Powered Loading Chute For Hogs

Powered Loading Chute For Hogs HOG EQUIPMENT & IDEAS Hog Equipment & Ideas (351) 3-4-12 New from the Rapat Corp., Hawley, Minn., is a powered loading chute for hogs that works like an escalator. Called the Hog-A-Vator, it's especially good for loading stubborn hogs which have been raised in confinement, says Tom Sparrow, president of Rapat. "We feel it fills a need for a safe, fast and easy way to load hogs of all ages," Sparrow told FARM SHOW. The chute features an 18 in. wide ruff-top belt, powered by 110 volt motor. The continuous belt moves at 125 ft. per minute to quickly and safely move hogs up the loading chute. A remote switch allows the belt to be stopped and started as needed to help get hogs started in the chute. The top roller is covered by an expanded metal guard which protects hogs and prevents slippage when they're powered off at the top end and have to step into the truck. The chute's 3 ft. high steel sides provide strength and are easily removed to allow the basic converter to be used for moving bagged material. The sides are smooth and tapered to prevent loading injuries. One man can easily maneuver and unhitch the chute, according to Sparrow. It features an adjustable undercarriage with wheels and hitch to allow towing to different locations. Suggested retail is right at $1,800. For more details, contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Rapat Corp., Hawley Industrial Park, Hawley, Minn. 56549 (ph. 218 483-3344).

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