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Steel Cattle Yards
Good cattle yard design maximises cattle flow and natural herding instincts to get them through the yard as fast as possible. Te Pari has over 25 years of experience designing and building steel cattle yards for farmers worldwide, so you can rest easy knowing you're in good hands.
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How does Te Pari design a Steel Cattle Yard?
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How does a Te Pari Steel Cattle Yard operate?
Force Pen.
The forcing pen helps to guide livestock into the cattle race. We offer two types of force pens based on your needs and budget.
Rotary Force Pen
Te Pari circular force pens have a 3.2m wide, revolving steel gate that guides cattle into the race. The gate includes an anti-backing latch that automatically locks into place every 0.3m, preventing the cattle from pushing the gate back and injuring the operator.
The rotary force pen can be fully automated for faster and safer cattle handling and is available with our "C" or "S" cattle handling races.
Traditional Force Pen
The conventional force pen requires the handler to be inside the cattle yard to operate it. It is an excellent low-cost solution but is only suitable for experienced operators or when managing mild cattle.
Cattle Race.
Not all cattle races are created equal. At Te Pari, we use the best practices defined by industry leaders, such as Dr Temple Grandin, to ensure the optimal performance of our cattle yards. We offer two types of cattle races based on your needs and budget.
S-Race
The S-Race is a cattle race shaped like the letter "S". The curved design of the S-Race facilitates cattle movement, and its increased size allows for larger internal holding pens, making it ideal for large operations.
Unlike the C-Race, the S-Race can be fully automated for faster and safer cattle handling.
C-Race
The C-Race is a cattle race shaped like the letter "C". Its curved design promotes cattle movement, and its smaller size is ideal for small to mid-sized operations.
Drafting.
Drafting cattle is made easy with a range of options to suit your yard design based on your needs.
3/5-Way Draft Module
With a Te Pari Cattle Crush and Draft Module, animal drafting from up to five gates becomes effortless. The handler can manually operate the gates through the levers at the rear of the cattle crush. However, Te Pari also offers an entirely automated solution for cattle management.
Te Pari also offers an entirely automated solution for cattle drafting that is the Taurus Auto Drafter.
Transfer Pen
The transfer pen is positioned between multiple internal pens, allowing stock to move from the inner pens to the outer pens, or vice versa, without disturbing the adjacent pens.
Cattle Yard Construction.
Te Pari Steel Cattle Yards are made in New Zealand with high-quality steel. Our custom-made oval cattle rails offer superior strength, and all steel parts are hot-dip galvanised after fabrication to ensure the best protection from corrosion - inside and out.
Custom-Made, Anti-Bruise Cattle Rails
Our custom cattle rail provides superior lateral strength compared to standard oval cattle rails. It measures 67x48 mm and provides equivalent strength to square cattle rails without sharp edges and pressure points that may harm livestock. Additionally, due to its smaller height, the rail provides better visibility for both cattle and handlers.
The rails are backed by our 5-year Stockbend Warranty. If a rail bends under lateral force during the warranty period, we will replace the entire panel at no extra cost.
Hot-dip galvanised for superior rust protection
Our fabricated steel components are immersed in molten zinc during the 'hot dip' galvanisation process, resulting in a highly durable thick outer layer of zinc and a bonded inner layer (Zn-Fe) that protects against corrosion.
Galvanising Process
The galvanising process occurs after fabrication, ensuring that even the welded joints are safeguarded and protected.
Zinc coated inside and out
Hot dip galvanising produces a thicker zinc coating for better protection. The zinc coats the entire surface area, including places that would otherwise be unreachable.
Bonded for extra durability
Unlike spray or powder coatings, the coating is bonded with the steel, making it more durable for everyday wear and tear.
Cattle Yard Panels.
Te Pari steel yard panels are bolted to concrete so they're quick and easy to install.
Quiet, rattle-free design
The working areas in our cattle yards use permanent panels securely mounted to a concrete base with high-quality Dynabolts. Our custom-made clamps connect the panels, ensuring they remain stable, sturdy, and rattle-free.
Te Pari steel cattle rails are backed by our 5-year Stockbend Warranty. If a rail bends under lateral force during the warranty period, we will replace the entire panel at no extra cost.
Cattle Yard Gates & Gate Latches
The right gate in the right position is essential in cattle yards to ensure smooth, efficient handling, and enhance the safety and productivity of the operators
Why choose a Te Pari Steel Cattle Yard?
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Proven reliability
Our steel cattle yards have been tried and tested in New Zealand, Australia, the USA and the UK for over 25 years. We utilise only premium components and all manufacturing is done in our cutting-edge factory in New Zealand, ensuring it's long-lasting reliable and durable.
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Safety
Many Te Pari yard designs include a ‘cattle-free’ working area, providing the operator with a safe and secure area to work and store supplies. Personnel access gates are included in many designs, allowing the operator to move around quickly and safely.
3
Efficiency
Our expertly designed cattle yards ensure livestock flow through the yard efficiently. Operating a Te Pari stockyard is a one-person task, and we offer a range of automated upgrades to increase efficiency further.
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Quick to install
The installation process typically takes between 3 and 5 days, depending on the size of your cattle yard and the extent of the groundwork required. Te Pari will oversee the entire process, ensuring minimal downtime.
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Quiet, rattle-free design
The working area of a Te Pari Steel Cattle Yard features a solid concrete base. Our custom panel clamps eliminate rattling, and our anti-rattle slam latches use nylon bushes, removing the steel-on-steel noise, and ensuring a quiet working environment.
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Stronger than the rest
Te Pari Stockyards utilise our custom-made 67x48mm steel rails, which are 15% wider than most alternatives. The extra width enhances lateral strength, meaning the panels won't bend when cattle push against them.
Reduce your taxable income with a new Cattle Yard
Did you know that a new Te Pari Steel Cattle Yard is 100% tax deductible in the year of purchase? This reduces you taxable income and saves you tax!
For more details, read the IRD tax advice or try out our Tax Depreciation Calculator!
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