Hog Slat Inc. Newton Grove, NC USA May 2023 4 Poultry Feed Systems Suspension Layout and Recommendations Installing the Main Line The typical Suspension Systems are based on ceiling heights of 14’with Suspension Drop points every 8’. DO NOT EXCEED 10’ BETWEEN SUSPENSION DROPS. Adequate overhead structure must be provided to support the weight of the feeders, hoppers, power drive units, etc. The type of installation required depends on the feeder line length. Note: Special support is required at each Hopper location. Power Drive Unit Locations: The feeder line must be supported within 3’ of the Power Drive Unit. This is in addition to the required Power Drive Unit suspension. If the Control Unit or Hopper does not come out directly under a truss, fasten a pulley to a 2” X 8” board that will span 2 trusses and is capable of supporting 300 pounds for the Hopper and 75 pounds for the Control Unit. Feed Hopper Locations: The Feeder Line must be supported within 1’ of the Feed Hopper. This is in addition to the required Feeder Hopper suspension. After determining the type of suspension system required, decide where the Feeder Line is to be installed. Mark a straight line on the ceiling or rafters the full length of the Feeder Line. Use a string, chalk line, or the winch cable, temporarily attached with staples, to mark the line. Center the line directly over where the Feeder Line is to be installed. Double the clamps for feed lines over 350’ as shown below.
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