Installation
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Suspended and Stand Feed Loop Systems Installation
The feeder line suspension is a vital part of your feeding system. Take time to thoroughly plan the system to insure
proper operation.
Suspended Systems
Suspended ULTRAFLO
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Floor Feeders typically utilize two types of suspension:
Winch-able
: A winch-able cable system for raising and lowering the empty feeder loops during
installation and house clean-out.
Static Chain Suspension
: A Static Chain Suspension used to support the load of the Feeding System,
feed and birds during regular operation.
1.Suspension Systems have a maximum length of 120’ [36.5 m].
2.A single Winch and suspension system is required to raise and lower the entire Feed Loop.
3.Double Back Pulleys required at the Winch.
4.Special Pulley Assemblies are required to route the Cable.
5.A suspension line is required on each side of any Power Unit to support the weight adequately.
6.A suspension line is required on each side of an Intake Cup to support the weight adequately.
Determine where the feeder line is to be installed. Mark a straight line on the ceiling or rafters the full length of
the feeder line. Use a string, chalk line, or the winch cable, temporarily attached with staples, to mark the line.
Center the line directly over where the feeder is to be installed.
Two cable clamps are required to connect the main cable to the Double Back Pulley.
One cable clamp is required to connect each drop line to the main cable.
Stand Systems
The ULTRAFLO
®
Feeder Loops are designed to sit on Stands with the use of Supports. If you are installing a
Stand system, Skip to
“Loop Components Installation” on page 18
Installation