Technology: Dofygate secure but automated
Self-contained and easily moved, it is a time-saver for livestock farmers.
It is designed to be as secure and reliable as a standard farm gate, but allow automated access by a driver in an approaching vehicle.
Equipped with a solar panel and inbuilt charger, a Dofygate does not require any outside power source, or wires to or between gate posts.
It can absorb a violent encounter before breaking, using a special clutch mechanism.
The standard Dofygate kit caters for a 4.6 metre opening.
Optional extras include anti-theft security brackets.
A unit suitable for quad bikes and similar smaller vehicles is available.
n Livestock handling also figured in a Lamma certificate of merit winning portable livestock handling system which unfolds to provide a freestanding stock pen.
The 3.2 metre by 2.5m Ritchie Stock Cube cube unfolds to a size of 3.2m by x 5.5m.
Carried on a front loader, it is designed to enable a single operator manage the system while easily accessing a secured animal within the penned area.
It is made by David Ritchie Implements in Scotland.
