BD plastic slat

Big Dutchman has developed a new plastic slat for ducks in cooperation with the Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences and other experienced experts. The new slat has been designed specifically for the requirements of ducks and can be used in houses completely or partially laid with plastic flooring. The slat improves hygiene and helps reduce the required amount of litter material. Water splashed from nipple or cup drinkers drains easily if the drinkers are installed above the plastic flooring. A further advantage is the improved climate situation in the house.

The webbed feet of ducks are very sensitive, especially compared to chicken feet. We therefore focused on the slats’ surface structure and the shape of the links during the development of the new flooring. The new BD plastic slat has a size of 1200 x 600 mm and is ideally suited for the rearing and growing of Muscovy and Pekin ducks.