Farm building

The Structure of the Pig House
Most pig houses adopt a mixed structure. This structure is mainly supported by brick walls which offer good stability and durability, and roof trusses that help bear the weight of the roof. When it comes to the floors in pig houses, there are several options. Cement floors are a common choice due to their cost – effectiveness and durability. Rubber floors provide a certain degree of softness and comfort for pigs, reducing the impact on their joints. Plastic floors are also used in some cases, which are easy to clean. Heated floors are especially suitable for cold areas as they can provide a warm environment for pigs. The feeding trough is an important part of the pig house. It should have a simple structure for easy manufacturing and installation. At the same time, it must be sturdy and durable to withstand the daily activities of pigs. Moreover, it should be very convenient for feeding operations, as well as for washing and disinfecting regularly to maintain a clean and hygienic feeding environment for pigs.

Cow Shed Design
Most cow shed buildings are of a mixed structure. Typically, the weight is supported by brick walls, while the roof trusses are made of either steel or a reinforced concrete composite. The doors of the cow shed are preferably designed as push-pull types for the convenience of cattle entering and exiting. The floor inside the shed should possess several characteristics. It needs to be dry and smooth to ensure a clean environment. It must be firm and wear-resistant to withstand the daily activities of the cattle. Moreover, it should have good washability for easy cleaning, be impermeable to prevent moisture penetration, be non-slippery to avoid accidents, and not be overly hard to provide some comfort to the cattle.
In large-scale dairy farms, there are additional facilities. There is a milking room equipped with milking tables. Along with this, there are auxiliary rooms such as a milk processing room, a washing room, a machine room, and a boiler room. When determining the location of the milking room, two main factors should be taken into account. One is the route that the cows usually take, and the other is the convenience for the milking process. This room has higher requirements in terms of construction quality and sanitary conditions to ensure the health and safety of the milk production process.

Cow Shed Equipment
The width and length of the cattle bed are determined by multiple factors, including the size of the cattle, the feeding method, and the number of cattle. There are two common lengths for cattle beds. The short cattle bed generally has a length ranging from 1.6 to 1.8 meters, while the long cattle bed has a length of 2 – 2.4 meters, offering a larger area for the cattle’s activities. The width of the cow bed depends not only on the physical size of the cow but also on the milking operation. Generally, it is within the range of 1.1 – 1.3 meters.
There are several ways to tie the cows. For example, there is the fixed neck flail method, the straight chain neck flail method, and the horizontal chain neck flail method. Each method has its own characteristics and suitability according to different management requirements.