A-Type 4-Tier Layer Farm Cages for 10,240 Birds Project in Zambia
Project Overview
In March 2022, Livi Machinery successfully delivered and supported the installation of A-Type 4-Tier Layer Farm Cages for a medium-sized commercial egg farm in Lusaka Province, Zambia. The client, aiming to house 10,240 laying hens, was transitioning from floor-raising to cage farming to improve productivity, hygiene, and egg quality. This project marked a significant upgrade for the farm, introducing semi-automation and scientific bird management.
Client Requirements and Customized Solution
The client needed:
- Housing for over 10,000 laying hens with good ventilation and space utilization
- Durable, corrosion-resistant cage structures suitable for local climate
- Improved labor efficiency in feeding and manure removal with cost control
- Professional technical guidance on layout and installation
Livi proposed a 2-row × 4-tier layout using A-Type 4-Tier Layer Farm Cages combined with cost-effective semi-automated equipment.
Farm Layout and Equipment Supplied
To accommodate 10,240 birds, the chicken house was equipped with 64 sets of A-Type 4-Tier Layer Farm Cages, arranged in 2 rows.
Equipment Supplied:
- 64 sets of A-Type 4-Tier Layer Farm Cages (hot-dip galvanized)
- 1 gantry-type automatic feeding machine (serving the whole house)
- 1 scraper-type manure cleaning machine (one-to-three, suitable for 2 rows)
- Nipple drinking system with pressure regulators
- House layout plan, installation tools, and spare parts
Installation and Technical Support
Livi provided:
- Detailed construction and cage layout drawings
- Remote video support for installation
- Online training for operation and maintenance
- Ongoing technical assistance post-installation
The system was successfully installed and became operational within 3 weeks.
Customer Feedback
The farm owner reported:
- Cage system is sturdy and suitable for local conditions
- Labor costs reduced significantly with automated feeding and scraper cleaning
- Improved egg quality and cleaner environment
- Efficient manure removal and easy maintenance
The client plans to expand with Livi’s support in the future.
Why Choose Livi’s A-Type 4-Tier Layer Farm Cages?
Our A-Type 4-Tier Layer Farm Cages provide:
- High space utilization with stable and corrosion-resistant cages
- Compatibility with cost-effective semi-automation systems
- Expert layout and technical support for local farms
- Scalable solutions for growing poultry operations
