ATV Cattle Guards from Barn World

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Rob

Barn World carries a variety of cattle guards and livestock equipment for your every need and now has an ATV cattle guard.

This unique design allows for a quick and easy method of allowing your ATV to move through your fence lines without opening a gate. The best thing is, there’s not special installation work that needs to be done. It really is a set-in-place barrier.

Ease of Installation

This design makes installation as simple and easy as possible. There’s no need to dig a hole! Simply cut your fence and lay the cattle guard on the ground. Once in place, just re-connect your fencing to the upright stanchions and it’s ready to use, you’re done!

There’s no need to dig a hole, install a foundation or even hire a contractor. This one-piece design allows even the hobby rancher to simply drop it in place. There really isn’t anything to do other than to set it in place.

Suggestions for Setting Up

The area where he guard will rest should be clear of weeds and free from standing water.

Make sure the area is able to shed water to prevent the guard from sinking into the ground. Standing water will also contribute to corrosion and should be avoided to promote the longest useful life possible. The simple addition of crushed gravel to create a ‘French Drain’ to move water way from the crossing is well worth the time of installing.

The other suggestion is to kill the grass or weeds directly under and around the site. You want the animals to be able to see the barrier. Just the sight of the rising metal rails is usually enough to prevent animals from wanting to cross. If it’s overgrown with weeds, you loose the visual warning and they could accidentally stumble into the guard unknowingly.

Clear the ground of weeds, lay down a weed barrier and keep the area mowed if necessary. It’s an easy job to drag the guard out and replace if needed to clear any undergrowth.

Specifications:

1-1/2 x 11 gauge square tubing
72″ wide X 91″ long
Ramp is 14″ tall
Overall width of the guard including the wings is 87″
Comes standard with a grey enamel finish

Pictures of the ATV cattle guard

We are able to stack this unique design to help with shipping rates. We are able to get up to three in a single bundle for the most economical rates when shipping in the lower 48 states. Larger quantities will qualify for better L-T-L (less-than-truckload) rates.

Surprisingly, we’re able to ship most of our cattle guards in small quantities. The thing to remember is that once they arrive on-site, you’ll need to provide a mechanical (forks) means of unloading.

The weights and sizes are such that the drive won’t have a means of removing them from the vehicle. The two seat design weighs approximately 300 pounds while the longer 4-place design weighs a bit more.

Barn World still has all the cattle guards necessary for any heavy duty road project and carries this simple and easily installed ATV Cattle Guard too.

Call Barn World today to place an order for this simple and very effective cattle guard!

Barn World Carries Livestock Scales

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Rob

Livestock Scales

Barn World offers a great selection of livestock scales for all sizes and types of cattle. Several of our livestock scales are perfect for 4-H projects and weighing smaller animals. We have livestock scales to weigh your cattle, llamas, alpacas, sheep, goats, dogs or grain. Multipurpose livestock scales weigh smaller animals including pigs, sheep, goats and calves. Our low-profile animal scales weigh horses and llamas. We also offer livestock scales to work under your chutes and alley ways using weigh bars for a complete cattle weighing system.

The Multi-Purpose Livestock Scales are perfect livestock equipment for 4H uses with 1,000 and 2,000 lbs limits.

Animal platform scale with 1,000 capacity:

This multipurpose livestock scale is designed with 4-H in mind. Weigh pigs, sheep, goat, calves up to 1,000 lbs. 55.5″x20.1″ mild steel platform scale with end ramps. Pre-calibrated to a stainless steel digital indicator. Includes 6VDC rechargeable battery and AC adapter and ships free in the lower 48 states. It also has an Optional Indicator Stand Available.

Animal platform scale with 2,000 capacity:

The PS2000 animal scale is just like the PS1000 except the platform is a little bit larger. It is a 59″x30″ mild steel platform that is pre-calibrated to a digital readout. It is powered by 4 AAA batteries and includes an AC adapter. The maximum weighing capacity on this scale is 2,000 x .1 lb. Optional Desktop or Floor Indicator Stand Available.

Barn World cattle scales are designed for easy loading of the cattle onto the scales with ramp ends on the platforms, platforms that are very low to the ground, and tread on the scales to keep skittish cattle from slipping and falling. Our cattle scales are portable and can be leveled to work on any surface and provide a lot of advantages over other scales.

The Sheep and Hog Scale Package includes 18″ x 55″ aluminum platform scale, crate assembly, optional side rail, stainless steel digital indicator, rechargeable battery, AC adapter (charger), pre-calibration, one-year warranty. Capacities: 500 lb and 1,000 lbs. Shipping is estimated based on weight and location.

