Cowshed structure for cold protection and warmth of suckling calves
By designing a cattle shed structure with supporting columns, crossbars, cold-proof cloth, and photovoltaic panels, the problem of cold protection for lactating calves in northern winters has been solved, reducing morbidity and mortality. The structure is also portable and quick to install, making it suitable for large-scale dairy farming of lactating calves in northern regions.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- GANSU NONGKEN TIANMU DAIRY CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-28
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-23
AI Technical Summary
In northern winters, existing technologies cannot effectively prevent cold winds from entering the barn, leading to high morbidity and mortality rates in calves. Furthermore, the barn structure is not easy to install and dismantle quickly.
A cattle shed structure was designed, which includes support columns, upper and lower crossbars, support frame, cold-proof cloth, photovoltaic panels and heat lamps. The windproof curtain is controlled by magnetic strips and combined with protective bars and fences to achieve quick installation and disassembly. It stores electricity during the day, provides heating at night, and blocks cold air from entering.
It effectively reduces the morbidity and mortality of suckling calves, maintains the temperature inside the cowshed, and its structure is easy to install and disassemble, facilitating transportation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to cattle shed structures, specifically to cattle shed structures for keeping nursing calves warm and protected from the cold, and belongs to the field of animal husbandry technology. Background Technology
[0002] A cowshed is a building used to raise dairy cows and beef cattle. Depending on the climate conditions in the north and south, semi-open cowsheds, plastic greenhouse cowsheds, etc. can be built. Replacement cattle (calves, growing cattle, and young cattle) are the reserve force of a ranch. A continuous supply of high-quality replacement cattle is the key to the high-level operation of a ranch. Only high-quality replacement cattle can have a high yield per unit after they start producing. Among them, the raising of calves is particularly important, especially suckling calves, which have weak resistance after birth and require careful care.
[0003] Most large-scale ranches in China are currently concentrated in the north, where winter temperatures are low, with nighttime lows dropping to below -20°C. The simple straw bedding in the calf islands is insufficient to protect against the cold winter climate. The incidence of pneumonia and diarrhea in suckling calves is highest throughout the year, resulting in low survival rates. In particular, suckling calves aged 0-20 days have poor active immunity and weak resistance to cold, leading to higher morbidity and mortality rates and high costs for subsequent treatment.
[0004] Therefore, a cold-proof and warm cattle shed structure for nursing calves is proposed here. Utility Model Content
[0005] This utility model proposes a cold-proof and warm cattle shed structure for suckling calves. It can effectively block cold air from entering without affecting the cattle's entry and exit, prevent the loss of internal temperature, reduce the morbidity and mortality of suckling calves, and allow for quick installation and disassembly of the cattle shed for easy transportation.
[0006] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a cold-proof and warm cattle shed structure for suckling calves, comprising two sets of support columns, each set having two support columns, a lower crossbar and an upper crossbar fixed between the two support columns, a support frame fixed to the top of the upper crossbar, a set of heat-insulating lamps installed at the top of the support frame, cold-proof cloth fixed to the outer surface of the support frame and support columns, and a photovoltaic panel installed above the cold-proof cloth.
[0007] Furthermore, the support frame is internally fitted with bolts, and the bottom end of the bolts penetrates the support frame and is threaded onto the top of the heat-insulating lamp.
[0008] Furthermore, a transmission wheel is fixedly sleeved on the top of the bolt, and the outer diameter of the transmission wheel is larger than the outer diameter of the bolt.
[0009] Furthermore, a connecting frame is fixed to one side of the cold-proof cloth located above the support frame, and the connecting frame is fixed to the bottom surface of the photovoltaic panel.
[0010] A set of windproof components is provided between the two support columns. The windproof components include windproof curtains fixed to one side of the support column and the upper crossbar. Each side of the windproof curtain that is close to the other is fixed with a first magnetic strip, and two adjacent first magnetic strips can use magnetic force to close the windproof curtain.
[0011] Furthermore, a second magnetic strip is fixed to one side of the lower crossbar, and the height of the second magnetic strip is lower than the height of the first magnetic strip, which allows the bottom surface of the windshield curtain to move on the upper surface of the lower crossbar and the second magnetic strip.
[0012] A protective assembly is provided between the two support columns. The protective assembly includes a set of protective rods installed between the two support columns. Each protective rod and each support column has a sliding groove on one side. A second connecting shaft slides inside the sliding groove. Each protective rod and each support column has a first connecting shaft fixedly sleeved on one side. Two connecting rods are rotatably sleeved around the periphery of each second connecting shaft. The top ends of the two connecting rods are respectively rotatably sleeved around the periphery of two adjacent first connecting shafts.
[0013] Furthermore, the bottom surface of the protective rod is higher than the upper surface of the lower crossbar, and the top surface of the protective rod is lower than the bottom surface of the upper crossbar.
[0014] Furthermore, the perimeter of the cold-proof cloth is surrounded by a fence, which is installed on the ground using ground plugs, and a limit rod is installed between every two adjacent fences by screws.
