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Shade, Airflow & LGD Feeding Systems to Simplify the Season
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LGDs

Feeding livestock guardian dogs (LGDs) in barnyard and pasture settings often requires dependable dry-feed storage and delivery systems that protect food from weather, pests and waste while maintaining consistent access. Options range from simple gravity-fed units to automated timed dispensers designed for durability and daily rural use.

Chow Hound Automatic Dog Feeder

Chow Hound Automatic Dog Feeder offers a self-feeding setup designed to store dry dog food and provide on-demand access while helping keep feed protected from pests and weather.

Key Features:

  • Galvanized steel construction for durability
  • Magnetized door opens when nudged by the dog and stays shut otherwise
  • Angled chute designed for steady food flow on demand
  • Chew-proof container helps keep food fresh, dry and pest-free
  • Available in 12-, 25- and 50-pound feed capacities

Duncan's 25 LB Dog Feeder

Duncan’s 25 LB Dog Feeder is a wall-mountable dry-feed storage unit designed to dispense kibble on demand while keeping food contained and protected.

Key Features:

  • Holds about 25 pounds of most dry dog food types
  • Made from G90 galvanized steel for rust resistance
  • Lid stays open during filling for easier refilling
  • Nose-activated flap door with magnetic closure
  • Key-slot backing allows wall mounting for raised placement

Small Pet Feeder

The Lamco Small Pet Feeder is an automated feeding unit designed to dispense measured portions on a set schedule without requiring daily supervision.

Key Features:

  • Digital timer for scheduled feeding control
  • Lockable timer box for added protection
  • Rechargeable battery-powered operation
  • Heavy-duty motor for consistent feed delivery
  • Capacity range of 30 to 45 pounds of feed

DF50 Rugged Pet Feeder

The Brower DF50 Big Dog Feeder is a large-capacity feeding unit designed to hold a full 50-pound bag of dry dog food in a durable galvanized steel housing.

Key Features:

  • No sharp edges for improved pet safety
  • “No-waste” feed bowl design
  • Fully assembled and ready to use
  • Designed for long-term service life
  • Notched back allows optional wall mounting

Shade Solutions

Shade structures, ranging from simple sail kits to engineered frameworks, are increasingly used in outdoor environments to moderate heat and sun exposure for animals, plants and people. These systems rely on UV-blocking fabrics, airflow-friendly designs and varied mounting options to create cooler, more usable spaces.

Shade Sail Square

A quick-install shade option for outdoor spaces, the ShelterLogic Square Shade Sail is designed to attach to common fixed points and create adjustable sun coverage.

Key Features:

  • Knitted polyethylene fabric allows rain to pass
  • Blocks up to 90% of UVA and UVB rays
  • Breathable material promotes air circulation
  • Reinforced stitched corners with steel fittings
  • Includes hardware kit with rope, bolts and turnbuckles

DualShade Premium Shade Sail Kit

The DualShade Premium Shade Sail Kit uses dual-color fabric technology to shape light and shade throughout the day.

Key Features:

  • Dual-color HDPE fabric with patented DualShade technology
  • Stainless steel ring attachment points with included hardware kit
  • Permanent installation design with step-by-step instructions
  • Breathable fabric construction that allows airflow and rain passage
  • Fabric rated to block up to 90% of UV rays

HS-2020 Hip Shade Structure

The HS-2020 Hip Shade Structure from Tenshon is a 20-by-20-foot framed shade system supplied as a complete kit with posts, anchor hardware and HDPE shade membrane.

Key Features:

  • Hip structure configuration
  • Includes four square steel posts available in 8-, 10- or 12-foot heights
  • Round steel hip arms and ridge included
  • Comes with four anchor bolt clusters and installation template
  • HDPE shade membrane made with UV-stabilized material and sewing thread

Pre Engineered Shade Sails Kits

The Skyclipse 370 Pre Engineered Shade Sail Kit provides engineered, stamped design plans for shade structures intended for permit-ready installations.

Key Features:

  • Pre-engineered plan sets for 15- or 20-foot hyperbolic parabola structures
  • Includes engineered drawings, calculations and wet-stamped documentation
  • Plans cover both single sail and chain configurations
  • Specifies sail layout with high and low post height design details
  • Designed for permit submission in most states with licensed structural engineering support

Fans

Barn fans play a critical role in managing heat stress and maintaining airflow in livestock housing during hot summer conditions, helping circulate fresh air through enclosed spaces while reducing stagnant heat buildup that can affect animal comfort and productivity across agricultural operations.

24” Indoor/Outdoor Oscillating Wall Mount Fan

The Indoor/Outdoor Oscillating Wall Mount Fan is a three-speed, waterproof circulation fan designed for agricultural spaces where mounted airflow and washdown cleaning are needed.

Key Features:

  • 24-inch fan with 93-degree oscillation range for wide air circulation
  • Three-speed operation controlled by pull chain
  • Waterproof design rated for indoor/outdoor agricultural use and washdown cleaning
  • Includes wall mount bracket and pre-wired 10-inch, three-prong 115-volt cord
  • Aluminum blades with corrosion-resistant guards for durability in barn environments

Orbital Wall Fan

The Hunter Air Circulator Orbital Wall Fan is a 20-inch wall-mounted air movement unit designed to deliver adjustable, remote-controlled airflow in industrial and commercial spaces.

Key Features:

  • Wall-mounted fan with wide oscillation for targeted air circulation
  • High-efficiency three-speed motor for adjustable airflow output
  • Remote control operation for convenient on/off and speed adjustments
  • Powder-coated finish with permanently lubricated components for durability
  • UL-certified design with wall-mount configuration for space-saving installation

Barnstormer

The Barnstormer Fan is a J&D Manufacturing circulation fan used in barns and livestock facilities for air movement and ventilation support.

Key Features:

  • Available in 12-, 20-, 24- and 36-inch sizes for different facility needs
  • Direct drive motor design with no belts or bearings requiring maintenance
  • Patented open-front guard design for tool-free cleaning and access
  • White powder-coated guards designed for corrosion resistance and easier cleaning
  • Compatible with multiple mounting bracket options for varied installation setups

Live Haul Agriculture Fan

The LH48B-FS Live Haul Agriculture Fan from Patterson is a high-capacity airflow unit designed to support ventilation needs in livestock transport and farm environments.

Key Features:

  • Delivers more than 20,000 cubic feet per minute of airflow for high-volume ventilation needs
  • Galvanized steel housing for corrosion resistance in agricultural conditions
  • High-efficiency, IP55-rated motor designed for continuous operation
  • Permanently sealed ball bearings to reduce maintenance requirements
  • Built-in mounting points for simplified installation in the field

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