Points To Consider When Purchasing A Cattle Loading Ramp

Well designed and constructed loading facilities in quicker, safer loading with less stress on livestock carriers, stock and owners.

The lead up yard to the loading ramp is an essential part to the overall loading facility.

• Safety is number one priority, with quick and easy access in and out of lead up yards.
• Curved lead up yards use natural stock movement principles to promote stock flow.
• Sheeted panels make animals focus on the exit and eliminates other distractions.
• Lead up yards that can break animals in to truck pen sizes makes loading safer.
• Raised walkways can provide safe access to cattle and prevent having to climb up fences.

Cattle Loading Ramp Considerations

• The slope of a loading ramp should be no more than 19 degrees. Some ramps are too steep and will inhibit stock flow.
• The internal width of loading ramps should be a minimum of 710mm.
• Sheeted flooring should have drainage to minimise build up of manure and moisture.
• A level extension will improve cattle flow and provide operator access.
• A non-slip walkway and hand rail provides a safe way to access stock when loading.
• Truckie access doors should only swing inwards.
• Sheeted ramp sides prevent legs getting caught and improve flow.
• A swivel buffer that aligns to the truck prevents gaps between the truck and the ramp.
• Ensure the ramp is stable. Semi-permanent ramps can tip over or move when a truck his them is not secured properly.

Cattle Loading Ramps (Permanent and Mobile)

Heavy Duty Cattle Loading Ramps

19 Degree features

• Level extension top for better cattle flow.
• Truckies access door.
• ¾ sheeted cattlerail sides prevent cattle legs getting caught.
• Non slip walkway with handrail for operator access.
• Suspended concrete floor will not rust, rot or warp.
• Self aligning swivel buffer eliminates gaps so stock feet do not get caught.
• Front H frame in 100 x 100 gal RHS for maximum strength.
• Also available without level extension.
• Can be ordered with walkway on drivers side, passengers side or both sides.
• Rises over 3.3m plus 1.6m level extension.

Options

• Level extension with truckies door.
• Walkway both sides.

12.5 degree features

• Level extension top for better cattle flow.
• Truckies access door.
• ¾ sheeted cattlerail sides prevent cattle legs getting caught.
• Non slip walkway and handrail for operator access.
• Front H frame in 100 x 100 gal RHS for maximum strength.
• Available without level extension.
• Suspended concrete floor will not rust, rot or warp.
• Self aligning swivel buffer eliminates gaps so stock feet don’t get caught.
• Rises over 5.0m plus 1.6m level extension.
• Can be ordered with walkway on drivers side, passenger side or both sides.

Options

• Level extension with truckies door.
• Walkway both sides.

Curved Loading Ramp

Features

• Heavy duty centre construction.
• Fully sheeted sides prevent cattle legs getting caught.
• Non-slip walkway with handrail.
• Swivel buffer eliminates gaps so stock feet don’t get caught.
• 100 x 100 RHS frames for maximum strength.
• Flat extension with truckies door that closes across ramp fully.
• Curved ramp uses basic stock flow principles.

Permanent Under and Over Cattle Ramp

Features

• Designed utilising OH & S guidelines and in conjunction with major trucking companies to maximise stock flow and operator safety.
• Heavy duty frame.
• Level extension for better cattle flow.
• Fully sheeted sides with viewing slot.
• Stepped concrete floor that will not rust, rot or move with stock flow (needs to be poured on site)
• Non slip access stairs, expanded mesh walkway (600mm wide) with mid rail and toe board – meets Australian standards.
• Sliding gates at truck end and truckies access door closes across ramp to prevent operator injury.
• Flat packs for cost effective transporting to site.
• Full construction plans available for simple erection.
• Side loading compatible.
• Self aligning swivel buffer.
• Drop over truck bridge.

Dimensions

• Rises over 9m with a 2.6m level extension and 800mm internal width.

12.5 degree QLD ramp

Features

• All galvanised construction made from 120 cattle rail (oval rail) for durability.
• Walkway both sides, steps at truck end for landing for complete operator access.
• Sliding gate on level section to control stock.
• Batwings to aid side loading.
• Prefabricated construction minimises installation costs.

Options

• Construction available
• Curved

8m Adjustable Cattle Loading Ramp

Features

Designed and manufactured to suit saleyards and feedlot applications where safe and efficient loading of two deck trailers is required.

• Heavy duty construction – frame of 75 x 50 RHS – 2mm galvabond sheet – gantry 200UB.
• Ramp is all galvanised construction – gantry is grey painted (hot dipped option available for gantry).
• Pressed checker plate hot dipped flooring for sure footing and durability.
• Floor has 25mm drainage gap to minimise build up of manure and moisture.
• 8m length is designed to come from 1.1m height to the second deck of cattle trucks. The ramp can either come of an embankment or can be supplied with a fixed section to 1.1m.
• Ramp has a maximum incline of 12 degrees which allows for safe loading of all cattle.
• Ramp is supplied with a three phase electric hoist operated by pendulum.
• Ramp is supported in position by an automatically engaging safety ratchet.
• Walkway in non-slip expanded mesh, with handrail, mid rail and toe rail.
• Ramp uses two door systems to isolate the operator from cattle. The entry door swings across the ramp protecting the operator from cattle coming into the truck from behind. The sliding door can be used to prevent cattle leaving the truck while the operator enters the ramp, or is closing his rear door on the crate.
• The ramp has a viewing slot the entire length of the ramp so the operator can always see the cattle, and use his prodder if required. The slot can also act as a tow hold if the operator enters the ramp for any reason.

Options

• 8m adjustable cattle dump.
• Lead up sections available.