Broiler Slatted Floor System

Broiler Slatted Floor System


"Quick Viewing Of Broiler Slatted Floor System"


Brief Introduction

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This design of the broiler slatted floor system reduces disease, improves feed efficiency, and ensures faster, healthier growth.

Picture a broiler house where chickens stand on clean raised slatted floors, droppings fall below instead of staying in the litter, and airflow keeps the air fresh. 

Brief Data

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ItemTypical Range
Birds Per House15,000 – 50,000 broilers
House Width10 – 14 m
House Length60 – 120 m
House Area700 – 1,400 m²
Stocking Density30 – 38 kg/m²
Floor StructurePlastic slatted floor + manure pit or manure belt
Growing Period42 – 45 days
Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR)1.55 – 1.60
Survival Rate96 – 98%
Ammonia Level10 – 20 ppm
Labor Requirement0.6 – 0.8 persons / 10,000 birds
Application NotesImproves hygiene and air quality; reduces footpad dermatitis and labor; suitable for large-scale commercial broiler farms

Why Choosing Taiyu Group's broiler slatted floor system?

  • Taiyu Group has executed turnkey projects worldwide (in Africa, Asia, Middle East, etc.) for both layer and broiler farms.

  • It brings European‑standard design influences and localized support to maximize performance and return on investment.

  • Customizes designs based on the farm’s size, region, climate, and production goals.

Taiyu Group's Case

Broiler slatted floor system case finished installation



Farmers put broilers after installation



How To Choosing Broiler Rearing Equipment?

Here is a deep comparison for you to have a clearer understanding.

Broiler slatted floor system VS broiler cage system VS deep litter system.

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Comparison ItemBroiler Cage SystemSlatted Floor System (Taiyu Group)Deep Litter System
Suitable Scale- ≥100 birds/house- Suitable for intensive large-scale operations- ≥20,000 birds/house- Suitable for large-scale automated farms- Turnkey support by Taiyu Group- ≤20,000 birds/house- Suitable for small-scale farms or regions with abundant litter
Investment Cost (USD/m²)- 30–40 USD- Includes cages, feeders, drinkers, manure belts- 26–37 USD- High initial investment for slats and manure collection- Customized design by Taiyu- 6–11 USD- Mainly cost of litter
Stocking Density (kg/m²)- 38–42- Very high- 34–38- Slightly higher than deep litter- 30–34- Requires dry litter management
Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR)- 1.50–1.55- Excellent- 1.55–1.60- Very good- 1.60–1.65- Slightly lower
Survival Rate (%)- 97–99- 96–98- 94–96
Daily Weight Gain (g/day)- 55–62- 55–60- 50–58
Hygiene / Environment- Excellent- Waste drops below cages- Low ammonia- Good- Manure falls through slats- Cleaner environment- Ammonia 10–20 ppm- Moderate- Litter mixes with manure- Ammonia 20–35 ppm- Requires careful management
Health (Footpad & Respiratory)- Footpad dermatitis 2–5%- Low respiratory issues- Footpad dermatitis 5–10%- Low respiratory issues- Footpad dermatitis 20–35%- High humidity can increase respiratory risk
Labor Requirement (persons/10,000 birds)- 0.5–0.7- Very low- 0.6–0.8- Low labor- Automatic manure removal- 1.0–1.2- High labor- Frequent litter turning and refilling needed
Chicken Behavior / Welfare- Very limited- Cannot scratch or perch- Limited- Can move and stretch- Scratching/perching restricted- Natural- Can scratch, perch, and move freely
Manure Management / Fertilizer Use- High efficiency- Easy collection and fermentation- High efficiency- Manure falls through slats- Easy to collect and compost- Medium efficiency- Manure mixed with litter- Needs separation before use
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All pictures (or videos) of this pages are the application of our broiler slatted floor system in customers' poultry farm. Our technicians have rich experience in localizing farms. 

This guide explains how the slatted floor system for broilers works, its construction, technical details, accessories with their working principles, and the benefits it brings to modern broiler production.


"European Standard Broiler Slatted Floor System Design"


1. Quick Data Overview


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Parameter

Value / Range

Note

System Type

Raised slatted floor

Designed for broiler chicken rearing

Suitable Bird Capacity

1,000–20,000 broilers

Depends on house size & floor area

Unit Dimension (standard)

2.0m × 1.0m per panel

Panels can be customized

Floor Height Above Ground

35–40 cm

For airflow & manure clearance

Slat Gap Size

15–18 mm

Droppings pass, safe for chicken legs

Material (Floor Slats)

Plastic, steel, or composite

Non-corrosive, 8–15 years life

Support Frame

Hot-dip galvanized steel

Rust-proof, long-lasting

Stocking Density

12–14 birds/m²

Standard for broiler comfort & health

2. Structure Breakdown And Layout

The broiler slatted floor system is built with strong panels and a supportive frame to hold bird weight while keeping droppings separated.

