Studies on Development of an Efficient Manure-removing-machine in Open Type Poultry House (I)

Traction Performance and Efficiency of Removal of Manure

Abstract

For the purpose of efficient removal of manure in open type poultry houses, an self-running manure-removing-machine was developed. A new type of pulley, which is different from conventional pulley attached to PTO (power-take-off) shaft of engine, was also manufactured.
Traction performance of the developed manure-removing-machine was examined. Tractive force was measured in relation with revolution number of engine, position of shift-lever, kinds of tires, air pressure of the tires and condition of road surface. Furthermore, efficiency of removal of manure was investigated.
As the results, the developed manure-removing-machine showed stable running-performance and efficiency of removal of manure of 70-100% was achieved.