Small Livestock Scale System

Weigh Dogs, Goats, Alpacas, Grain, etc. This 22″ x 42″ stainless steel platform scale has a calibrated digital readout. The weighing capacity is 550 lbs. The scale is powered by a rechargeable batter or AC adapter. Both are included with purchase. The scale also comes with a removable rubber mat and a one-year warranty.

Animal Scale System

This highly durable scale is designed with simplicity, portability, and economy in mind. In just a few minutes the entire system can be setup and ready to weigh. The standard system includes two weigh bars with built in handles and 20′ of home-run cable, quick connector, a NEMA 4X stainless steel digital indicator with back-light, and 2-year warranty. We also carry a 105″ and 200″ replacement cable for the scale

To get more information on livestock equipment, scales or place an order, go to BarnWorld.com today.

HS20 Cattle Guards for Public Roads

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Rob

Barn World Has HS20 Certified Cattle Guards for Public Roads

Barn World makes superior HS20 rated cattle guards for public roads and highways. Our HS20 rated cattle guards are made from schedule 40 steel and come in a variety of sizes to fit various cattle guard projects. We can alter the design of our cattle guards to use different kinds of pipe and rail depending on your needs. We have used round pipe, square rail, I-beam and other types of rail and channel to make rated cattle guards that are suitable for all public crossings.

Barn World HS20 rated cattle guards conform to AASHTO load rating requirement by type of truck and maximum axle load. Our rated cattle guards come with an engineer’s stamp and are certified to meet the AASHTO load ratings so you can feel confident that you are getting the best quality cattle guard. Call Barn World with your questions and plans to get quotes on HS20 rated cattle guards at 720-238-2190.

Cattle guards are available in many different styles and designs and the proper load-carrying capacity is critical for an effective crossing. Too much capacity is not economical while not enough can be catastrophic.

Cattle Guard Ratings

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) establishes the required cattle crossing requirements for use in public roadways. Below is a brief chart of load ratings:

Cattle Guard Load Ratings

H-15 (12 tons per axle)

H-20 (16 tons per axle)

U-54 (25 tons per axle)

U-80 (30 tons per axle)

There are many different calculations that go into establishing each required rating. The distance between axles of the vehicle play an important role in the stress that is imparted on the support structure below. This is further complicated by the passing of two heavy vehicles on the same guard.

For a glimpse into how complicated they can be, see the pdf calculations used by the State of Minnesota by clicking here! The numerous factors that are involved in a safe crossing have lead to a national load rating that simplifies the public roadway requirements for contractors.

Public Use Cattle Guard Ratings

The minimum requirement for most public roadways is the HS-20, 16 ton per axle capacity. The AASHTO provides guidelines for structural designs for use within highway boundaries. It was created in 1914 to provide guidelines for the design of structures within highway boundaries.

The highway rated guards are available in both round top rail and flat configurations.

Flat Top Rail Cattle Guards

The term flat, refers only to the very top of the rail and is designed to provide a smoother crossing for higher speed traffic. Below, you can see the picture of the rails used.

This guard creates large gaps that create a physical barrier to flat-hoofed cattle. The distance between the rails won’t allow livestock to balance their hooves enough to put weight on their leg. This prevents them from even trying to cross.

They are an effective design and provide a more comfortable ride for cars and trucks while crossing.

Cattle Guard with Round Top Rails

The HS20-rated round rail guards are more economical than the flat. They’re very popular around the country and are typically used in slower traffic areas.

The design features not only the spacing between the rails as a deterrent, but the round top rail is a deterrent on it’s own. The rounded surface won’t allow a flat hoof to easily balance on it. This creates extremely uncomfortable and treacherous footing hoofed animals and they won’t put any weight on their hoofs due to the instability.

Cattle Guard Sizes

Barn World offers a large selection of both round and flat top rail options. Most are available in a 6′ or 8′ distance in the direction of travel. The guards can be bolted side-by-side or end-to-end for extra length or widths. They are designed for public highway use and confirm to the AASHTO load rating requirements

If we can help plan your project or forward a quote for your review, please let us know and we’ll be happy to help!

Barn World – www.BarnWorld.com (720) 238-2190

Sheepskin Saddle Pads

Posted on April 8, 2010 by Rob

Sheepskin saddle pads are economical, offer comfort, fit and performance for all types of riding. They can wick away moisture seven times faster than a synthetic saddle pad. They also offer important shock absorbing cushioning naturally. It will become your favorite piece of horse tack!

