Slats: Time for an Inspection? Hear It From a Pro

Every barn tells a story—of lessons learned, decisions made, and work done right over time. Across the pork industry, few things reveal that story more clearly than how equipment holds up year after year in real-world conditions.

That’s something Altenburg Construction understands firsthand.

After more than 30 years of inspecting and replacing concrete slats across livestock facilities, Altenburg Construction has seen what holds up—and what doesn’t. From premature cracking to structural failures caused by poor reinforcement or inconsistent pours, they’ve been called in when floors reached the end of their service life—or failed long before they should have.

Through decades of evaluating and replacing aging floors, Altenburg Construction has learned that long-term performance is built—not assumed. In their testimonial, they highlight reinforcement, material quality, and manufacturing precision as the factors that continue to perform over time.

At Hog Slat, slats aren’t just another product line—they’re the foundation our reputation is built on. From every rebar mat to every pour, strength isn’t added later. The years are built in from the start. The goal has always been the same: build slats that perform year after year in real-world conditions.

Even the Toughest Floors Need Attention

Still, even the toughest concrete floors require attention. Time, load, moisture, and daily wear all take a toll. Knowing when to inspect, what to look for, and when replacement is necessary can help you spot early warning signs before small issues become costly or dangerous repairs.

That’s why Hog Slat created a FREE Slat Inspection Guide designed for producers, managers, and contractors in the field. The guide outlines practical, on-site indicators that help take the guesswork out of slat maintenance and replacement.

Download the Field Guide to Slat Replacement

Inside, you’ll learn how to:

• Identify when slats need to be replaced
• Spot early warning signs of structural failure
• Choose high-quality replacement slats built for longevity

Whether your floors are decades old or still early in their lifecycle, proactive inspection protects facilities, animals, and the people who work in them every day.

Hog Slat. Built on Slats. Built to Last.