. Alongside his wife Cheryl, Jeremy is deeply involved in a family-run mixed farm near Grunthal, Manitoba, which encompasses cattle, poultry, and grain. The Froese family, including Jeremy’s parents Ernest and Gwen, his brother Tim, sister-in-law Jen, and their [...]

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Case Study: Stott Family

For decades, the Stott family has wholeheartedly embraced farming, viewing it not only as a profession but as a way of life. Led by the proud 3rd generation farming family, which includes Kevin, Jeff, and Don Stott, along with the next generation of farmers, John and Ira, the farm has recently expanded its operations near [...]

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Understanding ECM Fans

Proper barn ventilation is critical for ensuring optimal climate conditions and air quality in livestock facilities. Whether you manage a small, single-barn farm or a, multiunit livestock facility, sufficient ventilation is critical for livestock health. Farmers can create conditions that support the health, comfort, and performance of their animals by using a strategic combination of [...]

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Case Study: Johnny Prejet

Johnny Prejet, a dedicated farmer at PLDO Farms, has been in the hog farming industry for numerous years. His farm has been equipped with Phason’s PEC and PEC Plus controls since 1995, reflecting his trust in the brand’s offerings for nearly three decades. Journey & Challenges: While Johnny appreciated the durability and reliability of the [...]

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Dual Ventilation Systems

Ventilation is critical to the health and production of animals in modern farming operations. Livestock producers are continuously looking for efficient and cost-effective ways to keep their barns in optimal environmental condition. Dual ventilation systems, also called hybrid ventilation systems, are a potential strategy that combines the advantages of both natural and mechanical ventilation. We [...]

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