Stainless Steel Piglet Feeding Trough

Product Overview

The Stainless Steel Piglet Feeding Trough is a round feeding pan made entirely of stainless steel, designed for piglets in the farrowing and nursery stages. The trough has a central metal column with a spiral spring and a fixing knob, which holds the feed and prevents the piglets from stepping into the pan. The round shape and the low rim make it very easy for small piglets to reach the feed, and the smooth stainless surface is simple to clean and disinfect between litters. Unlike plastic troughs, the stainless body will not be chewed, cracked or stained, and it stays bright and hygienic for many years. The central column also keeps the feed in place and reduces spillage, so less feed is wasted on the floor. The trough is designed to stand on the floor of the farrowing pen or to be placed in the creep area, and it is stable enough to stay in place while the piglets feed. With its simple, robust design, this stainless trough is a reliable tool for the most important early feeding stage of the pig, and it is a product that nursery managers regularly choose for its combination of strength and easy hygiene.

Technical Specifications

The trough is manufactured from 304 stainless steel with a wall thickness of 1.0 mm. The pan has a diameter of approximately 300 mm and a depth of 80 mm, and the central column rises about 150 mm above the pan with a spiral spring and a black fixing knob at the top. The spiral spring is made of stainless wire, and the knob allows the spring tension to be adjusted for different feed types. The whole unit weighs about 3 kg and stands on a flat base with a diameter of 300 mm. The trough holds approximately 2 litres of dry feed. The surface is brushed and passivated, and every edge is rounded for the safety of the piglets. The unit is supplied assembled, ready to be placed in the pen, and no mounting or installation is required. Optional versions include a larger pan of 350 mm for bigger litters and a version with a lower column for very young piglets, and spare springs and knobs are available as replacements.

Manufacturing & Quality

The trough is produced with the same disciplined routine as all our stainless equipment. The pan is deep drawn from a laser-cut stainless blank in one piece, giving it a seam-free, strong body. The central column and the spring are welded and fitted, then the complete unit is ground, polished and passivated. Each trough is inspected for dimensions, weld quality, surface finish and the smooth operation of the spring and knob. A sample from each batch is tested for the stability of the unit and the strength of the welds. Because the trough is made from one piece of metal, there are no seams where bacteria could collect, and the smooth surface is very easy to keep clean. This careful production means that every trough delivered to the farm is identical in size and quality, and that it will keep its bright appearance and reliable performance for many years of daily use in the nursery.

Applications

This stainless trough is used in farrowing pens and nurseries, where it is placed in the creep area or on the pen floor for the piglets to reach. It is especially useful during the transition from milk to solid feed, when piglets need a shallow, stable pan that they can approach without fear. The central column keeps the feed contained and stops the piglets from climbing into the pan, and the low rim lets them eat comfortably. The trough is also used in weaner pens, in hospital pens and in quarantine units for young pigs. Because it stands on the floor, it can be moved easily during cleaning, and it can be washed with hot water and disinfectant without damage. The trough works with dry creep feed, crumble and starter pellets, and it can be combined with nipple drinkers to give the piglets everything they need for a healthy start. With daily cleaning, the trough keeps its bright finish and stays hygienic through many batches.

For long-term service, the trough is designed so that the spring and the knob can be replaced individually, and spare parts are available from our factory. The unit is exported in a reinforced carton with an instruction sheet, and it can be shipped by sea or by road without damage. Regular washing with hot water and disinfectant keeps the trough hygienic, and the seamless stainless pan stays bright for many years. The trough is backed by technical support from the factory, including advice on spring tension and feed type for different piglet stages. With its simple design and durable construction, this stainless trough is a dependable tool that serves the nursery for many batches and keeps its quality throughout its service life.