These durable pads provide comfort, performance and are available in half, contoured and full length pads.

Sheepskin 1/2 pad

The low-profile half-pad minimizes the sight of the pad and provides excellent performance and comfort. This design includes a pommel roll and an optional cantle roll if desired. These features not only look great, but they also secure your saddle for high performance riding. It’s one of the favorite designs for competitors and casual riders alike.

Sheepskin Contoured Saddle Pad

The contoured pad is one of the most popular all-around pad designs. Like all the sheepskin pads, they offer a thick Australian Merino sheepskin. This material offers relief from pressure points and helps avoid friction between the saddle and your horse.This helps avoid potential sores and discomfort when riding.

The plush material will wick away moisture, heat and sweat allowing your order to perform at their best. Regardless of the discipline, these all-around pads provide comfortable performance and are available with full or partial interior linings.

Contoured Pad Options

Full Length Sheepskin Pads

This all-around pad has the largest overall protection and coverage of any of the pads. It’s available with or without the pommel rolls and the cantle roll comes with the fully-rolled edge.

The superior quality provides great cushioned protection from pressure sores for long-distance riding. They come with partial and full linings in a one inch thick sheepskin.

If you have a long trip ahead of you, this is the packing saddle pad you need!

Sheepskin saddle pads offer superior comfort, wicking abilities and performance for both you and your horse no matter the type of riding you do. The half-pads, contoured and full-length designs literally cover you for any type of riding you may be doing.

If you have any questions, see our entire selection by clicking here and let us know if we can help with anything at all!

Calf Warmer: Give Your Calves The Best Start Possible

Posted on January 28, 2010 by Rob

Now is the time to buy a calf warmer, calving pen and maternity pen. This has been a brutally cold winter across the country which means calves are being born into harsh conditions. Make sure you’re ready and give them a strong start to life.

Why use a Calf Warmer

Our warmers offer the best possible care for a newborn calf. They’re made of long-lasting polyethylene for durability and easy cleaning and create a perfect enclosed environment for a newborn during those first critical hours after birth. The heater, located in a separate enclosure at the rear of the calf warmer, uses a circulating fan and automatic shutoff thermostat to regulate air flow and keep vulnerable newborn calves warm. The inside has enough room so the calf can either stand or lie down. Their instinctive identity scent is not removed, so waiting mothers will reclaim their rejuvenated infants at once.

The warmer has a heater drawer and allows for the replacement of the heater alone. Make sure yours is in good working order or get one of our replacements before you really need it. Don’t end up with your calves in the cab of your truck trying keep warm!

Calving Pens

Calving pens follow the calf warmer closely in utility timing. Starting in the warmer, they grow quickly and a pen is needed. Now is also the time to think about getting a calving pen or maternity pen. We carry two types to help you save calves from difficult heifers. All sides of the square calving pen have an in-and-out swing gate and latch for easy access from any direction. The circular maternity pen has a confinement pen and nursing panels on two sides. You can get an optional self-catching head gate with either model.

Be ready for calving season. Order your calf warmers, heaters, and calving pens now. Call BarnWorld.com for shipping quotes at 720-238-2190.

Do-it-Yourself Radiant Floor Heating Kits

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Rob

Barn World is much more than farm and ranch supplies. One of our newest product additions is the Radiant Floor Heat kits for do-it-yourself projects. Hydroponic radiant floor heating systems are an excellent choice for heating concrete floors in basements, garages, greenhouses, and slab-on-grade additions. Chose from three different sizes of boilers and insulated floor panels for the right size for your project.

These systems feature four different sizes of electric boilers. They’re small and highly efficient and employ patented power-sharing technology. They are UL listed for space heating applications and are known for self-diagnostics and ease of service

Installation

Installing the boilers is simple. Layout your insulated floor panels, mount your boiler panel to the wall, and install the PEX tubing before pouring your slab.

The modular insulated floor panels are available in 1, 2, and 3-inch thicknesses and make installation of the PEX tubing simple and snap-in easy. Using the panels can not only cut your installation time but also provide long-lasting insulation. They keep your tubing from moving while you pour. Most importantly, keep the heat from going into the ground instead of your floor.

After the tubing is installed, connect the PEX tubing to the manifold, and fill the system with antifreeze. Next, purge the air and have your electrician wire the thermostat, circulating pump, and electric boiler.

