Medium Pig Sorting Board

Product Overview

The medium pig sorting board is the standard size in the red plastic baffle range, printed on the image with a width of 76 cm, a height of 97 cm and a thickness of 3.2 cm. It is a rectangular red shield covered with moulded reinforcing ribs, with two long hand slots at the top and three vertical hand slots along the right edge. The handler holds the board in front of the pig to block its line of sight and direct movement through pens, alleys and loading bays, without hitting the animal. This medium size is the everyday choice for finishing pigs, gilts and lighter sows.

At 76 cm wide and 97 cm tall, the board covers the body of a mid-size pig, so the animal cannot easily see around the edge and bolt. The two top handles allow both hands to be used for steadying the board, while the side slots give one-handed sideways steering. The bright red colour stands out against concrete and slatted floors, which helps both handler and pig stay oriented during driving work.

Key Features and Benefits

• Medium 76 by 97 cm size - covers finishing pigs and gilts in normal alleys.
• 3.2 cm thick rigid face - thicker than the small board, for heavier pigs.
• Twin top handles - two slots let the handler hold the board with both hands.
• Side hand slots - three vertical slots allow sideways steering and one-hand grip.
• Moulded reinforcing ribs - the grid pattern keeps the board stiff without adding weight.
• Bright red colour - highly visible on grey pen walls and slatted floors.

Technical Specifications

• Product name: medium pig baffle, pig sorting board
• Width: 76 cm
• Height: 97 cm
• Thickness: 3.2 cm
• Material: red plastic
• Grip: two top hand slots plus three side vertical slots
• Surface: moulded reinforcing rib pattern
• Application: guiding finishing pigs, gilts and lighter sows

Materials and Quality

The board is moulded in bright red engineering plastic with a smooth front face and a grid of reinforcing ribs on the reverse. The 3.2 cm thickness is slightly greater than the small model, which gives extra rigidity against heavier pushing pigs. The hand slots are cleanly cut with rounded internal edges, so the handler can grip firmly without wrist abrasion. The red plastic resists ammonia air in pig barns and hoses cleanly, and each board is checked for cracks, slot edges and surface finish before packing.

How to Use and Maintain

Slide both hands through the top slots to steady the board, or use one side slot for sideways turning. Place the board between handler and pig, and use the solid face to block line of sight, guiding the pig toward the door or alley. Do not strike the pig; visual blocking and gentle pressure are enough. After use, hose off manure and stand the board vertically to dry. Check the hand slots and reinforcing ribs for cracks periodically, and replace any board that flexes excessively under pressure.

Applications

This medium baffle is the everyday board on finishing farms, breeding units and transport loading bays that move pigs in the 60 to 120 kg range. It suits standard alley widths and works for sorting, vaccination runs and loading into trucks. Because it is larger than the small board but lighter than the large one, it is the most versatile size on a typical farm.

Farms usually keep a mix of sizes: the small board for the nursery, the medium for the finishing section, and the large for sows and boars. Distributors stock the medium size as the highest-volume SKU in the sorting board range, and it is commonly shipped together with pig hurdles, kicking sticks and alley gates. The twin top handles also let the handler rest the board against the chest for a few seconds during long driving sessions, which reduces arm fatigue. Because the medium board fits most standard alley widths, it is the size most often seen at loading bays and during vet visits. The rounded edges mean it can be slid along pen bars without catching, which speeds up daily movement routines. Because the medium board covers most finishing sizes, many farms buy three or four of them at once so each alley has one ready. The side slots also let the handler hook the board onto a pen gate during breaks, leaving both hands free to open doors or sort feed. The 3.2 cm thickness means the board can absorb a lean from a 100 kg pig without bending, which is the main reason handlers trust it on the finishing line.

Why Choose Hebei Yilu Shunfeng Breeding Equipment

Hebei Yilu Shunfeng Breeding Equipment Co., Ltd. specializes in poultry, livestock and farm breeding equipment for farmers and distributors worldwide. Every product is checked before shipment to ensure consistent quality, and orders are packed with export-grade packaging to protect the goods during transport. Our sales team can provide specification sheets, packing details and shipping advice for any order size. If you need more information about this baffle, packaging options or mixed container loads, please contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the medium size suited for?

The 76 by 97 cm board is the everyday choice for finishing pigs, gilts and lighter sows in normal alleys and loading bays.

Q2: How thick is it?

The printed thickness is 3.2 cm, slightly thicker than the small board, which gives extra rigidity against heavier pigs.

Q3: How many grip slots are there?

There are two long slots at the top for two-handed holding and three vertical slots along the side for one-handed sideways steering.

Q4: Can it be used for sows?

For full-size sows and boars, choose the large 120 cm board. The medium size is suited for finishing pigs and gilts.