[0015] This utility model provides a cold-proof and warm cattle shed structure for suckling calves, which has the following beneficial effects:
[0016] The cowshed structure for suckling calves is designed to be cold-proof and warm. During the day, it can store electricity through photovoltaic panels and turn on heat lamps at night to heat the inside of the cowshed. At the same time, the windproof curtain is closed by the first and second magnetic strips, which can effectively block cold air from entering without affecting the cows' entry and exit, prevent the loss of internal temperature, and reduce the incidence and mortality of suckling calves.
[0017] This calf-friendly, cold-proof cattle shed structure involves adjusting two sets of support columns to a suitable distance and inserting them into the ground. The distance between multiple protective bars is adjusted according to the shed's needs. The upper and lower crossbars are installed using screws, and then the support frame is installed on top of the upper crossbar. Finally, cold-proof cloth is installed on the outside of the support columns and frame using screws. The drive wheel is manually rotated to install heat lamps on the inner ceiling wall of the shed. This allows for quick installation and disassembly of the shed, facilitating its storage and transportation. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the cold-proof cloth in this utility model;
[0020] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional cross-sectional view of the internal structure of the cold-proof cloth in this utility model;
[0021] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the support column and the protective rod in this utility model.
[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures
[0023] 1. Support column; 2. Lower crossbar; 3. Upper crossbar;
[0024] 4. Heat lamp; 41. Bolt; 42. Drive wheel;
[0025] 5. Support frame;
[0026] 6. Windproof component; 61. Windbreak curtain; 62. First magnetic strip; 63. Second magnetic strip;
[0027] 7. Connecting frame; 8. Photovoltaic panel;
[0028] 9. Protective component; 91. Protective rod; 92. Slide groove; 93. First connecting shaft; 94. Second connecting shaft; 95. Connecting rod;
[0029] 10. Cold-proof cloth; 11. Fence; 12. Limiting bar. Detailed Implementation
[0030] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this application.
[0031] Please see Figures 1-4 The present invention proposes the following implementation scheme: a cowshed structure for cold protection and warmth for nursing calves, including two sets of support columns 1, each set of support columns 1 having two columns, a lower crossbar 2 and an upper crossbar 3 fixed between the two support columns 1, a support frame 5 fixed at the top of the upper crossbar 3, a set of heat lamps 4 installed at the top of the support frame 5, and a cold protection cloth 10 fixed on the outer surface of the support frame 5 and the support column 1, and a photovoltaic panel 8 installed above the cold protection cloth 10.
[0032] Please refer to this carefully. Figure 3 Bolt 41 is fitted inside the support frame 5, and the bottom end of bolt 41 passes through the support frame 5 and is threaded onto the top of the heat lamp 4.
[0033] The top of the bolt 41 is fixedly fitted with a transmission wheel 42, and the outer diameter of the transmission wheel 42 is larger than the outer diameter of the bolt 41.
[0034] The cold-proof cloth 10 is fixed to a connecting frame 7 on one side above the support frame 5, and the connecting frame 7 is fixed to the bottom surface of the photovoltaic panel 8.
[0035] In the above scheme, electricity can be stored in the photovoltaic panel 8 during the day and the heat lamp 4 can be turned on at night to heat the inside of the cowshed.
[0036] Please refer to this carefully. Figure 2 and Figure 3 A set of windproof components 6 is provided between the two support columns 1. The windproof components 6 include windproof curtains 61 fixed to one side of the support column 1 and the upper crossbar 3. Each side of the windproof curtains 61 that is close to each other is fixed with a first magnetic strip 62, and two adjacent first magnetic strips 62 can use magnetic force to close the windproof curtains 61.
[0037] Please refer to this carefully. Figure 3 A second magnetic strip 63 is fixed to one side of the lower crossbar 2, and the height of the second magnetic strip 63 is lower than the height of the first magnetic strip 62, which allows the bottom surface of the windbreak curtain 61 to move on the upper surface of the lower crossbar 2 and the second magnetic strip 63.
[0038] In the above scheme, the windbreak curtain 61 is closed by using the first magnetic strip 62 and the second magnetic strip 63, which can effectively block the cold air from entering without affecting the cattle's entry and exit.
[0039] Please refer to this carefully. Figure 3 and Figure 4 A protective assembly 9 is provided between the two support columns 1. The protective assembly 9 includes a set of protective rods 91 installed between the two support columns 1. The protective rods 91 and one side of the support column 1 are provided with a sliding groove 92. The second connecting shaft 94 slides inside the sliding groove 92. The protective rods 91 and one side of the support column 1 are fixedly sleeved with a first connecting shaft 93. Two connecting rods 95 are rotatably sleeved on the periphery of the second connecting shaft 94. The top ends of the two connecting rods 95 are respectively rotatably sleeved on the periphery of the two adjacent first connecting shafts 93.
[0040] Please refer to this carefully. Figure 4 The bottom surface of the guard rod 91 is higher than the upper surface of the lower crossbar 2, and the top surface of the guard rod 91 is lower than the bottom surface of the upper crossbar 3.
