Waterers
Product Review
IA Engineered Concrete Products (Blue River) 
Bohlmann 
Nelson Mfg. 
Franklin Ind. 
J&D Mfg. 
SSPI Plastics 
Bakko Bros.
Fresh, clean water is essential to all living creatures and livestock can hardly afford to be without water anytime, winter or summer. Quality watering equipment is energy efficient, durable and reliable. When livestock owners invest in a quality water system, they want to be sure it’s serviceable and long lasting. A wide variety of options make it possible to find just the right product to suit your individual needs.
IA Engineered Concrete Products (Blue River)• Epoxy coated, high strength concrete
• Constant flow with automatic temperature sensor
• Optional supplemental electric heat is available
• 2" overflow outlet with stainless steel and plastic hardware
• Easy access doors located on sides of unit for easy hook-up
• Easy to remove hood for quick access to valve
• Supplemental electric heat available
• Easy cleaning with self-sealing funnel-type drain
• Polystyrene insulation
• Bunk warranty for 5 years
• Parts warranty for 6 months
Bohlmann• Tubular chromium plated heating elements and Fenwal thermal switch thermostats ensure years of dependable heating performance
• Optional peaked hood is available for Grade A applications on most waterer models
• Oversized drains are flush mounted with bottom of trough for an increased level of ease during clean out
• New hood and service door hardware is designed for years of trouble-free maintenance while allowing for easy change-out if the need should arise
• Larger service door provides easier access for maintenance
• Drop in hood (no bolts or hinges)
• Summer/Winter water levels
• Raised float area for easy cleaning
• Large 3 1/2" drain area
Nelson Mfg.• Stainless steel or aircraft grade aluminum housings to fit budget requirements
• Stainless steel drinking bowl easily removable to empty, clean and sterilize bowl away from waterer, eliminating water spills in horse stall and pasture
• Patented, balance beam actuated water valve maintains constant supply of fresh drinking water
• Optional electric heater, thermostatically controlled, provides freeze protection even in coldest climates
• Three mounting options – mount livestock waterers on concrete pad, in concrete pipes or directly to barn wall
• Optional water consumption meter
• No rust stainless steel or aluminum housing keeps Nelson Livestock Waterers looking new
Franklin Ind.• Floating lids save 80-90% on heating costs
• Capacity 300 beef cattle, 150 dairy cattle
• Floating lids keep heat in during cold weather and keep water cooler in the summer
• Lids float freely on stainless steel rods
• Two heaters, one under each lid, keep the entire unit ice-free even in sub zero weather
• Valve is easily accessible – no tools required
• Drains at each end make waterer easy to clean
• Twelve concrete mounting points hold the waterer solidly in place
• Rib construction adds to it’s strength
• Floating lids help retard algae growth, and prevent cattle from splashing water out of the unit – eliminating ice build-up and mud
J&D Mfg.• Impact resistant polyethylene won't pit, crack or deteriorate like concrete, or rust and corrode like steel
• Poly is FDA and HPB approved, food grade, recyclable plastic
• Float and valve are in the center of the unit, leaving the full trough
• Open for livestock accessibility
• Rounded, tapered basin won’t collect dirt and manure in the corners
• Large drain plug in the center to rapidly drain water in 20 - 40 seconds
• No tools required for easy maintenance
• Quick release stainless steel hatch and service door
• Bolt down locations for easy mounting
• Submersible heater available (must order separately)
• Non-siphoning to meet “Grade A” dairy requirements
• Insulated with 2”-3.5” thick polyurethane foam
SSPI Plastics• Molded polyethylene construction
• Larger drain plug
• Patented door closure system
• Quick release D-clips
• No tools required
• Easy access to valve
• One piece lid, no air loss
• Closed doors prevent contamination by birds
• Protects against mosquito breeding — lowering the risk of spreading West Nile Virus
• Built in overflow meets non-siphoning requirement
• Water seal and foam rubber gasket
• Corrosion free
Bakko Bros.• Open bowl design
• Draw tube for natural drinking action
• External drain plug for easy cleaning
• Sledge hammer tough, rotationally molded plastic construction
• Inspection cover for easy access to float valve
• External adjustment screw for water level adjustment
• Energy-free models for warmer climates
• Energy-efficient models for cold climates
• Clean, clean, clean
• Many options and accessories to suit your needs
• Perfect for the smallest lamb to the largest buffalo
• Low energy use
• No lids, flaps, disks or balls for the animal to move
• Animals drink naturally and adapt quickly
• Feed trap design keeps feed debris out of the water reservoir
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