Action Sheds Australia Reveals All You Need to Know About Cow Barn Flooring
Announcement posted by Action Sheds Australia 13 Feb 2014
Perth company specialising in sheds and barns provides useful tips for designing comfortable and resilient flooring for dairy cows.
Perth, WA, 13 February 2014 - There are many farms scattered across the country that provide dairy products with the help of their trusty cows. Making sure that these animals remain healthy is the key to ensuring the success of the farm and dairy production. Lameness is a major problem among dairy cows and is partially caused by the negative effects of having the wrong type of flooring in a barn or shed.
Now, since floors that are too hard or inappropriately designed can be damaging to the cows and their overall health, it is important for farmers to design the barns and sheds for their dairy cows with the right kind of flooring in mind.
Only a few know more about storage sheds and how they should be designed than Max Italiano, Owner of Action Sheds Australia, a company that serves the Perth area with its expertly designed and built units.
“Flooring is a very important aspect of the building of a shed or barn and this is especially true if you plan on making one as a home for dairy cows. They need flooring that is comfortable on their feet so that they do not develop lameness or other health problem. A dry floor is better as well because it is easier to clean; durability on the part of the floor is also important so that it can withstand the pressure for a long time.”
After outlining dryness, comfort and durability as the three important characteristics of a good barn floor, Italiano then explains the different kinds of flooring available.
“Concrete flooring is the most popular choice for cow sheds but you have to be careful not to get hard concrete that will hurt the cows’ hooves. Rather, use concrete that is grooved or smoother, so that it is more comfortable. Alternatives to concrete are also viable, especially rubber and certain types of wood. All of these are fairly economically friendly.”
In addition to the materials used, other features can impact the value and usefulness of the floor, as Italiano continues.
“The material is the most important part of the shed flooring, but other factors matter as well. For example, many farmers like to include slight sloping on the floor so that water can run off, making it easier to clean the shed. The slope can also serve as a division for the unit. This is a good idea, but be sure not to make it too steep. Usually, two percent is a good rate for the incline and you should try not to go over four.”
Italiano concludes by explaining the role his company can play in the designing and building of a farm shed for dairy cows.
“Our company has many years of experience in designing sheds like this, so we know that a good amount of planning goes into something like this. Once you have the plan laid out, the perfect shed for your dairy cows is a sure thing and we’re with you every step of the way to help you with the designing and building process.”
Action Sheds Australia is known for designing and building all kinds of barns, farm sheds, storage sheds and stables all throughout the Perth area and beyond. To learn more about them and how to get their help, call them on 1300 778 628 today to start building the perfect shed. You can also check out their website: http://www.actionsheds.com.au/.
Now, since floors that are too hard or inappropriately designed can be damaging to the cows and their overall health, it is important for farmers to design the barns and sheds for their dairy cows with the right kind of flooring in mind.
Only a few know more about storage sheds and how they should be designed than Max Italiano, Owner of Action Sheds Australia, a company that serves the Perth area with its expertly designed and built units.
“Flooring is a very important aspect of the building of a shed or barn and this is especially true if you plan on making one as a home for dairy cows. They need flooring that is comfortable on their feet so that they do not develop lameness or other health problem. A dry floor is better as well because it is easier to clean; durability on the part of the floor is also important so that it can withstand the pressure for a long time.”
After outlining dryness, comfort and durability as the three important characteristics of a good barn floor, Italiano then explains the different kinds of flooring available.
“Concrete flooring is the most popular choice for cow sheds but you have to be careful not to get hard concrete that will hurt the cows’ hooves. Rather, use concrete that is grooved or smoother, so that it is more comfortable. Alternatives to concrete are also viable, especially rubber and certain types of wood. All of these are fairly economically friendly.”
In addition to the materials used, other features can impact the value and usefulness of the floor, as Italiano continues.
“The material is the most important part of the shed flooring, but other factors matter as well. For example, many farmers like to include slight sloping on the floor so that water can run off, making it easier to clean the shed. The slope can also serve as a division for the unit. This is a good idea, but be sure not to make it too steep. Usually, two percent is a good rate for the incline and you should try not to go over four.”
Italiano concludes by explaining the role his company can play in the designing and building of a farm shed for dairy cows.
“Our company has many years of experience in designing sheds like this, so we know that a good amount of planning goes into something like this. Once you have the plan laid out, the perfect shed for your dairy cows is a sure thing and we’re with you every step of the way to help you with the designing and building process.”
Action Sheds Australia is known for designing and building all kinds of barns, farm sheds, storage sheds and stables all throughout the Perth area and beyond. To learn more about them and how to get their help, call them on 1300 778 628 today to start building the perfect shed. You can also check out their website: http://www.actionsheds.com.au/.