Get a firsthand look at the GrowerSelect Grow-Disk feed system in action as Kevin Braden from Hog Slat walks through its features at the World Pork Expo.

Maximizing efficiency and productivity in swine production is crucial to ensuring the profitability and sustainability of your operation. One key aspect of this optimization is the feeding system.

Integrating GrowerSelect Grow-Disk feed systems can significantly improve swine operation performance. These automated feeding systems streamline the process, reduce waste and save labor.

Upgrading to Hog Slat's Grow-Disk chain system offers advantages over standard flex augers for new or replacement feed systems. The Grow-Disk Feed System provides an economical and flexible feeding solution for various stages of swine production, including breeding, gestation, farrowing, nursery and finishing.

When pork producers are looking to upgrade their feed system, it is essential to consider the project as a whole, considering all associated costs, including electrical and wiring expenses for motors, to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Known for its flexibility, the GrowerSelect Grow-Disk Feed System incorporates fewer motors than traditional feed systems, reducing maintenance costs. In many layouts, Grow-Disk feed systems only require two motors instead of four with a flex auger feed system. This reduction in the number of motors lowers total equipment and electrical wiring costs in new construction and remodeling projects by allowing motors to be installed closest to where power enters the building.

The advantages of the Grow-Disk system are evident when considering the long-term savings associated with reduced maintenance and energy costs. By opting for a system with fewer motors, pork producers can lower their initial investment and benefit from decreased operational expenses over time. Additionally, the streamlined design of the Grow-Disk feed system minimizes the risk of mechanical failures and downtime, ensuring a reliable and continuous feeding process.

When evaluating feed system options, pork producers must assess the upfront costs, overall efficiency, maintenance requirements and long-term savings potential. By choosing a system like the GrowerSelect Grow-Disk Feed System, which offers a balance of performance, reliability and flexibility, swine producers can make a strategic investment that pays dividends in terms of productivity and profitability for years to come.