Once done, you’ll have a silent, long-lasting heat source where it’s most efficient. Your entire floor will provide consistent warmth during your coldest nights.

The panels ship throughout the US in unprotected bags on pallets and are easy to ship and unload.

Visit BarnWorld.com for all your radiant floor heating needs as well as reflective insulation and farm and ranch supplies. Call them at 720-238-2190 with your questions and they’ll be happy to help!

Hog Feeders Delivered To Your Door!

Posted on September 4, 2009 by Rob

Barn World has a complete selection of pig and hog feeders ready to ship directly to your farm. What could be more convenient than having them delivered to your doorstep?

Hog Feeders

One of the largest expenses of raising hogs is the money spent on feed. Wasted feed destroys profits and creates a mess too. On-demand feeders make your hogs ask to be fed before any food is released. It will only dispense when the wheel is turned to help eliminate waste and prevents food from sitting in the trough where it can be turned into ‘play-waste’ as it gets knocked around.

The troughs have feeder bars with paddles on them. Your animals quickly learn to nudge the bars and turn the paddles through the trough to release the food. As the feed bars turn, the paddles sweep along the bottom of the trough. It sounds too good to be true, but the hogs actually clean the trough they are eating from!

Pig Feeders

For the largest weight gains, food should be present at all times. This ensures they establish healthy eating habits and necessary early weight gains but can also lead to a lot of waste.

However, when feed is left sitting in the trough, it can become wasted when it gets scattered around the barn and can actually create an unsanitary mess. The gravity feeder inefficiencies created the need for the on-demand design prevalent in the industry today.

The nursery feeder capacities are as small as one bushel and go all the way up to 15 bushels for larger operations.

Pig to Hog Feeder

Osborne makes a unique feeder that automatically converts from a gravity feed to an on-demand feeder. The mechanical conversion takes place when the pigs learn on their own to move the paddles in the bottom of the trough. As the wheel turns, the individual vents slide shut and require movement to dispense food in the future.

The automatic conversion needs no attention as it converts automatically. Not only are the pigs cleaning the trough by turning the feed wheel paddles, but they’re also converting the feeder to a gravity flow system automatically.

Having gravity replenish the trough is a great way to make sure they can eat at all times and the conversion to on-demands helps eliminate waste when they’re older.

Hog Feeders

These larger capacity feeders are designed for large groups of animals. They come in capacities of up to 105 bushels for large groups of heavy eaters are can be used outdoors year-round.

The 60 bushel Supreme Hog Feeder has door flaps that are lifted for access. The food is always available in the individual scalloped door-covered troughs. IT’s a gravity feeder that provides a constant supply.

The larger Big O Hog Feeder is available in 40, 56, and 90-bushel capacities. It uses on-demand bump bars to dispense food.

The poly material used for the lids and troughs makes them impervious to feedlot acids and they won’t ever rust or corrode!

The on-demand feature helps eliminate waste and maximum profits even when servicing large groups of unsupervised adults. Below is a picture of the Osborne feeder in the field.

Let us know if we can help pick out a feeder for your operation. If you’d like a quote with shipping to your door, we’ll be happy to help!

A Hog Waterer keeps your animals healthy and gaining weight

Posted on September 3, 2009 by Rob

A quality hog waterer will keep your hogs well-hydrated and is a must for overall health and weight gain. It’s not a difficult thing to do and with its large capacity, it will keep clean water available at all times.

This design has drinkers on both sides for easy access and will service large groups at one time. You can also place it in a fence line to provide water to two separate pens at once.

It may seem very basic, but making sure cool water is available year-round is crucial. Providing water in summer with this large capacity hog waterer can relieve heat stress on hot days and keep your hogs comfortable. Hydration also helps with healthy weight gains.

In the winter, it can be used outdoors when coupled with a submersible water heater to keep it from freezing.

Features

Made with 100% non-porous polyethylene, it will not rust or corrode and is impervious to feedlot acids. This construction material also makes it easy to clean!

The trough height is only 6″ tall so even your smallest pigs will be able to drink with ease. With a trough on each side, a lot of thirsty mouths can be served at one time. Each trough lid lip is covered with a heavy-duty, steel-plated chew guard to protect the edge and make for easier cleaning.

Filling with water is easily done through the large, snap-on, and removable lid on top. It will not rust, rot or corrode.

The side walls of the drinker have easy-to-read gallon capacity calibrations molded directly into them. You can also see how much water remains through the translucent wall with a quick glance.

