Side wall ventilation for fresh, healthy air
An adult cow feels most comfortable at temperatures of -4 to 18 °C. Good air circulation through the stable is therefore very important for your cows. This reduces the temperature and humidity in the stable and harmful gases are quickly removed. This creates a healthy stable climate in which disease pressure decreases and well-being increases. And high well-being makes high yield possible.
By replacing stable walls with side wall ventilation, the degree of ventilation can be adjusted depending on the weather. It is also possible to use translucent cloth for more natural light in the stable.
The importance of side wall ventilation
When the air temperature reaches 20 degrees with high humidity, a cow can experience heat stress. This will cause her to stand more, eat less and experience less stress. This results in:
- Fertility problems
- Reduced resistance
- Rumen acidosis
- More claw problems
- More chance of mastitis
- milk production decrease to more than 25%
- Reduced fat and protein percentage of the milk
- Permanent damage to the unborn calf
- Reduced milk production of daughters and granddaughters
The corrugated iron roof of a stable can provide an indoor temperature that is higher than the outdoor temperature, which is why ventilation is necessary to lower the temperature.
Side wall ventilation allows air to blow into the stable and reduce the internal temperature and humidity, thus preventing heat stress. In addition, harmful gases are removed for healthier air quality.
The best side wall ventilation for your stable?
How do you choose the optimal ventilation for your stable? That's very simple: just ask our experts! They look at the best way to improve the climate and cow welfare in your stable.
The possibilities with side wall ventilation
Modern side wall ventilation is done using adjustable cloths. These offer options to optimally regulate ventilation for every type of stable, new and old. Systems are also available for gates to optimally ventilate the entire stable.
Depending on the type of stable, you can choose a system that folds or rolls and opens from above or below. You can also choose between 5 types of closing sheet that have different levels of light and/or wind permeability.
All systems are very well constructed so that you can use the side wall ventilation for as long as possible without any worries. Operation can also be manual, electrically powered or fully automatic with sensors.
Our side wall ventilation systems
Double tube system
The AirFlow double tube system is a simple system that opens from the top and drops downwards. It is perfect for renovations because it is very suitable for lower openings with a bottom wall.
Roll-up system
A roll-up system is a suitable choice for many stables. It is the most sustainable system and is available in many variants. It opens from the top for draught-free fresh air supply.
Control options
Depending on your stable and preferences, you can choose fully automatic, semi-automatic or manual operation.
Folding system
Side wall ventilation with a folding system is suitable for any type of side wall, from a low wall up to 450 cm high. The height of the bottom wall can also be small here.
Top to bottom system
The BNO system opens from below. This creates a different air flow, which is most favorable in some situations.
Gate systems
Ventilation from ground to roof edge is possible using sliding curtains or roll-up gates to ventilate the entire stable or shield it from sun, wind and rain.
Further reduce heat stress with fans
On warm, windless days, side wall ventilation is not sufficient to keep the interior temperature below 20 degrees to prevent heat stress. This can be done by adding cooling fans.
We offer fans for every stable that can achieve optimal air movement, fully automatically controlled with sensors.
A breath of fresh air through your stable?
Curious about how we can cool your cows with side wall ventilation? Our specialists are happy to visit your stable to put together the best side wall ventilation for healthy, happy cows and higher yields.
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