Heating systems
An ideal temperature in every poultry house
Ideal house temperatures have a substantial influence on the health and performance of poultry. Adequate heating systems are therefore a necessity in many climate zones. The goal is to maximise the heat output and to transfer this heat to the birds in an optimum way while keeping energy costs as low as possible.
Big Dutchman offers several different heaters that are fuelled by gas or oil, or use hot water.
JetMaster
Heaters with 100 % heat output for operation with natural gas or propane gas
JetMaster is a tried and tested heater that has been part of the Big Dutchman product range for many years. JetMaster heaters are available for operation with natural gas or propane gas as well as fuel oil and are controlled thermostatically. Since the flame is monitored, the gas supply is immediately interrupted should the heater not ignite or the flame extinguish.
The built-in fan provides a wide throwing range, so distributing the warm air optimally in the house. The control unit provides information about the heater’s operating state.
Ventajas importantes
- the generated heat is 100 % beneficial to the birds: no heat loss;
- no chimney connection necessary;
- easy installation;
- excellent value for money.
JetMaster with flue gas exhaust
Heaters with indirect combustion and low energy consumption
JetMaster heaters with flue gas exhaust are available for operation with fuel oil, natural gas or propane gas. Due to the closed combustion chamber, the house air remains free of excess carbon dioxide and other harmful gases, as these leave the building through a chimney.
The built-in fan provides a wide throwing range, so distributing the warm air optimally in the house. With the DXC and RGA models, fresh air required for combustion is drawn in from outside through a double-walled chimney. The fresh air is pre-heated in this manner, which increases efficiency.
Ventajas importantes
- no flue gases reach the air in the house;
- the ventilation rate can be reduced;
- a double-walled chimney increases efficiency;
- there is no open flame in the house.
HeatMaster
Hot water heating, future-proof and sustainable
Hot-water heaters continue to be very popular because they significantly improve the quality of the air in the house (lower CO2 concentration). The objective is to maximise heat output. This is achieved by a radiator with a large surface area. Renewable energy sources such as wood chips or straw pellets are an ideal solution for heating the water.
Boilers fired by gas or fuel oil are also an option, of course. Especially efficient is the use of waste heat produced by a combined heat and power plant or biogas plant. Big Dutchman can offer different HeatMaster models, all of which consist of a fin system, a fan and a distribution unit.
Ventajas importantes
- no flue gases reach the air in the house;
- a great variety of fuels can be used;
- there is no open flame in the house.
Fin heater
Hot water heating with a large surface area for high heat output
The fin heater offered by Big Dutchman is either made from galvanised steel or from aluminium with an epoxy powder coating. Hot water is pumped through the pipes. The fins have a large surface area of 1 m² per running metre.
Heat perlocates between the fins, giving a strong thermal flow. The spacing between the fins is large enough to ensure that dust does not accumulate. The fin heater is mounted directly below the fresh air inlets to heat incoming air.
Ventajas importantes
- high heat output;
- low space requirements;
- high functional reliability due to automatic aeration;
- low weight of the aluminium version;
- simple, time-saving installation with a special coupling.
3-way mixing group
Powerful and reliable
In combination with the ViperTouch climate and production computer, the powerful 3-way mixing group from Big Dutchman controls houses with hot water heating in such a way that the temperature always remains at the desired level, with stepless adjustment from 0 % to 100 %. This means that the birds do not experience any temperature fluctuations.
To supply houses of different sizes, the 3-way mixing group is available with 150 kW, 300 kW and 600 kW. The temperature difference between flow and return is 20 K. The mixing group can be shut off entirely by means of four ball valves.
Circulation fans
For an improved distribution of warm air in the house
Circulation fans distribute warm air very evenly, especially in long houses, thus also encouraging better bird distribution in the
building. The fans are installed at a distance of approx. 20 m to 30 m from the heaters. The powerful FC050-4EQ circulation fan is additionally equipped with a guide vane.
Thanks to its large throwing range and the bundled air jet it produces, this fan is especially well-suited for narrow and low houses as well as the use of the Earny 2 heat exchanger.
Gas brooders
For a targeted supply of heat
Gas brooders are especially well-suited if it is necessary to supply birds with intensive heat in a specific area and for a defined period of time.
Examples include turkeys, ducks, broilers, and pullets during the rearing phase. The fact that these gas brooders do not require an electrical power supply is a great advantage.