We cannot stress how important it is to keep your hogs healthy. with simple to supply water This quality hog waterer from Sioux Steel has a large capacity to make it easy to keep your animals in good health. Simply fill when empty!

Visit us at Barn World or call 720-238-2190 for all of your livestock supply needs.

Hog Feeders

Posted on September 2, 2009 by Rob

Barn World has both Osborne and Sioux Steel hog feeders to take care of your animals. Take a look at the collection below and make sure you have a fresh supply of food at all times for your hogs.

Hog Feeders

A quality hog feeder provides a stress-free eating environment and keeps a fresh supply of clean food available at all times. The trick with having food accessible for maximum, healthy weight gains is to minimize waste. Each of these feeders has a unique method of keeping the trough clean when not in use to eliminate ‘play waste.’

Large Outdoor Hog Feeder

This large outdoor hog feeder comes in 40, 65, and 90-bushel sizes. They’re all 56″ in diameter but the addition of wall ‘rings’ increases the capacity and overall height. Made with a polyethylene trough to eliminate rusting, the hopper section contains an on-demand-only feeder.

The top is also poly for longevity and the 65 and 90-bushel feeders come with the side ladder shown.

On-demand Feed

The feeder will only be dispensed when your hogs hit the bump bars in the trough. This eliminates standing food and thus food waste. It has 12 individual feeding stations and the trough design eliminates the need for noise doors.

Osborne Hog Feeders

Long known for quality feeders, Osborne makes a full line of pig feeders as well as a large selection of high-quality hog feeders. These feeders are available in capacities from 45 bushels all the way up to 105 bushels.

All of them use the mechanical, on-demand design to dispense feed only when needed. The trough contains a paddle that sweeps horizontally through the bottom of the trough. As the hogs push the wheel to turn it, the paddle cleans the bottom of the trough. This sweeping action releases feed and cleans at the same time!

Feed Control

There is an adjustable feed flow control to help manage how much food is dispensed when the paddles are moved. All of this control helps minimize waste and keeps your feed fresh. These results promote healthy weight gain through efficient feeding and maximize your bottom line.

It eliminates standing and wasted food. When bumped by your hogs, a paddle sweep in the trough cleans itself and prevents food buildup while activating the mechanical dispenser. The system includes an adjustable rate feed flow for precise control and prevents bridging of the finer-sized feeds inside the feeder. The result is money saved in labor and feed that is passed directly to your bottom line!

Hog Feeder with Doors

This very popular feeder has a 60-bushel capacity and uses the traditional doors to protect the trough from the elements. Replacement doors are available individually in case they ever get worn.

It has 12 individual feeding stations, each with its own door. Every trough is designed to accommodate the hog’s jowl and provide comfortable feeding. It has a large hinged and lockable lid to protect its full 60-bushel capacity.

The galvanized 12 gauge steel rings make a 56.5-inch diameter feeding station for hogs from 40 pounds up to a full-grown 250 pounds.

If you’d like more information on the hog feeders or a quote with shipping directly to our address, please contact us at Barn World and we’ll be happy to help.

Portable Shelters Used by the U.N.

Posted on August 14, 2009 by Rob

These portable shelters assembly quickly for the best in instant and portable protection for any purpose. The UN used these relief tents for humanitarian relief efforts.

The United Nations Disaster Relief Organization have used these tents in areas that are in dire need; either from natural disasters or any event that results in a large number of displaced persons as humanitarian tents.

Disaster Response

The U.N. established a new fund designed to expedite their global disaster response. The idea behind this fund was to give the U.N. the capital necessary to quickly send supplies, such as humanitarian tents, to areas in need of relief. The fund is used for quick disaster responses. The shelters used fit the requirement for quick deployment for relief efforts anywhere.

Emergency Shelters

Emergency shelters need to be sturdy enough to withstand an uncertain environment and intuitive enough in its design to be assembled quickly. Like all our portable garages, the tent’s frame is made from heavy duty structural steel. The main cover and doors are made with UV resistant, fire retardant vinyl. They include a fabric floor kit which is comfortable to sit on and backed with industrial strength rubber.

The frame slides together so there is no need for hand tools, drilling or cutting.

These portable shelters accommodate up to 40 people and are versatile enough to be used in hot or cold climates.

Thanks to the ease of construction and the fact that no preparation is needed before set up, these rapid deployment tents are perfect for quick use by the United Nations.

See all of our outdoor portable shelters at Barn World today.