Modern pig farms generate enormous amounts of data - but data alone doesn't create value. The real impact comes from integrating climate, feed, water, and weight data into one unified system.

What Integration Enables

Cross-parameter Insights

Correlating multiple data streams highlights trends that would remain hidden if viewed separately. For example, rising temperatures with declining feed intake can reveal early signs of heat stress before it comes visible in animal behavior.

Automated Reporting

Integrated data flows simplify documentation for audits, sustainability reporting, and compliance requirements - saving hours of manual work.

Predictive Analytics

Historical patterns support forecasting, allowing the system to alert before a potential issue escalates. This enables early interventions that protect both animal health and performance.

Benchmarking and Comparison

With all data in one place, farm managers can easily compare barns, batches, production cycles, or even farm locations. This visibility highlights improvement opportunities and supports more consistent results across operations.

Practical Examples

• Detecting ventilation malfunction before pigs show symptoms of stress
• Identifying feed system irregulates through water-feed correlation
• Improving batch uniformity by adjusting climate based on growth data
• Reducing labor time spent on manual checks
• Identify issues in the barn online without being in the house

Capacitive Sensor with Built-In Heating

In environments where temperature fluctuations and high humidity pose a challenge to sensor reliability, the DOL 44 Capacitive Relay Sensor stands out as a robust solution. This advanced sensor features an integrated heating element, specifically designed to prevent condensation and ice buildup — a common problem in very cold or damp settings that can impair sensor accuracy and longevity.

Capacitive sensors operate by detecting changes in capacitance caused by the presence of materials, making them ideal for monitoring levels of grain, feed, and solids. However, in environments with condensation and cold temperatures, moisture and ice can interfere with sensor readings. The DOL 44 counters this issue by maintaining a stable internal temperature, ensuring consistent performance regardless of external conditions.

The built-in heating function not only increases the reliability of the sensor but also extends its operational life in demanding agricultural, industrial, or outdoor applications.

Damaged Mechanical Switches Cause Problems in Livestock Feed Lines

In the world of livestock production, efficient and reliable feed delivery systems are crucial. These systems often rely on sensors to regulate and monitor feed flow.

Among the most commonly used are mechanical switches and capacitive sensors. While each has its advantages, there are some distinct problems associated with mechanical switches compared to capacitive sensors.

Mechanical Switches: Prone to Wear and Tear

Mechanical switches function through physical contact, which inherently makes them prone to wear and tear. In a livestock feed line, these switches are subjected to constant movement and abrasive feed materials, leading to a gradual degradation of their components. Over time, this can result in:

Increased Maintenance

Frequent replacements and adjustments become necessary as parts wear out. This means more work and more unwanted disturbances to the livestock.

Inaccuracy

Worn-out switches may fail to accurately detect feed levels, leading to overfilling or underfeeding. Every farm manager knows that this will have a huge effect on the production since it increases the risk of mold formation in the litter, leads to feed spill, and influences the growth of the livestock significantly.

Downtime

Failure of a mechanical switch can halt the feeding process, leading to downtime in operations. As with inaccuracy, downtime will influence the growth of the livestock and in extreme conditions lead to a large production loss.