Warwick saleyards

Thompson Longhorn was responsible for the detailed design, fabrication, and installation of the upgrade works at Warwick Saleyards, Warwick QLD.

The upgrade works included an automated drafting system with overhead operator's walkway, several gates, and panels to integrate with existing infrastructure and installation of guardrails on existing walkways to comply with OH&S requirements.

The cattle enter the automated drafting system through a 360° pneumatic crowding yard and process into a fully sheeted vee profile single laneway. A raised operator's walkway runs alongside both of these pieces of equipment. On exiting the laneway, the cattle are drafted through a 5-way pneumatic lane drafter. The overhead oeprator's walkway runs the length of the lane drafter and along the perimeter fence of the draft pens.

The majority of the upgrade works were installed on an existing concrete slab, requiring minimal additional concrete. This was a challenging project due to the space restrictions and limitations posed by the existing infrastructure. 

Outcomes

  • Reduced labour requirement

  • Improved animal flow

  • Improved safety for both animals and personnel

  • WH&S compliant walkways and steps

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