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Standard
Calf Branding Cradle -
65kg in weight
Features:
- Fitted with either Morrissey catch and spear or
Meng latch
- Efficient and safe for operator and calf
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The "Morrissey" Calf Frame is mounted at the end of a race.
It is recommended that a cement block, or slab, be used to bolt it down;
or it can be bolted to any firmly positioned log or rail having a flat
surface of 3" or wider and located to allow the four holding down
bolts, or coach screws, to be in a line approximately 15" from the
fence. An old motor tyre should be used on the ground to break the fall
of the calf.
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As the calf comes through the
race into the frame, the side nearest the operator is pushed in tight to
grip the calf. This operation is done entirely from the one side and does
not require the operator to reach across the cradle when catching the calf
as is necessary with some of the older type cradles. The cradle can be fitted
with either the Morrissey Catch & Spear or Meng latch. The Morrissey
Catch grips the self-locating spear in the exact position required. This
is done by an electrically hardened knurled cam gripping the solid steel
spear. The Meng latch is a ratchet style latch. The teeth are on the top
of the spear. This avoids damage to the calf's back. The tongue on the catch
is shaped the same as the teeth on the spear for easy release.
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The frame with the calf in it is dropped to the ground - the old tyre
breaking the fall. The frame can now be tightened to give a perfect fit
on the calf. The patent catch can be tightened every fraction. The calf
is securely held for marking, ear marking, innoculations, branding and
dehorning; the frame is open for branding on any position of the exposed
side.
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When the job is completed, the top half of the frame
is released by the simple automatic quick release and thrown open to allow
the calf to get up and move off. This obviates lifting the calf and frame
into the upright position to release the calf. The lower half of the frame
is then lifted upright and the self locating spear enters the catch and
is in position for the next calf.
Please advise branding side when ordering.
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Standard
Size Heavy Duty Cradle - 75kg in weight
Features:
- Same size as standard calf cradle
- Reinforced for use with larger calves
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Variable Options
Features:
- Head rest option
- Made to order
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Calf &
Weaner Cradles
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Weaner
Cradle - 98kg in weight
Features:
- Overall 10% larger
- Works on same principal as standard cradle
- Unsuitable for handling small calves
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Front View
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Back View
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Extra
Heavy Weaner Cradle - 160kg in weight
Features:
- Same size as Weaner Cradle
- Springs to assist lifting cradle back into catching
position
- Checker plate replaces sheet
- Welded both sides
- Every support is gussited
- Bolting stand, full width of cradle
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