[0041] In the above scheme, after adjusting the two sets of support columns 1 to a suitable distance, they are inserted into the ground. The distance between multiple protective rods 91 is adjusted according to the needs of the cattle shed, so that the second connecting shaft 94 can move inside the slide groove 92. At the same time, the angle of the connecting rod 95 is changed to increase the stability between the protective rods 91.
[0042] Please refer to this carefully. Figure 1 The perimeter of the cold-proof cloth 10 is equipped with a fence 11, and the fence 11 is installed on the ground using a ground plug. A limit rod 12 is installed between every two adjacent fences 11 by screws.
[0043] The above solution allows for the disassembly and installation of the fence 11 and the limiting rod 12.
[0044] In use, the following steps are taken: After adjusting the two sets of support columns 1 to a suitable distance, insert them into the ground. Adjust the distance between multiple protective rods 91 according to the needs of the cattle shed, so that the second connecting shaft 94 can move inside the sliding groove 92. At the same time, change the angle of the connecting rod 95 to increase the stability between the protective rods 91. Install the upper crossbar 3 and the lower crossbar 2 with screws. Then, install the support frame 5 on the top surface of the upper crossbar 3. Then, install the cold-proof cloth 10 on the outside of the support column 1 and the support frame 5 with screws. Manually rotate the transmission wheel 42 to install the heat lamp 4 on the inner top wall of the cattle shed. This allows for quick installation and disassembly of the cattle shed, facilitating its transportation. During the day, the photovoltaic panel 8 can store electricity, and at night, the heat lamp 4 can be turned on to provide heating inside the cattle shed. At the same time, the windproof curtain 61 can be closed using the first magnetic strip 62 and the second magnetic strip 63, which can effectively block cold air from entering without affecting the cattle's entry and exit, preventing the loss of internal temperature and reducing the incidence and mortality of suckling calves.
[0045] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A cold-proof and warm cattle shed structure for suckling calves, comprising two sets of support columns (1), characterized in that: The number of each set of support columns (1) is two. A lower crossbar (2) and an upper crossbar (3) are fixed between the two support columns (1). A support frame (5) is fixed at the top of the upper crossbar (3). A set of heat-insulating lamps (4) are installed at the top of the support frame (5). A cold-proof cloth (10) is fixed on the outer surface of the support frame (5) and the support column (1). A photovoltaic panel (8) is installed above the cold-proof cloth (10). A set of windproof components (6) is provided between the two support columns (1). The windproof components (6) include windproof curtains (61) fixed on one side of the support column (1) and the upper crossbar (3). The windproof curtains (61) are fixed with first magnetic strips (62) on the side of each other. The two adjacent first magnetic strips (62) can close the windproof curtains (61) with magnetic force. A protective assembly (9) is provided between the two support columns (1). The protective assembly (9) includes a set of protective rods (91) installed between the two support columns (1). The protective rods (91) and one side of the support column (1) are provided with a sliding groove (92). A second connecting shaft (94) slides inside the sliding groove (92). A first connecting shaft (93) is fixedly sleeved on one side of the protective rods (91) and one side of the support column (1). Two connecting rods (95) are rotatably sleeved on the periphery of the second connecting shaft (94). The top ends of the two connecting rods (95) are respectively rotatably sleeved on the periphery of the two adjacent first connecting shafts (93).
2. The cattle shed structure for cold protection and warmth preservation for suckling calves according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support frame (5) is fitted with a bolt (41) inside, and the bottom end of the bolt (41) passes through the support frame (5) and is threaded onto the top of the heat lamp (4).
3. The cattle shed structure for cold protection and warmth preservation for suckling calves according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the bolt (41) is fixedly fitted with a transmission wheel (42), and the outer diameter of the transmission wheel (42) is greater than the outer diameter of the bolt (41).
4. The cattle shed structure for cold protection and warmth preservation for suckling calves according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cold-proof cloth (10) is fixed with a connecting frame (7) on one side above the support frame (5), and the connecting frame (7) is fixed to the bottom surface of the photovoltaic panel (8).
5. The cattle shed structure for cold protection and warmth preservation for suckling calves according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second magnetic strip (63) is fixed to one side of the lower crossbar (2), and the height of the second magnetic strip (63) is lower than the height of the first magnetic strip (62), which enables the bottom surface of the windbreak curtain (61) to move on the upper surface of the lower crossbar (2) and the second magnetic strip (63).
6. The cattle shed structure for cold protection and warmth preservation for suckling calves according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the guard rod (91) is higher than the upper surface of the lower crossbar (2), and the top surface of the guard rod (91) is lower than the bottom surface of the upper crossbar (3).
7. The cattle shed structure for cold protection and warmth preservation for suckling calves according to claim 1, characterized in that: The perimeter of the cold-proof cloth (10) is provided with a fence (11), and the fence (11) is installed on the ground by means of a ground plug. A limit rod (12) is installed between every two adjacent fences (11) by screws.