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Unit Type

Size (L × W × H) mm

Birds Per Unit

Floor Material

Support Material

Bird Space (cm²)

B1

2,000 × 1,000 × 400

24–28

Polypropylene slats

Galvanized steel

715–830

B2

3,000 × 1,500 × 400

50–60

Composite slats

Galvanized steel

750–780

B3

4,000 × 2,000 × 400

85–100

Galvanized steel slats

Heavy-duty steel

760–800

Example: A 60m × 12m broiler house with slatted floors can hold around 6,500–7,000 birds comfortably, with droppings collected below for easy cleaning.


"The Key Advantages of Broiler Slatted Floor System"


3. System Accessories, Materials And Working Principles

(1) Automatic Feeding Line

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  • Fittings: Feed silo (3–10 tons), galvanized feed pans, auger or chain line

  • Working Principle: Feed silo drops feed into the line. Auger or chain moves feed to pans evenly. Each pan serves 40–45 birds, reducing competition and feed waste.

(2) Nipple Drinking Line

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  • Fittings: PVC pipe, stainless steel nipple drinkers, water tank, pressure regulator.

  • Working Principle: Birds peck the nipple and release clean water directly. Controlled pressure prevents leakage, keeping the broiler slatted floor system dry.

(3) Ventilation Setup

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  • Fittings: Exhaust fans (20,000–25,000 m³/h), side inlets, cooling pads (optional).

  • Working Principle: Fans extract stale air, inlets bring fresh air, and pads lower house temperature in hot weather. This keeps birds comfortable and manure dry.

(4) Manure Collection System

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  • Fittings: Manure belt, gearbox motor, galvanized pulleys.

  • Working Principle: Droppings fall beneath slats onto a belt. The belt carries waste outside for disposal, reducing ammonia buildup and labor.

(5) Lighting Program

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  • Fittings: LED strip lights with controller, backup generator.

  • Working Principle: Broilers thrive with 18–20 hours of light during early growth, reduced to 16 hours later. LED lights save energy and maintain growth rhythm.

4. Capacity And Inputs

Parameter

Value Per 100 Birds

Value For 5,000 Birds

Daily Feed Requirement

11–12 kg

550–600 kg

Daily Water Need

18–20 liters

900–1,000 liters

Manure Produced Daily

7–9 kg

350–450 kg

Growth Cycle (days)

35–42

Market weight achieved

This planning data helps farmers manage feed supply, water tanks, manure handling, and slaughter schedules effectively.


"Why Choose A Broiler Slatted Floor System"


5. Hygiene And Airflow Benefits

The raised broiler slatted floor system allows droppings to fall below the birds, preventing direct contact with waste. 

This reduces the spread of disease, keeps the house air cleaner, and helps broilers convert feed more efficiently. 

With an air gap of 35–40 centimeters below the floor, ammonia levels can be reduced by about 60–65 percent compared to traditional litter systems. 

Mortality also drops by 1–1.5 percent per cycle, while average house humidity stays within a balanced range of 55–65 percent, creating a healthier environment for broiler growth.

6. Farm Efficiency And Economic Benefits


Factor

With Slatted Floor System

Without Slatted Floor

Gain

Feed Conversion Rate

1.65–1.75

1.8–1.9

+7–8%

Labor Requirement

2 workers (5,000 birds)

4–5 workers

-50%

Mortality Rate

2.5–3%

4–5%

40% lower

Market Weight

2.4–2.5 kg/bird

2.2–2.3 kg/bird

+200 g/bird


7. Integrating Farm Knowledge

For best results, farmers should combine the broiler slatted floor system with sound farm practices:

(1) Lighting: Maintain 18–20 hours of light in early stages, then 16 hours for finishing.

(2)Feeding: Provide ~110 g feed per broiler daily; increase gradually as birds grow.

(3) Manure Handling: Remove waste every 2–3 days to prevent odor and fly breeding.

(4) Biosecurity: Separate routes for feed trucks, manure collection, and staff to reduce disease risks.

Think of the system as a cycle: feed enters efficiently, water flows cleanly, droppings exit quickly, and broilers gain weight smoothly.

8. Who Should Choose The Slatted Floor For Broilers?

(1) Farms with 1,000– over 20,000 broilers.

(2) Farmers shifting from deep litter to cleaner, efficient housing like the broiler slatted floor system.

(3) Poultry businesses in humid climates needing better airflow.

(4) Projects seeking to reduce labor costs and improve weight gain.

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