Animal Welfare 

Wind chill factor is an important contributory factor in the cause of many ailments and higher feed consumption in livestock. Galebreaker's specially designed material used in all weather systems, reduces wind speeds by 75% maintaining an even temperature with the gentle draught free ventilation provided.

Environmental Mastitis

Common causes are damp draughty buildings or exposed collection yards. Galebreaker systems fitted to  buildings will reduce the causes of environmental mastitis. Galebreaker material fitted to posts around the collection yard will also reduce the risks by creating a better environment.

Heat Stress - Cattle

A particular problem with high yielding dairy cows. This can affect both yield and conception. Good ventilation is  essential. On average 11 litres of water vapour per cow per day is produced. With inadequate ventilation, damp and condensation, with their associated health problems, are of major concern. Galebreaker Systems will provide the ideal ventilation for optimum conditions by reducing moisture and heat and improving air quality.

Heat Stress - Pigs

Outdoor pigs and housed pigs with access to open yards are susceptible to heat stress in the summer months.  Visible signs are deterioration in skin condition (sun-burn), the less obvious are the effects on fertility. Galebreaker material can be used to provide shade for both outdoor and yarded pigs. Trials on Galebreaker have indicated a significant reduction in radiant heat and light intensity on outdoor pigs.

Pneumonia

One of the most common ailments with housed stock in particular calves. Galebreaker systems have proven to  greatly reduce the risks of pneumonia with the gentle draught-free ventilation provided.

Signs of a Sick Building

Stock huddled together is a clear indication of a draughty building. Livestock housed in buildings clad with  Galebreaker are well spread out.The light environment ensures stress free healthy stock. Condensation, ammonia fumes, mist, damp and draughts are all factors which cause ill-health in housed stock as a result of too much uncontrolled or insignificant ventilation. Galebreaker weather screens are designed to keep out a high proportion of rain and snow providing a drier atmosphere and maintaining drier bedding and yet providing an adequate airflow, all factors which reduce the risk of respiratory diseases. Our specialised Galebreaker material reduces the wind speed by 75% eliminating problems due to wind chill and providing a draught free airflow essential to healthy stock.